It's a tad late to wish a Happy New Year but I sure hope that it's kicked off good for everyone. Ours kicked off with being so THANKFUL for what God has done and is doing. As I told my family as we were reminiscing over 2024, "There is a lot of 2024 I DO NOT WANT A RE-DO but the Lord has surely taught me so very much. I am truly thankful for each breath, each day, family and close friends. We had our three youngest grands for New Years Eve. We had a great time and the girls enjoyed a little fishing, bonfire with their great-grandfather and roasting marshmallows. Their great-grandfather will be 90 years old next month. As most of you know I do a monthly focus board and this makes my 3rd or 4th year. I've lost count. Only fitting that New Beginnings would be my focus for January. This has been so good for me as it sits on my kitchen counter so I can see it daily. Wonderful way to focus and quote God's Word daily. I felt up to hosting a lunch and movie day with ...
I hope that you all are having a wonderful day on this beautiful Sunday. It has been a little chilly around our neck of the woods but I see the beautiful sun shining out my window as I type. Our family will be gathering in a few hours to have our traditional roasted oysters and some good old football food for the Super bowl. I am glad I had a light lunch! LOL!
So, last week I got on a baking spree and baked my family some fresh Apple Bundt cakes with lemon glaze.
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Mini chocolate chip cakes with melted chocolate and strawberry mini cakes with glaze.
I think my family is enjoying Mama-Nana being retired!
I also tried a new recipe out in my air fryer.. Jalapeno Cheese Bombs. Marty loved them!
Canned biscuits y'all! YEP, simple but oh so tasty.
I used a small can of 5 biscuits.
Seasoning of your choice. I used the above pictured but I did add some Italian seasoning the tops of each bomb before baking. Separate each biscuit in half. Pat out each half to make them a little larger. Toss shredded cheese of your choice in the middle of each biscuit half. Dice up fresh Jalapeno's (get rid of the seeds) or use pickled ones like I did. I just let them dry out good on a paper towel. Toss a few jalapeno's on top of cheese. Add your seasonings. I just sprinkled on my seasonings. Take each biscuit and pinch up the sides and form like a ball (bomb). Using a pastry brush add melted butter to the tops of each bomb and then sprinkle on Italian seasoning. Preheat your air fryer for 4 minutes on 310 degrees. Place a piece of parchment paper in your fryer and depending on size of air fryer put some bombs on top of paper. I could get 6 bombs in mine. You don't want to overcrowd your air fryer. Cook on 310 for about 8-10 minutes. Mine were done in 9 minutes. Very tasty and simple.
I shared with you last week about this new sweet place we have in our community called Southern Blend Baker. They are just the sweetest ladies that own the bakery. Such a wonderful atmosphere and I haven't gotten anything from there that I didn't like. Decided to treat Marty and I to their famous cinnamon rolls. THEY DID NOT DISAPPOINT!
Marty and I had another day date. I am telling y'all...nothing like a day date for us! Of course we added Home Depot into our date which I love shopping there about as good as he does.
I made a quick stop by TJ Maxx. Mercy, I do love using Skinny Girl Syrups in my coffees and teas. I think I am going to need a cabinet to hold all of my syrups and tea making stuff! I will be decluttering the pantry next week. LOL!
I hope that you all have a most wonderful week and Happy Valentine's Day tomorrow.
One of my favorite scriptures is 1st Corinthians 13:13. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
May we each hold onto these truths...FAITH, HOPE and LOVE.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Your foodie pictures are the best, Cindy!
ReplyDeleteThanks Barbara.
DeleteApple Bundt cakes with lemon glaze...YUM. I'm sure your family loved them.
ReplyDeleteI have a couple of those Skinny syrups in my pantry too. They're great.
Have a wonderful week!!
Love the skinny syrups. I use them a lot.
DeleteI need to look for some of the Skinny girl syrups! Happy Valentines day to you my friend!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentines day to you as well.
DeleteHi Cindy, I need to stop coming here in the evening because I can't have anything to eat and your pictures make me hungry! We need to use our air fryer more. I just posted at my blog too! We will be busy on Monday. Have a very Happy Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteIt seems when I am most hungry that I too am looking at food pictures. LOL!
DeleteOh my goodness! everything looks so delicious! I cannot wait to retire and spend my days baking and my afternoon/evening in the garden! I'm going to have to try me some of those syrups! Happy Valentine's Day and I hope it's a beautiful one where you are!
ReplyDeleteThanks Monica. I love the syrups.
DeleteCindy, the apple Bundt cakes and all of your goodies look delicious. Wishing you and Marty a Happy Valentine’s Day xoxo
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam.
DeleteAww Happy L❤️VE day Cindy Lou! All of your baked treats look amazing especially those jalapeno bombs! Yum! Day dates are the best. Home Depot is fun too and of course TJ Maxx is always an adventure! I'm glad you're enjoying your retirement. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteMarty loved the jalapeno bombs. He wants to whip up another batch.
DeleteAll your baking I'm sure is making your family so happy! Those jalapeno bombs look tasty, Cindy. I need to find those skinny syrups next time that I'm out shopping. You and Marty sure are having fun dates. Happy Valentine's Day to you!!
ReplyDeleteKitty, I enjoy those syrups. I can most often find them at TJ Maxx and Bealls. They make me happy and especially with no calories! LOL!
DeleteHappy Valentine's Day, Cindy!
ReplyDeleteAs usual, your yummy baked goods (sweet and savoury!) are making me hungry. LOL. I loved how your day date included a visit to Home Depot. Someone once told me that they've gone to Ikea on a date--they dined on Swedish food and browsed around the store afterwards!
LOL Margie. Years ago when my girls were all home I shopped a lot at Sam's Club. We would do the same thing. We would walk around and get the samples of food and drink. LOL!
DeleteDay dates are so enjoyable aren't they :)
ReplyDeleteHope you had a wonderful family gathering for the super bowl and a Happy Valentines Day too.
Enjoy the week ahead.
All the best Jan
Thanks Jan. We sure had some good football food.
DeleteI love that you are having so much fun now that you are retired, although I think you were having fun before you retired as well! LOL. I love to see what good things you are cooking up each week! They all sound so wonderful, and I am sure your kiddos enjoyed every bit of it!! Hope you had a Happy Valentine's Day!! It sure was a beautiful day!!
ReplyDeleteI am starting to find my groove Pam. I have yet to be bored but then I don't bore too easily. I do enjoy baking and cooking for my family. Brings me such pleasure.
DeleteHappy Valentines Day, sweet Cindy! I have never seen (or thought to look for) these syrups at TJMaxx....but betcha I will next time I'm there!!!! All that baking makes me want to jump in the kitchen, but the problem is when I do I eat most of it!!!!! I could live on sweets alone....definitely a sugar-aholic. I need to lose a few pounds but thank goodness I don't gain weight according to all the sugar I eat....I'd be big as the house!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy those syrups and no calories makes it nice. Girl, I rarely eat anything I bake. If so, it is usually a slice or a taste. Thankfully I am not a sweet eater but now girl...don't show me no pizza or fried chicken! LOL!
DeleteOh my I think you could have a new career in retirement of a baker. Yum yum yum! The skinny girl syrups look pretty yummy too. Glad you are enjoying your new retirement.
ReplyDeleteHope your Valentine's Day was great. Have a great rest of the week. xoxo Kris
Kris, I think I should have opened up my own "One Stop Does It All" with baking, cooking, and etc. However, too much work! LOL!
DeleteThose Jalapeño Cheese Bombs look great! I'm making note of the recipe!
ReplyDeleteThey are very tasty.
DeleteWell, you know I LOVE the Skinny Syrups too. I keep 3 different ones out on my coffee tray at all times. I bought pumps for them off Amazon. Makes using them so easy. Looks like retirement is agreeing with you.
ReplyDeleteI have some pumps too. I need to get some for my smaller bottles.
DeleteWow, you have been in a baking mood. I am so hungry now and there is nothing at my house!
ReplyDeleteMaybe your energy will jump start me to bake something.
Have a good week, Cindy!
I have Bonnie. Thinking about baking some fresh bread. LOL!
DeleteOh, what a fun post! I loved hearing about all your baked goods, and yes, I think your family must love having Mama-Nana retired! You are so sweet and giving of yourself, and the love of Jesus just oozes out of everything you do, dear friend. It's funny you mentioned the skinny girl syrups! I just recently found a bottle of some type of skinny syrup in such an unexpected place and bought it and have been enjoying it so much. I think it is white chocolate flavored. Those little individually wrapped cakes look so good and make such great gifts! And I must try those jalapeno/biscuit bombs. I still haven't given in to getting an air fryer, but it sounds like I need to! God bless and keep you and your famliy in His care. Sending love and hugs your way today!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cheryl. I am finding my groove I think.
DeleteMy goodness, Cindy, you have gotten the baking bug! I KNOW your family is very happy you’ve retired!! I haven’t used my air fryer in awhile but am going to give your cheese bombs a try. Thanks for sharing them. Hope you have another fabulous week! Zenda
ReplyDeleteLOL! I know girl! Ready to bake some fresh bread. Ha!
DeleteI hope that you are loving retirement as much as your family is loving having you retired. It seems that so many newly retired gals start with the decluttering and getting the pantry in order. ☺️ I was horrified to learn how much of my baking pantry things need to go...way past expiration dates. Why does Marty look as if he is misbehaving? 😉
ReplyDeleteLOL! Marty always misbehaves! LOL! Yes, I was shocked when I tackled the pantry too and the spice cabinet! Oh my!
Deletewe've been aiming for a day-date each week this winter, trying a new place to eat out. maybe today's was the best ever?!
ReplyDeletehttps://www.wimpysseafoodcafe.com/
wish you and I could shrink the miles ... my husband wouldn't mind heading into Home Depot, too!
I enjoy a day date for sure Linda. Seafood sounds wonderful!
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