Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

I got this recipe from my friend Tiffany.
I absolutely love Pumpkin Cookies, and the best part about this recipe is that you substitute apple sauce in place of some of the oil.... which I think actually adds to the taste of the cookies!
Also... keep in mind this recipe makes a lot, so be ready to enjoy!!!!

Ingredients:

3 cups Pumpkin
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar

2 tsp. cinnamon
3 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp salt

4 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup canola (or vegetable) oil
1 cup plain apple sauce

1 package chocolate chips

Directions:

I just mix as I add ingredients and then bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes.

Sour Cream & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Best mashed potatoes ever.... and you don't have to worry about making gravy.
Plus they are low in fat!!!!

Ingredients:
1 1/4 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
5 garlic cloves
3 Tbsp. sour cream (I always use fat free)
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground pepper

Directions:
Combine potatoes and garlic in large pot, add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20-30 minutes. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup pf liquid.

Mash potatoes and garlic (I always just throw it in the Kitchen Aid). Stir in sour cream, oil, salt and pepper. Add left over liquid until potatoes are creamy to your desire.

Special Note: I always use red potatoes, because I don't have to peel them and they seem to cook faster.

Cup Cake Decorating

I had to show off the cute cup cakes that we did for Crystal's Bridal Shower.
Sadly, it is probably the most crafty thing that I have ever done... as far as baking goes.
The frosting was really easy because I got this handy little tool from Walmart for only $12
It was on the cake decorating isle... and I have to admit that I am in love with it!