Chewy vs. Crunchy...

The art of the cookie... scientifically speaking...

the science behind the cookie

...in this instance, it really pays to do your homework.

Splendid Times at the Five and Dime...

Diners, soda shops and five and dimes...  Most were just a bit before my time... although I am fortunate to be ancient enough to have some firsthand experience with the nearly-extinct five and dime.  My Gram first introduced me to the wonders of a store that offered sewing notions alongside a freshly-grilled cheese sandwich and frosty malted milk.  Years later, when I began working downtown, it offered replacements for forgotten umbrellas and last minute birthday cards... and currently, just the memories... 

but oh... what memories.

PB2 and Jelly...

Mix with water and there you have it... peanut butter... well, health(ier) peanut butter... and although this is new to me, I know I am late to this discovery because there are already scads of pins on Pinterest incorporating this in cookie, cake, pie and pancakes recipes... (all healthy ones... no doubt) I've tried both... I like the peanut butter (it compares most closely in texture and flavor to that peanut butter filling sandwiched between those cheese-flavored crackers). 

Alas, chocolate lovers, I was not overly fond of the chocolate variety...
but that's me... try it for yourselves.