Let them have their own cheese balls! Instead of making a cheese ball for all to share, here is a bite size version. This is a great idea, so your guests don’t have to try and balance their plate and drink while trying to cut into the cheese ball. Not an easy task, especially if there isn’t enough room to … Read More ...
Hot Corn Dip
I feel like Déjà vu here, but I don’t think the other corn dip had bacon and wasn’t in the slow cooker. There is nothing wrong with more than one version of a recipe. Again, New Year’s Eve appetizer, brunch, football party or just something warm to snack on after being out in the cold. This works great when everyone … Read More ...
Bacon and Cheddar Bites
Here is a great dish for a potluck or a side dish with your chili and soup. This would also be great for brunch or a football party and of course New Year’s Eve party.
Warm or cold, this will be one of those recipes you will go back to over and over. I might just keep this in my … Read More ...
10 Quick Appetizer Recipes For Your New Year’s Party
Whether you are planning your own celebration for ringing in the new year, or have been invited to be a part of one, you will most likely be supplying some type of food for snacking. If you are a bit stumped on what to take or try for this year’s party, then take a look at these 10 quick and … Read More ...
Bacon Spinach Blossoms
This was sent for the holidays, but you could definitely have it any time you need an appetizer. I hear if you have bacon in one of your appetizers, you can’t go wrong. Obviously, you could make it without the bacon if you want to be healthy. This would be great for a brunch or your New Year’s Eve party.… Read More ...
Meatless Slow Cooker Meals
One of my resolutions for the new year is to eat a little more healthier and at least one meatless meal. It should be easy, since there are days, I just don’t want a big meal. I know I can’t go straight up all healthy food…tried and failed that year! If you are feeling like you need a break from … Read More ...
Coffee Chocolate Smoothies
Here is a great idea for make ahead smoothies. You can create these smoothie cups ahead of time, freeze and store them until you are ready to make your smoothie. You just add these cups to some liquid in a blender and you are set on those crazy busy mornings. There are other smoothie ideas if you aren’t a coffee … Read More ...
5 Healthy, Warm Salads
There are some days I just don’t feel like eating anything but a salad. In the winter, you need something with a little more substance to fuel you during the cold. Plus, a cold salad in the winter isn’t quite as refreshing as it is in the summer. Here are some warm salads to serve at a brunch, share with … Read More ...
7 Festive New Year’s Treat
We stay home and celebrate New Year’s Eve with our daughter. It’s usually freezing cold and we aren’t into going out drinking anymore. Plus, there are some years that we don’t make it till midnight. I think last year I woke up just before the ball dropped.
The kids like to get into the celebration. You could always do something … Read More ...
Beer Battered Fried Pickles
I still haven’t tried fried pickles. Last year I said I would try it this year and I have failed. Maybe I will make them for New Year’s Eve and I’ll have one less fail for the year. I always thought that these were made with sour pickles. Is it a preference? Are they like potato chips? Can you stop … Read More ...
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Chicken Bites
I bet I had you at bacon?! It wouldn’t be a party without at least one item with bacon. Okay, maybe not all of you will agree with me. I will have some healthier options, but right now it is about the bacon. I think this deserves a test run before the big party.
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Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Recipe
What time is it? Time to start thinking about appetizers for New Year’s Eve and maybe even early prep for Super Bowl Sunday? Who doesn’t like mozzarella sticks? These can be enjoyed by all and really anytime. Watching a movie, playing board games, kids party, sleepover or during the current football season.
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Homemade Soothing Sage Tea For Cold and Flu Season
The cold and flu season seems to start earlier and earlier every year. This year was no exception. In fact, I got a flu shot this year. I haven’t had one in 15 years and then I find out it may not be effective against this year’s flu strain. Knock on wood that I continue to be healthy. We try … Read More ...
Turkey-Seafood Creole
This is a dish that could be served during Kwanzaa, but I’m thinking I might make up a batch for New Year’s Day.
Maybe keep this in mind for a holiday dish next year. I can’t believe I’m already talking about next year. Let me know if there is anything you would like to have me cover in the new … Read More ...
Tips for Kwanzaa
Today is the first day of Kwanzaa and boxing day. In America it is return all your gifts day, well it at least seems like it. Everyone goes to use their gift cards and hope they get a good deal on the after Christmas sales.
I’m not very familiar with Kwanzaa, so I the webpage attached should give you some … Read More ...