Grammy’s Brownies

Thanksgiving was different this year. None of the traditional kitchen stars (ie. Aunt Sherry, myself, and Grammy) were feeling optimal. As some of you might remember, my grandmother suffered from a rare kidney disease earlier this year. In a matter of days, she lost complete function of her kidneys. In and out of the hospital for what felt like months, Grammy finally was able to go home, but with dialysis three times a week, she’s not able to do what she once did. And my sweet Aunt Sherry broke her hand, once again, in September. Even after surgery and therapy, her hand is not functioning correctly. And unfortunately, I was feeling pretty ill last week too!

So between the three of us, we had a lot of food to make and not a lot of energy to make it happen!

But when Thursday finally came, our table was full and my aunt’s house smelled like Thanksgiving. The turkey browned beautifully, and we had pies, stuffing, potatoes, green beans, homemade rolls, and a lot of love.

Although my Grammy couldn’t do much this year, she was able to make one of my favorite treats. Sitting on her kitchen counter, a plastic container filled with some of the most chocolatey and moist brownies I’ve ever tasted. Even though I wasn’t feeling well, those brownies were still just as delicious as I remembered them. And you better believe, I had a few helpings on the night before Thanksgiving (because you have to start the eating early in my family…there’s simply too much for one day!)

Now while this recipe might not be overly complicated, it doesn’t mean that these brownies taste anything less than perfect. Sometimes, the most simple recipes produce the best results. With our moving day fast approaching and a 16 hour drive to look forward to, I’ll be making another batch of these brownies soon. I’ll put a plastic container in our front seat. Ryan and I will munch on brownies as we say goodbye to Texas and welcome colorful Colorado back into our lives.

I can’t wait.

Grammy’s Brownies

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, cut into pieces

1 1/4 cups sugar

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa (Hershey’s brand)

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 eggs

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line an 8×8 pan with foil, leaving a two inch overhang. Coat foil with vegetable spray.

2. Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat. Whisk together sugar, cocoa, and salt in a medium bowl. Pour butter into dry ingredients, whisking to blend. Stir in vanilla. Add in eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Fold in flour and stir until just combined. Scrape batter into prepared pan.

3. Bake until top begins to crack and toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool in pan. When ready to serve, use foil overhang to life brownies out of pan. Cut into square and enjoy.

Monet

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19 thoughts on “Grammy’s Brownies”

  3. The Squishy Monster

    I’m sorry to hear about everyone’s health 🙁 I love the pic of you and grams and these brownies look beyond amazing…I hope your holiday was great and I’m glad you’re back—I missed you!!!!

  4. Amelia

    Hi Monet, sorry to hear you and your family are not well. Hope you’re feeling better now. Lovely photo of you and your granny.

    The brownies sure look delicious and tempting. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Have a lovely week ahead, regards and take care.

  5. Sarah

    I feel like I can actually smell these as I look at your photos. Simple is usually the most delicious – especially when it comes to brownies. I can’t wait for you and Ryan to be back in Colorado. We’ll have to connect soon so we can actually see each other in person. 🙂

  6. Jessie

    I’m sorry you and your family weren’t feeling well, Monet 🙁 I hope you feel 100% for your move! I can imagine taking these brownies with you will be like taking a little piece of home 🙂

    Best of luck!

  10. Annie

    Good luck with the move! That’s exciting and I’m sorry to hear you’re under the weather. Your Thanksgiving sounded lovely! And of course these will be my go-to brownie recipe because I trust you and your grammy with any recipe. Be safe my friend!

  12. Julia {The Roasted Root}

    Your grammy looks like such a sweetheart! And you are one gorgeous lady! Sounds like you had a very meaningful Thanksgiving and your brownie recipe looks just perfect – simple ingredients and all sorts of flavor!

  13. Angel Blue

    2012 must be the year of the event happening. I too have been under the weather and could not “make” the food holiday scene… for days after. but funny thing, I found that a great movie, some hot tea .. the best of friends nearby and it all was good.
    I know just having your lovely family right there in the room, hugs abounding, stories to share.. smiles to exchange.. was the real Thanks of the Day.. and you get to bring that all home with you & Ryan so that it continues to Give you joy for all of your life!
    Sending you healing happy thoughts! Safe Journeys! <3

  14. Bonnie Banters

    Amazing that you all pulled that together under the circumstances. Grammy is such a beautiful lady…obviously runs in the family! Our TG week was a little off, but ended well! I’m trying to play catch up w/my blog friends…good luck on your move back to CO! Brownies never fail to please!

  17. rita cooks italian

    A big BACIO (kiss) to your lovely Gran! You both look great. Sticky brownies: what a good way to start thanksgiving the day before. You had a wonderful thanksgiving! I’m happy to hear that.

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