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A little about me.....

Brigid "Corny" Cornelius

Hi and welcome to Cooking in Corny's Kitchen.  I'm Chef Brigid aka "Corny".  I'd like to take you on a little journey, and tell you a little about myself!

At 35 years old I changed careers and moved 1,700 miles from home.  To say it's been a crazy roller coaster is an understatement. 
At age 25, I graduated from the Vision Academy in Bethlehem Pennsylvania and went on to receive a license in Cosmetology.  I love creating, putting new twist on things.  Making them my own.  Although, I still love hair and makeup, it wasn't the outlet I so desperately needed.
I've always known I made delicious foods and tasty treats, but never thought any more about it.  Until one day, watching my man Gordon Ramsay Ultimate Cookery Course, I decided to make his beef short ribs (don't worry I will be sharing that soon).  It wasn't until the love of my life, Tom, ate it.  When I say his mind was blown, I mean it.  That's when it all clicked. This is it, the outlet I've been so desperately searching for.
So, naturally, I wanted some sort of schooling.  But, I'm a mother.  I don't have time to physically go to school.  Then, just as I'd given up, there it was.  An accredited school that offered online schooling!   Two days later, I was officially enrolled at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Boulder CO.

As things were rockin' and rollin', Tom recieved a phone call that the company he works for was moving to Colorado and they wanted to move us too.  So, after living in NJ/PA all my life, we packed up our UHaul and moved 1,700 miles across the country to start a new chapter.
Upon getting here, I quickly realised cooking and baking will NEVER be the same again!  I had to learn to cook at high altitude.  5,545 above sea level to be exact.  It has had its ups and downs, but nothing would be fun with out some twists a turns along the way. 

So, folks here we are.  I decided to start this blog because so many of my friends and family members would ask me for recipes or how to make something, and what better way to share than on the web!
Go put on your aprons and grab a cup of joe.  I'm going to show you my twists on some classics and share some awesome recipes along the way!  
Let's do this!

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Blueberry Lemon Bars

I love blueberries, if you couldn’t tell by now. Inspired by Food Networks Erin Jeanne McDowells Cranberry Lemon Bars, this recipe is a...

Peach Crumb Pie

This delectable summer dessert was inspired by Food Networks Dan Langan’s Peach Slab Pie with Almond Crumble. Enjoy! Peach Crumb Pie...

Chocolate Chip Cookies (for high altitude)

One of the many baked goods I couldn’t get right once moving to Colorado was cookies. I tried so many different recipes, tweaked and...

No Churn Ice Cream!

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! This no churn ice cream was inspired by Erin Jeanne McDowell from Food Network and...

Strawberry Rosemary Scones

This sweet and savory treat is a perfect addition to breakfast or brunch. The strawberries add a sweet freshness while the rosemary adds...

Boston Cream Pie

Growing up, this was my favorite dessert. I especially loved it when my mom would get it for me for my birthday. On the last day of...

Dreamy Cinnarolls

This recipe screams Sunday morning. Cloud like bread, sweet cinnamon sugar filling and an ooey-gooey cream cheese frosting; it’s coffees...

Coffee Cake for High Altitude!

This recipe is for my high altitude friends! (Sorry to my friends back in NJ/PA.) This cake is moist and perfectly paired with a...

French Bread

Making your own bread is simply satisfying. The smell, the finished product and the taste of course! French Bread Makes approx 4-5...

Corn Bread

Corn bread is perfect for breakfast with some butter and jam, or with some barbeque ribs and veggies. It's a little sweet with a great...

Creme Brulee

Don't let this intimidate you, it actually pretty simple to make. This creamy, little dessert will impress just about anyone you serve...

"Blond"ies have more fun!

Tom is not a brownie kind of guy. I love brownies though. So we found blondies are a great alternative to brownies! Soft and chewy...

Heavenly Mini Cheesecakes

I came to with these when I didn't have enough cream cheese to make a whole cheese cake. I had some crushed cookies left over from...

No more store bought pudding!

While doing my externship for Lehigh Valley BBQ, I made this delicious dessert to add to their Mother's Day special. This creamy, rich...

Simple and Flour-less!!

I love peanut butter (thanks dad). Peanut butter cookies are my weakness. One day, I needed them but I ran out of flour. I remembered...

Light and Fluffy Vanilla Frosting

This vanilla frosting is delightfully sweet and goes great on any sweet treat! Unlike store bought frosting, its not too sweet and easy...

Decadent Blueberry Scones

These soft, decadent blue berry scones are coffees best friend. They're not too sweet, and a little tangy. One is never enough! This...

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