When it comes to Valentine’s Day, you will always see roses and chocolate covered strawberries. Both items can be very expensive around Valentine’s. I know never to expect roses for Valentine’s Day, I might be surprised with some the day after. I’m not picky about what day I get flowers, it’s the thought that counts, and I have flowers to … Read More ...
Archives for January 2015
Oreo Frogs
I don’t know why, but I just can’t help but smile looking at these cute frogs! Add a little candy heart and they would be adorable for Valentine’s Day. Plus, it would be a fun treat to make with the kids. All the items are store bought, so you can surprise your kids with some fun kitchen time over the … Read More ...
Meatball Sub on a Stick
After cooking all week, I don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen on the weekends. There are some days during the week, I don’t feel like cooking. I think these might make the menu this weekend and maybe sometime in the future during the weekday. Just add a side and watch the surprise on their faces. These … Read More ...
Easy Triple Layer Fudge
Here is an easy gift to create for Valentine’s Day! You have plenty of time to do a test run to make sure it is perfect for your loved one or for yourself. Your kids could make it and give some to their friends for Valentine’s Day. And of course every game day table needs something sweet to enjoy. You … Read More ...
Jumbo Chocolate Chip Basketball Cookies
We don’t watch a lot of basketball till the college basketball play-offs. Which is weird since everyone in the family played it. I guess we prefer to play then watch or we are just too consumed with our football! Here are some jumbo chocolate chip cookies trying to disguise themselves as basketballs. These would be great as party favors or … Read More ...
Bacon Double Cheeseburger Dip
Baby, it’s cold outside! This dip will warm your tummy while watching a movie, playing board games and of course watching all the games on the weekend. I think this could also be a meal if you ate a really big lunch, but need a little something to tide you over till morning! You might want to make two of … Read More ...
Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars
If I was Superman, this would be my kryptonite! It also reminds of a candy bar that I love called Twix! I love shortbread and the addition of chocolate and caramel turns the shortbread into heaven! These would make a great hostess gift or even a Valentine’s Day gift! Would it be wrong to give myself a box of these … Read More ...
Sweet and Salty S’mores
Once in a while I crave a salty snack and a sweet snack. I usually don’t combine the two, because I don’t usually have items that would necessarily go together. I have found my solution, plus who can resist another s’mores recipe. They use marshmallows and the oven, but I think I’m going to skip the oven and use fluff … Read More ...
Spicy Crab Dip and Homemade Parmesan Crackers
I’ve been posting a lot of heavy foods for Super Bowl Sunday, but here is one that is a little lighter and the ladies can keep for themselves. This would be great for book club night with a glass of wine. I think? I’m more of a beer kind of girl. I would definitely have this reading a book or … Read More ...
Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
I tend to do a lot of baking in the winter! It helps to warm up the house and it can be miserable and depressing outside, so I bake my own sunshine. These cookies can be made anytime, but they can also be turned into cookies for Valentine’s. As you see in the picture, just add a chocolate heart to … Read More ...
Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies
I love Nutella! For the most part, I eat it by the spoonful. When I have a chocolate craving, I grab a spoon and dunk it in the jar and I’m a happy camper. That one big spoonful is enough to get me through the rest of my day. And it is a big, big spoonful! We just got lucky … Read More ...
Crock Pot Banana Nut Oatmeal
I’m very happy that I can sleep in on the weekends. I’m not a morning person! This oatmeal will be helpful on those cold winter mornings, especially if you have to shovel before you go anywhere. I can fix this the night before and not worry about losing too much sleep, since I will have one less thing to worry … Read More ...
Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
No time for breakfast? Grab a cookie before you head out the door. There are some days you just don’t have the energy to argue in the morning. On those days, I give into the cake or cookie request. Heck, I’m guilty of eating a piece of cake or a cookie for breakfast. Wouldn’t they be surprised to be woken … Read More ...
Potato Lollipops
These look yummy and then I pulled up the site and it was created for the kids. I don’t care! I love them and I think they would be great for the adults too! Let’s face it, there are some adults out there that still need their veggies hidden to enjoy. Shhhh! Potato lollipops will be replacing the potato skins … Read More ...
BLT Bites
While I’m on the subject of comfort foods, a BLT is right up there. I love a BLT anytime of year, but I love it even more during the summer months. Especially, when you pick the tomato and lettuce fresh out of the garden! This would be a great appetizer for any party.
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