Let's Try This Again, Shall We?

"There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have altered." 

~ Nelson Mandela

Ever feel yourself continually drawn to the same craft or hobby again and again? I always liked the idea of blogging. I still feel like my knowledge is well suited for it. I just didn't quite stick to what I wanted to do last time I tried this. So here goes attempt #2.

Re-introduction: I intend to use quotes to guide each kitchen or craft adventure, trying to post once a week on average. Today, I'm just going to rehash something basic: Brownies. Now while I love chocolate, I generally do not like brownies. I've experimented with several recipes until I came up with this one for brownies I cannot resist. They are perhaps a little untraditional, but certainly not to be missed!

Cinnamon Chili Brownies

1.25 cups flour
0.25 cups cocoa powder
0.5 teaspoon of salt
3 eggs
2 cups of sugar
0.75 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cinnamon

Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F).

Stir together flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt, chili powder, and half of the cinnamon.  Mix well. Set aside.

In large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla. Beat with spoon until smooth. Stir in dry ingredients; mix well.

Spread batter evenly in 13 X 9 inch pan. Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon.

Bake in 350ºF oven for about 30 minutes. Do not overbake. Brownies are ready when edges are just set and center is still soft.

I personally like these sprinkled with a little powdered sugar fresh from the oven.

*** NOTE: These come out a little light on the chocolate flavor, rich on the others. If you want more traditionally chocolaty brownies, double the cocoa powder called for. ***