Magic.

Time for something I can do with my eyes closed... and requires no recipe. Sounds GOOD!

So you all know that feeling when you have a day off and it SHOULD make you more rested.... but it just doesn't?? Then the next day someone asks... "Hey! How are you feeling? Better??"

Nope. As a matter of fact I feel exactly the same as yesterday. And the day before.

This is when you know.... you're ready for holidays.

I am somewhat comforted by the fact that no matter what happens, when December 17th rolls around... it's all over. And there isn't one dang thing anyone can do to stop it. So I've just gotta tough out a little over two more weeks. I can totally do it.... I can abso-LUTELY do it. I can.... I ca-..... I.... I CAN'T DO IT!!!

Yes, I need a little encouragement here people. The fall semester, for whatever the reason, KILLS me every flippin year. I'm on my deathbed by the first snowfall. Don't ask, just comfort me :(

Here's a little something I like to whip up in about 30 minutes (this includes baking time, by the way.)

Step one: Melt some butter. Mix in Graham Cracker Crumbs. It should be moist enough to follow through with step two.
Step Two: Press in the bottom of a pan to make a cookie crust.

Step Three: Layer with whatever you like. I go shredded coconut, followed by milk chocolate chips, and chopped pecans. Don't be shy with your portions.

Step Four: Crack a can of Eagle Brand (sweetened condensed milk) and pour over the top. Throw it in the oven at tree-fiddy (350). Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the top layer is bubbly and golden.

At this point you have two options. You can wait for it to cool so you can cut it into beautiful squares, OR you can use a soup ladle and spoon it into a bowl for a hot delicious treat.

Be forewarned about the latter... unless you have an extreme sweet and chocolate tooth, I would suggest waiting for them to set. The chocolate is very melty and will spread through most of the other flavors. It can be a bit overwhelming. (Still delicious though... but hey, I've been known to DRINK Callebaut.)

We call these Magic Bars. You'll see why.

It's mostly because I hate all squares and bars with the fire of a thousand suns. I hate everything from the taste to the baking process and right down to their core philosophy.

But these.... these are wonderful. They're rich, chewy and dense, but have that coconut layer to cut the rich flavors nicely. And then there's the finish of the crunchy pecans. Oh and the chocolate. Did I mention the chocolate? MMMMM!

Give these a go if you are feeling a touch weary. The end is in sight, I promise! We will all make it till Christmas! Trust the Magic Bars. They will give you Power.