Cookie Time!!

Who here doesn't LOVE a homemade, warm and gooey chocolate chip cookie? Anyone? Well here is my favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. Just ask Holly, she can tell you how WONDERFUL it is! As she gets it as often as anyone for payment of babysitting!

Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie

3/4 c. salted butter, softened (unsalted works too)

3/4 c. sugar

3/4 c. dark brown sugar (you can use light brown, but dark brown is better)

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla (I personally eyeball this, and use Mexican Vanilla)

2 1/4 c. + 2 tbsp flour

1 tsp baking soda

3/4 tsp salt

1 package chocolate chips

1. Cream butter and sugars.

2. Add in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.

3. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed.

4. Mix in chocolate chips.

5. If you are like me, place in a large greased pizza pan and bake for 18 minutes. Turn off the oven, open the oven door for about 30 seconds then leave cookie in the over for 2 more minutes. Sounds weird but it slows the end of the cooking process!

Or you can scoop out onto ungreased cookie sheets and back 8-14 minutes to desired gooey-ness.

The best part about this recipe is that is it completely adaptable. Take out the chocolate chips and make your own fun cookie! Add white chocolate chips and macadamia nuts. Add chocolate covered toffee bits. Add mint chips. Take out the vanilla and add almond extract with almonds and dark chocolate chips. Whatever makes you happiest!

And honestly, who doesn't just love chocolate chip cookies?

I'm the blog virgin!

I'm Holly! Married to a cop, and mother to two. My oldest is 5 and is a sweet, somewhat shy adorable little boy. Then there's A. She is my 2 year old hellion that KNOWS the world revolves around her and if you try to prove her otherwise, will quickly make you realize you are sadly mistaken. She is the reason I am a self-proclaimed wineaholic. Most of my posts will probably involve a story regarding her. I may just write a book. I think I could be a millionaire. I am a blog virgin, so if something looks stupid, or doesn't show up just blame me. It will be my fault.

Welcome!

So this blog is to celebrate our most amazing neighbor, friendship, people who are raising children next door to each other, sharing wine, sharing food, sharing life's most funny moments!

We will use this blog to share recipes, funny stories, photos (well maybe), and life on our block with ya!

I'm Sara. I live on the corner with my family. My hubby, the engineer, and our three crazy kids. Oldest is 7, Middle is 5, and Youngest is 4. Two boys and a girl. I'm kinda a stay at home mom. I work at the YMCA (everyone, sing with me!) a couple times a week. I LOVE photography. I'm a semi-crafty person. I love spending time with my children (most of the time), my friends (especially my wonderful neighbors), and our families!

Coming soon, the world's BEST chocolate chip cookie EVA!