Sweet treats that make impressive desserts.
Back to Basics: Classic Chocolate Brownies
By Kelly Bogard I was brainstorming with the PR staff before I decided on a recipe for this week’s Back to Basics. The goal is to have something that is classic, made from scratch and, above all else, super tasty. As we talked, we kept coming back to sweets. There are few things that rival chocolate [...]
Watermelon Granitas
By Kelly Bogard Have you traveled around Texas lately on the back roads and through small towns? If you have, you probably noticed all of the roadside stands selling sweet melons and savory vegetables. I always like to stop and talk to the people running them. They're usually the ones that plant the seeds, care [...]
Cookies ‘n’ Cream Malted Milkshake
By Kelly Bogard During the summer, I like to keep things super easy. I want meals to be quick, so I have more time to spend playing and having fun with family and friends. I also don’t want to be hot. Luckily, the recent rains have helped keep the heat lower than usual for this [...]
Microwave Pralines
By Kelly Bogard June 24 is National Praline Day. You know, the super sugary and crisp candies made just to transport buttery pecans. Well, at least that is how I like to think of them. This has to be my all-time favorite confection. My love for them started around age five at the Mexican food restaurant [...]
Cinnamon Pie Bites
By Kelly Bogard I love holidays. Other than the obvious significance of the occasion and the opportunity to spend time with my family, it means I get to cook. And when I say cook, I mean cook a lot. This year for Easter, I was tasked with making the desserts. Yes, I said desserts–plural. If [...]
