Easy Oreo Snowman Cookies
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
These Easy Oreo Snowman Cookies are so festive, delicious and great for kids to help make too. A perfect no bake-treat option and only a few ingredients, they come together quickly! [feast_advanced_jump_to] I’ve been making these Oreo Snowman Cookies for over 15 years! My mom originally passed along this fun cookie idea when my children were very little. She had had them at a holiday meeting and thought they were way too cute-and they are! We’ve been making them every year ever since. They are a great no-bake treat that even little hands can help with making them a fun holiday activity to do ..read more
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5 Great Buffet Setup Ideas
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
My 5 Favorite Buffet Setup Ideas will help you save time and stress so you can enjoy the party with your guests too! Entertaining friends and family at our home is something we enjoy and it’s one reason we chose to purchase the house we’re living in now. The layout is great for hosting guests. When it comes to deciding on a menu, I almost always have a buffet set up as it just works well with flow and people can easily serve themselves.  We’ve got a couple of tables inside for seating but we also entertain a lot outside, too, so a buffet table setup allows everyone to spread out and sit ..read more
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Delicious Pumpkin Pie Bars Dessert
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
An old family favorite, my Pumpkin Pie Bars Dessert gives simple pumpkin pie a makeover for a twist on a traditional favorite. It’s easy to make ahead, too! The recipe for these Pumpkin Pie Bars is one I originally got from my mom. I have made it many times over the years for parties, teacher luncheons and other events. Every time I make it, it’s a HUGE hit! They are really easy and if I had my way, I’d be making this dessert a lot more often. These pumpkin bars start with a cake mix bottom layer and then have a delicious pumpkin filling with just the right amount of spices. The filling is th ..read more
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Crock Pot Side Dishes
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
Choose from these 15 Flavorful Crock Pot Side Dishes recipes to let your slow cooker do some kitchen work during the holidays–or any day! It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of using my slow cooker! Not only do I have many different recipes to choose from in my recipe index here, but I also like trying to figure out how to turn existing recipes into slow cooker recipes. It’s pretty easy to do and you can even use the conversion chart I created here in my 10 Tips for Slowcooker Success post! I consider my slow cooker a special assistant in the kitchen. I actually have two different sizes so I ca ..read more
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Homemade Chicken Pot Pie–Make Ahead And Freezable!
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
Skip the store bought version and make your own Homemade Chicken Pot Pie with all-natural ingredients–the perfect comfort food and SO SIMPLE! My recipe makes two pies–one to enjoy now and one to freeze for later! Why We Love This Recipe When I was younger, I used to LOVE a frozen pot pie. You know, the kind that comes in a little red box in the frozen food section? Loved them. But as I got older, I realized they were full of extra calories and fat! Yikes! And some preservatives I didn’t really want either. So, years ago I went searching for a frozen chicken pot pie recipe that I could make a ..read more
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Italian Sloppy Joes
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
Family friendly Easy Italian Sloppy Joes are ready in less than 30 minutes—perfect busy weeknights! Make a double batch for the freezer to have on hand for another meal. Why We Love This Recipe I’ve been making these Easy Italian Sloppy Joes for over 15 years and they are a true family favorite! I originally received the recipe from a friend but have tweaked it just a bit over the years to make it our own. With the addition of Italian inspired flavors like oregano, basil and Italian blend cheese, these are a delicious twist on a favorite comfort food! This simple sloppy joes recipe is ready in ..read more
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5 Tips for Choosing Reusable Food Containers
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
Choosing Reusable Lunchware not only saves you money, it also helps protects our planet. Check out these 5 tips for choosing the best for your family’s needs! Packing nutritious lunches every day can seem especially daunting when you add in the options of what to pack them IN. For us, choosing reusable lunch containers that are earth friendly just makes sense. Not only will you save money in the long run, you’ll also be helping the environment by creating less waste. But the choices can be overwhelming! We have several types at our house and as our needs change. Our lunch containers change to ..read more
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5 Kid-Friendly Tips For Packing Kids Lunch
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
These 5 Simple Kid-Friendly Tips for prepping and packing kids lunch helps them develop skills to last a lifetime, it also helps parents save a little time too. This year marks my 10th year partnering with the Healthy Family Project and their Power Your Lunchbox campaign! I have loved being a part of their mission to help support families by providing resources, recipes and ideas to help them eat well and of course, enjoy lots of delicious produce! I started my own packing kids lunch journey more than 15 years ago but they’ve been packing and prepping their own lunches and snacks for several ..read more
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Fudgy Mexican Brownies
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
These Fudgy Mexican Brownies are perfect for chocolate lovers. The addition of coffee, cinnamon and chili powder give them a delicious flavor twist! Why We Love This Recipe Years ago, I used to be famous for bringing coffee brownies to our office potlucks. I lost track of that recipe (boo!) but this recipe for Fudgy Mexican Brownies is a great substitute. I love the addition of cinnamon and chili powder to give them a unique flavor twist. True Mexican chocolate is a past made from cacao nibs, chocolate and cinnamon but may also contain other flavors like chili, vanilla, or almonds. These bro ..read more
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Quick and Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe
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by Brenda Thompson
2y ago
This Quick and Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes and made all in one pan—perfect for a busy weeknight. Full of flavorful fresh ingredients, it’s freezer friendly too! Why We Love This Recipe This Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe has been a family favorite forever! It’s a recipe my mom used to make and now I make it for my family. The love it just as much as we did growing up. It’s got just a bit of a spicy kick that you can easily adjust to suit your family’s tastes. I love that it can be made in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect option for a busy weeknight meal. It also ..read more
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