We are 5 days away from the big day. I keep thinking we're ready, then I add a whole new list of things that would be nice if it were done before baby comes. This is my 3rd child; I don't remember nesting like this with the other two.
#283 Grandma's Chocolate Chip Bars
Birthday week. Friends game night. Let's face it; if I don't make my own plans for my birthday; I don't get to do anything. My husband kept asking why I was having people over - because as he proved - he did nothing for my birthday. Now before he is painted too badly; he did eventually do something - just two weeks later. He was very sweet and got me three Menard's shirts (because, you know, they're free). One an XL - so I can wear it now as nothing fits my 9 month pregnant body. A L - for when I'm post baby but still looking 6 months pregnant - and a M - for later still when I'm back to myself.
See - to me - that's very sweet. I don't need expensive gifts - just sweet thoughts.
So this recipe - was my little birthday treat for myself and my friends.
#284 Devil's Food Cookies
Just a quick little batch for a little spring break picnic. Out to the park with cousins. Unfortunately for us, the park wasn't open. Can you believe that? I didn't know an outdoor park had a spring opening date. Fortunately for us; we were at the largest parks of the Three Rivers Park district and there was a nature center and trails (with sticks and logs to build forts).
#285 Lemon Butter Cookies
So I did it before and I'm doing it again. With baby #2 I made a batch of cookies to bring in when I delivered. It was very popular. Now I can't say that I necessarily got better care; I would like to think that the nurses always do a phenomenal job. But like teachers, nurses are probably overworked, underpaid and underappreciated. So this batch is just a little token of my thanks.
3 batches in one weekend and it's easter week. And I'm due with a baby in 5 days. I thought I might be overdoing it, but they were all fairly simple recipes.
Take this batch. It only made 2 dozen and it was made from using a cookie mix; I just dressed it up.
For my friend who just had her baby. Another friend of mine and I are bringing her dinner tomorrow.
1 pkg peanut butter cookie mix
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup hot water
1 tsp vanilla extract
Sliced almonds or pecan halves
In a large bowl, prepare the cookie mix according to package directions. Shape into 1 in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 375 for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.
For frosting, in a bowl, combine the sugar, cocoa, water and vanilla. Spread over cookies; top with nuts.
#287 Almond Truffle Brownies
Easter time. This was my contribution.
So I almost scarred my child I think. The kid was still up at 10:00 at night (unbeknownst to me). I was preparing a sand bucket full of candy when he walked into the kitchen. I jumped up and shooed him out. He asked what I was so scared for. He came down because he felt he needed to put out his Easter basket from last year for the bunny. I ended up ditching the sand toys and then just filling the basked instead (after he actually was asleep). I don't think he caught on; I hope.
#288 Almond Toffee Shortbread
This may just be the last batch my co-workers get from me. I start maternity leave on Friday and I'm out for the rest of the year. As you may have read from my last post; I've been excessed from my building and am not returning their next year. So; this may be it.
Good news though on the job front; it looks like I may get a chance to interview for new jobs. #Strongwoman #advocateforyourself
So this may be it for a while. Life's about to hit the fan and I don't know when I'll get back to baking.
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