Archive for May, 2010

chocolate chip oreo cookies

Posted on: May 29th, 2010 by Two Tiny Kitchens 2 Comments

These were fun and yummy.  Were they the most fabulous cookies I’ve ever had?  Not by a long shot.  But the kids liked them, and they genuinely had the flavor of cookies and cream ice cream.  Who’s gonna say no to that?  Next time I would add more of the straight chocolate and a little more Oreo too.  (more…)

mushrooms stuffed with brie

Posted on: May 29th, 2010 by Two Tiny Kitchens 1 Comment

YUM!  These are from Pioneer Woman cooks.  So easy, so worthy.  Andrew and Sam loved them.  I wish I could have taken a picture that looked as yummy as they tasted.  I only made a few, but I’ll get more cheese and make them again soon, maybe next time we have some friends over for a change of pace.  Everyone is used to my sweets and treats.  Really, we may just eat them any old time with a salad or as a side dish.  Simple, takes no time at all. (more…)

new york times chocolate chip cookies!

Posted on: May 29th, 2010 by Two Tiny Kitchens 7 Comments

True perfection.  I made these once before with the Giradelli chips and they just didn’t suit my fancy.  I did not make them big enough before either, big mistake!!  This time I simply chopped my favorite bitter-sweet chocolate bar into the mix and sized them perfectly according to specifications.  (I actually reduced the chocolate to about half of what is called for, I prefer I higher cookie to chocolate ratio.)  Jackpot, they were amazing!  Fabulous!  Slightly gooey in the middle, a chewy ring and then crisp on the outskirts, just as promised.  Loved them.  Next time I’m going to throw in some walnuts as well.  Chocolate and nuts are probably my all-time favorite combo, so now that I’ve been a purist, I’m going to give it a try.  (more…)