Getting Started

Hello World - I have just joined all of you bloggers out there. I have finally been convinced by my sisters and good friends that I need to begin enjoying the beauties of blogging. I love to read blogs but it has taken me a little while to commit to keep up my own. In case you were wondering, I plan to post lots of yummy recipes on here along with updates about my crazy kids and life. I love, love, love collecting recipes and I thank everyone who is willing to share them with me so my giant collection can keep on growing. Although there are some recipes that I would love to keep to myself, in the spirit of good homemaking, it is only fair that I share the amazing recipes that I find. So, here is a festive holiday recipe that is one of my faves.

Chewey Gingerbread Caramel Corn

15 cups popped corn
1/2 tsp. salt
1 C butter
2 C packed brown sugar
1/4 C corn syrup
1/4 C light molasses
1 Tbsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Place popcorn into a very large roasting pan that has been lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Mix together all ingredients except the baking soda in a large, heavy saucepan. Heat over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the baking soda. The mixture will foam up. Pour over the popcorn and mix thoroughly. Cool and enjoy!