Bread Machine!

So, we got a bread machine from family for Christmas.  I had never really thought of asking for a bread machine let alone owning one...but, I LOVE it!!! 

I've made several loaves and thus far really enjoyed a white bread with dill seeds that called for cottage cheese instead of eggs or butter.  A lower fat alternative that definitely worked.  I will try experimenting with different recipes and will report back on my successes (or messes!) as a bread machine owner.

Thanks Dad & Linda!!

Yummy cooking sites!

I've been on a cooking kick lately. Yes, me! Can you believe it?

I thought I would share some sites that I have been drooling over lately:

Cocoa and Cheese - has a Cheeseburger Casserole and Pasta ala Vodka that I am looking forward to trying...great comfort food as it starts to get cold.

The Crepes of Wrath - the Tortellini Vegetable Stew is calling my name!

Smitten Kitchen - Pumpkin Swirl Brownies sure sound interesting....

101 Cookbooks - I can't wait to try the Berry Beer Baked Beans!

I'll let you know when I prepare one of the above and will be certain to share some pictures.

Cheers!