Why, Oh, WHY

April 12, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 15 Comments

Do I do this to myself? 18 yards of fabric 3 different dress patterns 40 buttonholes 40 buttons 2 spools of thread 1 dull pair of scissors because I sent all our good ones up with my brother-in-law to BYU-Idaho to get them sharpened for a buck a piece and a WHOLE WEEK”S WORTH OF […]

He is Risen!

April 11, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 2 Comments

Easter All Week FHE

April 6, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 8 Comments

This is another activity we do every Easter as a family. It helps us learn what happened every day of the last week of Jesus Christ’s life leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection. Each member of the family will create a simple chart as the week progresses. The pictures included with the lesson are […]

Coin Face on Ice

April 2, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 4 Comments

I couldn’t figure out what to name this post so I went with the obvious. Truffle wanted to try this experiment as part of our science lesson on ice and water. Fill a water bottle completely full with water. Place a quarter face down on top. Stand it carefully in the freezer so it doesn’t […]

Homemade Seed Tapes

March 30, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 11 Comments

Is it spring yet where you live? It seems like spring here but we know that won’t last. Our little valley has an average frost date of June 15th – which means we can’t really plant our garden until June! We actually cheat a little because we use the Square Foot Gardening method. It’s easy […]

Resurrection Eggs Easter FHE

March 29, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 8 Comments

I posted our family’s version of the Resurrection Easter Eggs last year. This past FHE swap the Resurrection Eggs were included in the Easter lesson put together by Cambria M. (hi Cambria!). This is the lesson she put together with the version of the Resurrection Eggs that I like the best. If you wish to […]

Magic Chocolate Milkshakes

March 28, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 13 Comments

My favorite fast food restaurant is Wendy’s. Give me a Chocolate Frosty and their french fries and I’m one happy girl. Unfortunately the closest Wendy’s is about 200 miles away. 🙁 When I get a craving for a Frosty I make these Magic Chocolate Milkshakes – which means we make these at least two to […]

Skor Cake

March 21, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 10 Comments

Another deadly dessert. Bon Bon made this on Thursday it was gone in no time! Named after the Skor candy bar this choclate cake oozes caramel and toffee. Skor Cake 1 box chocolate cake mix1 small jar caramel topping1 can sweetened condensed milk1 8 oz. container Cool Whip1/2 – 3/4 cup toffee bits or crunched […]

Petite Watermelons

March 14, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 65 Comments

My daughters love to have tea parties with their dolls. These “Watermelons” are a favorite treat to make and serve. Petite Watermelons 2 limes 1 small box of red Jello mini chocolate chips Cut both limes in half lengthwise. Scoop out all the fruit with a spoon. Place the limes in a muffin tin to […]

Beef Stroganoff

March 7, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 3 Comments

A favorite of Mr. Ferrero Rocher’s. I made the mistake of substituting ground beef one time. A BIG NO NO!!! We prefer this served over rice but it is also good over noodles. We double the recipe because it only serves four. Beef Stroganoff 1 lb. beef tenderloin steak or sirloin steak 2 TBSP. all-purpose […]

Spice Cake

February 28, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 6 Comments

Every once in a while I crave something that’s not chocolate. Shocking. I know. This spice cake always seems to hit the spot. I started making this cake way back when I was about 13. I love it served without frosting and big dollop of cool whip or for breakfast in a bowl with milk. […]

Triple Chocolate Brownies

February 21, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 9 Comments

This “mix of mixes” is convenient and quick to make. The result is a pan of very rich, fudgy brownies. This is an easy recipe that my younger children like to make “all by themselves.”Pin It Triple Chocolate Brownies 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding1 package (18.25 oz) chocolate cake mix2 cups semisweet chocolate […]

Pass a napkin, I’m drooling again

February 19, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 6 Comments

I don’t usually watch television but today was an unusual day. I happened to get the last three segments of Martha Stewart on the Fine Living Channel. Oi! How about a spiffy little cardboard range for cooking and baking complete with CD stove top burners. Or an oober cute Felt Cherry Pie to bake inside […]

Hearts Full of Love FHE

February 15, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 2 Comments

The family home evening lesson this week is very simple but you’ll be reading several scriptures, singing a few songs, and even telling why you love each other! Download the file here if your don’t have a Scribd account: Hearts Full of Love pdf file Hearts Full of LOVE Publish at Scribd or explore others: […]

Chocolate Dreams

February 13, 2009 by Montserrat {Cranial Hiccups} 6 Comments

The ganache filling for these cookies are heavenly, especially when eaten hot, straight from the oven. Chocolate Dreams Cookies:3/4 cup salted butter, softened1/2 cup powdered sugar1/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed2 large egg yols1 tsp. vanilla1 1/2 cups flour Chocolate Filling:1/2 cup heavy cream1 cup (6 oz.) semisweet chocolate chips In a medium bowl […]