Do you plan on giving your mom flowers for Mother’s Day? Add these pretty linzer cookies or replace the regular flowers. I would much rather have these than flowers that could die in a couple of days. Beth from Hungry Happenings shows you how to make these linzer cookies using different jams. She also has some cookies shaped like hearts … Read More ...
Cinnamon Roll Cobbler
Here is the second recipe the kids can make on their own for Mother’s Day. You will want to help them with the oven portiion, but they can prepare it. It will be easy to make in the morning and only two ingredients from cans, so Mom won’t have to worry about a messy kitchen. This would be good for … Read More ...
Key Lime Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Let the kids have their ice cream sandwiches and make these to share with your adult friends. What a great combination to keep cool over the summer. Maybe make a test run now and pretend to be at the beach or enjoying a summer night barbecue. We cold weather people need to do things like that.
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Margarita Shrimp Tacos
Whether you are having a feast for the family on Cinco de Mayo or celebrating over the weekend. These margarita shrimp tacos will be perfect to serve. Nick from Macheesmo shows you how to make these tacos and he teamed up with some other bloggers for additional meals for Cinco de Mayo.
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No Bake Rainbow Pie
I have a couple ideas that would be perfect for the kids to make for Mother’s Day. The first one is this no bake rainbow pie. Which also makes it perfect for the summer months and last minute dessert needs. Holly from Spend with Pennies shares this treat and some other 5 minute recipes.
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Homemade Sprinkles
Now you can create sprinkles to match your party theme. Sometimes you can come close with store bought sprinkles, but there are times you can’t find any to match. Here is your solution. This isn’t an easy task, but if you need that perfect sprinkle color this is your recipe. Nicole from Tikkido shows you how to make these sprinkles … Read More ...
Watermelon Cake
This cake is adorable. Looks just like half a watermelon. Cute Simple Stuff shows you how to frost half a cake and save the other half for another project in a video. I think I would just bring two watermelon halves. Curious to see what she plans for the other half though.
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Caramel Filled Chocolates
Does your mom like caramel chocolates? Surprise her on Mother’s Day with these caramel filled chocolates that you make yourself. Mom will feel extra special when she learns you made the chocolates just for her. Charlotte at Charlotte’s Lively Kitchen teaches you step-by-step on making chocolate. These would make a great gift for teachers too.
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Skinny Avocado Eggs Benedict Polenta Patties
You can now enjoy having your Eggs Benedict with a lightened hollandaise sauce. This healthier and skinnier version will allow you to enjoy some other treats during brunch. If Mom is trying to be healthier and watch her waistline, you could make her this for breakfast in bed. Although, Mom has a right to splurge on her special day. Erica … Read More ...
S’mores Hi Hat Cookie
A fancier s’mores, but still yummy, chocolatey and gooey! A s’more that can be enjoyed at a bridal shower, baby shower or your next book club. Because s’mores are for camping and the kids, right? Not! I think I miss the messy part, but that is just me. Kristan at Confessions of a Cookbook Queen shares her recipe on Food … Read More ...
Captain America Slushy Cocktail
This summer seems like the battle of the super heroes. If you and your friends plan on seeing “Captain America: Civil War”, you may want to surprise them with this cocktail before the movie. Or save this recipe for your Memorial weekend celebration. I’m not picking sides, just bringing you the drink.
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Carrot Apple Ice Cream
Warm weather will be here soon, and that means it will be popsicle and ice cream season. Here is a very easy, simple, and healthy treat for the summer. Especially for those toddlers looking at their older siblings, wishing for a bite of their ice cream or popsicle. That could be some of us adults too with our kids.
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Key Lime Pound Cake with Key Lime Glaze
Whether for Cinco de Mayo or Mother’s Day, your key lime pie lover will enjoy this pound cake made from scratch. A great dessert for the summer months. Right now I’m thinking tropical breezes and warm sunshine, which is better than the current cold and rainy day outside. Paula from Call Me PMC takes us away on the tropical dream … Read More ...
Shredded Mexican Chicken
We’ll have Mexican night at my house for Cinco de Mayo. Not much of a stretch since we have Mexican at least once a week. Rather than our usual tacos, I’ll give this chicken recipe a try. According to Tara at Deliciously Declassified, you can get about 10 – 12 burritos from this recipe. She says you can also make … Read More ...
Strawberry Nutella Puff Pastry Sandwiches
Berry season will be in full swing soon. Which is good cause it is hard to find decent fresh berries in the store. With the exception of strawberries. Right now they are the best bet for berry desserts, like this yummy sandwich. An easy recipe from Sibel at Rolling Spoons, that will make any berry and chocolate fan happy.
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