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Five Ways to Use Pesto This Summer

Pesto is an excellent way to add flavor to meals. Because it is often a bit expensive, here are a few tips for using it all up in a variety of tasty summer dishes. Cooking with Pesto I love cooking with Pesto because it is in my opinion, delicious - be it basil, sun-dried tomato, mint, or otherwise. Basil pesto, in particular, is an excellent complement to many foods and is even very easy to make at home (mix in a processor two cups packed basil, one clove of garlic, four teaspoons olive oil, a half cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and a handful of walnuts or sunflower seeds). If you want to grow your own basil make sure you read my tips for growing basil. Store-bought versions can get...

The Best Veggies To Grill This Summer

by Karen Mendes | Grilling Recipes, Recipes, Summer, Vegetable Recipes | 1 Comment

The Best Veggies To Grill This Summer Warmer weather and long summer days are the perfect combinations for firing up the grill. Although you can most certainly grill year-round, many people like to take advantage of the outdoors when they have more daylight and fresh produce to use up in favorite dishes. Plus, grilling is an excellent way to avoid being stuck in a hot kitchen while preparing warm meals. Besides, grilling in your backyard pairs well with any social situations. A lot of people consider the grill as a way to perfect their favorite meats, but it is much more versatile in what it can cook. Many vegetarians are well versed in just how great a grill can make veggies taste, but...

20 Dessert Recipes Perfect for Summer

by Karen | Dessert Recipes, DIY, Recipes, Summer | 2 Comments

I don't know very many people who don't absolutely swoon over great desserts. Summer is all about bright colors cold drinks, and ice cream. It's only fitting that the perfect summer desserts fit in to one of those famous summer categories. Check below for 20 dessert recipes that scream, "It's summer!" 20 Dessert Recipes Perfect for Summer Fruit Pizza | Mrs. Happy Homemaker - This fruit pizza is absolutely adorable and not only taste great but is healthy for you! Very Berry Cheesecake Salad | The Recipe Critic - If you don't like the crust on a cheesecake, try this dip with whatever type of cracker you would like! No-Bake Summer Berry Cheesecake | The Chew - Baking in the summer can...

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...

12 Back to School Lunch Ideas

by Karen | DIY, Kid Stuff, Lunch Recipes, Recipes, Summer | 0 Comments

I know some of you are getting ready to send your kids back to school. Whether it's all week in school or hybrid they will most likely need to take lunch to school. Some schools are making the kids eat in their classrooms. So if you have to make lunches this year here are some creative school lunch ideas to make it fun for the kids. These are 12 of my favorite school lunch ideas. 12 Back to School Lunch Ideas Turkey Wraps | The Simmsworks Family – Ditch the traditional sandwich! Send your kid to school with a healthy tortilla wrap! Baked Corn Dog Muffins | Lick the Bowl Good – These are not just for Super Bowl Sunday! These little hot dog treats are perfect for a cute lunch! Peanut...

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...

Oreo Caramel Apples Recipe

by Karen Mendes | Fall, Halloween, Recipes, Snack Recipes | 0 Comments

Looking for a quick yet fun after school treat for the kids that you can whip up in no time? How about oreo caramel apples? I bet the kids would love them and knowing there is an apple underneath all that oreo caramel goodness, will make me happy. Try these Oreo Caramel Apples any day or for your Halloween party! Oreo Caramel Apples Recipe The best apple to use in this recipe is a Pink Lady apple. Before you start you must prepare the apple. First remove the wax coating from the apples by dipping them in boiling water mixed with a splash of vinegar for a few seconds. Remove and dry them and then allow them to cool completely. Next, push the round stick into the bottom of...

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.

Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipe : Mashed Potatoes with Horseradish and Sour Cream

by Karen Mendes | Recipes, Side Dish Recipes | 0 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! Did someone say 'Where are the mashed potatoes?' Well, here they are and these guys are whipped with horseradish and sour cream. Yeah! Come back tomorrow for another side dish recipe! Full recipe here. Photo credit Jennifer from Savor the Thyme.

M&M Caramel Apples Recipe

by Karen Mendes | Fall, Halloween, Recipes, Snack Recipes | 0 Comments

I love candy apples and so do my girls. Yesterday I shared a recipe for Oreo Caramel Apples and today I have another candy apple recipe - M&M Caramel Apples! These M&M Caramel Apples are super simple to make and the kids will have fun helping you add the M&M's! M&M Caramel Apples The best apples to use in this recipe is a Pink Lady apple. Before you start you must prepare the apple. First remove the wax coating from the apples by dipping them in boiling water mixed with a splash of vinegar for a few seconds. Remove and dry them and then allow them to cool completely. Next, push the round stick into the bottom of each apple. This recipe makes 8 large apples. Caramel...

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