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The ULTIMATE Rice Krispies
My brother, James, is a HUGE fan if Rice Krispie treats. So much so that that is all he asks for when his birthday rolls around. I am, of course, more than happy to make them because he has to be one the hardest people in the world to buy for. If rice krispie treats make him happy I am in. Family Affair My brother has now got my nephew loving rice krispie treats as well. Truth be told I love to make Wesley just about anything so rice krispie treats are becoming quite the regular treat around our houses. Taking it to the next level Me being me I…
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Homemade Ice Cream has never been so good (& easy)
Summer is officially here and it is ICE CREAM TIME!! Honestly it is always ice cream time in my world, but especially in the summer. I mean just look how refreshing it looks…it is the perfect summertime treat!! Homemade and OH SO EASY! Growing up my dad would always make homemade ice cream for every get together we had in the summer. Way back then he used one of those old fashioned ice cream makers where you had to sue rock salt and it seemed to take FOREVER (at least to a kid it seemed like forever)! Now I use a much smaller machine and it is done in…
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A whole new way to Fajita
I could literally have a fajita, of some sort, for every singe meal. Yes for breakfast, lunch and dinner and maybe even a snack. As much as I love fajitas, sometimes I just don’t want to take the time to fix them…well that is until now. Peppers and Onion…OH YEAH! One of my favorite parts of any fajitas are the peppers and onions. I just love the little charred bits and the hint of sweetness and a little spice in each bite. Even better they add a ton of flavor to the meat, in this case chicken, which makes them a must have in all my fajita dishes. Careful…
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Easiest Pie EVER
Ok, Ok I now I talked a lot about how much I love all the berries right now yesterday, but I just have to share one more recipe with you. This one is all about blueberries and they are SOOOO good!! Easiest Pie I have EVER made I love summer. We are in the pool all the time. Playing with my niece and nephew. Enjoying the sun (& humidity). Eating yummies whenever I want and loving every bite. The only problem is I don’t want to spend a ton of time int he kitchen and lets be honest traditional pie takes a while…but these Blueberry Pie Bars don’t. Trust…
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Quick and easy lunch with some pesto love
Summer is in full swing and that means quick and easy lunches are a must. Something that is yummy, delicious and perfect for a quick bite in between swimming and a trip to the park…I love summer! Just a few ingredients Chicken salad is a favorite of mine. I love the traditional version with mayo, mustard and celery. I also love a fancier version with apple, cranberries and walnuts… but my favorite chicken salad is this Pesto Chicken Salad. It is light but still full of flavor. I use pulled rotisserie chicken. I love how easy it is but also the flavor. Even better at my local grocery store…
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A steakhouse night at home in no time
It is no secret that I love going to a nice steakhouse for a wonderful dinner, but it is even better when you can everything you love at home. ANYTIME you want!! Bringing the steak home To cook a nice steak dinner at home I like to go with a nice strip steak or a filet. I am a no bone steak kinda girl…but my rancher brother (& the other one too) is all about a bone in ribs eye. It is all up to you, just adjust cooking time as needed for thickness and desired doneness. To be rare or not? How do you like your steak cooked?…
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Homemade Oreo Whoopie Pies…YES please
So I am sucker for Oreo Cookies. There is usually a package of them in my pantry at all times. I have tried almost every variety but the classic is still my favorite. What is your favorite? Why make them yourself? I ask, why not? First, look how cute they are. Two little pillowy cakes with a creamy center…I’m in love. Second, they are DELICIOUS!! Third, they are SO EASY. Yes, they really are easy. I know I was surprised too but trust me they are really are so easy. Let’s talk cake The beauty of whoopee pies is that they are a cake and cupcake that had a…
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Celebrate with this berry trifle
The first long weekend of the summer is here. School is getting out. The days are getting longer and it is time to enjoy it all with family & friends. Trust me this berry trifle is a perfect way to enjoy it all! Berrylicious Everything Walking through the produce section of my local grocery stores and farmers markets I am overwhelmed with all the beautiful berries. With the long Holiday weekend here I want to highlight them in this amazing triple berry trifle. Even better it is red, white and blue making it perfect for Memorial Day (& the 4th of July too). Ok really it is perfect for any summer party…
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potato salad is a must have this weekend…
Memorial Day is fast approaching and that means it is time to start planning for the big BBQ you are going to be having and potato salad is a must have on our menu…and this potato salad is a delicious one!! Now I have made my fair share of potato salads over time but this definately one of my favorites. It all starts with the bacon. I mean any recipe that starts with bacon has to be yummy. Next comes the potatoes, I decided to roast the potatoes in just a tad bit of bacon grease (it’s just a little)…I mean I could have just stopped there and been so,…
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Ribs by James…
My brother James and my mom are HUGE fans of ribs. Anytime we go eat at any of our local BBQ joints (which we have several of here in Texas) they always order ribs. Me, I am more of a brisket and sausage gal, but that is for another day and another recipe. It is RIB time OK… now back to the ribs…being that my brother loves ribs & he loves to grill and smoke things he took it upon himself to make the best ribs ever…and I will admit they are really, really good. He experimented with several variations of this recipe but finally found the perfect combo of…
