I have a new (somewhat ambitious) goal. I want to do something new every week. Being in high school, I feel like I often get stuck in the school/homework/procrastinating on the Internet rut. Don’t get me wrong, homework will still get done and there are way too many fun personality quizzes on the Internet to […]
Tag: candy
christmas crack
There’s two reasons this candy is called “Christmas Crack.” 1) It is traditionally made with Saltine crackers (personally, I like to use buttery Ritz)2) It is INSANELY addictive — once it cools, you literally can’t quit eating it! (I had to gift it off to friends before I finished the entire tray! Last Tuesday, I […]
soft salted caramels (no corn syrup!)
Holiday season is quickly hurdling our way. It seems like just yesterday I was sitting by the poolside eating frozen watermelon cubes and trying not to bake in the sun. However, today, I am knee-deep in homework with a dire craving for baked goods (particularly Christmas cookies and anything caramel-y). Instead of starting my history […]
maple cinnamon pecans
Crispy, sweet, nutty, and slightly salty with warm notes of maple and vanilla — a.k.a the perfect snack. I am obsessed with candied pecans — and I’m not surprised considering that this recipe is loaded with cinnamon! Personally, I find the candied nuts from the store way too sickeningly sugary, and always feel icky about […]