heath toffee brownies

 

These are awesome!  I made them last week when I needed to take dessert to a family dinner and a second time yesterday.  They go fast!

heath toffee brownies

1 box family size brownie mix

handful of mini chocolate chips (if you have them)

1 bag Heath toffee bits

Prepare an 8x8 pan with cooking spray.  Mix brownie mix according to package directions.  Throw in a handful of mini chocolate chips if you have them.  Pour into the pan and bake according to package directions.

When you take them out of the oven, pour the package of Heath toffee bits over the brownies and spread them evenly over the brownies.  Press the toffee bits down a bit.  Wait for the brownies to cool for an hour or two.  Cut into 16 pieces and enjoy!

easy broccoli cheese soup

 

My kids are each taking a turn to make dinner this week.  My oldest child living at home made this easy broccoli cheese soup and I think it's our new favorite version.

easy broccoli cheese soup (adapted from cafe delites)

1/3 cup butter

1 yellow onion (she used 3 tablespoons dehydrated onion instead)

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or minced

1/3 cup flour

2 cups vegetable stock

3 cups milk

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

1/2 teaspoon mustard powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 pound broccoli florets, cut into small pieces (we used two 12-ounce bags frozen broccoli florets)

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.  Fry the onion until fragrant.  Add the garlic and cook for another minute.  Whisk in the flour and cook for a few minutes or until golden brown.

Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly pour in the vegetable stock and milk, stirring well to combine and dissolve the flour into the liquid.  Season with salt and pepper, mustard powder and garlic powder.  Stir and allow to thicken for about 5 minutes.

Add the broccoli and gently simmer for 20 minutes.  Mix in cheese and stir until just combined. 

Enjoy!