Dandelions means so many different things to different people. For kids, they are the flowers that you bring to mom or turn into bracelets and crowns. They turn into wishes as it begins to seed. Some adults like to eat the greens and others look at them has horrible weeds invading the yard. I never realized you could eat the … Read More ...
22 Desserts for Mom
Earlier today, I gave ideas for meals the kids can cook and maybe make for mom on Mother’s Day. Here are some desserts that can be made and served afterwards. Plus, healthier and lighter, so mom can enjoy them and be guilt free. These are for mom, so if she isn’t willing to share that is okay. As always, don’t … Read More ...
31 Easy Recipes Kids Can Make
This year I’ve been working on getting my daughter to cook more, it is important that she starts learning to become self sufficient and help out at dinner time. Plus, she needs to be able to eat something other than mac and cheese and ramen noodles. Maybe more of an excuse to spend some time with her, as she starts … Read More ...
Chicken Caprese Crackers
It’s finally May! Now if we could get some consistent warm weather to go with it! It also means the beginning of entertaining season. There are a lot of gatherings starting with Mother’s day, college graduation, high school graduation, Father’s day and of course barbecue season. Here is a quick treat you can bring to the party. This will be … Read More ...
Sangria Frozen Fruit Cups
Here is a frozen fruit cup for the adults only to enjoy. Make some of these for Cinco de Mayo or Mother’s Day. Just make sure you label them for adults only in the freezer. These would be fun at a barbecue and you could probably make some non-alcoholic one for the kids. Again, make sure you label them! I … Read More ...
The Poptail
One of our contributor has sent this great idea to us, I think I will be using this idea a lot during the summer and the holidays. This is great for adults and kids. For the adults, you could freeze orange juice or pomegranate juice and make mimosas. Otherwise, any fruit juice to mix with ginger ale or sparkling water … Read More ...
Edible Clown Hat Cupcake Toppers
Send in the clowns or at least their hats. What a cute idea for a circus or carnival theme party for the kids. These are really easy to make. Buy some cones, cover with melting chocolate and decorate with icing. The older kids can help you or let the younger kids get messy and remind them to wait till after … Read More ...
Double Cheese and Bacon Egg Biscuits
Lately, I’ve been all about breakfast for dinner. I can eat a bigger breakfast for dinner, but these would work for a quick breakfast in the morning too. Maybe you are planning a brunch for Mother’s Day? These would make a great addition. Or surprise mom in bed and don’t forget to clean up the kitchen when you’re done.
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Nutella-Banana Muffin
I’m not a big breakfast kind of girl, so this muffin would be acceptable as breakfast on Mother’s Day. This would be a great breakfast during the week or even a snack after school. I could even see eating them for dessert or wait and serve them for brunch on Sunday.
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Entenmann’s Celebrates Earth Day Giveaway – CLOSED
THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! THANK YOU ALL THAT ENTERED. CONGRATULATIONS TO NIKKI, I WILL SEND AN E-MAIL TO GET YOUR MAILING INFORMATION!
It’s giveaway time and we are partnering with Entenmann’s Little Bites. This is for US only and the giveway ends April 25th. Please leave a comment to be entered. A random drawing will be made on the … Read More ...
10 Gluten-Free Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Here are some gluten-free recipes to help you ring in Cinco De Mayo or anytime you feel like eating Mexican food. For me that could be every night, luckily I try to cook more for my family. Even if you don’t have to eat gluten-free, give the recipes a try.
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Crock Pot Carnitas
I love Mexican food and one of my favorite meals is the carnitas. In fact, I hope they take me to a my favorite Mexican restaurant for Mother’s Day! If not I’m going to try this recipe at home and enjoy carnitas once a week, even if my family complains! Here is one dish for Cinco De Mayo besides tacos.… Read More ...
Agua Fresca
I love drinking water, but there are some people that have a really hard time unless it is flavored. Here is a great solution to drink more water and enjoy your fruit. I can see us enjoying these a lot over the summer. Serve these to the kids on Cinco de Mayo with an umbrella, while you enjoy your margaritas. … Read More ...
Churro Cupcakes
Since the weather has been so cold, it’s really hard to believe that it will be the first of May next week. I’m getting into the spirit of Cinco de Mayo early, because I need to think warm weather, sandy beaches and tropical breezes. Please Mother Nature! The whole family can enjoy these yummy churro cupcakes after your Mexican feast. … Read More ...
Jelly Bean Cluster on a Stick
I was so consumed with it being Earth Day yesterday, that I missed out on National Jelly Bean Day. I really don’t remember all these crazy national celebration days growing up, but it definitely can make dull days fun. This is a great fun rainy day treat to do with the kids. Imagine all the different flavors you could make! … Read More ...