Cold weather comes early to the New Mexico High Desert.  Gas heater turned on…a cold rain and wind blowing…how about some baking?!

Krusteaz Pumpkin Spice Quick Bread MUFFINS!  It feels like baking….even if it is a mix…the smell is very November-ish and the taste is good. Combine 1/2 cup water…1/3 cup vegetable oil…2 eggs…and 1 pouch of mix.  Fun orange muffin papers add a quirky designer touch.

Bake at 400 for 15 minutes…

Now for the brownies…Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate brownies…another mix with some wow factor.  Combine 2/3 cup water, 2/3 cup vegetable oil, 2 eggs, and 2 pouches of mix…we’re doing the double-version.

 I am very good at cracking eggs……………..

Bake at 325 for 55 minutes…

Delicious and done in a flash…

And for some serious business…no time like the present to start the Christmas List….now that is MAGICAL!