So I was kind a intimidated by these pretzel rolls...because why mess with perfect?! And that's why I was intimidated...I didn't want to mess with the perfect. So I didn't. I just took some other ingredients and added to the perfection. Pretzels are just such a simple food. With a little spicy mustard or cheese sauce. Snack time perfection....but I was hoping to … [Read more...]
Dipped Pretzel Sticks and Gift Tags
We absolutely adore our children's teachers and the other wonderful personnel at their school so the kids helped me whip up these Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Sticks for them, then I created these "Merry Christmas" and "Happy Holidays" gift tags to decorate them with. Now the kids are super excited to hand deliver them at school tomorrow! Feel free to download the gift … [Read more...]
Toffee Pretzel Bark
oh. my. if only we could reach through the screen... Toffee Pretzel Bark from Brown Eyed Baker i'm drooling... … [Read more...]
Homemade Soup Mix in a Jar
Photo Credit We've talked an awful lot about sweet edible holiday treats this week...so I thought I'd throw in a savory option too! Multigrain Chicken Soup Rainbow Bean Soup Texas 2 Step Soup We'd love for you to share your favorite homemade soup mix recipe! Feel free to leave a link in the comments... … [Read more...]
Hot Chocolate Mix Gifts Your Kids Can Make!
Just four ingredients. Plus one or more children equal a fun time making hot chocolate mix for gifts. At our house we abandoned store-bought individual hot chocolate packets long ago. Only because we needed more. When the temperature dipped outside, we went through about a box in a day. With this recipe and warehouse-sized containers, we make a frugal, homemade version in … [Read more...]
Mocha Cocoa Mix
For the chocolate & coffee lovers in your life... Mocha Cocoa recipe from My Recipes! … [Read more...]
Double Chocolate Brownie Mix in a Jar
For all your chocolate loving friends...give them one of these :) Coming up with a holiday gift idea for everyone on your list can be a challenge sometimes, but who wouldn't enjoy food in a jar? In my opinion, the best and most practical gifts are those that can be eaten. So stop stressing about all the gifts you have to get this holiday season and start mixing! Baking … [Read more...]
Lemon Pepper Quinoa with Chicken
Our family loves quinoa. Including Tyler (who once tried to lick his bowl clean...the pictures don't lie!) I made this a few weeks ago, during one of those warm spells we had in early November. I was going to just serve a "3-part" meal with some grilled lemon chicken, a side of quinoa and broccoli. I was cutting up chicken pieces for little mouths, it occurred to me that I … [Read more...]
Almost Pay Day Lasagna
Don't fall for the pre cooked lasagna noodles anymore! Because uncooked noodles work JUST as well! Plus that gives it a +5 on the easy factor, and who doesn't like that!? Â Also, it's an easy way to get rid of any cheese bits you have left over. Just throw them all in and it will turn out scrumptious! This got 8 thumbs up in my family. Angie's Almost Pay Day Lasagna Yield … [Read more...]
Ways to Save on Fruits and Veggies
(photo credit) As a registered dietitian, one recommendation that I make to almost all of my patients is to increase the number of fruits and vegetables that they consume. Why? Produce is bursting with nutrients, low in calories and high in fiber. They help control blood sugar and weight while nourishing the body. In fact, research has shown in folks that eat 9-10 servings per … [Read more...]