I used love getting a box of cracker jacks when I was little. I couldn’t wait to find out what my prize was. You can make this for a kids party and throw in some prizes for the kids to find. Maybe even make a batch with your kids and they can package it up as a Valentine’s gifts for … Read More ...
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Valentine Cocoa Mix and packaging
Here is a great project to do with the kids. If you like to try something different than the store bought cards for the Valentine’s party, this would be a great idea. They give you directions on how to package up the mix to giveaway along with the recipe. Mix a batch for you and the kids to drink while … Read More ...
Cherry Walnut Freezer Cookies
It’s great to have a recipe that can be prepared in advance and ready to go when you actually have time. The dough for these cookies can be made now and placed in the freezer when you have time to bake. Which is perfect if you like to prepare ahead of time for Valentine’s Day.
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How to Make Chocolate Ravioli
I think I would skip the meal and go right straight to dessert, if I saw this on the menu. I might even skip the meal all together and have two helpings of dessert. Skip dessert on Valentine’s and surprise your sweetheart with this decadent dessert. This would be great for a brunch or a chocolate night. I think I … Read More ...
Dark Chocolate Cherry Scones
Every time I go to a bakery, I always have the scone. I’m afraid to make them at home, because I’m afraid they’ll be hard as a hockey puck. Kind of like biscuits, they never seem to come out flaky and buttery. I think I overwork the dough, but I digress. This would be great for a brunch. You could … Read More ...
Bento box – Cheese and Carrot Coins
Sometimes you have to make the foods interesting again. Yes, it’s so much easier to just pack some carrots in a bag or get the pre-cut cheese slices to throw in the lunch pail. But it can be boring after awhile. These food coins kind of remind me of an item you would find in a Bento box. You could … Read More ...
Mini Heart Cookies
Here are some cute cookies for Valentine’s Day or any day. These would be good anytime you feel like showing your loved ones that you love them. These are really easy to make, since they are made with store bought pie crust and strawberry jam. Of course, you could make them with homemade stuff, but when you are in a … Read More ...
How To Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries Tutorial
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, you will always see roses and chocolate covered strawberries. Both items can be very expensive around Valentine’s. I know never to expect roses for Valentine’s Day, I might be surprised with some the day after. I’m not picky about what day I get flowers, it’s the thought that counts, and I have flowers to … Read More ...
Oreo Frogs
I don’t know why, but I just can’t help but smile looking at these cute frogs! Add a little candy heart
and they would be adorable for Valentine’s Day. Plus, it would be a fun treat to make with the kids. All the items are store bought, so you can surprise your kids with some fun kitchen time over the … Read More ...
Easy Triple Layer Fudge
Here is an easy gift to create for Valentine’s Day! You have plenty of time to do a test run to make sure it is perfect for your loved one or for yourself. Your kids could make it and give some to their friends for Valentine’s Day. And of course every game day table needs something sweet to enjoy. You … Read More ...
Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars
If I was Superman, this would be my kryptonite! It also reminds of a candy bar that I love called Twix! I love shortbread and the addition of chocolate and caramel turns the shortbread into heaven! These would make a great hostess gift or even a Valentine’s Day gift! Would it be wrong to give myself a box of these … Read More ...
Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
I tend to do a lot of baking in the winter! It helps to warm up the house and it can be miserable and depressing outside, so I bake my own sunshine. These cookies can be made anytime, but they can also be turned into cookies for Valentine’s. As you see in the picture, just add a chocolate heart to … Read More ...
Spicy Cioppino
December ended with some warm temperatures and it was nice till this weekend. Then old man winter decided we needed a reminder of how harsh and cold he can be. Temperatures below zero and wind chills making us feel even colder, I’ll be staying inside as much as I can. This soup sounds like a good addition to my hibernation. … Read More ...
Seared Shrimp Vindaloo with Vegetables
I feel it is still a little early for Valentines items, but I figured it wouldn’t be too early if you are planning a healthy romantic dinner at home. A reminder that Valentine’s Day is on Saturday this year, so if you do plan on going out, then you want to make sure you get reservations early.
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Buffalo Chicken Bites
If you have already started to eat healthy, but would like to cheat a little, then these buffalo chicken bites are for you. You can settle your craving, while behaving with one of these bites. These would be great appetizers for Superbowl Sunday or even Valentine’s Day. I just might make them for the next teenage invasion.
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