It all started with a craving for a cheeseburger. There is no meat in my apartment because I'm practicing cooking without it, plus I'm on a budget. Meat is expensive. Beans are cheap as shit. My burger craving was getting out of hand, I was running out of food at home, and was very worried… Continue reading Pinto Bean Burgers
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Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
So my mom finally wrote down her chocolate chip cookie recipe. If you remember, she's not great at measurements. She doesn't understand that baking is science. In fact, she scoffed when I told her. In her defense, the cookies always turn out perfect. I figured her baking skills are genetic, so my version of these… Continue reading Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
Simple Homemade Granola
Guys. I have been so good at budgeting this month. Yes, I only it's only a few days in the month, but still. I went 3 days without spending any money at all. NONE. No fancy pillows, no donuts, no coffee, NOTHING. That streak was broken Saturday when I went to make dinner for a… Continue reading Simple Homemade Granola
Sugar Cookies and Christmastime
The Christmas season is usually one of my favorite times of the year. It's not too cold out yet, and there is usually a light layer of fluffy white snow, covering all the ugly, brown plants. I love the cozy nights indoors, drinking hot chocolate, and watching Elf. It's basically an introvert's dream - I'm pretty much… Continue reading Sugar Cookies and Christmastime
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Is there anything better than pumpkin cake? I think it's better than all the other pumpkin desserts. It might even be better than a pumpkin spice latte. I found this recipe a few years ago, and it has become somewhat of a tradition at this point. I make it every year for Thanksgiving, and sometimes… Continue reading Pumpkin Cupcakes with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Tiny Ass Kitchen 