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Maple Pecan Blondies

Here’s a blondie recipe that I have made many times!  Mine are never as gooey as Gemma’s and that’s probably because I over-bake them. I should keep a better eye on them next time. I like to brown the butter first but it’s not necessary. Enjoy!  Maple Pecan Blondies Makes 9-12 servings Original recipe from Bigger Bolder Baking Ingredients ¾ cup butter, melted or browned 1¼ cups dark brown sugar ½ cup maple syrup 1 large egg  2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon baking soda I ¼ cups pecans, toasted and chopped  Directions   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x13” baking pan with parchment. Gemma used 8x8 but I like my bars thinner. Whisk together the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, egg, vanilla, and salt. Stir in the flour and baking soda just until combined.  Stir in the pecans. Pour mixture into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. They middle should be slightly jiggly but they still taste yummy if you over-bake them. Allow to co

Steak Salad

Crushed up tortilla or pita chips would add a nice texture to this salad, don't you think?


Steak Salad
Makes 1 serving

Ingredients
  • 1 4oz grilling steak
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Greek spice mix
  • 2 cups chopped romaine
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon prepared salsa (or 1/2 diced tomato)
  • 1/2 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar
  • ranch dressing
Directions
  • Marinate your steak overnight in oil, vinegar and spice mix. Grill to desired doneness and let rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes.
  • Mix lettuce with salsa and sour cream. Top with sliced steak, cheese, avocado and a drizzle of ranch dressing.

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