Oreo Ice Cream Cake
I forgot to post a picture of this cake I made for Cory’s birthday. It was chocolate cake with cookies and cream ice cream. I’ve made an ice cream cake before, but what I liked about this recipe is that you frost the cake and ice cream layers with softened vanilla ice cream mixed with a little milk. So much easier than real frosting. I didn’t follow her recipe exactly, but it did help to have some tips before I got started.
I really can’t even call this one a recipe. It’s not even semi-homemade… It’s just really easy, and really good. Costco makes the best pound cake in their bakery. It is sold in a three pack and is called “All Butter Loaf”. And that it is! Layer the pound cake with freshly whipped cream, and sliced strawberries. I love this for a crowd because you can make it ahead of time, and it looks pretty served in clear classes. I use the rim of the glass to cut the pound cake into circles. Freeze extra loaves of pound cake for later use.
Whipped Cream
Ingredients
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar
Directions
In a large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks are just about to form. Beat in vanilla and sugar until peaks form. Make sure not to over-beat, cream will then become lumpy and butter-like.
From Food & Wine, “Simmering the balsamic vinegar both mellows and thickens it. When tossed with the hot pasta and the butter, it forms a smooth, uniquely flavored sauce.”
My family loved this dish. We substituted the red peppers for the asparagus because we had it on hand, and also added some thinly sliced grilled steak (from last night’s dinner). I also added toasted pine nuts and a handful of baby spinach at the end. You could use whatever veggies your family likes, and it would also be really good with grilled chicken. Recipe here.
Valentine’s Day Love
Just added a little touch of Valentine’s Day to the mantel…
And some conversation heart subway art…
More Valentine’s Day ideas and printables here.
These cinnamon roll muffins were a happy accident. I had some leftover frozen Rhodes dinner roll dough, and a fierce craving for something buttery and sweet. I thawed the dough in the fridge, then split each piece of dough into three balls (about 1 inch). I dipped the balls in melted butter, rolled them in cinnamon sugar and placed three balls into each section of my well-buttered muffin tin. I baked them at 350 for about 12-15 minutes, and then mixed up a simple powdered sugar glaze for the top. They are a cross between a cinnamon roll and monkey bread in the convenience of a muffin. After they cooled a bit, the boys and I added the heart cupcake liners, and brought some to Cory at work for a treat. I will be making these again!
Oreo truffle pops! I’ve made these in the past and thought they were cute and yummy, but time consuming. I think adding the lollipop stick makes them easier to dip. Bakerella’s post is helpful.
Noah and Caleb are all ready for their Valentine’s Day party at school. Have your kids tried these GoGo Squeezes? They are in the Costco coupon book right now. My boys love them. Extra mommy points for handing out healthy treats right?
Happy Valentine’s Day to you!
P-Dub’s Chili
I have really been wanting to like chili. I don’t mind the flavor or the meat, but the beans and tomato chunks scare me. I’ve been watching the Pioneer Woman’s cooking show, and I decided to make her chili, put on my big girl pants, and just try it! So I did, and I liked it (as long as there were fritos in every bite)! Next time, I would substitute another can of pinto beans for the kidney beans. They are just so much less noticeable for a girl who is not so sure about beans. I did like the addition of the masa flour mixed with water at the end. It made it taste richer and creamier. Here is her recipe:
Ingredients
2 pounds Ground Chuck
3 cloves Garlic, Minced (optional)
1 can (12 To 14 Ounce) Tomato Sauce
1 can (10 Ounce) Ro-tel (diced Tomatoes And Chilies)
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Oregano
1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
2 Tablespoons Chili Powder (more To Taste)
1 can (14-ounce) Kidney Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1 can (14-ounce) Pinto Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1/4 cup Masa (corn Flour) Or Regular Corn Meal
1/2 cup Warm Water
Individual Bags Of Fritos
Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Diced Red Onion (Optional)
Preparation Instructions
Brown ground chuck with garlic in a pot over medium-high heat. Add tomato sauce, Rotel, salt, oregano, cumin, and chili powder. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes.
Add drained and rinsed beans. Stir to combine, then cover and simmer for another 20 minutes.
Mix masa with water, then add to the chili. Stir to combine and simmer for a final 10 to 15 minutes.
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