In case you are still looking for something to make for Halloween dinner this year, try these scary skulls stuffed with cheesy chicken and broccoli. I’m also showing this so you can see a different use for the pans besides cakes. I like when shown different uses for decorative skull pans. Then I feel like I’m really getting my … Read More ...
Apple Rum Raisin Cake
If you still have some apples that you need to use up, here is a cake that speaks fall and the holidays. This would be a great dessert for your fall dinner, potluck or buffet table. It would also make a wonderful gift to give during the holidays. You could also make it alcohol free by using apple cider instead … Read More ...
Classic Dinner Roll
We don’t have bread with our meals, unless going to a restaurant and the holidays. It seems like an important piece of the dinner puzzle. The table looks like it is missing something, without some sort of bread. Maybe it’s just me and all the holiday dinner table visuals. I love the dinner roll, because it is small and versatile. … Read More ...
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
The most frightful thing is to forget to leave room for dessert! I’m not a big dessert person, so I usually steal a bite or ask for a sliver of cake or pie. These bites are perfect, just the right size to fill the sweet need, but not feel guilty. Plus, you could sneak one and not ruin dinner. Perfect … Read More ...
Baked Sweet Potato Roses
I’m happy with a spoonful of sweet potatoes plopped on to my plate, but during the holidays, people like to dress things up a little. Shaping items to look like roses are a hit this year. The beautiful color of the sweet potato is pretty enough for me, but you can add some extra pizzazz by turning them into roses. … Read More ...
Beer Cheese Dip
With football season and the holidays, there are a lot of parties. One of my favorite part about parties are the dips. I’m a nibbler, so I much prefer the appetizers and side dishes over the main course. This will be a great addition to your parties, potlucks or just for snacking during the games or hanging with the family.… Read More ...
Slow Cooker Italian Wedding Soup
With fall comes soup season, one of my favorite is the Italian wedding soup! When I’m not feeling well, I like a bowl of this soup or the classic chicken noodle soup. This soup will need a little attention when you get home for the pasta and spinach. You’ll need to add those items around the last 15 mins. – … Read More ...
Ancho Chili Turkey Breasts with Potatoes and Poblanos
This dinner is perfect for the weekend or even something different for Thanksgiving. Since there are only three of us for Thanksgiving. A large turkey breast is enough for us to enjoy along with meat for sandwiches the next day. The best thing is it all cooks on one pan, so less mess and more time with the family.
Click … Read More ...
Halloween Edible Fruit Scabs
Sounds disgusting? They look pretty gross too, which is perfect for your kids that like to gross people out. This is a great treat to make with your kids and they will have fun wearing the scabs and eating them. Great treat for a Walking Dead party. Put a plate out for the Halloween party for the kids to eat.… Read More ...
Jello Jiggler Jack-O-Lantern
Today I’m going to finish the Halloween treats and move back into fall recipes, Thanksgiving ideas and maybe even the winter holidays. Of course, there may be one or two last minute items. This jello treat would be perfect for a school Halloween party or your own party. The kids would enjoy seeing this after school too.
Click here on … Read More ...
Candy Bar Cupcakes
What do you do with your extra candy. We have around 200 kids come into our neighborhood, so it is rare that we have extras. Most of the time we keep a few to enjoy and then my husband takes the rest to share with coworkers. That might be different this year and I’ll have to purchase some at discount … Read More ...
Red Velvet Cake Eyeballs
Do you feel like you are being watched? These creepy cake eyeballs might make the taster think twice about biting into one. These eyeballs are gross as is, but the fact that they are red velvet. Oh my what a surprise. Fill a jar with these eyeballs for the Halloween party or as a ghastly gift to a friend.
Click … Read More ...
10 Delicious Recipes to Use Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds are one of those things that most throw out after carving their pumpkins. Did you know they are not only delicious but very healthy for you as well? Today we are bringing you 9 ideas for recipes to make that you are guaranteed to love.
I have also included my personal favorite recipe using a Pumpkin Granola. Even … Read More ...
Black Cat Cupcake
The poor black cat gets such a bad rap, but I love them and they make cute cupcakes. I can’t believe Halloween is a week away! I really need to get going on my decorations. These would be a hit at your Halloween party or just make them for a cat lover.
Click here on Val Event Gal for the … Read More ...
Adult Halloween Celebration
Halloween isn’t just for the kids. There are lots of adults that like to dress up and get together with their friends for Halloween. Listed below are three drinks to try for your Halloween festivities, plus a non-alcoholic apple pie punch for your designated drivers. The punch can be used for future family friendly festivities.
Below the pictures click on … Read More ...