Cookbook Review: Love Soup - Creamy Potato & Roasted Garlic Soup
on Nov 19, 2009 in Cookbook Review Vegetarian Soup Vegetables When I was asked if I'd like to receive a copy of Love Soup, a cookbook by Anna Thomas, I said yes. Why? Because I knew the cold weather months were coming and soup is something that just warms you from the inside out. There's nothing like a pot of s...

Brussels Sprouts with Pecans from Cooking Light
on Nov 17, 2009 in Healthy Vegetables Cooking Light Quick and Easy Sometime last year while I was shopping at my favorite produce market, I decided it was time to try Brussels sprouts. I vaguely recall not liking them as a kid, but honestly can't tell you much else about them. I was also a bit of a picky eater, if i...

Pepperoni Pizza Dip - Tasty Kitchen
on Nov 15, 2009 in Entertaining Appetizer Quick and Easy Last week I was searching for something quick and easy to bring to this month's Bunko game. I wanted a dip that everyone would want to dig into it. With the plethora of food blogs out there, I can often get overwhelmed by recipe options. Then, I reme...

Thanksgiving: Sweet Potato Casserole from Cooking Light
on Nov 11, 2009 in Holiday-Worthy Kid Friendly Vegetables Thanksgiving First, a note of Thanks to all those who serve in our military. We should remember to thank them for all they do whenever we get the chance and not just on Veteran's Day.In case you aren't aware (and I'd be surprised if you weren't) one of the bigges...

Big Brownie Cookies from The Shortcut Cookie Book
on Nov 9, 2009 in Cookies Cookbook Review Kid Friendly Quick and Easy It's no secret around here that I love to bake. It's also no secret that I ADORE chocolate... I probably should join a support group, but I really am not quite ready to admit that there is a problem with my love of chocolate. I believe that no matter...

Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
on Nov 1, 2009 in Patsyk Original Kid Friendly Breads and Muffins Quick and Easy Fall is in the air and we had a lovely weekend! Today Our Boys made a pile of leaves and had fun running and jumping in it for the afternoon. Since My Husband was nice enough to make dinner for tonight and an extra for during our upcoming busy week,...

Halloween Eats & Treats: Worm Pie & the Great Pie Bake-Off
on Oct 29, 2009 in Kid Friendly Halloween Quick and Easy Dessert Last month, a small group of bloggers decided to all bake pies from the movie Waitress. We had such fun with it that we decided to make it a monthly event! A new blog, The Great Pie Bake-Off, has been created for anyone who wants to join in to share...

Halloween Eats & Treats: Pretzel Bones and Nutter Butter Ghosts!
on Oct 28, 2009 in Kid Friendly Halloween Quick and Easy Dessert This week, most food bloggers are sharing their spookiest treats and I'm taking notes for next year's Halloween Party! I've got so many fun new ideas to try out on our spooky kids! I'm adding to the list in case anyone wants to save ideas for next ye...

Halloween Eats & Treats: Spider Cupcakes
on Oct 26, 2009 in Kid Friendly Halloween Cakes and Cupcakes Dessert I had so much fun coming up with treats to serve for our Halloween party last weekend. One treat I knew I had to make was cupcakes! I had picked up a copy of Martha Stewart's Cupcakes awhile ago and really wanted a good excuse to begin trying the rec...

Halloween Eats & Treats: Cheesenstein
on Oct 25, 2009 in Halloween Appetizer Hi! Anyone still out there? Sorry for the lack of posting last week, but we were gearing up for a Halloween Party last night! The party was an overall success and I think we are going to make it an annual tradition - especially since both of Our Boys...