Karen Mendes

Valentine’s Day Pizza and Ice Cream Sandwiches

by Karen Mendes | Recipes, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 10 Comments

I'm working with Great Value brand products again and this time it's for Valentine's Day! Last week I told you about two recipes my kids and I were going to try this weekend in honor of Valentine's Day and it worked out really well because we were snowed in over the weekend. We had 2 feet of snow which is not normal for us. It was fun and crazy all at once. But the girls loved it and it looked so beautiful! But back to our baking! They love making their own pizza's and the fact that they were shaped like hearts made this so much more fun. I wasn't sure at first if the cookie cutter would cut through the pizza dough but it did and they even kept their shape when cooking. Mini Heart...

Baking with Mike & Ike for Valentine’s Day {fun sugar cookie recipe}

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Recipes, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 16 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Mike & Ike but my opinions are 100% my own! Are you looking to make a fun treat for the kids for Valentine's Day? How about making some cookies with Mike & Ike Passion Mix? These will not only look cute, but the kids will love them. We received some Mike and Ike® Passion Mix and Hot Tamales® Hottie and while they are great just on their own, they are fun to add to cookies. The Mike and Ike® Passion Mix blend includes Paradise Punch, Strawberry, Grape and Cherry flavors. The Hot Tamales® special edition for Valentine’s Day is the classic Cinnamon flavor everyone loves and the box comes ready to gift with a tag fully integrated into the packaging! My...

5 Things For The Perfect Valentine’s Date

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 2 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Yardley London, Instrumental Beauty and Lypsyl but my opinions are 100% my own! I've been out of the dating game for a long time, but that doesn't mean that my husband and I don't still go on dates. While they may be far and few in between, it happens, especially around Valentine's Day. Since we don't get to go out as adults without children very often, I try to do it up as much as I can to make it special and to also feel special. If you are planning for Valentine's Date with either a spouse, significant other, or perhaps someone new, this is for you. 5 Things For The Perfect Valentine's Date The Perfect Outfit - Whether you are dressing up or dressing down,...

13 Quick Beef Dinners for a Busy Week

by Karen Mendes | Beef Recipes, Dinner, DIY, Kid Stuff, Recipes | 0 Comments

This is a busy time of year for families and who feels like going out to eat on busy evenings!? I have a stash of quick beef dinners that I use this time of year and a lot of them contain beef for a few reasons. First of all, beef is affordable and almost always on sale, my family will eat beef so that's a plus and it's so easy to make. I like to buy a few pounds of beef at a time and brown it all ahead of time then freeze in one-pound bags. Then I can pull it out of the freezer and put it in the fridge in the morning and by the time I'm ready to cook dinner, it's thawed and ready to go. Then I can add it to my favorite recipes. You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for most...

New Years Crack {Recipe}

by Karen Mendes | Recipes | 19 Comments

A few years ago over the holiday season, I tried a new recipe for Christmas Crack. It was delicious and everyone who tried it loved it. What is Christmas Crack you ask? It's a yummy saltine cracker, toffee, and chocolate treat that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. Sounds good right? If you are looking for an easy, inexpensive recipe this is one for you. I found a few variations to the recipe and while I loved the first one, I wanted to try something a little different this time. I also learned a few things with the first batch to do differently the second time around. I like to make this for our family New Years Family Gathering for something different other than leftover...

Magazine Gift Ideas for Kids and Foodies

by Karen Mendes | 2020 Holiday Gift Ideas | 0 Comments

If you are looking for a last-minute, easy gift that will give all year long, I have a few ideas for you. FOR KIDS Magazines make great gifts for anyone. DiscountMags is having a big sale on Kids Magazines that are fun and educational too. They make a great gift because it is something they get all year long! These titles are up to 58% off right now. You can easily send them a card to let them know their gift is on the way. National Geographic Kids 1 Year: $14.95 Ranger Rick 1 Year: $14.99 Ranger Rick Jr. 1 Year: $18.99 Girls Life 1 Year: $10.95 National Geographic Little Kids 1 Year: $18.95 Zoobooks 1 Year: $17.99 Jack & Jill 6 Months: $6.99, 1 Year: $11.99 Babybug 1 Year:...

10 Kitchen Gadgets that Are All About Cooking For Family

by Karen Mendes | General | 0 Comments

Nothing binds a family together like good food. You, therefore, have to invest in making some sumptuous meals for your family. Sometimes preparing delicious meals could be involved and tiresome. However, with the right kitchen gadgets, your family will be enjoying food that tastes better than anything they have ever tasted before. With the best kitchen gadgets, you can save on both time and energy, and the results turn out exceptionally satisfactory. Want to make your kitchen the hub for dishes that leave your palates yearning for more? Read this to the last syllable. 1. Microwave A microwave is one of the kitchen gadgets that can ace various tasks. If you have no space,...

Cains Mayonnaise Printable Coupon

by Karen Mendes | Pantry Items, Printable Coupons | 0 Comments

Are you looking for a Cains Mayonnaise Printable Coupon? Look below for the latest Cains Mayonnaise Printable Coupons. Print a coupon for $1.00/1 Cains Mayonnaise 30 oz jar.* *This coupon may not be available anymore. MORE WAYS TO SAVE Using cashback apps can help you save on health and beauty products in stores. I recommend Ibotta, and Checkout 51. You can also earn gift cards for scanning in your receipts with these apps: Fetch Rewards and Receipt Hog NEED MORE COUPONS? Be sure to check Coupons.com, and SmartSource for more coupons! Please note: Printable coupons have a print limit. Once that limit is met the coupon will no longer be available.

The Ring Magazine Deal

by Karen Mendes | HOT Deals, Magazine Deals | 0 Comments

The Ring Magazine Deal Have a boxing fan in the house? You can subscribe to Ring Magazine for less than $39 per year. The regular cover price is $54 for the year so this is a nice saving. You can order The Ring Magazine Deal at this price by going HERE and enter coupon code KOUPONK at check out to receive the discount. The Ring Magazine is the world's leading publication for all things related to the sport of boxing. Find out about all the events and news in the sport through this periarticle. Each issue includes articles about the World's top boxers, matches, ratings, and more. Stay up to day with boxing by ordering this magazine. Don't want this magazine? You can still save 20% on...

Top 9 Tips to Finding the Best Deals Online in 2021

by Karen Mendes | HOT Deals | 0 Comments

Top 9 Tips to Finding the Best Deals Online in 2021 If you are wondering where to find the best deals online, look no further. With a huge increase in online shopping traffic, the best deals online have never been greater. There is no longer a need to wait in long lines or fight over the latest deals in store. You can relax from the comfort of your own couch and still get the best deals today. All you need to do is go through a few clicks to score a good bargain. Here are some ways to find the best deals online at websites like TheDealExperts. #1. Use Coupon Codes Try to make it a habit of never purchasing something online until you check for available coupons. There are a lot of coupon...

Luscious Cherry Desserts {Recipes}

by Karen Mendes | Dessert Recipes, Recipes | 0 Comments

Luscious Cherry Desserts for the summer time or any time of the year! Dessert.... my family loves dessert! They'd have it before dinner everyday if they could! I didn't grow up eating dessert after dinner but I know a lot of people that did. I'd rather they fill up on nutritious food first and then we can talk about dessert! They disagree. Luscious Cherry Desserts I've compiled 10 Luscious Cherry Desserts for you to try this year. Cherry Fluff | Mom on Time Out - Just a few ingredients and you'll be ready to grab this and go to your next cook out! Cherry Cheesecake In A Jar | Stockpiling Mom - This is perfect to give to your friend with a sweet tooth! Or make for a party and...

Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipe: Roasted Potatoes, Cauliflower and Brussel Sprouts

by Karen Mendes | Recipes, Side Dish Recipes | 3 Comments

Since Thanksgiving is next week, I've asked my good friend Jennifer from Savor The Thyme to share with us some side dish ideas that would go great with you Turkey! For the next few days I'll share one of her recipes that I would certainly serve at my house, and I may actually make some of them too! Whether you like it or not, vegetables are a major part of the Thanksgiving day spread so make it fun with this medley of potatoes, cauliflower and brussel sprouts. Check back tomorrow for the next recipe! Full recipe here. Photo credit Jennifer from Savor the Thyme.

Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipe: Apple Cider Gravy

by Karen Mendes | Recipes, Side Dish Recipes | 1 Comment

Since Thanksgiving is next week, I've asked my good friend Jennifer from Savor The Thyme to share with us some side dish ideas that would go great with you Turkey! For the next few days, I'll share one of her recipes that I would certainly serve at my house, and I may actually make some of them too! Oh gravy! No really, let's talk gravy because if you don't have a good one ready for your guests, there might be a mutiny. This gravy recipe uses apple cider and don't worry if you forgot to save the pan drippings because you don't need them this time. Can't wait to see what's next? Make sure you stop by tomorrow for another great recipe from Jen! Full recipe here. Photo credit Jennifer from...

Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipe: Quick & Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Carrots with Dill

by Karen Mendes | Recipes, Side Dish Recipes, Thanksgiving | 3 Comments

Since Thanksgiving is next week, I've asked my good friend Jennifer from Savor The Thyme to share with us some side dish ideas that would go great with you Turkey! For the next few days, I'll share one of her recipes that I would certainly serve at my house, and I may actually make some of them too! If you want to serve some mashed potatoes but need an alternative to the white variety, consider whipping up some sweet potatoes and carrots with dill. Think of it is a veggie BOGO. Full recipe here. Photo credit Jennifer from Savor the Thyme.

Fall Craft Idea for Kids: Hand and Foot Turkey Craft

by Karen Mendes | DIY, Kid Stuff | 3 Comments

My friend Courtney from The Mod Mommy has some fun fall crafts she has been doing with her children that I thought you may like. The kids will be home for a few days over the Thanksgiving holiday so I thought these might be something fun to do with them while they are home! This is super fun to make and good for kids of all ages. Even the older ones may like making this cute turkey. And if you make them before Thanksgiving you may be able to use them for decorations around your dinner table. Check out this cute Hand and Foot Turkey Craft and a few others she has shared. Thanks to the Mod Mommy for sharing these fun crafts with us. Full instructions here. Photo credit The Mod...

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