Please.....?

This is exactly the puppy I want.

Kay, I call first dibs on your first green eyed little chocolate lab.

(If I don't get one before then!)

Oh yeah, and your best friend Kate H. said she wants one too. ;)

Ash Wednesday Conversations

Me: "Are you and chocolate still on speaking terms?" 

Ha.  Chocolate and I have never been better.  Our relationship is very strong.  We set up time every night to talk and the conversation is usually delicious.  We have talked about going to Ballard and touring Theo to see where Chocolate grew up.  I think it would help me better understand where Chocolate is coming from.

The Lord has blessed me with highly entertaining (and brilliant) friends.  And no, this wasn't from Megs.  ;)

Are you giving up anything for Lent? I have to admit, when I thought of it yesterday, I'd already indulged in most of the things I'd typically give up (chocolate, meat, sugar, coffee. It's true.)  But I'm praying as to what He might have for me to lay down for this season. 

Nutella Mug Cake

As promised, Here is the recipe for the nutella mug cakes I mentioned last week. I initially found it on a different blog, but since I don't see it pulling up, this is the exact same recipe. The only difference is the other blogger explained how to make your own "self rising flour" with a bit of salt, flour and baking soda. I'm probably the only one who didn't know that though. ;)

Nutella Mug Cake
Ingredients

4 tablespoons self rising flour
4 tablespoons white granulated sugar
1 egg
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
3 tablespoons Nutella
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a large coffee mug. Whisk well with a fork until smooth. Microwave on high for 1 1/2 – 3 minutes. (Time depends on microwave wattage. Mine took 1 /2 minutes.) Top with whipped cream and a little chocolate sauce if desired.

2. Top with whipped cream and chocolate syrup. Enjoy!

Note: Depending on the wattage of your microwave, you may have to increase cooking time.

Makes 1 very large serving.


Remember, it is remarkably rich... and makes a pretty big mug. You could easily split it between two mugs, or just plan to share. We topped it with fresh cut strawberries and enjoyed it with a good cab blend.

PS, how cute would these be in jars? ;)