Although Christmas is my favorite holiday, I have to say fall/autumn is my favorite season. The leaves changing colors, opening the doors and windows to let the fresh crisp air into the house and I can cook and bake again. My family was so happy to see me turn the oven on again. They knew it was the beginning of … Read More ...
Archives for September 2015
Cotton Candy Cupcakes
The other thing great about fall and end of summer is fair season. We always go to the last fair of the season. It seems to have the best food and variety for the whole family to enjoy. One of the last stops we make are for the kettle korn and cotton candy to enjoy on the ride home. Now … Read More ...
Edible Lulu Guinness(wallet)
This one takes edible fruit leather to fashion status. I thought fruit leather in strips rolled up was cool. I want one of these fruit leather wallet in my lunch box. How cute would these be at a little girl’s dress up party. Of course you could always call it an envelope with a heart to put into anyone’s lunchbox … Read More ...
Simple Apple Tart
Finally the fall weather is here! I’ve been itching to get into the kitchen to start baking, but it has just been too hot. Today, I plan on making some apple sauce and will be adding this apple tart to my baking list. This one is actually made with a spring form pan, so if you don’t have a tart … Read More ...
Sweet Potato Tots
What is better than tater tots? Sweet potato tots! Love the sweetness of sweet potatoes and my family will eat the sweet potato in tot form. Kind of like my daughter only eating potatoes as french fries when she was younger. These would be great with dinner, as a snack during the football game or after school. I never knew … Read More ...
Pumpkin Spice Crepe Cake
Like I’ve said before, it seems to be the year of the crepes. I’m not complaining! Of course, we have another pumpkin recipe for you pumpkin lovers. I’ll give it a break after today. This looks like the perfect dessert to enjoy after dinner. I might even be tempted to try a bite and I’m not a fan of pumpkin. … Read More ...
Homemade Frozen Pizza
There are some days that call for frozen pizza or delivery. Sometimes we have a couple of those days in a week. We make homemade pizza once a year. We should do it more often. Now that I know how to make and freeze the homemade pizza, we can have it more often. This is perfect family time. Set a … Read More ...
Pumpkin Pie Fall Halloween Smoothie
For all you pumpkin lovers, how about a healthy smoothie that tastes like a slice of pumpkin pie. When you have a craving for pumpkin pie, but don’t want to worry about the calories. Mix up a batch of this smoothie. It is perfect for breakfast, lunch, snack and even dessert. This makes two smoothies, so you can share or … Read More ...
Fresh Apple Cake with Cinnamon Glaze
So excited to go apple picking tomorrow! Finally cool weather and scheduled before any other plans were made. I love apple cake it is great for dessert, snack and breakfast! Yes, cake for breakfast! The perfect recipe to make to celebrate the beginning of autumn on the 23rd. Oh my, the month is almost over! Halloween recipes will be showing … Read More ...
Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
I want to thank the person that came up with the mug cake! I could have used this recipe last night! It is ready in 5 minutes and your sweet cravings will be solved. I have a few kids in college that I need to send care packages to. I’ll package the non-perishable ingredients with a mug and send along … Read More ...
Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
My husband loves pumpkin anything, my daughter needs a little chocolate with her pumpkin. I think these cookies will be a hit with them. I’ll surprise them as soon as the summer weather finally leaves us this weekend. Maybe I’ll pretend to make something with apples and wait for their surprise when they smell pumpkin and chocolate instead.
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Parents Make Hulk Princess Cake for 4-Year Old Daughters
Here is a little read to enjoy with your tea or coffee. Being a tomboy, I spent more time playing with my brother’s trucks than with my Barbie dolls. I’m not trying to jump on the neutral gender train, for me it is more about the kids enjoying life before they have to grow up and deal with what society … Read More ...
Skinny Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Bars
I love when a dessert recipe has the word “skinny” in it, that means I can eat my dessert with less guilt. At least that is what I will tell myself, when I eat more than one bar. Great dessert to bring to a potluck, the others will appreciate the low calorie dessert.
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Nutella Crepe Cake
I found and posted a 25 layer cream and crepe cake that looked heavenly. Now I have found it’s sinful counterpart using Nutella. Sorry fruit tart, you may not be the star of my birthday anymore. Who needs pancakes for breakfast, when you could eat this yummy goodness. I would gravitate to this on the brunch table. I’ll even be … Read More ...
Cheese Bombs with Beer Cheese Dip
As with grocery shopping, looking for recipes when you are hungry is not a good idea. I’m pretty sure these would have spoken to me, even if I wasn’t hungry. Just look at the gooey cheese pouring out of the bread. Yes, I’m still hungry. These would be great when watching the football game or to bring to a potluck. … Read More ...