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Welcome to my blog!

First I would like to say that I have never attempted to blog before--so please bear with me as I embark on one of my New Years Resolutions...

2010 was very good to me. I bought a house with my boyfriend, Chris and changed careers, among many other things. I was fortunate enough to be able to take a little break between my old job and current job. And by a little, I mean almost 5 weeks.

I found myself on the couch often, watching Giada, Paula Deen, Barefoot Contessa, The Neelys -- you know, the usual Food Network lineup. I began experimenting with recipes and realized that cooking is not as hard as it looks (despite the fact that I have to wear my hair in a pony tail with an apron on - as opposed to Giada whose hair is perfectly styled while simultaneously showing off the girls and creating thousands of amazing recipes with her key ingredient, marscapone cheese -- maybe I am a tinsy bit jealous).

College is over, and as much as I don't want to admit it, I am becoming an adult. No longer is it acceptable to bring a pack of keystone to a party. And I am sure the love of my life will not stick around forever if he continues to get fed Raman Noodles. So, pour a glass of wine and join me on my journey through the kitchen as I teach myself to cook! I hope you and your family enjoy these recipes as much as we have.

LOVE,

Lauren


Tuesday, March 22, 2011

"Super Fun Dessert"

A few weeks ago, my future sister in law invited us over for dinner. When asking what I could bring, she replied with "A Super Fun Dessert." So this is what popped up on my google search for a super fun dessert. And it sure was delicious! :)

Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients:

Devils food cake box mix
1 gallon ice cream of choice (I used cookies and cream)
1 bag of semi sweet chocolate chips
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Saran wrap

Preparation:

1. Bake devils food cake as per box directions. Bake in two 10 inch round pans. Let cool for at least 30 min.
2. Line a 9 inch round pan (you want a smaller pan because ice cream expands) with saran wrap and pack soften ice cream in tightly. Fill to the brim of baking pan. Place in freezer for 2-3 hours.
3. To make chocolate ganach: heat cream in a pan over medium high heat and add chocolate chips, stirring constantly. While ganache is hot, ice cakes on sides and tops. Refridgerate both cakes for 1 hour.
4. After all refridgeration/freezer time has been met- you are ready to assemble. On a cake plate, place cake (ganache side up), ice cream layer (be sure to remove saran wrap!), and top with the other cake. Keep in Freezer until you serve!


ENJOY!!!

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  1. Chris QuallsMarch 22, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Probably one of the best desserts I've ever had. And yes it was super fun!!!

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