...find similar goals in the Boy Scout handbook or Girl Scout Guide. But it's complemented with a comic book telling the story of SOAR, a trading card, an album with which to keep track of each month's mission, and of course, the cape. How fun is that? Unfortunately, my nine-year-old son isn't easy to motivate with the prospect of interviews. What motivates him more is finding and collecting things, like geocaching trinkets and Pokemon cards. So I'm...
...one, except her's was a little heavier in the calorie count. This lighter version will add less to your waistline and still tastes light and fluffy like my grandmother's did. My family and I have an annual late-May tradition of picking strawberries at our local u-pick farm. This year they had a bumper crop so I was able to pick enough to make this recipe twice, plus make preserves, a pie, buttermilk ice cream, cake, and still freeze some for late...
...ocolate chips (optional) 1 c. powdered sugar (for the glaze) Instructions: Combine all ingredients, except for the powdered sugar, and mix with a mixer on medium speed for five minutes. You'll think it's done after one minute, but the extra time really makes a difference with the texture of the cake. Pour the batter into greased mini bundt pans. Bake at 350º for 30 min. (If you're using a regualr sized bundt pan, increase cooking time to 60 min.)...
...our own shortbread crust, that would also be a great base. For a lower fat version, use low-fat or skim condensed milk. Enjoy! Creamy Lemon Squares Adapted from The Joy of Cooking Ingredients For crust 1 1/2 cups graham cracker or cookie crumbs 1/4 cup granulated sugar 6 Tablespoons melted butter For filling One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk 4 large egg yolks 1/2 cup lemon juice (I used Meyer lemons) 2 tsp. fresh lemon zest, finely grated...
...been an avid photographer since her teenage years. Her interest in visual communications led her to study Graphic Design at FIDM Los Angeles, where her entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic quickly led to a successful career as a commercial artist. Tanya has created artwork for international brands such as GUESS, Kodak, HP, and Microsoft, but her favorite design challenge is working with new and local businesses to build a solid brand image. Duri...
