Are you looking for a REALLY easy and REALLY quick dinner on a week night? Look no further! A fan favorite in our house is mini hot dogs! It's a take on something that I had a lot as kid myself. All you need are two things and a few minutes! Here's what you need: one package of mini hotdogs 1 tube of crescent rolls Cut the crescent roll triangles into three triangles. Each tube comes with 12 large triangles, so when you are done cutting them you will end up with a total of 36. Roll up a mini hot dog into each of the triangles (my kids love to help with this part!). Then place in the oven at 375F for about 8-10 minutes. You can also add other ingredients into the hot dog roll ups. Some people put a little piece of cheese in them and I have even heard of people putting a little bit of salsa too. … [Read more...]
Easter Peep Basket- Pinned it, Did it
The other day I was drooling over Pintrest posts (and I only say drooling because in all honesty I am obsessed with that site! I love the fabulous ideas people have, I love to see what people have done and figure out ways to improve upon them, and frankly I love to organize them). I saw the cutest Peep basket on there and immediately thought of my grandpa! The 83 year old man has a mean sweet tooth and he can put away several Peeps in one sitting. Thing is though, he doesn't like them fresh and soft....he likes them stale and chewy or almost hard. Goofy man! He came over to our house last week after my lil' princess had her surgery to meet my lil' king at the bus stop and I thought I'd surprise him with a Peep basket as a thank you for his help! Oh man he was so excited!!! It was really easy to do. I simply spent $2 at the dollar store (1 for the basket and 1 for the Easter grass). We had some sticks and Peeps already purchased and waiting for us at home. We filled the basket … [Read more...]
Best Ever- Spring cookies
I'm going to let you in on a little tip.....ok, more like a secret. My grandma's recipe book was given to me before she passed away (I begged her for it, and since I'm the only one in the family who cooks and bakes she ablidged) and I found the most amazing, tasty, fabulous recipe for cut out cookies. They are really easy and bake up incredibly fluffy. Here's the recipe: Mix the dry ingredients together first: 1 3/4 C sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 1/2 baking soda pinch of salt 5 1/4- 5 1/2 C flour In a large bowl mix your wet ingredients: 1 C butter, softened 2 eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 C sour cream Add your dry ingredients to the wet and mix well. Sprinkle POWDER SUGAR (yup, you read that right...not flour) on the surface and roll out your dough. Bake the cookies at 350 for around 8 minutes (give or take a couple based upon your individual oven). Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Pintrest Inspiration- St. Patty’s Day Tasty Treats
Because Jamie and I are busy taking care of our daughters this week (post surgeries) we are bringing you a week of fun Pintrest inspirations. 1. How did we not think of this idea?!?! Shamrock green pepper snacks from Glorious Mischief . Hello, where have we been? 2. These Irish inspired hats have all the things necessary for eating...marshmallows, cookies and chocolate. Stop by The Cake Blog for instructions. 3. Green pancakes for breakfast! Yup! I'm adding this one to my list indeed. Thoughtfully Simple came up with this one. I've done the pink heart shaped pancakes for Valentines but this one is awesome. 4. You know how I feel about fun lunches if you have been reading our blog for more than a day. This one "takes the cake!" I think I am adding GlorysMischief to my "to read" list. 5. Um, yum....need I say more? Easy to make and it looks so incredibly good! My kids will devourer this for sure! Thanks for sharing this This Mama Loves. 6. Ok, now I have to bust out … [Read more...]
Chicken Broccoli and Rice Dinner Made Easy
With some activity going on every evening during the week this month, dinner is not something I have been focusing on nor have been wanting to make. I'm always on the look-out for quick and easy meals and Minute® Rice has become a staple in my cupboard for those meals. One of my family's favorite Minute® Rice dinners is Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice. Only 5 ingredients and 1 pan this recipe can't get any easier. Substitute some of the cooking time and effort with pre-cooked chicken and you've made a super simple and really quick meal. Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces 1 can chicken broth (14.5 oz) 2 cups Minute® Rice (uncooked) 1/2 lb (8 oz) of prepared cheese product cut into 1/2 inch cubes (we use Velveeta®) 1 package (10 oz) of frozen broccoli chopped and thawed Directions: 1) Cook chicken in a large non-stick skillet on medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until chicken is done. 2) Add broth and bring to a … [Read more...]
Cake Batter Brownie Blondies–Pinned it, Did it!
I saw these cake batter brownies on Pinterest and knew they'd be a perfect Easter treat. Plus, the caption stated, "All the pinners said they're to die for." I made a special trip to the store just for the ingredients so Tottie and I could make them. Tottie was so excited and couldn't wait! She put on her apron and chef hat and we got to work... We followed the directions on how to make these delicious treats and began to mix...(please note that these are not the original directions we followed. As of 5/15/14 the original link does not work. The recipe is essentially the same) I started wondering why the batter was a sticky, marshmallow fluff consistency and became a bit skeptical of it. My skepticism turned out to be correct because after I got the brownies in the oven and they were half-way done, I realized I forgot the milk! (Ugh, Lindsi and I have been having a really hard time following directions in our Pinned it, Did it! posts lately.) I'm pretty sure that little … [Read more...]
