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I cook and bake a LOT. I have a family of 7 and we very rarely eat out. We all know that groceries are not getting any cheaper and one of the ways I combat high prices in the store is to make my own mixes. You know, all of those little packets that you pick up- the taco seasoning, the ranch dressing mix, gravies, etc. I just make them in bulk and it has saved us a bundle! I thought that today I … [Read more...]
Sometimes I like to serve my family something just a little different. These eggs are a twist on Huevo Rancheros, the eggs aren't poached in salsa, but they make a fabulous quick and filling breakfast or brunch treat. My kids love them and call them "Fancy Eggs" but there is really nothing fancy at all about the humble egg, tortilla and bean dish. Simple food at it's best is almost always better … [Read more...]
I am someone who takes the first few weeks of the new year to get myself re-organized. I enjoy this time and I look forward to it. Taking down all the Christmas decorations and deep cleaning the entire house is time consuming but really needed after the holidays. I admit to being a Type A person to the core. It may not be the first of the school year but it is the first of a New Year and I … [Read more...]
How to make brownie bites This is the time of year when there are parties, dinners, work functions and family obligations to attend. I'm always looking for something quick, delicious and affordable to take along with me. I'm most often asked to bring a dessert of some sort (baking is my hobby) and I think these Cheesecake Brownie Bites are perfect to take to a holiday gathering. The … [Read more...]
Once upon a time, I bought a really small container of apple pie spice just to see what it tasted like. I just use cinnamon and sugar in my apple pies so I didn't know what apple pie spice was all about. How was it different that what I already used? Well, except for being way more expensive per ounce than my beloved cinnamon/sugar mixture it also contained allspice and cloves- but I didn't think … [Read more...]
We are a pretzel lovin' house! Hard, soft, dipped in chocolate or jalapeno cheese sauce- we love them all. I have made pretzel buns for burgers many times, and I've used this same recipe for traditional large soft pretzels, but pretzel bites are relatively new to me. Since I'm always on the lookout for smaller, kid sized foods to serve to my girls for snacks and treats I was so excited when these … [Read more...]
cc licensed ( BY ) flickr photo shared by gamene With Halloween right around the corner, Nature's Own, America's #1 soft variety bread brand, is sharing recipes for alternative halloween treats that are fun, delicious and healthy. These recipes are a great opportunity for families to come together in the kitchen and create ghoulish delights that can be served at halloween parties. Below are a … [Read more...]
For our Spongebob Party I searched for the perfect fruity and creative recipes and snack ideas. While searching I discovered that Kraft had changed up their dressing packaging to say "Anything Dressing." This got the wheels turning in my head. What could I create with the help of dressing? I had never thought of using dressing for more than salads but that was a brilliant idea! I discovered … [Read more...]
For our sponge bob party I was going with an underwater them. To go with the pineapple fruit bowl I wanted something blue. I discovered a recipe from jello that I changed up a little. It ended up being an amazing dip for our fruit salad. It only takes a few minutes to prepare followed by a few hours in the fridge. Ingredients: Jello (The flavor your choose will determine your dessert color) … [Read more...]
A Pineapple Boat for your fruit salad is such a fun way to add character to your table. It looks so elegant and people will think you spent hours on it! But you can create this in less than 10 minutes! This was perfect for our Spongebob Party! All you need is: a pineapple other fruits for your salad a very sharp knife Lay the pineapple on its side. Cut the top … [Read more...]
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