tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42776767767077572772024-03-04T23:55:57.289-08:00Cricket's CafeWhere There Is Always Room At The Table For One More!Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.comBlogger137125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-89966369059560167582015-03-22T16:02:00.000-07:002015-03-22T16:02:20.494-07:00Hopping Down The Bunny Trail.....MixSaw something similar to this on Pinterest but didn't like some of the ingredients so I adapted it to my taste. Add what you and your family like, and subtract what you don't. There are so many fun pastel Easter candies out right now....Go Wild!!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ box each of your two favorite chex cereals</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ (large bag) plain M&M’s</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ can of peanuts</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ bag cadbury mini chocolate candy eggs</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ bag Annie’s <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>cheddar
bunny crackers (they are like goldfish, but they are Target brand so they are
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ bag Annie’s <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>chocolate & Vanilla cookie bunnies (Also
Target brand, they will be right there with the cheddar bunnies)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1/2 bag chocolate covered raisins. It is Bunny mix after all ;)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">As many pretzel sticks (broken into 3 pieces) as you want</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ bag of the pastel spring colored candy corn (if you can find them. Brachs makes the best)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Of course I used all the Spring/Easter colors in the candies.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">And I used all the stuff I bought so it doubled the recipe.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It filled about 3 ½ large ziplocks (Gallon size).</span><br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-74213885366025615152014-09-27T04:54:00.001-07:002014-09-27T04:54:21.993-07:00Caramelized Butternut SquashLove this time of the year! We transcend from the hot summer months to the cooler temperatures and more vibrant colors of fall. Along with that are the wonderful fall veggies!! Do you love butternut squash? I didn't, but now I love it. Here is a quick and easy side dish that will have even your pickiest eaters asking for more!!<br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-3331842553012121772014-09-21T07:21:00.000-07:002014-09-21T07:22:32.147-07:00Cream Cheese DelightI pinned this recipe a while back to one of my Pinterest boards and then forgot about it. Then last week someone brought it to work and OMGosh...I will never forget it again. I happen to love cream cheese but I believe even if you are not a big fan, you will love this!! It is light and flaky and not at all heavy like I thought it would be. It is rich though, and a small piece is all you need!<br />
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the prepared pan. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, 1 cup of
sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread over the crescent layer.
Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and lay them on top of the cream cheese
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-51982762032938594852014-02-09T06:13:00.000-08:002014-02-09T06:13:16.616-08:00Hippie JuiceSaw this recipe and started to laugh. I grew up in the <strong>HIPPIE</strong> era and a lot of people dank pink stuff out of mason jars. I never drank any, and I never asked what it was. Maybe it was <strong>Hippie Juice!!</strong><br />
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<u><strong>Summer = Hippie Juice</strong></u><br />
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1c. Smirnoff Watermelon Vodka <br />
1/3c. Triple Sec<br />
1/3c. Malibu Coconut Rum<br />
4 scoops Country Time Pink Lemonade Mix<br />
Water, and Strawberries!<br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-21328335887462824952014-01-21T16:28:00.000-08:002014-01-21T16:32:09.935-08:00Budget Friendly Chicken AlfredoMy son loves Chicken Alfredo...and this recipe is so budget friendly I can make it once a week.<br />
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I start with these....<br />
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They are usually only .99 per package and I almost always have coupons.<br />
I cook according to the package directions. It only has to cook for about 7 minutes. At minute 4 or 5 I add in the other things that make it so yummy. Like leftover chicken. I always have a bag of these frozen mesquite chicken breast from Sam's Club in my freezer. Three minutes in the microwave and they are all done. I cooked the chicken while the pasta was cooking. So the whole dinner only took me about 15 minutes!!<br />
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I also add in a handful of frozen peas. But you could add corn, mushrooms, asparagus or anything else you like. A whole bag of peas is usually a dollar or less.<br />
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-76173957517062880942013-08-06T06:58:00.002-07:002013-08-14T09:01:23.558-07:00Comfort Foods In The Summer<strong>Ever have a day when you are craving some comfort food that you usually only have in the winter. No one wants to heat up the kitchen with the oven on when it is 100 degrees outside! That is why I <strike>like</strike> love my crockpot so much.</strong><br />
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<strong>Yesterday I made Chicken and Dumplings in the crockpot and filled that empty spot without turn the house into a sauna! So Easy and soooo YUMMY!</strong><br />
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-30390792063760185442013-07-30T17:53:00.001-07:002013-07-31T05:27:19.262-07:00Double Chocolate Zucchini BreadAre you loving all the fresh fruits and veggies in your gardens and at the fabulous farmers market? And of course if you have one neighbor you have 3 offering you the "Extra" zucchini from their flourishing gardens.<br />
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Here is my favorite way to eat zucchini...of course if it involves me, it involves chocolate!<br />
It is moist, chocolaty and oh so yummy!!!<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="color: red; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Chocolate Zucchini Bread<o:p></o:p></span></span></u></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">(Makes 2 loaves or
one 9X13)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ tsp. salt<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 ½ tsp. baking
soda<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">6 Tabl.
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Oil<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">¼ Cup packed brown
sugar<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 tsp. vanilla<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">3 Cups grated
zucchini<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">¾ Cup mini
chocolate chips<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: red; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Grease and flour 2 loaf pans or a 9X13
baking pan. ( I used floured cooking spray)<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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or stand mixer beat oil, eggs and both sugars until well combines and slightly
fluffy.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Add vanilla and
sour cream and mix until just combined.<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Gently stir in
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In another bowl <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>mix
together your flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda and cocoa powder.<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Add all of it but
just a hand full to the wet mixture.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>With a large spoon mix it together.<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
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chips with the handful of flour fixture so that they are coated. Doing this
keeps your chips evenly distributed and they don’t all sink to the bottom. Once
they are coated add it all to the mixture and gently mix in.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Pour into your pan
or pans and evenly sprinkle with your topping mixture.<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-8136018384854188192013-07-18T10:12:00.001-07:002013-07-18T10:12:38.374-07:00Taco CasseroleWhat a yummy and oh so easy dinner this was! I usually don't do casseroles in the summer because I don't want to heat the house up with the oven. But it only took 20 minutes and the results were fantastic. Plus I had everything to make it except the bag of chips.<br />
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Made this Taco Casserole for dinner tonight. So good and so easy! I forgot to take a picture so I got this one from Pinterest. <br /><br /> <strong><u>Easy Taco Casserole</u></strong><br /> 1 pound lean ground beef<br /> 1 can Ranch Style beans<br /> 1 10-12 ounce bag tortilla chips, crushed<span class="text_exposed_show"> </span></div>
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<br /><br /> Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large skillet, brown meat and drain off fat. Stir in beans, tomatoes, onion, taco seasoning, soup and water. Simmer over medium-low heat until everything is well combined and heated through.<br /><br /> Grease a 9×13 casserole dish. Put down a layer of crushed tortilla chips, followed by a layer of the meat/bean mixture, then half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers. Cover with foil and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until bubbly.<br /><br /> Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and salsa.</div>
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<span class="text_exposed_hide"><span class="text_exposed_link"><strong><span style="color: red;">** I don't happen to like Ro-Tel brand tomatoes. I used a can of Western Family Brand Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies.***</span></strong></span></span></div>
</span> Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-59399048948123713132013-03-16T12:23:00.001-07:002013-03-23T14:40:28.136-07:00Snicker, Apple SaladThis is one of my very favorite cool summer desserts. Yes, it is a dessert....don't let the word SALAD fool you. Unless you want it to and then just eat it first...LOL<br />
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package <span class="name"><a href="http://www.food.com/library/cream-cheese-506">cream cheese</a>, softened
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<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients"><span class="ingredient"><span class="amount"><span class="value">1 </span><span class="type">cup</span></span> <span class="name"><a href="http://www.food.com/library/powdered-sugar-140">powdered
sugar</a> </span></span></li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients"><span class="ingredient"><span class="amount"><span class="value">1</span> <span class="type">(12
ounce)</span></span> container <span class="name"><a href="http://www.food.com/library/cool-whip-648">Cool Whip</a>, thawed
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<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients"><span class="ingredient"><span class="amount"><span class="value">6 </span><span class="type"></span></span><span class="name">Snickers candy bars </span></span></li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients"><span class="ingredient"><span class="amount"><span class="value">4 -6 </span><span class="type"></span></span><span class="name"><a href="http://www.food.com/library/apple-186">granny smith
apples</a> (you can vary the apple with successful results if you choose to, but
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-85373676636486511952013-01-09T09:05:00.001-08:002013-01-15T05:01:50.827-08:00Mile High Buttermilk BiscuitsBeing born and raised in the south I grew up on biscuits. Biscuits and gravy, biscuits and jam, biscuits and ham, biscuits and ....more biscuits. When I moved to Utah I heard over and over about the wonderful biscuits at<a href="http://ruthsdiner.com/"> Ruths Diner</a>....and the rumors were TRUE!! Then a few days ago I was poking around the blogging world checking in on some of my favorites and found this yummy recipe on<a href="http://dealstomeals.blogspot.com/2012/02/ruths-diners-mile-high-biscuits.html"> Deals to Meals</a>. OMGosh....they are soooo good.<br />
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<strong><u>Ruth's Diners Mile High Biscuits</u></strong><br />
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*ONLY hand mix your dough. Don't mix in a Bosch or with a hand mixer. The dough will be too tough and the dough will become dry if you use a mixer. You don't want to over mix this recipe. The best way to mix this dough is with a pastry cutter or using two knives and cutting the dough back and forth. This method takes a little longer but will ensure the perfect biscuit. You want pieces of butter left in your biscuit, that is what keeps the dough light and flaky.<br />
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*Next tip is to keep your biscuit dough fairly thick. You want a tall and thick biscuit more than you do a thin and hard biscuit. Keeping the dough thick will ensure a chewy and soft biscuit. I keep my dough about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick (cooking times may vary depending how thick you make them).<br />
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-73634026171921421552013-01-07T06:26:00.001-08:002013-01-09T09:10:34.957-08:00Treat ExchangeIn December I hosted my first Annual Treat Exchange and Brunch. I think it was hit...thanks to the yummy recipes from Pinterest, and some of the most amazing ladies I have the pleasure of calling my friends!<br />
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Even though for many of the ladies this was their first "Treat Exchange" I love that they took the time to make their treats look so cute!! Good job ladies. Can't wait for next year!!<br />
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I wanted to make one savory and one sweet casserole, you know you have to have some sweet with the salty...it's a must! I chose this yummy Croissant, egg, sausage breakfast casserole and OMGosh...everyone loved it!!<br />
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<strong><u>Yummy Egg Casserole</u></strong><br />
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1 8-ounce can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls <br />
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1 pound Jimmy Dean Original Recipe Sausage Roll ( or you could use the spicy one)<br />
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese <br />
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper<br />
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Preheat oven to 425 °F. Crumble and cook sausage in medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain. <br />
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Line bottom of greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish with crescent roll dough, firmly pressing perforations to seal. Sprinkle with sausage and cheese. <br />
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Bake 15 minutes or until set. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into squares; serve hot. Refrigerate leftovers.<br />
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I am not kidding when I said they loved it, my guest were kind of hanging out at the island in my kitchen hovering around the casseroles...LOL<br />
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<strong><u>Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole</u></strong><br />
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1/4 cup melted butter<br />
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2 cans (12.4 oz each) Pillsbury® refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing<br />
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2 teaspoons vanilla<br />
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1 cup chopped pecans<br />
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Melt butter and pour into an ungreased 13×9 inch glass dish. Separate cans of dough into 16 rolls reserving the icing for later use. Cut each roll into 8 pieces and add to buttered baking dish.<br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-79693629015958039672012-12-30T14:36:00.001-08:002012-12-30T14:42:58.474-08:00Chicken Biscuit Casserole.I friend asked on facebook today for recipes she could make and freeze ahead of time because she is expecting a new little one really soon. I sent her this recipe because it is so good, so easy and one of my family favorites. I then realized I have never shared it on my blog so....here it is!!<br />
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1/4 C. butter<br />
1/3 C. flour<br />
Dash of pepper (or to taste)<br />
1 (10-1/2 oz) can of condensed chicken broth (I use Campbell's with the red and white label)<br />
3/4 C. milk<br />
2 C. cubed cooked chicken. I just get a rotisserie chicken and use the remaining chicken for something else.<br />
1 C. frozen peas<br />
1 C. baby carrots<br />
1/3 C. chopped onions<br />
1 (12 oz.) can Hungry Jack Biscuits<br />
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Melt better in a large pot, stir in flour and pepper and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Gradually stir in broth and milk. Cook until mixture boils and thickens, stirring constantly.<br />
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I usually double the recipe because my 9x13 is deep. I just make sure to put foil or a cookie sheet on the oven rack below in case of spills.<br />
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You can use any veggies you like. Broccoli works great. But my family likes the peas and carrots. You can also put some celery in if your family likes that.<br />
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It is so good and so easy. Talk about comfort food.....and the men in the family will love it!!!Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-19575564642480829122012-12-01T14:10:00.000-08:002013-04-16T14:11:41.475-07:00Chocolate Buttermilk PieEveryone has a favorite childhood dish that reminds them of special occasions. This is one of mine. I wish I could say it was the exact one my mom made..... it is not......but it is very, very close.<br />
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Easy to make, and will win rave reviews from all that taste it. It will become one of your favorite Christmas traditions!!<br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-79724700768894271832012-11-25T11:31:00.001-08:002012-11-25T11:33:44.435-08:00Eggnog Pound Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Do you love Eggnog? Do you love Pound cake....I know you drooling already right!!!<br />
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Great holiday gift, or just a little something to have with your morning coffee or tea. You can also spread a little butter on both sides and toast a slice in a frying pan.....OMGosh...sooooo good!!<br />
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1 (16-oz.) package pound cake mix <br />
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1. Preheat oven to 350°. Beat all ingredients together at low speed with an electric mixer until blended. Increase speed to medium, and beat 2 minutes. Pour into a lightly greased 9- x 5-inch loaf pan.<br />
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-26430491038073697992012-11-15T20:29:00.000-08:002012-11-15T20:29:28.761-08:00Marshmallow Whip CheescakeOMGosh....this is amazing! Light and fluffy and ohhhhh so good.<br />
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I found this wonderful recipe on <a href="http://www.peacockcoffeehouse.blogspot.com/2010/06/marshmallow-whip-cheesecake.html">Peacock Coffe House</a>. My mom used to make a similar version of it when I was young. I have tried a few different variaties but this one is the best!<br />
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40 squares of graham crackers (crushed) (or check out my cheater method at bottom).<br />
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<strong>** I am not a big fan of <u><em>making</em></u> graham cracker crust. I bought 2 of the round ready made ones by Keebler and they worked just fine. I kept one cheesecake and gave the other to a neighbor.**</strong><br />
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-36221298696112715072012-11-10T13:34:00.001-08:002012-11-10T13:34:26.514-08:00Taco Soup (Revisited)Well the weather outside is frightful, but the soup inside is delightful!! Now that it is cold and snowing one of the first things that pops into my mind is yummy soup. And one of mt very favorites is Taco Soup.<br />
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Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-48469133384269193762012-09-22T11:01:00.000-07:002012-09-22T11:01:07.967-07:00Happy Fall Y'All<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My favorite time of year has finally arrived!! Cooler, crisp air, worn leather boots, long soft warm sweaters, Hot chocolate and ALL THINGS PUMPKIN!!!!<br />
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I <strike>like</strike> love pumpkins!!! Pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin pancakes, going to the pumpkin patch to get pumpkins to decorate with, carving pumpkins......yes indeed I love pumpkins.<br />
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Guys in flannel shirts, candles that fill the house with that wonderful apple cider smell, sitting around that very last fire of the camping season roasting marshmallow's and drinking cinnamon hot chocolate. Anticipating the holidays to come....Yes I love EVERYTHING about Fall. But my favorite part is the food......my next post will be all about the fall food...YUM!!!!<br />
Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-49735328713570311372012-08-10T07:02:00.000-07:002017-01-19T07:01:22.201-08:00Chicken Berry Salad<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love this salad. It is fresh and light and just screams SUMMER!!....or Happy New Year!!<br />
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<strong><u>Summer Chicken Berry Salad</u></strong><br />
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1-2 cups of your favorite salad greens on a plate.<br />
1/2 cup cooked chicken. (I use more when making one for my husband or son).<br />
1 cup mixed fresh berries. I had grapes, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries.<br />
A sprinkle of nuts. I use whatever I have in the pantry. This time it was cashews.<br />
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This salad really taste good with a raspberry vinaigrette, or a lemon poppy seed. But I have also used ranch, blue cheese and Italian.<br />
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I also like to add a sprinkle of shredded cheese, maybe some croutons...whatever you and your family want to add. I made this recently and got rave reviews from my gal pals!!<br />
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Add a fresh loaf of french bread and you have a feast.<br />
<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-32748351148138676612012-07-23T09:15:00.000-07:002014-01-16T06:37:58.405-08:00Death By Chocolate<u><em><strong>Death By Chocolate Cake....what a way to go right!</strong></em></u><br />
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This cake is so rich, so full of chocolate goodness that you will only be able to eat a small piece but oh baby is it good!!<br />
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1 Box Yellow Cake Mix<br />
1 Small Box Vanilla Instant Pudding<br />
1 Small Box Chocolate Instant Pudding<br />
4 Eggs<br />
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1 (12 oz )Bag Of Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips (Divide the bags into thirds)<br />
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Mix cake mix,both puddings,eggs,oil,sour cream and 1/3 of the chocolate chips together for 2 minutes.<br />
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<strong>* I wanted to add even more chocolate goodness so I melted a 1/2 can of Pillsbury chocolate frosting. I put it in a small pan and melted it over a very low heat on the stove top, stirring the whole time so it didn't stick and burn. I then drizzled it on top of the cooled cake. And topped that with some crushed up heath bar candy.</strong><br />
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This is a very moist and dense cake. It is wonderful without the added toppings and great with ice cream.Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-36933089380426963872012-07-08T11:39:00.001-07:002012-07-08T11:39:47.429-07:00Amazing!! I have been in a blogging rut! I have just not been feeling it much lately. I have been looking at some of my favorites and it seems some of my favorite blogger's may be feeling the same way.<br />
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It's hot, we are busy with summer activities and kids home from school. Who wants to crank up the oven or slave over a hot stove in this heat? BUT.....<br />
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I just found this amazing new blog.<a href="http://thecuttingedgeofordinary.blogspot.com/"> "The Cutting Edge Of Ordinary"</a> The photos are amazing, the recipes are amazing, yep....the whole things is pretty amazing. I kept changing my mind about which recipe was my favorite and which one I would try first. But this being summer and all of us thinking about eating lighter I picked this one to share. Healthy low calorie high protein snacks can be a challenge to find.....this one is....yep you got it is...AMAZING!! <br />
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Even though I have nothing fresh and exciting of my own.....I really wanted all my friends who have not had the pleasure of visiting The Cutting Edge Of Ordinary to experience it for themselves.<br />
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<a href="http://thecuttingedgeofordinary.blogspot.com/2012/03/roasted-chickpeas.html">Roasted Chickpeas</a><br />
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Let me know (and her) how you like it!Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-64871091820028662652012-06-28T17:46:00.000-07:002013-04-10T15:31:35.495-07:00Basic Green Smoothie<br />
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Ok, I have finally done it. I have jumped on the "<span style="color: #38761d;">Green Smoothie"</span> band wagon. I have gained weight by stress eating the last few months, I am feeling sluggish, don't have a lot of enery or desire to do much. Body just feeling off and out of whack. I know I need to make some changes, and NOT starting my day with cereal or bread is one of the first I will make. I have several friends that swear they have never felt better since they started drinking these each day.<br />
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I have looked at a lot of smoothie recipes and think this one is right for me. Nothing fancy, just your basic<span style="color: #38761d;"> "Green Smoothie</span>" recipe.<br />
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<u><span style="color: #38761d;"><strong><em>Green Smoothie</em></strong></span></u><br />
8 oz. (1 cup) unsweetened vanilla almond milk, or coconut milk.<br />
2 big handfuls fresh baby spinach<br />
2-21/2 cups mixed frozen fruit<br />
1-2 teaspoons agave nectar<br />
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Combine everything in your blender and blend until smooth.<br />
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*Depending on what colors of fruits you use your smoothie may look more red or purple than green.*<br />
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**Picture is compliments of a google search* My picture would have never looked that good**Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-38308578186809978572012-05-18T17:43:00.001-07:002014-01-16T06:40:59.401-08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Blueberry Dump Cake<br />
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1 box of your favorite yellow cake mix<br />
1 can blueberry pie filling (21 ounces)<br />
1 stick of butter (melted)<br />
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Grease bottom of a 9 X 13 pan<br />
Pour pie filling in.<br />
Sprinkle the cake mix on top of pie filling.<br />
Pour melted butter over top.<br />
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Bake at 350 for 40 minutes.<br />
It is really good warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping.<br />
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*You can do this with any canned pie filling* (Peach is really yummy)<br />
** I also like to sprinkle chocolate chips and chopped walnuts or pecans on top before baking if I have them on hand**<br />
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<br />Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-69241630705868832072012-03-18T11:31:00.000-07:002012-03-18T11:31:03.995-07:00Coconut Crusted French Toast with Bananas and BerriesWhat A Fun Treat For Easter Breakfast!!<br />
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<strong><u>*Picture is from Pinterest. Their picture was much better than mine. I forgot to take one until I had already started eating...LOL*</u></strong><br />
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Sweet Hawaiian Bread<br />
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milk<br />
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coconut syrup <strong>(Recipe Below)</strong><br />
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Make french toast as your normally would using Kings Hawaiian sliced bread. Before cooking on pan, put coconut on both sides of french toast. Cook as normal.<br />
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Add berries and bananas and coconut syrup and enjoy!<br />
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<strong><u>Coconut Syrup: </u></strong><br />
I got this from the Internet, you may have one you like better!<br />
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1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk<br />
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2 tablespoons cornstarch<br />
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2 cups light corn syrup<br />
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1/2 cup white sugar<br />
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1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut<br />
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1.Whisk together the coconut milk and cornstarch in a saucepan until the cornstarch is dissolved. Pour in the corn syrup, sugar, and coconut; bring to a boil, stirring continually. As soon as the mixture comes to a rolling boil, remove from heat. Allow to cool completely before serving.Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-56461925796980222942012-03-02T16:05:00.000-08:002012-03-02T16:05:50.363-08:00Fun St. Patty's Day Dessert<strong><span style="color: lime;">Leprechaun's, Shamrocks, Yummy Cakes...OH MY!</span></strong><br />
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This cake is so good and can be served in a variety of ways. Besides topped with powdered sugar like the picture, you can also make a powder sugar glaze to drizzle on top and sprinkle with chopped pistachio's...YUM!! I found this wonderful recipe on Pinterest and love it!<br />
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1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix<br />
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1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix<br />
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4 eggs<br />
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1/4 cup vegetable oil<br />
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract<br />
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7 drops green food coloring<br />
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1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan. <br />
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2.In a large bowl mix together cake mix and pudding mix. Make a well in the center and pour in eggs, water, oil, almond extract and green food coloring. Blend ingredients, then beat for 2 minutes at medium speed. <br />
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When cooled dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze. The beautiful green color is a beautiful surprise when you cut into it!<br />
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<strong><span style="color: lime;">May The Luck Of The Irish Be With You!!</span></strong><br />
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<span style="color: lime;"></span></strong>Crickethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06520222772371548031noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4277676776707757277.post-38830620815274152452012-01-14T13:28:00.000-08:002012-01-14T13:28:29.972-08:00Chocolate Covered StrawberriesWith Valentine's Day just around the corner my mind is on chocolate...OK....who am I trying to fool. My mind is always on chocolate. I don't do the dark chocolate unless it is dove. Yes....I know it is better for me. But I like milk chocolate. Light and sweet...yum!! But when it comes to chocolate dipped strawberries I will eat them in dark or milk. Just stand back and don't get in my way. I have been known to hurt people who get to close...LOL.<br />
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There are many different recipes for dipping, this is just the one I like to use.<br />
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<strong><u>Chocolate Dipped Strawberries</u></strong><br />
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Put the semisweet and white chocolates into 2 separate heatproof medium bowls. Fill 2 medium saucepans with a couple inches of water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Turn off the heat; set the bowls of chocolate over the water to melt. Stir until smooth. (Alternatively, melt the chocolates in a microwave at half power, for 1 minute, stir and then heat for another minute or until melted.)<br />
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<strong>** This recipe will also work with raspberries,pineapple,blueberries...etc. I use a toothpick when dipping the smaller berries**</strong><br />
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