One such story for "Spreads" from the Pioneer Woman caught my eye. First, it was mostly butter and brown sugar, so I knew it would be a winner. Second, it looked pretty simple and quick, another set of success factors if you ask me. I want to bake while I'm homebound, but I don't want it to take forever, you know?
This recipe is everything you'd think and more. Honestly, I'd eat just the cookie layer, but the chocolate layer was good too. I used a heavy hand with milk chocolate chips, and it got to be a little much. Next time, I'll drizzle the chocolate over the top and leave it spare, or I'll add a coarse salt sprinkle over the solid chocolate layer. Either would bring a better balance for my taste buds.
We also had this Chicken Pantry Stew and it was not remarkable enough to warrant a photo. While the flavors were good, the broth mixture did not get thick and therefore didn't seem very stew like. Plus, there's no salt anywhere in this recipe, and it needs a heavy sprinkle. Finally, who makes stew without a potato? Add one or two chopped potatoes in for more of a stew take.
Verdict? Keep the Spreads, lose the stew.
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