Odds and Ends

Despite the wedding planning, January has felt somewhat quieter compared to the craziness of the holidays. Which means we've had time to check a few things off our to-do list, and try out a couple new recipes.



Eric finally picked out the guys' tuxes for the big day. They are going to look sharp!





I made these crunchy roasted chickpeas recently as a snack. They were super easy and turned out better than I thought - a great snack if you're craving chips/something crunchy.


Crunchy roasted chickpeas

We're trying to find some alternatives to always making chocolate chip cookies anytime there is a chocolate craving in the house (*cough* Eric). We tried pudding (throw back to our childhood) but for some reason it just didn't turn out right; we may have to try that one again.
Then I remembered Eric's mom had brought us home some Mexican Chocolate last time she got back from San Antonio. I wanted to try baking with it and found a great chocolate muffin recipe. They were so delicious, and a step up health-wise from cupcakes. If you have any other ideas please let me know!


Mexican chocolate muffins

We finally did get a little bit of snow (less than an inch), but it was nothing compared to what Virginia got a little further south.



And finally, after one failed attempt - we got our marriage license! The first time we tried to go (after specifically taking time out of work), we got to the courthouse and it was randomly closed for the day. We're officially able to get married now!