As promised…I am going to share the secret behind my husband’s perfect chocolate chip cookies. It’s nothing crazy…no secret ingredient that we happened upon while vacationing in Whitman, Massachusetts (no, we have never actually been to Whitman…and if you don’t know the significance of Whitman, get to googling the chocolate chip cookie). The hubby’s secret is a rather simple one, but it is a simple one that literally makes the best cookies…you know, the ones that stay soft and fluffy, with just that little bit of crisp on the outside.
Here goes…
11.5 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking chips
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour, unsifted
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
Heat oven to 375˚. Stir flour, baking soda and salt in large bowl and set aside. Beat butter and sugar with mixer at medium speed until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla and mix at low until mixed thoroughly. Gradually add dry ingredients.
Drop onto uncreased cookie sheets (we use a small ice cream scoop for the perfect sized drop) and bake for 9 minutes, or until golden brown.
Did you see it? Did you catch the secret? The secret to the perfect chocolate chip cookie- that stays soft- is brown sugar. Brown sugar is more moist (hence the moisture of the cookie) than its white counterpart, and contains molasses, which is slightly acidic and causes the dough to stay firm rather than spread out into a thin, flat cookie. I told you it was a simple secret!
Try it on your next batch…the people who try them will appreciate it- and you 🙂
For this Stitch Fix I requested a few things: patched elbows, a tote bag that would be stylish and still work for a mom, dressy joggers and spring colors! Kristen M was my stylish again and her note read: “Hi Kristin, it’s always great to see you back for another Fix and I love reading your comments on the blog, so fun! I was incredibly happy when I saw the Honey Punch striped cardigan was available It has patched elbows just like you requested and looks great with the Papermoon cotton top and skinny jeans. Just throw your daily essentials into the Street Level tote. We didn’t have and true “dressy joggers” but I did pull these printed straight leg pants by Lysse. Pair them with the Papermoon top or coral Skies and Blue blouse. Enjoy your new Fox! xo, Kristen M.”
Gelsey Crochet Blouse – $58
Gelsey Crochet BlouseThis shirt is ok…I love the color but am not a fan of the length or cut. It is a little boxy, and made my waist look bigger than it should. Up close, the feminine details are gorgeous (complete with an eyelet hook top…you know, to hook on every single piece of crochet as you try to put it on), but the femininity alone could not sell me. It has a Cotton/Nylon shell and Polyester lining and is hand washable.
Verdict: Returned
Cassie Printed Cuffed Straight Leg Pant – $98
Cassie Printed Cuffed Straight LegI’m afraid there is not one good thing I can say about these pants… First, the size were too big for me…they fell off my waist and were crazy baggy in the legs. These pants are very heavy- they are a Polyester blend, which feel much more like the thick, heavy 70’s polyester than the polyester of the last few decades. All in all the pattern, heaviness, and fit all reminded me of something my grandma would wear (and I mean that in the nicest way possible, my grandma was as stylish lady…just not me kind of stylish). Most definitely not me… The plus for anyone who digs these? They are machine washable.
Verdict: Returned- DEFINITELY Returned
Lenox Shoulder Detail Top – $54
Lenox Shoulder Detail Top
Lenox Shoulder Detail Top
This top is cute…very spring and summer! The color is almost a light/off denim and one shoulder has two buttons to close. I like that the back is completely open, and feel this shirt could go with so many things in my closet…layered with a tank when it’s warmer- shielded with a sweater in cooler temps. I also like that the neckline is perfect for all sorts of necklace options! It is 100% Cotton and machine washable.
Verdict: Returned- ONLY because I could not justify the price on a tank
Harlan Removable Pocket Reversible Tote- $68
Adorable tote! Love the colors- both of them- and the fact it is both reversible and has a removable clutch. The problem, for me, is that there are no zipper compartments or pockets for me to separate anything in the bag. I’m pretty particular about where things are in my purse, so that I can find things when I am looking for them. Otherwise, I loved this bag!
Verdict: Returned
Layla Elbow Patch Detail Cardigan – $48
Layla Elbow Patch Detail Cardigan
Layla Elbow Patch Detail Cardigan
Layla Elbow Patch Detail Cardigan
There is nothing I don’t love about this sweater! The patched elbows are exactly I was looking for, and I am a major sucker for cardigans. The stripes are wide enough to not be nauseating, and the grayish-blue color offsets perfectly with the off-white. A MAJOR win by Kristen on this one. It is a blend and it machine washable…yes!
Verdict: Kept- Of course!
Can’t wait until April!! If you have any suggestions of what to ask for, shoot me a message…I am always up to try new styles!!
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