Thanks to DairyPure Milk for sponsoring this post. The recipe and opinions are my own. Having hot chocolate is my favorite kind of breakfast. During the Winter months my kids also ask for hot chocolate quite frequently. I'm sure during Winter break drinking hot chocolate together will be a daily occurrence. While the store bought packets are easy and convenient, sometimes it's fun to make some rich and creamy hot chocolate from scratch. Growing up my family would take yearly trips to … [Read more...]
Mint Oreo Cookie in a Cookie
Sometimes my crazy plans actually turn into really yummy recipes. In this case, I wanted to put some mint Oreo's in my FAVORITE chocolate chip cookie base (no chocolate chips) so I tried it. I purchased a box of mini mint Oreo's and went to town! This cute green treat is perfect for St. Patrick's Day! Mint Oreo Cookie in a Cookie Ingredients: 2 1/4 cup flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 1/2 butter/margarine 1/2 shortening 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 granulated … [Read more...]
Oreo O’s Treats
Whether you have had Oreo O's in the past and are excited they are back, or you are trying them for the first time (like me) I have a yummy treat to share. If you are an OREO cookie lover, I predict you will enjoy this cereal. My kids love cereal (and OREOs). They eat it anyway it's served to them - in a bowl with milk, in a bag as a snack, mixed with other favorite things like crackers and marshmallows, or in treat form. This time I decided to take the Oreo O's cereal and turn them into Oreo … [Read more...]
Saturday’s Chicken Recipe
Every week when I'm planning meals for my family I try to include some of my kids' favorite dishes. This week my daughter got to pick one of her favorite dishes which is Saturday's Chicken. I first learned of this recipe from one of my Mom's friends a few years back. Since then this dish is on our calendar a couple times a month and usually at family gatherings as well. It's really good! Saturday's Chicken Ingredients: 1 Pound chicken tenders (or as many will cover the bottom of a 9x13 … [Read more...]
Restaurant Quality Meals at Home with Smithfield
Ever since the birth of my 4th child, I have been struggling to prepare more than just a quesadilla for dinner for my family. When I received the opportunity to work with Smithfield on this sponsored post, I jumped at the chance. I was hopeful that by learning more about the high quality cuts of pork Smithfield sells I would be inspired to once again prepare delicious meals for my family. My family enjoys eating pork but I only have about 3 recipes that I feel comfortable enough to make and … [Read more...]
Grilled Very Berry Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich
I've always been a fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. My husband ate one everyday of his elementary, middle and high school life. My children now take peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to school with them most days. My sandwiches, however, were relatively boring. It wasn't until a recent trip to my parents house where my Mom had made a strawberry/blackberry jam that my eyes were opened to bigger peanut butter and jelly world. This strawberry/blackberry jam was so good, I single … [Read more...]
Baked Spaghetti Pie
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CampaignHashtag #CollectiveBias One of the best things about combining two households after marriage is acquiring new recipe ideas from your spouse. When my husband and I were dating I would eat at his house a lot. This helped me learn some of his favorite meals that his Mom would make. Luckily, his Mom also had assembled two cookbooks of their favorite recipes and other yummy things to … [Read more...]
Easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
May is national strawberry month and what a better way to celebrate than by a super easy strawberry shortcake recipe? My family really likes strawberry shortcake as strawberries are our favorite fruit, so their were shouts of joy when I announced we were having strawberry shortcake for dessert. As a general rule strawberry shortcake is pretty easy all around (unless you are making your own cake) but here is a unique way to prepare it. Since I also just became a Strawberry Shortcake (the … [Read more...]
Sweet Onion Turkey Sandwich
A few years ago we lived in Kansas. During that time we were introduced to the most delicious, homemade salad dressing - a sweet onion vinaigrette. I instantly fell in love with the flavor and so I got the recipe and it made it often for my family. I would make multiple large salads every week so that we could enjoy this delicious dressing. One day my husband and I got in a sandwich mood and we experience sandwich creating magic. All the stars aligned and we created the most delicious sandwich, … [Read more...]
Caramel Candy Bars Recipe
I am a huge caramel lover. The more gooey and sticky the better. Caramel Candy Bars are some of my family's favorite treats! They are pretty easy to make, don't involve any hard steps and they are really impressive when shared with friends. They are perfect for celebrating any holiday or occasion because you can use the holiday color themed M&M's and your set! Caramel Candy Bars Soft and gooey cookie bars. Base and Topping Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar 1 1/2 cups … [Read more...]
The Holiday Hero – Pepto-Bismol #PinkRelief
This post is sponsored by Pepto-Bismol. All opinions are my own. During the holiday time, food is one of the main players in celebrating. With parties and gifts, food is one of the stars of the show! I know I'm super excited about all the meals and treats I will be eating over the next couple of weeks. One of my favorite cookies to put on my goodie plates to give away are Chocolate Crinkle cookies. You know the chocolately cookies coated with powdered? YUM! So I wanted to share the recipe … [Read more...]
Candy Cane Dessert Minis
This post is sponsored by Lunchbox. All opinions are my own. Jello is one of my kid's favorite foods. Luckily for me it's easy to make! As I was searching for some fun new desserts to try this holiday season I came across these Candy Cane Dessert Minis. Are they pretty? This is like a fancy version of plain Jello. I tested this recipe, it's easy and delicious and will be perfect for the White Elephant gift exchange I'm hosting this week! The recipe is easy and only involves … [Read more...]
Green Bean Casserole w/Bacon
Time to start prepping your holiday feast. I know a lot of people have traditional dishes they like to serve. We sure do! But I'm also open to trying some new dishes. Who knows, if they are good they might become tradition. This Green Bean Casserole with Bacon looks and sounds amazing. This is on my Thanksgiving meal list! If you need a Paleo or Clean Eating Holiday Meal Plan they also have that available! Check out eMeals, it's makes a great gift. I gave a subscription to my Mom last … [Read more...]
Pecan-Crusted Fish Fingers
Pecan-Crusted Fish Fingers Ingredients 6 grouper fillets (or catfish) 2 large eggs 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 1/2 cup almond flour 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning 1/2 tsp salt Coconut oil cooking spray Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut fillets crosswise into 1-inch strips. Whisk together eggs and 1/4 cup water. Place egg mixture in a shallow dish. Combine pecans and remaining ingredients in another shallow dish. Dip fish in egg; dredge in pecan mixture. … [Read more...]
Ground Beef Chorizo Burgers
Ground Beef Chorizo Burgers Ingredients 11/4 lb grass-fed ground beef 1/2 lb raw chorizo sausage (or grass-fed ground beef) 1 medium onion, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper 2 Tbsp coconut oil Curly leaf lettuce 3 medium-size tomatoes, thickly sliced Small dill pickles (optional) Instructions Preheat grill to medium-high. Combine ground beef, chorizo, onion, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix just until blended. Shape beef mixture into 6 … [Read more...]
