Bake-a-thon

Years ago, I attempted to make coconut macaroons and failed miserably. Of course, I used the recipe found on the package of shredded coconut. They came out looking like flat pancakes that were stuck to the baking sheet - yuck. I am now happy to report that I have redeemed myself! Using a legitimate recipe can produce light and crunchy pillows with a perfect amount of chewiness. Who knew? This small success has given me the courage to bake my first loaf of french bread. Let's hope it turns out edible! The best part of all of this is that the ingredients are cheap and readily available in my pantry. I am convinced that living on a tight budget can drive a person to be more creative with their resources and can even uncover hidden talents. If nothing else, I am getting my exercise by kneading and punching down the dough!