my favs of 2013

my favorite 30 or less minute meals. this was a great reminder for me of the almost 100 meals ready in less than 30 minutes. this list is a savior for busy weeknights.
andes mint cake. chocolate cake slathered with mint buttercream. my only mistake: making a six inch version, which meant i only had two slices.
whole wheat vanilla scones. i've said it many times, i love a good scone. and these are light, fluffy, slightly sweet, loaded with vanilla, and topped with a crunchy sugary crust. one of my favs that i've made many times in the last year.
chicken cutlets with lemon oregano sauce. an easy way to jazz up chicken breasts on a weeknight, ready in less than 30.
chocolate snack cake. simple to throw together and topped with a rich chocolate frosting. everyone needs a simple chocolate cake in their arsenal. this is it for me.
enfrijoladas. homemade refried beans. is there really anything else to say?!
chocolate peanut butter sandwich cookies. these are super rich and were a great way to celebrate jason's birthday back in july.
meyer lemon cupcakes with meyer lemon buttercream. sweet tart lemon in cupcake form. a great way to beat the winter blues.
skillet glazed pork chops. i love it when pantry ingredients can make a simple piece of pork taste amazing.