Lindsey's New Occupation

Niece Lindsey is about to graduate from massage therapy college, and has been practicing on her (very lucky) family. Her dad bought her a portable table and she has been making the rounds of family and friends to complete her needed hours of practice. When certified, she will have a room of her own at sister Jessica's and BIL Brody's hair/nail salon and western boutique Leather and Lace. Lindsey will be adding massage, facials, and pedicures to their range of services. Here's Lindsey at our house practicing on her uncle George. I was next. We were both very impressed-Lindsay works hard, but she has a natural gift as well. We love you, Linds, and wish you every success!

Cake in a Cup!

Ever wanted that fresh-baked, quick midnight snack? Or wanted to make just a little bit of a dessert, but not enought to keep around the house to tempt you to overeat until it's gone? Thanks to my friend Molly, now we can!

Presenting the 5 minute coffee mug microwave cake!

5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE
4 tablespoons flour
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
A small splash of vanilla extract
1 large coffee mug (MicroSafe)

Add dry ingredients to mug, and mix well.
Add the egg and mix thoroughly.
Pour in the milk and oil and mix well..
Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla extract, and mix again. Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes at 1000 watts.
The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed!
Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired.Then EAT!
(This can serve 2 if you want to feel slightly more virtuous).

And why is this the most dangerous cake recipe in the world? Because now we are all only 5 minutes away from chocolate cake at any time of the day or night.

**I haven't tried it yet, but you can bet it won't be long until I do. Enjoy, guys!