WHOOOO Doesn't Like Cupcakes!

HOOTY COOKIES

I don't know the pinterest etiquette, but I found these on their site and thought they were so cute.  Beats me to know how to figure out whooos (couldn't resist) original idea they are - so I can't give anyone credit.  It's chocolate cupcakes with oreo cookie halves for eyes and brown M&M's for the pupils, and an orange one set on-end for the beak.

Easy and super cute!

These Look Ridiculous!

These pancakes look so good - I thought what a great thing to serve the kids on the first day of school - don't you think?  I haven't made them ...yet... but I WILL
go to recipegirl.com and then type in cinnamon roll pancakes in the search box and you'll find wonderful, detailed directions

BBQ Pork Chops

I get tired of the same ol BBQ recipies so this one caught my eye. I've made it several times and although the ings. are simple, it really tastes good. Try it on steaks too.

In case you can't read the teeny, tiny print, here is the recipe;

1 c. mayonnaise
2 T. lime juice
2 T. chopped fresh cilantro
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 t. chipotle chili powder (I have substituted chili powder)
8 pork chops

Blend first five ings. Reserve 1/2 cup; set aside. Grill or broil pork, brushing with 1/2 cup mixture, until done. Serve with reserved 1/2 cup.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate-Match Made in Heaven

I made these for Andy's birthday because of his love for Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. He actually didn't eat many, but everyone else did. Here's the recipe...

PEANUT BUTTER EGGS

3/4 cup peanut butter

1 t. salt

1 t. vanilla

1-15 oz. can sweetened condensed milk

4 cups powdered sugar (1 lb. box)
Chocolate chips

Mix all ings. together and form into small balls or eggs. Place balls onto cookie sheet lined with waxed paper or parchment and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

In a double boiler, place about 1/2 to 3/4 pkg chocolate chips with 2 tsp. shortening and stir until melted. Drop the balls one or two at a time and coat thoroughly. Remove and place back on the wax paper. Repeat until finished and refrigerate for a couple of hours until the chocolate has hardened.