I love lasagna, but sometimes it is just too heavy. Here is a light version that you can have as an appetizer or when you need a light meal with a side salad. This would be perfect on the nights that I’m home alone or if there are just two of us. Maybe you could make this for your Valentine’s … Read More ...
Bacon and Chives Cheese Ball
Need a new recipe for entertaining? This is the one for your next party. This looks like the perfect appetizer for when you have the girls over for wine and book club. Dare I mention, Super Bowl Sunday? Sorry! Only a few more weekends!
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Good Morning Sunshine Sweet Rolls
This would definitely bring a smile to your face on a dreary morning. We aren’t much of a breakfast family, but brunches and breakfast for dinner is something we do occasionally. This would be great end after a long hard day. Oh and the plates are actually painted by Beth with Orange glaze. The girl has talent.
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DIY Freezer Potato Skins
Here is an item for your Super Bowl party, that you can prepare ahead of time. Potato Skins that you could make this weekend or next weekend and just defrost and reheat for game day. You could also use this idea if you made potatoes and had some leftover. I hope potatoes are on sale this weekend!
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XOXO Hugs and Kisses – Pretzels and Rolos
Starting to look at ideas for Valentine’s Day for the kids to make or make for the kids. These cute treats are perfect. Plus, you can play with your food. The writer uses pretzels with Xs and Os so you could play a game of tic-tac-toe. I need to get out more, because I’ve never seen these pretzels before. Might … Read More ...
Mini Lemon Tarts
I saw these cute tarts and instantly wanted to have a tea party. I need an excuse to eat desserts right now and a tea party sounds wonderful during this cold weather. The tarts would look wonderful at any party or the dessert table for brunch. Maybe you are going to have a bridal or baby shower, these would be … Read More ...
Star Wars Wampa Cake
Here is a cake for the Star Wars fan! There are other Star Wars desserts that you can make with this cake for your Star Wars theme party. I guess if you aren’t a Star Wars fan, you can pretend it is an abominable Snowman for a winter theme party. If you think it is too scary, then you can … Read More ...
Reese’s Fudge Superbowl Football
These will be a hit at your Super Bowl party. You could also make them for a boy’s birthday party. There are several other ideas for your Super Bowl party or the birthday party if you need some other desserts for your table. She uses the Reese’s chips and spread along with white chocolate and chocolate melts.
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Vegetarian BLT Crunchwrap Slider
Giustina from Domestically Blissful seems to know my tastes. I love Taco Bell Crunchwrap. I have not tried the new BLT Crunchwrap yet, but will be soon. I will have to give her recipe a try before hand. I know what you are thinking, how can this be vegetarian with bacon. McCormick makes a bacon flavored soy product that … Read More ...
Homemade Cracker Jack Popcorn
I used love getting a box of cracker jacks when I was little. I couldn’t wait to find out what my prize was. You can make this for a kids party and throw in some prizes for the kids to find. Maybe even make a batch with your kids and they can package it up as a Valentine’s gifts for … Read More ...
Creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce
This may be my new ketchup! I love avocados! My family thinks I’m crazy, but that just means I don’t have to share! This would make a great side for your snack table in place of guacamole or along side of it for the Super Bowl. Maybe replace your regular ranch dressing for your salad with this sauce.
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Strawberry Cream Pastries
It looks like heaven on a plate! Pastries that look like something out of a Bakery and you can proudly say, you made it yourself. What a great dessert to share with your Valentine or make for tea time with the girls. Linda states you can make the pastries ahead of time and keep in a sealed container till time … Read More ...
Valentine Cocoa Mix and packaging
Here is a great project to do with the kids. If you like to try something different than the store bought cards for the Valentine’s party, this would be a great idea. They give you directions on how to package up the mix to giveaway along with the recipe. Mix a batch for you and the kids to drink while … Read More ...
Cherry Walnut Freezer Cookies
It’s great to have a recipe that can be prepared in advance and ready to go when you actually have time. The dough for these cookies can be made now and placed in the freezer when you have time to bake. Which is perfect if you like to prepare ahead of time for Valentine’s Day.
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Raw Cupcake Pops
Here are some cupcake pops that are made from raw ingredients such as nuts, fruits, brown sugar or honey, cacao butter, shredded coconuts and cacao. Looks like you will need a cupcake pop shape mold and a blender. You need to refrigerate the molds for 15 minutes to set. Here is a cupcake that you won’t mind if they ask … Read More ...