Creative food craft ideas
Here is another cute idea to add some fun to that plain cup of milk. Add some sprinkles dipped in a chocolate rim around the cup. Jennifer at Jennifer Cooks created this fun idea for her son’s birthday party sleepover. I bet the kids really enjoyed waking up to these sprinkled dipped cups. I’m keeping this idea for the holidays.… Read More ...
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Besides pasta salads, the classic potato salad is a signature side dish for potlucks, barbecues, and picnics. Here is a new twist on the potato salad for your summer outings. This colorful potato salad with all the fixings of a Mexican dish will become your new favorite this summer. Deborah from The Harvest Kitchen shows … Read More ...
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Pancakes! One of the best breakfast items on a lazy weekend morning. Unless, you are the one making the pancakes. Tracey at The Kitchen is My Playground has created a fluffy buttermilk pancake in the oven. Now everyone can sit and enjoy their pancakes all at the same time. If you have picky … Read More ...
Here is an ice cream that won’t melt as quickly during the summer heat. How cute are these cake pops that look like ice cream cone. A cute dessert to serve at your next summer party. The site is in German, but you could translate it. I translated through Google. The recipe is for chocolate cake, but I’m sure you … Read More ...
Summertime means lots of pasta salad on those hot days, side dishes at a barbecue, days at the beach, or a picnic lunch. This one by Shannon at the Fit SlowCooker Queen is gluten-free and vegetarian, but you could use whatever pasta you like and even add meat. This would be great for meatless Monday, if you are trying to … Read More ...
Cookie Monster will always be my favorite Sesame Street character. I think I love cookies as much as he does and of course both our names start with C. These cute cookie monster cupcakes would be a hit at a Sesame Street themed party or a monster party.
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Time seems to be fleeing me, I can’t believe next weekend will be a holiday weekend! These cute patriotic cupcakes will be perfect for your 4th of July celebration. Michelle at A Latte Food uses only one cake batter for these cupcakes. I could also see this for a superhero party. I seem to say that a lot when it … Read More ...
A couple of days ago, I showed how Beth from Hungry Happenings served mini cupcakes and candy in shot glasses for a birthday party. Beth has also used the same idea to serve cupcakes at your 4th of July gathering or any party with a patriotic theme. Such a simple way to serve your guests and easy to carry around … Read More ...
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Here is a fun adult treat for the 4th of July. Of course, you could leave out the booze for the kids or your designated drivers. Just make sure you mark the jello stars appropriately if serving both. All you need is some fun molds, jello and some booze along with recipe from Chelsea at Lovely … Read More ...
I love this idea for a little kids party, but it also goes well for desserts at a barbecue or any special event. Bite sized desserts that can be eaten quickly or a small taste after eating more than you should have. Beth at Hungry Happenings show you how to create these cute desserts for your next party. You could … Read More ...
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Summertime means time for outdoor fun day or night. S’mores by the fire in the backyard or at camp go hand in hand. Sometimes though, Mother Nature decides to rain on the fun. Camping under blanket forts and piles of pillows can be just as fun and this s’mores treat will make up for the rain.… Read More ...
It is finally strawberry picking season and thanks to Nikki at Tikkido, you can dress them up for the 4th of July. Who doesn’t love chocolate covered strawberries? This dessert won’t last long, so you may want to keep a few aside for yourself to enjoy after the party. This would also be great for a superhero party for the … Read More ...
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Looking forward to those beautiful beef tomatoes to ripen for tomato sandwiches and to top off the burgers. This might be my new tomato sandwich for the summer. It would make a wonderful dinner on a hot summer night. Much more elegant than my sliced tomato and mayo on wheat bread.
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When it is too hot, I don’t have much of an appetite. I tend to eat a lot more salads in the summertime. Plus, with all those wonderful fresh vegetables from the garden, who wouldn’t want to live on salads. This beautiful salad combines fruit and veggies for a refreshing salad at your next event … Read More ...
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After a week long road trip, it is time to start eating healthy and exercising on a regular basis again. This egg white omelette will give me the protein and energy I need for those large loads of laundry after the road trip. It will also give me the energy to hit the track later.
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