Spring has officially sprung and summer is only 50 odd days away, so it’s time to start thinking about cool, REFRESHING drinks. Few things are as good as coffee for putting a warm glow in you on a cold winter’s day but what to do when you need a pick me up once the temperature rises? Iced or blended coffees taste great but can be an expensive habit. If you could make it at … [Read more...]
Patty Melt Grilled Cheese
Say goodbye to boring old grilled cheese, make it a meal by adding a little more oomph to it. By oomph I mean ground beef and sauteed onions… I know! Delicious right? This is my version of the traditional patty melt. While I like the flavor of patty melts in general I don’t like the big patty in middle, preferring a more even meat to cheese ratio. We like to dip ours in … [Read more...]
Grilled Cilantro Lime BBQ Party Wings
Party wings, anyone? This is my very favorite way to enjoy hot wings! The BBQ sauce is amazing and the wings are crisp and cooked through and are not greasy at all. The grill adds a hint of smoked flavor that is absolutely delicious! Ingredients: 20 thawed chicken wings and drummies 1 cup ketchup 6 tbsp lime juice 1 1/2 tbsp Green Jalapeño Tabasco 3 tbsp dried cilantro … [Read more...]
SWEET AND SPICY HONEY MUSTARD PARTY WINGS
We love party wings in our house. They are probably my husband’s favorite food however we don’t like the expense that comes with going out to eat for wings or ordering them in. We’ve tried lots of different sauce recipes and different cooking methods and have some we really love. We’ve grilled them and tossed them in a homemade Cilantro Lime BBQ Sauce, made traditional … [Read more...]
Strawberry Shortcake Muffins
Um, who says breakfast has to be boring? These Strawberry Shortcake Muffins are lightly sweetened and utterly delicious. Stuffed with fresh strawberries and topped with a light glaze they are still a fairly healthy choice. Or in the afternoon find a quiet spot with a couple of these and a mug of your favorite coffee. Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour ½ cup … [Read more...]
Dollar Tree Craft Idea: Whimsical Valentine’s Day Wreath
Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Our friends at Dollar Tree asked us to stop in and see what great things we could find to create a Valentine’s Day craft. We made this lovely whimsical Valentine’s Day Wreath for around $5 using supplies we found at our local Dollar Tree.This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Dollar Tree. Valentine’s Day Wreath Supplies: … [Read more...]
How to Make a Personalized Welcome Mat
We’ve all heard the old saying, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” It applies to more than just how we look when meeting someone for the first time. Think about your house. When someone comes to your front door, what do they see-nicely painted trim? A light fixture? Flowers and a trimmed lawn (or a shoveled walk in the winter)? All of these things say … [Read more...]
Homemade Pancake Mix
Our family LOVES pancakes and that may even be an understatement. A Homemade Pancake is so much better than a store bought mix and after experimenting with many recipes we’ve found one we like best! They cook up fluffy and the center is not left doughy like some pancakes. They also have a great cinnamon flavor that you’ll love even without syrup. Homemade Pancake … [Read more...]
One-Pot Parmesan Pasta
Whether you’re a busy stay at home mom or a moving and grooving mom with a JOB beyond the walls of your home then fast, easy, and delicious dinner recipes are an absolute must. This one pot meal is simple to put together with typical items found in your pantry and is a HUGE hit with the entire family. A grown up and fancied up version of traditional spaghetti in just one pot! … [Read more...]
DIY Leopard Desk Pad
This is the time of year when we start to think about things like next year’s calendar. Um, while I was looking at desk pad calendars, all I could think about was how ugly and plain they were. So I decided to keep the calendar in a planning book and make a desk pad for my writing desk. Thanks to a little Pinterest inspiration, I was able to make my own with almost no effort, … [Read more...]
DIY Draft Stopper
Drafty doors and windows often go unnoticed in the warmer months but when cold weather hits, doors and windows that let in cold air require attention. Not only are they letting cold air into our warm homes, they are letting money slip through the cracks, too. Our home heating systems have to work harder to combat the constant infiltration of cold air which means more energy … [Read more...]
Tote Your Baby’s Essentials in Style with the Skip Hop Forma Backpack Diaper Bag
With three little boys ages 3 and under we almost never leave home without a lot of gear. Even a basic trip to the store means diapers and training pants in two different sizes, wipes, and a bottle. Longer trips require extra clothes, snacks and other necessities too. I’ve struggled to find a single diaper bag that was a good fit for all of our needs and that was stylish … [Read more...]
My Heart Beets for You Brownies
Hi there, Mama of 3 Munchkins Readers! I’m Courtney from FitCakery.com, a healthy cooking, baking, and fit-lifestyle blog. Ty Watson and her blog rock my socks, so of course I’m thrilled to have been invited to share a recipe here with you today. I hope you like chocolate. Now, if you know me, you know I’m always looking for excuses to bake things. Especially brownies. I … [Read more...]
GIVE YOUR BACKYARD AN INSTANT MAKEOVER WITH KOHLS CHAIR CUSHIONS
Um, remember the back yard makeover? I can’t wait to have a nice back yard that’s fun to hang out in and that I can invite guests to enjoy with me! We’ve still got a way to go but we’re getting there! The latest additions are courtesy of Kohl’s. Take a look! No one wants to sit and stare at the cement while they visit, right? Um, boring! The Balta Kathleen Floral … [Read more...]
Bake, Gift and Serve in One Pan with Oven Safe Paper Bakeware
Do you love to bake, but hate the cleanup? Who doesn’t hate cleaning, right? There are so many different pans and trays, and the amount of dishes can become absurd! I think I’ve finally found the problem, though. Welcome Home Brands has a great NEW invention — the Oven-Safe Paper Bakeware. Genius, right? I can hear y’all asking… “Paper? To bake with? What?” Well, imagine … [Read more...]