12th Man!

Yesterday we had some people over to watch the Seahawks game. I have a sort-of sickness where I can't attend get-togethers without making something. But since we were ordering pizza and having the typical assortment of chips, dips (including my homemade guacamole) and cookies - I decided to keep it semi-simple and go for some good ol' rice crispie treats...dyed blue and neon green for our colors. (The colors don't show up too well in the pic.)
I also definitely could not pass up the opportunity to paint my nails some fabulous colors.

sweet and salty.

a friend at work was always bringing in these little goodies that her grandmother had made. saltine toffee chocolates. im not a fan of chocolate, unless its dark, and i've never cared for toffee, but i cant resist free treats at work so i had a little taste. once i tried these i couldn't stop. and every time she brought them in i had to try and resist them with all my will (turns out my will is very weak.) she's getting me her grandmothers recipe, because i swear grandma's always make everything best, but in the meantime i just couldn't wait and this weekend i made some from this recipe. my toffee turned out soft, (i blame it on my being first time,) but the flavor was still there...nevertheless, i'll be attempting these again.

i enjoy food.

if ever there be an event - it's well known that i like to bring the dessert. i, by no means, consider myself a chef or anywhere near advanced, but i just adore decorating food. if i could just sit (well, stand, probably) and decorate food all day - i would enjoy life immensely. so i'm always trying out new ideas and trying to improve my skills and techniques, if you will. i have a ways, to go - but it sure is fun getting there!
so here's a little glimpse of my holiday treats...

this idea came from pinterest - which is the best place ever