Sugar High Friday -- The Surprise Inside

This was the first shot with my new Fuji Finepix F30. I'm still learning the fine points of it, so please bear with me during my learning curve.

Also seen here is my new cookbook holder from Levenger. It seems that they've sold out of this model, and it's no mystery to me since it was only $20.00. It works like a dream. I can't believe I waited this long to get one! The plastic holder is great for the kitchen since it keeps the cookbook clean and open to the right page.

My adaptaton of the Deep Dark Brownies recipe from Sweet & Natural Baking by Mani Niall is my entry for Sugar High Friday this month. I don't usually enter these, but the timing fit, so here it is. My surprises inside consist of cashews and macadamia nuts instead of walnuts, agave nectar for the sweetener, and carob instead of chocolate. They turned out way better than expected. Just ask Shammi! Below is my photolog of the brownies.