I drank a lot of grape soda, but never had a grape ice cream float. I feel like I missed out on something special. This would be great to enjoy during the end of the summer months or you could even have it as a treat throughout the year. Purple is a popular color for Halloween. Is it too soon? … Read More ...
Classic Yellow Cake for Two
Let everyone eat cake. This cake is low carb, gluten-free and feeds two. One of my favorite desserts are ones that are small in size and semi-guilt free. Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food shares how to make this cute little cake. She will be making some other cake recipes for two soon.
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No Sandwich Lunches
The picture above is for a gluten-free lunch. Your kids will never complain about eating the same boring lunch everyday with this site. Lisa at What Lisa Cooks has recipes from last year and the year before that are sandwich free. You’ll find many recipes and tips and tricks from Lisa.
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Sweet Potato, Banana, and Blueberry Muffin
Here is a way to get some fruit and vegetables into your kids diet. These paleo muffins are the perfect recipe to start cooking with your kids in the kitchen. This recipe is also dairy-free and vegetarian. Give the kids a healthy start when they go back to school.
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French Toast Puff
Here is a special breakfast treat for your buffet or even for dessert. Sarah from The Charming Detroiter shares a recipe she revamped from her great grandmother’s cookbook. I love the cover illustration. A yummy breakfast for the first day of school and portable if running late.
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London Fog Milkshake
Enjoy your tea in milkshake form. What a wonderful treat for yourself during the hot summer month. Earl Grey tea with vanilla ice cream, yes please! Chelsea from Port and Fin shares how to create this refreshing drink for the hot days.
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Smashed Avocado, Black Bean, and Corn Tostadas
For meatless Mondays or just when you don’t want any meat in your diet, these tostadas will be a great choice for you. Molly at Spices in My DNA shares this fresh recipe with chipotle crema. Change out the taco and treat your family to this dish.
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Pumpkin Cornbread Mug Cake
As much as I hate the idea of summer ending, I am looking forward to the wonderful comfort foods in the fall. This is a great recipe to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin all year round. Rebecca at Strength & Sunshine shares this mug cake recipe that is vegan and gluten-free.
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4 Pie-Inspired Summer Treats
Summer is coming to an end soon, but there are still some days in the fall where the weather can be really hot. These pie inspired treats will keep you cool the rest of the summer and into the warm fall weather. Michelle at The Gracious Wife shares how to create these yummy treats.
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Blueberry Jam without Pectin
Blueberry jam with only 4 ingredients and no pectin. This can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries. Danielle Fahrenkrug at Delightful Mom Food shares how she makes this easy jam that can be jarred and refrigerated up to 3 weeks. Use it for making sandwiches or in your baked goods.
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Thai Firecracker Shrimp
As the Olympics wind down, we are getting ready to get into football season. Which means the need for appetizers to enjoy while watching the game. This one can also be fancy enough to serve at a fall wedding or showers. You could even surprise your family for dinner one night.
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Mini Spaghetti and Meatball Appetizer
photo credit: All That’s Jas
What a fun way to serve the classic dish as an appetizer or even for dinner. I think this would work well for toddlers. Just thinking back to my girl’s toddler days and the spaghetti was everywhere. Great for the next potluck, tailgate or team dinners.
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Chocolate Covered Funfetti Donut Hole Cake Pops
Here is a different take on cake pops for your next event. These would work well for birthdays, showers, and even for DIY wedding desserts or favors. Emily at Bespoke-Bride shares how to create this cute dessert. Maybe even make some for the kids after school. A great way to end the first school week.
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After School Snack Ideas
I can remember being famished when I got home from school. It was a long day and sometimes I didn’t enjoy what was served for lunch. My girl is the same way especially after team practice. Heather from Passion for Savings created this list a year ago, but will still work for this year.
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Foral Rice Krispie Cake
For all the rice krispie treat lovers, did you ever think to make those treats into an actual cake? Caitlin at The Merrythought created this beautiful cake for her own birthday. It is topped with a fresh flower from their yard. Make sure when you use real flowers as decoration that they are pesticide free and edible. If not edible, … Read More ...