Cupcakes Kids Will Not Waste
For the past four years, I've attended my fair share of little kid birthday parties. I've observed and experienced that no matter how delicious the cake tastes or doesn't taste, it's the icing that gets all the attention. Party after party, I watch kids ONLY eat the frosting off their cupcakes. Leaving behind a half eaten, crumbly lump of sweet bread. Now, I'm just as much a kid as the next kid. ... More...
By Jill | 3 comments | Full Recipe...Rice Crispy Sweet Treats
My son has requested this sweet treat for his 8th birthday party this weekend. I realize this recipe is on every rice cereal box and marshmallow bag known to man. And I'm not here to post a new twist on a old recipe. Heck, I say, "if it's not broke, don't fix it!" If fact, I have a real beef with all the ways this recipe is written. I've never been able to remember the ratio of butter to marshmallow... More...
By Jill | 3 comments | Full Recipe...My Kids Fav Food: Black Bean Nachos
I make black bean nachos EVERYDAY for my picky daughter. She's four and 3/4 years old. She has loved and eaten black beans since she was one. I kid you not. Oh sure, she eats other foods, but she always wants something involving black beans for at least one meal a day. She's particularly fond of Ranch Style Black Beans, so am I. I've made many attempts to cook black beans but I can't get... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
When trying to decide what to make for lunch, sometimes the simplest foods are easily overlooked. The grilled cheese sandwich isn't cutting edge, but it is total comfort food. HERE'S WHAT MY KIDS LOVE 4 slices whole wheat bread 1/2 to 2/3 cup finely shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, softened Heat up the griddle pan on medium heat. Toast bread on pan until... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Roasted Garlic Hummus
I served up a zesty batch of hummus to share with friends for New Year's eve. I used a combination of recipes that I thought would give a traditional flavor. It was my first time to make it and I only had a few memories of really good hummus to go on. The roasted garlic is my favorite part of this recipe. It's super easy to roast garlic. Going the extra step to prepare it was well worth it.... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Leftover Potatoes and Broccoli
Sometimes there's too much of one leftover. Do you get that occasionally? Last week's party left us with a bit too much mashed potatoes to eat. I started our nights of leftovers with this recipe. It's so super simple, I almost didn't post it. However, it was tasty, comforting, nutritious, and my kids ate it up. Therefore, it qualifies for a posting. HERE'S ALL YOU NEED TO DO leftover... More...
By Jill | 4 comments | Full Recipe...Potato Cakes, Take One
My friend, Ben over at What's Cooking? got my mouth watering for potato cakes last week. We share the same puzzle to figure out how his Mom and my Memaw made potato cakes. I don't recall watching Memaw make them, but I sure remember eating them. They were crunchy from being fried. They had bits of finely chopped onion throughout, and they were thick. At least 3/4 inch thick. Now, I know... More...
By Jill | 4 comments | Full Recipe...Creamy Potato Soup
This is the BEST POTATO SOUP I have ever made. Traditionally, I use bacon and the drippings in the recipe, but this time I left it out. I made this soup because both my kiddos are under the weather. Something creamy, warm, and simple, full of nutrition but not heavy on the tummy was just what my family needed. What kid doesn't like mashed potatoes? I asked myself. ... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
My family has been under the weather this past week. You know, it's one thing for me to feel yucky, it's a real bummer to see my kids and husband feeling low. I wanted to make them feel better, give them something soothing, warm, creamy and full of goodness. So, I made chicken noodle soup! I didn't have a particular winning recipe to work from, so I read through a couple of cookbooks to get... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Friday Night Pizza
Just about every weekend, we eat pizza. To keep the meal fresh and fun, I mix up the toppings from week to week. Pizza out is okay every once and a while, pizza at home is the best! I buy the ready made crispy crusts. We like Mama Mary's Pizza Crusts Thin & Crispy, actually. Max & Maggie have a blast building their own pizza. I like it too, because they seem to eat more when they've made... More...
By Jill | 6 comments | Full Recipe...An Unusual Apple Recipe
Apples are not only delicious, they make a happy centerpiece on the dining table. My family and friends took such notice of my no-budget decorative idea and loved the simplicity, I thought I should share it with you. We have a beautiful Red Oak in our front yard and it's fun to watch it change colors in the Fall. I sent the kids out on a mission to find the prettiest leaves they could find. Naturally,... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Mexican Stack Salad
I devoured a Mexican Stack salad for lunch. It has an odd combination of ingredients, but MAN, IT IS GOOD! The Mexican Stack Salad is perfect for pot luck gatherings. If you have enough guests attending, each person picks one or two ingredients to bring to the meal. HERE'S ALL YOU NEED FOR THIS TASTY SALAD 2 pounds cooked ground beef with taco seasoning 2 pounds cooked ground beef with taco seasoning... More...
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