We had a wonderful Thanksgiving vacation. We actually stayed at home for once! It was so nice to have some time at home together as a family. On Thanksgiving morning we got up early and ran the Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk in Springfield. Corey did a great job. I brought my yellow lab, ...
This is a very simple recipe that I got from my friend Becky. The boys always request it on Thanksgiving.Ingredients1 pkg frozen corn1 pkg cream cheese (I use fat free)1 stick butter or margarineDirectionsPut all ingredients in the crock pot on low for 4 hours. Stir occasionally. ...
My package from my partner in the Winter Sassy Apron Swap arrived on Friday afternoon! I got a cute holiday themed apron, a cookie magazine, and a Christmas tree cookie cutter. Thanks, Amy! I will put them to use during my holiday cookie baking with my son. :) ...
This is my alternative to pumpkin pie, which I'm embarrassed to admit that I just really don't care for that much. I know it goes against Thanksgiving tradition to not have pumpkin pie, but once you try this dessert, you'll see why I like it so much! :)IngredientsBase layer:1 box ...
I had a great weekend this week. I went to the movies with my family on Friday, my boys both placed in the 5K race they ran Saturday morning, I sewed a new apron and bag for door prizes, and I got to host a Pampered Chef party at my house (see my 200th post for pics of these things). ...
This is a wonderful, hot spiced drink for cold days.Ingredients2 ½ cups cranberry juice drink1 ½ cups water1 cup orange juice¼ cup sugar (I use Splenda)1 cinnamon stick4 whole cloves6 tea bagsDirectionsCombine cranberry juice, water, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves in ...
These are simply sinful! They go great with soups.Ingredients1/2 lb grated sharp cheddar cheese1/4 lb butter, softened1 1/2 cups flour, sifted1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika3 teaspoons water DirectionsCream cheese and butter. Add dry ingredients and water. Refrigerate for ...
Great dip to use with cocktail bread, veggies, etc. I make it a bit healthier by using nonfat sour cream and nonfat Miracle Whip.Ingredients2 jars (6 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts, drained a chopped1 package (10 ounces) frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained1 ...
This is a very rich, very sweet, very chocolatly dessert! Ingredients1 (19.8 ounce) package brownie mix1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix1/2 cup water1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed1 (12 ounce) container ...
Rich, chocolate fun on a stick. :)Ingredients1 pkg (18-21 oz) fudge brownie mix (plus ingredients to make brownies)24 candy canes (I used lollipop sticks instead)10 oz chocolate-flavored almond barkAdditional decorations such as red jimmies (optional)Directions1. Line Medium Sheet ...
Ingredients2 cups water24 fresh asparagus spears (about 1 pound), trimmed1 package (8 ounces) fat free cream cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (17-1/4 ounces) frozen puff pastry dough, thawed1/4 cup egg substituteDirectionsIn a large nonstick skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; ...
Well, I didn't quite get to all of my meals this week due to some evening activities going later that I had hoped, so you will see some repeats from last week's menu. Hopefully I will do better this week. I only have to do one computer workshop, and the boy only has scouts, both ...
I know everyone already has this recipe and knows it by heart, but I like to have all of my recipes together in one place, so I'm posting the original Rice Krispie Treats recipe on my blog. That way, if I need my son to make some for me, I can just tell him to go to the blog and ...
Ingredients2 lbs ground beef1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon seasoning salt1 (2 ounce) package onion soup mix (for 3 or 4 servings)6 cups boiling water1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce1 tablespoon soy sauce1 cup celery, sliced1 cup sliced ...
Ingredients3 eggs1 cup molasses1 cup brown sugar3 1/2 cups flour1 tablespoon baking soda1 tablespoon ground cloves1 tablespoon ground ginger1/2 lb butter, melted1 cup hot water DirectionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and refrigerate until ready ...
Super easy and very tasty!Ingredients:4 chicken breasts1 Tbsp olive oil4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, divided4 Tbsp honey1 tsp garlic salt with parsley flakes1/2 tsp coarsely ground pepperDirections:Heat grill over medium heat. Pound chicken breasts down to uniform thickness throughout ...
Think of it as mac and cheese deluxe!Ingredients:1 lb vermicelli or angel hair pasta (cook following directions)3 C cubed cooked chicken5 C (20 oz) shredded sharp cheddar cheese (I use reduced fat and only use an 8oz block that I shred myself)Italian seasoning (use generously)SaltPepper1 ...
I am finishing a very nice weekend. :) Friday night we went to Silver Dollar City where Corey ran the Run to the Lights 5K. He did a great job and had a lot of fun. The race starts at 10:00 p.m. after the park closes, so it's kind of neat to watch all of the runners in the park ...
Ingredients4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil4 chicken breasts, pounded out and cut into bite-sized piecessalt & freshly ground black pepper3 garlic cloves, chopped2 large onions, thinly sliced1 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 (28 ounce) can pasta-style chunky tomatoes1 quart ...
Pumpkin and cream cheese - need I say more?FILLING1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened1 large egg2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons grated lemon peelMUFFINS1 (14 oz.) package Pillsbury® Pumpkin Quick Bread3/4 cup milk2 tablespoons Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil1 large egg3 tablespoons ...
These are very tasty mashed potatoes that are great to use when you just don't have time to make them fresh. It really helps me to be able to prepare them ahead of time and then have them ready to go on busy school nights.Ingredients9 potatoes, peeled and cubed6 ounces cream cheese1 ...
Living in Branson, Missouri for over ten years has made me have the "Christmas itch" rather early each year. In Branson, the Christmas lights go up the day after Halloween and all of the shows start their holiday season. So, I got in the habit of putting up my decorations rather ...
Ingredients: 4 lean boneless pork chops 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's Healthy Request Cream of Mushroom Soup 1/2 cup skim milk 1 pkg. (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing mix Paprika Ranch-Style Rice (an option side, not included in nutrition information) Directions: Heat the ...
Ingredients:1 lb. ground beef1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Tomato Soup1 1/2 cups water1/4 of a 1-pound package uncooked medium shell-shaped pastaDirections:Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high ...
This is an amazing recipe! I'm not sure that I'll ever make traditional stuffing again!Ingredients1/2 pkg. (17.3 oz.) Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet)2 eggs1 tbsp. water1/2 lb. bulk pork sausage (I use turkey sausage)1 cup Pepperidge Farm® Herb Seasoned Stuffing (I ...
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