tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3966845882414645022024-03-06T01:35:54.315-06:00Big Rigs 'n Lil' CookiesBig Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.comBlogger418125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-69086556236071297712020-06-09T20:42:00.000-05:002020-06-09T20:42:07.298-05:00Veggies are Growing
Despite our bumpy start, our garden is doing well.
I am so happy to be able to enjoying salads fresh from the garden.
We typically don't do well raising peas, but we pushed ourselves this year. Planted extra early. Replanted a second time. Added some fertilizer, and we just might get enough to enjoy eating fresh.
We found our first blossom yesterdayBig Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-10419631518712423722020-06-01T19:25:00.001-05:002020-06-01T19:25:44.931-05:00Sourdough
Before I knew about the recent baking trend starting, before I new about the sourdough craze, and before yeast and bread shortages were a thing,
I decided I was going to try and learn how to make sourdough during quarantine.
Then I learned, it was a trend.
I wasn't the only that thought this was the perfect time to learn something new and fun.
I made the Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-88348515004616748542020-05-04T17:22:00.000-05:002020-05-04T17:22:29.767-05:00Tasty Eats
I started off calling this post "Good Eats", and then I remembered that was a show by Alton Brown. So, I had to go google the show, and found it started back in 1999. I then learned that Food Network has brought this show back! Anyone other Good Eats fans out there?
So, back to my Tasty Eats... So many things I love about spring, and one of them is asparagus. When I walked out to Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-41212840863654890432020-04-16T07:52:00.000-05:002020-04-16T09:08:48.527-05:00Garden Take One
We started our garden a little early this year. I mean why not, right? We are home, we have the time, and there are always those cold weather loving veggies that we never seem to make the time for planting early in the season.
We didn't plant everything, just a few things. Pea's, lettuce, radishes.... because on top of everything else, I want a salad!! Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-54549951517040956702020-04-08T10:21:00.000-05:002020-04-08T15:39:37.415-05:00Spring and Other Changes
Wow, it's been a long time since I have been here! I didn't realize just how long until I logged in today. My job keeps me so busy, but now that I am working from home most of the week, I am trying to find the new balance of things in life.
How is #Safeathome changing your life? We have done most of our shopping online, and groceries we have done through curbside pickup with the Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-45046499848551590102019-07-02T03:00:00.000-05:002019-06-30T14:28:18.137-05:00Homemade Taco Seasoning
I love making foods with Tex-Mex or Mexican flavors. Taco seasoning has some of my favorite spices all blended together. I use to, on rare occasions, dabble with a recipe for making my own mix since I could never seem to have packets of it in the cupboards when I wanted to make taco's. The day I found this recipe, I was hooked. It's simple, fast, and easy!
Then one day I read the Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-50942960892627626512019-06-14T18:26:00.000-05:002019-06-14T18:26:21.417-05:00Daily Goodie Box
It's time for the fun products in June's Daily Goodie Box!
I'm still working my way through this box, and let me tell you this was a great box this month! My most favorite in this box was Curad Soothe & Cool. Honestly. I'm danger prone, and always looking for ways to sooth my most recent injury.
Check out all the detail below on the great things I got to try.
7th Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-58227263530489190382019-06-11T20:45:00.000-05:002019-06-11T20:45:44.773-05:00Chewy Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
My cookie connoisseurs may have been feeling neglected, but I think I redeemed myself this weekend on this most recent batch of cookies.
I've been obsessing over this recipe for a while. Making small adjustments each batch. After this last batch I felt satisfied, and I am getting requests for the recipe, so I feel I finally reached success on this flavor. The final Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-58056548975381772762019-05-30T19:52:00.000-05:002019-05-30T19:52:05.899-05:00Our Newest Additions
Several years ago I was looking for baby chicks on Craigslist. During my searching, I stumbled across a "new to me" breed of chickens called Icelandic. After doing some research on this breed, I was completely intrigued. I reached out to the person on Craigslist selling the chicks, but they never responded.
I have looked into this breed a few times since then, but the price per chick Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-27436274599530227472019-05-19T18:41:00.001-05:002019-05-19T18:41:32.724-05:00Daily Goodie Box
It's time for the fun products in March's Daily Goodie Box!
I'm still working my way through this box, and let me tell you this was a great box this month! My most favorite in this box was Kika's Treats - Salted Crunch Caramels. Honestly, the box of them was empty when I took this picture! They were that good!
Check out all the detail below on the great things I got to try.
Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-73385245707820739542019-04-09T20:07:00.000-05:002019-04-09T20:07:39.659-05:00Life on the Farm
Happy Spring!! There is no shortage of changes in the seasons happening, so I wanted to share some photo's of what's going on around the farm.
Our lovely Joan, has been happily free ranging and tends to always keep an eye on where I am.
She seems to think I will have treats for her! (I usually do!)
The Queen of the Farm, happy to soak up that sunshine!
A man and his Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-32203650560350982592019-03-15T17:13:00.003-05:002019-03-15T17:13:32.377-05:00Daily Goodie Box
It's time for the fun products in March's Daily Goodie Box!
My most favorite in this box was Jessica's Vanilla Maple Granola, delicious!
Check out all the detail below on the great things I got to try.
Avitae - Caffeinated Sparkling Water
https://goavitae.com/product/sparkling-mandarin-passion-fruit-cans-90mg/
Fyve - Coconut Lime Lip Balm
https://fyve-inc.com/Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-23142400967584897402019-03-11T03:30:00.000-05:002019-03-22T20:24:45.865-05:00Whipped Cream Frosting
For many years, I wasn't a fan of cake or frosting. In hind sight, I guess sweets in general weren't at the top of my list. I preferred salty snacks and treats. I am not sure when that changed, but I suspect it was when I switched to making things from scratch. I know my love for frosting grew when I started making it, instead of buying it.
Typically, I don't follow much of a recipe whenBig Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-12185013683542792272019-03-06T20:52:00.000-06:002019-03-09T15:15:53.979-06:00White Cake
I've been meaning to share this cake recipe for so long now. I've made it for my husbands birthday at least the last three years. I guess the blog worthy photo's are what has kept me from sharing. Being the short days are still here in February, I battle with enough sunlight to get a photo. And in hind sight, I'm embarrassed at how fast this cake disappears! This year I was able to snap Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-59566845394880451642019-02-06T03:30:00.000-06:002019-02-06T03:30:05.907-06:00Donna's Famous Cheesecake - Tested And Approved
Who all loves cheesecake? While I do love it, my husband is a fanatic! He loves all things cheesecake. Since he has been laid off for a while this winter, I figured I should make some of his favorites. This way he's home to gobble them up, and that means less temptation for me to be eating more than I should.
I tried a new cheesecake recipe this time, and have to share this with you. This Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-87526002879141382492018-12-27T21:33:00.000-06:002019-02-03T15:55:07.053-06:00Moose Farts - Tested and Approved
I hope you all have been enjoying the holiday season and lots of tasty treats!
I made a couple new treats for Christmas. While all were good, one was Outstanding! I stumbled across this recipe from Rock Recipes a while back, and it was one of those that never left my memory. Hard to forget a treat called Moose Farts! Super easy to make, but please do read the recipe well and plan Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-19174251467705814552018-12-14T03:30:00.000-06:002018-12-14T03:30:07.598-06:00Daily Goodie Box
It's that time again! Time for a Daily Goodie Box!
So many delicious and helpful... and healthy products!
I've had some questions and comments about Daily Goodie Box, so I wanted to take a minute to share my experience. Daily Goodie Box has not shared my info with any parties. My account is set up with my house phone number. I'm not quite sure why I used that numberBig Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-534828716870563832018-11-26T03:30:00.000-06:002018-11-25T17:45:28.680-06:00Gram's Coconut Crisps
One cookie that I distinctly remember from my childhood, is my Gram's cookies. Whenever we went to visit, Gram always had a supply of cookies. Either fresh baked, or a stash in the freezer that was ready for when anyone showed up! Imagine my surprise when I asked my mom if she had Gram's cookie recipe, and she asked which cookie. Really? I need to clarify Gram's famous cookie?? Thankfully, my Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-52787064070508496772018-11-20T17:39:00.001-06:002018-12-27T21:10:16.407-06:00Paula Deen's Banana Pudding - Tested and Approved
Today I have the first in what I hope to be a "series" here on Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookies. Due to the changes in our life and work habits, things are kind of a work in progress.
One thing that is always happening though is I am making recipes in my kitchen that other bloggers are sharing. Some of these I absolutely love. While they were huge hits, and have my seal of approval, I love them just Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-63420498722547596852018-11-15T05:30:00.000-06:002018-11-15T09:36:02.292-06:00Daily Goodie Box!
It's that time again! Time for a Daily Goodie Box! Honestly, this is my most favorite box I've received so far! Look at these fun, delicious, and helpful products!
Love Grown - Kids Cereal Cups
A great Gluten Free cereal. Very Berry!
Rise Brewing Co - Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Blood Orange
It taste's more like tea than coffee! I loved the Blood Orange kick in this drink.Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-49234555360806617392018-11-05T03:30:00.000-06:002018-11-09T11:11:31.530-06:00Apple Crisp
Apple Crisp. In my mind, apple crisp is the ultimate fall dessert. The perfect way to enjoy the apple you picked up on your trip to the apple orchard.
However, I've always struggled with loving an apple crisp I've made. Even the most loved apple crisp recipes just left me wanting something different. Something more. No longer. I found this recipe from Cooking with Mary. I love it!Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-42777859557033411092018-09-11T21:09:00.000-05:002018-09-11T21:09:39.900-05:00Daily Goodie Box
Guess what I got in the mail?! A Daily Goodie Box! It's been a while since I've had one, so my excitement was really up there! I am having so much fun working my way through this box. Look at all the great products I got to try this month!
Seriously excited to dig in to this box. Come take a closer look!
Herb Guru - Herbal Tea - Can't wait to try this over ice!
Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-63423144234611014452018-09-04T20:26:00.000-05:002020-05-06T09:36:57.667-05:00Easy Pulled Pork
I am so excited for fall. So very excited. Since fall is my favorite season I typically am excited, but this year I am just itching for it. It must be the high humidity we dealt with so much of the summer that is making my need for cool crisp days more intense. Or maybe it's that I want the cool crisp days, so I get to make a big pot of soup, or a nice hearty meal. Mmmmm... Bring it on!
Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-90307196904906113252018-08-08T21:16:00.001-05:002018-08-08T21:16:53.456-05:00A Bit From the Garden
As soon as I seem to get a grasp on my time management, it slips away from me! I took these photo's ten days ago! How is that even possible? But, I am still happy to share with you that the our downsized garden is doing well.
The new strawberry plants are seeming to like their new place in the garden. Sadly, the chickens have already found them. Looks like next year we will haveBig Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-396684588241464502.post-78375127301702841612018-07-31T21:36:00.000-05:002018-08-03T18:14:07.248-05:00Pistachio Torte
Pistachio Torte dessert was such a favorite of mine growing up. It was one that my grandma would make for us often. Whenever we went back home to visit, she would pull a pan out of the freezer, and I would be so happy!
A few years after Grandma passed, I remembered her Pistachio Dessert, and wanted to make it. I really had no idea what it entailed. I just remembered Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14389191114283752348noreply@blogger.com25