S’mores Mini Donuts

May 23, 2013 by 4 Comments
Smores Mini Donuts Recipe 1

I am so excited to be a part of the 31 Days of Summer series hosted by my sweet friend McKenzie (you might remember her from this post). Nothing says summer quite like S'mores, right? Right. Today I am excited to be sharing a fun little recipe that's a real winner with the kids! And when I say winner I am really saying, "Hey, this recipe features miniature food and a hands-on experience for your little chef that will totally suck up an afternoon. Not to mention you will seem like the awesomest parent ever...marshmallow on chocolate topped with graham cracker and more chocolate?" Before … [Read more...]

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Bring on the Summer Salads!

May 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Summer Salad Recipes

Spring is in full swing and summer is around the corner. That means it's almost time for the Salt Lake City Farmers Market, and where there's a great farmers market, there's also all the fresh produce your reusable totes can hold. These summer salad recipes are a great way to use the bounty of fruits and vegetables found at the farmers market, grocery store or in your backyard garden. ... ... 12 Summer Salad Recipes ... Southwestern Slaw via Aggie's Kitchen ... Shaved Brussels Sprouts Slaw with Bacon via White on Rice Couple ... Layered Greek-Style Chickpea Salad with … [Read more...]

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Mini Cheesecake Recipe

May 14, 2013 by 1 Comment
Mini Cheesecake Recipe

There are some treats that scream summer to me - popsicles, ice cream and mini cheesecakes. I know what you're thinking. What? Mini cheesecakes? Well, yes. My mom used to make these mini cheese cake tarts every summer, usually around July. She used to top them with cherries and blueberries (patriotic cheesecakes). Yum! It's spring so I changed it up a bit...You've got to try it out! Mini Cheesecake Recipe Ingredients: 1/2 box of Nilla Wafers 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla fruit/chocolate topping Directions Heat oven to 350. Line mini … [Read more...]

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Last Minute Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

May 4, 2013 by 1 Comment
Mother's Day Brunch Ideas

Mother's Day is the perfect occasion for a delightful brunch. This weekend try one of these fantastic breakfast recipes. 15 Mother's Day Brunch Ideas Strawberry Rhubarb and Mascarpone Crepes via Style at Home  Baked French Toast Sticks via Iowa Girl Eats Oreo Pancakes via Minimalist Baker Sparkling Apple Cider Pancakes via Chef in Training Lemon Meringue Pie Stuffed Waffles via Cooking Classy Cookie Dough Waffles via Dine and Dish Blueberry Breakfast Cake via I am Baker Raspberry Apple Breakfast Cake via Tartine and Apron Strings Toasted Coconut Spread via A Spicy … [Read more...]

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Summer Tortellini Salad Recipe

May 2, 2013 by 3 Comments
Summer Tortellini Salad

Utah's weather can be a little crazy...one day it's 45 degrees, while the next it's 80. However, you will find that once we've had one warm day here, we all pretend that it's summer.  Though it was a colder day outside, we're dining like it's in the 90's. Summer Tortellini Salad Recipe Ingredients Cheese tortellini Peppers Grape tomatoes Summer sausage (you could use something stronger, I am just not a spice girl) Parmesan cheese Basil Italian dressing Directions Cook and drain cheese tortellini. (I like to add just a touch of EVOO to the water to ensure that the … [Read more...]

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Artichoke Poppy Seed Cheese Bread

March 25, 2013 by 15 Comments
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I am going to own up. Though I have pinned a ton of ideas on Pinterest, I have never ever really made anything inspired by the site. Please tell meI am not the only one to do this?!? I decided in Januaryif I was going to continue to spend time on Pinterest, I needed to actually use it effectively (i.e. make something I had pinned). It's March, but I have finally made good on my New Year's commitment. I started with a recipe called Bloomin' Onion Bread from the Girl Who Ate Everything. Of course, I changed it up. For the original, which has been pinned hundreds of thousands of times, be … [Read more...]

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Show & Tell Linky No. 36: 10 Sweet Treats

February 12, 2013 by 29 Comments
10 Sweet Treats

Show & Tell Highlights Looking to share a little last-minute Valentine love? How about one of these delicious sweet treats... Hello delicious Scandinavian Oatmeal Strawberries and Cream Cake from Nalle's House. I would like you to jump in my mouth now! I love how easy it can be to update a simple recipe for the holidays. Check out these yummy Valentine's peanut butter blossoms from Todd & Lindsey. How delicious does this taffy apple pizza look from Love Grows Wild? It's healthy because of the apples, right?! I can't think of a kid who wouldn't love these cool whip … [Read more...]

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Super Bowl Party Appetizer – Red Velvet Cheese Ball

January 15, 2013 by 4 Comments
Superbowl appetizer

The Super Bowl is coming up in less than three weeks. It's Sunday, February 3rd, to be exact. Whether you're hosting the big game at your house or watching it somewhere else, finger foods and appetizers are usually the main attraction (besides the commercials, of course!), so I thought I'd share a yummy Super Bowl party appetizer for you to try. For New Year's Eve we went to a friend's house and I made a delicious red velvet cheese ball that you may have seen on Pinterest. It was a huge hit with everyone, so I thought I'd make a variation for the Super Bowl party or any football party—a … [Read more...]

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Fried Potato Wedges Recipe

December 10, 2012 by 2 Comments
Fried potato wedges recipe

Last month I shared a recipe from our annual Halloween dinner. I actually whipped up this fried potato wedges recipe (otherwise known as fried ogre fingers) then, but didn't get a chance to share it. Turns out it's a bit of a kid favorite around here, so it looks like I have another opportunity... Fried Potato Wedges Recipe Ingredients: large potatoes (I used four, but it depends on the size) 4 c. cornflakes oil (for frying) chopped onion (I always go a little light on the onion) salt and pepper (to taste) 1 c. flour 1 tbls. cornstarch 4 tbls. water Directions: Peel and … [Read more...]

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Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe

December 3, 2012 by 2 Comments
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Friday, I shared my go to hot chocolate mix recipe with a peppermint twist. Let's be honest, if you're going to have some peppermint hot chocolate, you've got to top it off with a little whipped cream. Today I thought I would share my go to homemade whipped cream recipe - so much more rich and tasty than the canned stuff.   Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe Ingredients 1 c. heavy whipping cream 2 tps. pure vanilla 2 tblsp. powdered sugar Directions Beat the cream and vanilla in a chilled bowl with a whisk or a mixer until they hold a loose peak. Sift the sugar over the … [Read more...]

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