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Few Things Are Better Than This

By Courtney 28 Comments

If there is one thing that I have learned since this past Christmas, it’s that there are few things in life that are better than fresh baked, homemade bread!

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It wasn’t always pretty, but thankfully, I think I’ve finally found my go-to loaf: French Baguettes!

If it wasn’t for my bread machine, I don’t know if I’d have ventured into bread-baking. I seriously just LOVE this thing. It’s such a snazzy contraption. Smile

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I have yet to venture outside of using the recipe booklet that came with the machine, but there are some incredible-sounding recipes in there.

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Would you believe that there’s a chocolate chip cookie bread recipe in there? Ummm yeah, that’s definitely a must-try…along with those cinnamon rolls. Winking smile

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Tonight’s baguettes came out just as good, if not better, than my last batch. Here they are just after rising and getting ready to hit the oven…

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Mmmmm…warm, crusty French bread is my paradise. Smile

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To go along with my bread, I cooked up the Potato Corn Chowder soup mix that we bought this past Saturday.

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And I must say that, despite being a pre-packaged soup mix, this chowder had some serious flavor! The recipe called for using 2% or half and half, but I only had 1% on hand, which is why mine looks a little thinner. Nonetheless, it still tasted great AND was a little more “healthified.” Smile

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Not to mention the fact that it acted as the perfect base for some bread dunkage!

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Topped with a little butter…

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This meal was definitely the whole package! Smile

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Of course, as soon as we sat down to eat, somebody was ready to play some fetch…

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So we played a few rounds until he tired out.

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But before we knew it, he was back once again…

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but this time, to cuddle. He’s my perfect cuddle buddy!

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And I intend on cuddling with him all night. Smile

Question for Tonight…Fill in the Blank:

Few things in life are better than _________________.

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March 31, 2011 Filed Under: Bread, Cody, Dinner Tagged With: bread machine, cuddle buddy, french baguette, Harry & David, potato-corn chowder

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Courtney @ The Granola Chronicles says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:56 pm

    Few things in life are better than...dark chocolate & wine! I'm sure that soup was wonderful considering the cold weather you're having - perfect comforting meal.
    Reply
  2. Corey @ the runners cookie says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:59 pm

    That looks like the perfect crusty bread, especially to go with soup! Store bought bread just does not compare to homemade. I think I should put that machine on my wish list for next Christmas :) p.s. your kitty is precious!
    Reply
  3. chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:00 pm

    Few things in life are better than summertime. PS - that bread and soup look absolutely amazing!
    Reply
  4. Lauren @ Hungry Dancer says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    I love that your cat plays fetch!! So funny!!
    Reply
  5. Kelly says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    ...that first cup of coffee in the morning. :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      March 31, 2011 at 8:38 pm

      Gooooood call! :)
      Reply
  6. Tara @ The Game of Life says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    That bread looks amazing, but I can't wait until you make the cinnamon rolls!!! Few things in life are better than icecream or a day of relaxing with the family!
    Reply
  7. Faith @ lovelyascharged says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    Bread + butter, chocolate, warm cinnamon rolls...the list goes on
    Reply
  8. Kate Horning says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:29 pm

    ahh your bread looks amazing I would definitely agree I love the way it makes my house smell! Your cat is precious enjoy cuddling!
    Reply
  9. Kristi @ KristiAteIt says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:31 pm

    Few things in life are better than...coming home from work and your boyfriend asking if you want to go out to eat tonight! :) Yes, please! Mmmm...your bread looks delicious!
    Reply
  10. Melissa says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:52 pm

    . . . a glass of good wine after a long day. . . . coffee and Food Network on a Saturday morning. . . . the first time in the spring you get to sit outside for a drink or dinner. Have a great night, Courtney!
    Reply
  11. Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:56 pm

    your bread looks amazing!!! i want to grab it out of the pictures ;)
    Reply
  12. Alexa @ SimpleEats says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    I definitely want a piece of bread now. That looks amazing!
    Reply
  13. Laura says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:17 pm

    avocado & a fried egg on toast
    Reply
  14. Shari @ Chicago Cuisine Critique says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I need that bread maker. We go through so many loaves of "crusty" bread as we call it in my house, that I actually think this would be an excellent investment. Thanks for sharing! :)
    Reply
  15. Katy (The Singing Runner) says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:45 pm

    Few things in life are better than good friends, good food, and a few good drinks. ;)
    Reply
  16. CaSaundra says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    Wowee..your bread looks straight outta a bakery. Super impressive :-) Few things in life are better than cupcakes ;-)
    Reply
  17. Liz @ iheartvegetables says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:47 pm

    Few things in life are better than peanut butter ;)
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  18. Christina @ Food.Fun.Fabulous. says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:58 pm

    I have to agree with Liz - Few things in life are better than peanut butter!
    Reply
  19. Jen says

    April 1, 2011 at 12:47 am

    Looks soooooo good! I'm so jealous, fresh baked bread really IS where it's at, and yours has me drooling, yum!
    Reply
  20. Floey says

    April 1, 2011 at 4:02 am

    Ahh sooo jealous of your fresh bread with butter :( I don't have a bread maker and don't have the time to make my own bread :P Send some to So. Cal? :D
    Reply
  21. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says

    April 1, 2011 at 7:21 am

    Brave soul...I'm scared to bake bread!! Few things in life are better than chocolate!
    Reply
  22. Emily says

    April 1, 2011 at 8:50 am

    ...a glass of wine on the porch. ...a killer workout that leaves you feeling like you can tackle anything that day. ...hearing "i love you" and knowing it's the truth.
    Reply
  23. Presley says

    April 1, 2011 at 10:29 am

    We just went to register for our wedding and didn't register for a bread maker... You (and chocolate chip cookie bread) have me regretting this decision! Maybe I should go back and add it!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      April 1, 2011 at 1:40 pm

      YES! DO IT!!! :)
      Reply
  24. Chelsa says

    April 1, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    that bread looks amazing... yum
    Reply
  25. Sarah says

    April 1, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    I almost want to go out and buy a bread maker and eat bread all day long. This could be a problem
    Reply
  26. Sarah Lynn says

    April 1, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    OMG that last picture of your cat is sooo cute!!! I love cats!
    Reply

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