Is it me or does it seem like kids will eat anything you put on a stick? It could be something they would never think to try before; but you put it on a stick and it looks appealing. I’m picky about eating the same thing for lunch all the time, so maybe these ideas will get me out of … Read More ...
Pizza Bite Pops
In the restaurant world, the meals seem to be getting bigger and more than than average person should eat. Luckily, in the real world, things are getting smaller. I don’t know if it’s because they look cuter for entertaining or just people are tired of the big size. I love these pizza bites and all Nikki Gladd did was put … Read More ...
Mini Chicken Caesar Taco Boats
Like Annette at The Wanderlust Kitchen, I love things small. Especially my food. It keeps me from overeating or feeling like I wasted so much food. I wish more restaurants would get on the bandwagon. Okay, off my soapbox. Who doesn’t like tacos? We do love the El Paso Boat shells and I wasn’t aware that there was a mini … Read More ...
Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Sticks
Hello Sunday night football snack! I mean wouldn’t these be a great treat for the kids after school or if they have a friend over. The best thing is you can skip the pepperoni and have just cheese or create one with veggies. You can also warm up some marina sauce for dipping. I think I’ll make these for our … Read More ...
Daisy Pretzel Bites
I’m addicted to these pretzel bites, there are so many varieties that you can make for every holiday. Plus, it is easy to stock up on M&Ms and Kisses after each holiday, when they go on sale. These work great for Spring and also a cute treat the kids can make for Mother’s Day. Have a spring party, put them … Read More ...
Homemade Cracker Jack Popcorn
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 ...
Apple Nachos
I guess I’m slow to this craze, but I’m definitely going to try these apple nachos. What a great snack when you are need of an energy boost. I might even use this as a dessert for the Super Bowl. You need something light after all the heavy food that you ate earlier. This would be a great snack for … Read More ...
Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies
I love Nutella! For the most part, I eat it by the spoonful. When I have a chocolate craving, I grab a spoon and dunk it in the jar and I’m a happy camper. That one big spoonful is enough to get me through the rest of my day. And it is a big, big spoonful! We just got lucky … Read More ...
Steak and Cheese Stuffed Pretzel Bites
Are you watching football this weekend? My team is out of it already, but that won’t stop me from watching football. Since I started writing these posts, I was told that we need to try some of the new recipes for the Superbowl. I can’t get away with the usual nachos, chips and dips and pizza anymore. This might be … Read More ...
Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
This year we didn’t get to carve our pumpkins or decorate for Halloween.
I still want the seeds before we throw the pumpkins out in the woods near the backyard for the animals to enjoy. We break them up and put bird seed in them for the birds to enjoy before the long cold winter.
I never seem to get … Read More ...
Frankenstein Fruit Roll-Ups
Here is another cool snack you and the kids can make before they devour them. You need some Fruit Roll-Ups, marshmallows, black decorating icing and other desirable candies for decorating. Oops! Forgot the lollipop sticks to place them on. Great for after school snack, or a Halloween party.
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Witch’s Broomstick Snacks
Hocus, Pocus the broom is now a snack.
These are cute and healthy snacks that you can prepare for your kids for a party or after school. I think I might enjoy some of these myself. Robin Gagnon from Mom Foodie takes cheese sticks, pretzels and chives and creates these cute little witch’s brooms that are sure to disappear. She … Read More ...
Homemade Microwave Potato Chips
Love salty snacks? Did you think you could make chips in the microwave? Skeptical?
All the above for me, but Nicole Harris from Wonky Wonderful has the recipe to make crispy chips in the microwave. She uses a mandoline to cut the chips.
If you have never used a mandoline, be very careful. I got a very small individual … Read More ...
Super Bowl Snack Time Show
Super Bowl Sunday is next week!
This year I don’t have a team to cheer for so I will enjoy watching the commercials and half time show. Plus, I can go to bed early if I want to! Here are some additional snacks to have at your party! Some of these sites have additional recipes that you might also be … Read More ...
25 Low Fat Snacks Recipes
Happy New Year! May your year be filled with good health, prosperity and creative eating. Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? I try not to set myself up for failure. I have a real hard time with new habits! For many it is to eat healthier and exercise more. If you plan on eating healthier, let me help you … Read More ...