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Valentine Exchange Ideas
I got invited to a really fun “Girls only” Valentine Exchange Party this last week. It was so fun!! I have never been to one so I had no idea what to bring. Basically the idea is you invite some ladies over (I think we had about 19-20 gals at ours), and each one brings that many Valentines to the exchange (so I brought 20+ of the same Valentine). So today I wanted to share with you what I took – an Individually Wrapped Cupcake! I also have some pictures of the other cute Valentines that were exchanged. *These are so fun and easy to make! Just bake or buy some gourmet cupcakes!…
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Veggie Bars Recipe
I love to make a yummy snack for activities or parties. I made these last week for a baby shower I went to. Everyone loved them, I had lots of requests for the recipe, so here it is… Veggie Bars Recipe: Ingredients: 2 packages refrigerated crescent rolls 2 – 8oz. packages of cream cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 pkg. ranch salad dressing assortment of veggies (broccoli, mushrooms, green onions, celery, carrots) shredded cheddar cheese (I like to shred it with a thin shredder) 1. Roll out crescent rolls flat on an 11×15 baking sheet. Bake according to package directions. Until golden brown. Then let cool. 2. Blend mayo and softened…
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Frozen Strawberry Dessert Recipe
This is one of my favorite Strawberry Desserts! It’s my mom’s delicious dessert recipe… Frozen Strawberry Dessert This recipe is so yummy! With the summer fast approaching this is the perfect recipe to keep on hand. Give it a try and let me know what you think… Ingredients: For the Crust- 2 cups Flour 1/2 cup Brown Sugar 1 cup Butter – Softened to room Temperature 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (I like to use pecans) For the Middle- 16 oz. tub Cool Whip 3 oz. Cream Cheese 1 cup Powdered Sugar 1 tsp. Vanilla Topping- 24 oz. tub Sweetened Frozen Strawberries OR – 3-4 cups Fresh Strawberries, sweetened Directions: To…
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Father’s Day Shirt and Tie Cake (or Men’s Bithday Cake Idea)
Father’s Day is just around the corner. If you are trying to think of a fun treat to make I’ve got the perfect idea for you…a Shirt and Tie cake. It’s really simple to make too! You will need: Marshmallow Fondant (find recipe HERE) 9×13 cake (We just baked a yellow box cake flipped upside down on foil covered box) White frosting (I just buy some in the little tub at the store) Food Coloring (I used Blue for the tie) Tools: Rolling pin, stencil, button, knife. (see below) Steps: Bake your 9×13″ cake and flip face down onto foil covered box. Frost with white frosting. Make your marshmallow fondant, reserve some…
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Cinco de Mayo Recipes
Don’t forget Cinco de Mayo is in just a couple days away. On Monday in fact. If you are looking for some yummy Cinco de Mayo recipes or food ideas, I’ve got yah covered. Here are a couple recipes you’re gonna love, perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo! First off, here is my yummy Pico de Gallo Recipe. It is hard not to eat the whole bowl in one sitting!! Next up, a simple Guacamole Recipe. YUMMY! Oh and I teach you how to cut an Avocado! And here’s the perfect meal for dinner…. My Award Winning Crockpot Chili. Last time I made you Chili I tried this Corn Bread…
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Pico de Gallo Recipe
This is my absolute favorite recipe for making Pico De Gallo Pico de gallo is like a chunky salsa. It is so yummy! In this post I will show you step by step, with pictures, how to make pico de gallo. Come, follow along… Ingredients: 7-8 Roma Tomatoes 1/2 a sweet onion 1/4 bunch of cilantro 2 tbls. lime juice salt to taste Instructions: 1. First cut your onion in some small slices and place in a food processor and chop. I use this small food processor… (click on the image to see it on Amazon) Once your onion is chopped, place in a medium sized bowl. 2. Next, we are…
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St. Patricks Day Ideas: Crafts, Food, Gifts and More…
Just wanted to share some fun ideas I’ve found for St. Patrick’s Day, from awesome Bloggers like you! Including Kids Crafts, Treats and Gift ideas, Dinner and Dessert Ideas and more! Happy Saint Patrick’s Day everyone. Here are some fun Craft Ideas for the kids… A Cereal Rainbow craft from One Artsy Mama. Rainbow Chain Craft from Sassy Dealz. Lepre-Cuties from Happy Home Fairy. Fingerprint Rainbow Pot from Sassy Dealz. Rainbow Wand Tutorial from Icing Designs. Here are some fun Treats and Gift Ideas… (great for Teachers, Friends, Loved Ones) St. Patrick’s Day Rainbows from Our Best Bites. St. Patty’s Day Gift Bottles from The Idea Room. St. Patty’s Basket from Home…
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Guacamole Recipe and Tips on How to Cut an Avocado
I love Guacamole with chips! The key to making Guacamole is knowing how to cut an avocado. Today I am going to show you how to cut an avocado quickly and easily and make a simple guacamole dip that everyone will love…. How to cut an Avocado: First I have to tell you about this awesome tool I use to cut my Avocados. My husband bought it for me for Christmas last year and I love it!! I can make a batch of Guacamole or dice some avacodo slices for a sandwich in no time at all. It does everything you need to cut an avocado; it cuts it in half,…
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Super Easy 1-Hour Breadstick Recipe
By: Megan I know that using yeast intimidates some people. However, this recipe is so easy that you can’t go wrong. I make this recipe all the time and love making it when I take dinners to friends. It is my most requested recipe. People can’t believe they are homemade! This is a recipe of my moms. I wrote down the ingredients years ago, but I had to watch her make them so I could learn how to do it. My family gobbles them up. My kids will eat them for all 3 meals if I have leftovers. And it doesn’t take a lot of time – so…
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Irish Soda Bread Recipe
Irish Soda Bread A couple of years ago I was searching for a new recipe to make for St. Patrick’s day and I came across Irish Soda Bread. IT IS AWESOME! Now I make it every year for St. Patrick’s Day and a few other times during the year as well. It’s super easy and delicious. It’s a quick bread so there isn’t a rising time involved which is great when you’re in a hurry. There are lots of different recipes out there and some claim to be more authentic than others but this is our families personal favorite. Irish Soda Bread Recipe Servings: about 12 Ingredients 3 cups of…
