Looking for an easy healthy Christmas treat recipe? Grinch Kebobs are perfect. These work well for Christmas dinner appetizers or for class parties. This simple recipe is great for getting something healthy that kids will also love. These are so cute and you know kids will love them! [Read more…]

These adorable Rudolph Cookies are adorable, festive and so easy to make.

These Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies make a fun treat for kids (and adults) plus they are so easy to make that the kids can help. This recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and you may have most of them on hand already! See the full printable recipe below.

I love that these are peanut butter easy reindeer cookies. Many Christmas cookies are sugar cookies so these have a whole different taste profile.

Peanut Butter Rudolph Cookies Recipe Ingredients

1/2 cup Peanut Butter
1/2 cup Butter
1/2 cup Sugar
1/2 cup Brown Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla
1 Egg
1 1/3 cup Flour
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 tsp Salt
48 Red M&M’s
96 mini Chocolate Chips
Mini Twist Pretzels

Cream together peanut butter, butter, sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla and beat until smooth. Whisk together flour, baking soda and salt in a separate bowl.

Slowly add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating until incorporated. Roll into 1/2-3/4″ balls and place on cookie sheet several inches apart. Sprinkle with sugar and gently make an indentation slightly off the center of each cookie. Bake 12-14 minutes.

After you bake the Christmas Reindeer cookies, it is time to decorate! This is my favorite part.

• Place an M&M in the indentation of each cookie.
• Insert 2 mini chocolate chips (pointy side down) above the M&M to be the eyes.
• Insert 2 pretzel pieces to be the antlers.
• If the antlers won’t stick, place some chocolate chips in a sandwich bag and microwave 30 seconds and knead until soft. Clip the very tip of the corner and pipe onto cookie to act as glue.

Peanut Butter Rudolph Cookies Recipe

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Easy Peanut Butter Rudolph Cookies Recipe

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
• 1/2 cup Butter
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla
• 1 Egg
• 1 1/3 cup Flour
• 1 tsp Baking Soda
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 48 Red M&M's
• 96 mini Chocolate Chips
• Mini Twist Pretzels

Instructions

• Break pretzels into pieces to use as antlers.
• Preheat oven to 350.
• Cream together peanut butter, butter, sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
• Add egg and vanilla and beat until smooth.
• Whisk together flour, baking soda and salt in a separate bowl.
• Slowly add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating until incorporated.
• Roll into 1/2-3/4" balls and place on cookie sheet several inches apart.
• Sprinkle with sugar and gently make an indentation slightly off the center of each cookie.
• Bake 12-14 minutes.
• Place an M&M in the indentation of each cookie.
• Insert 2 mini chocolate chips (pointy side down) above the M&M to be the eyes.
• Insert 2 pretzel pieces to be the antlers.
• If the antlers won't stick, place some chocolate chips in a sandwich bag and microwave 30 seconds and knead until soft. Clip the very tip of the corner and pipe onto cookie to act as glue.

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This Strawberry Jello Pudding Pops Recipe is so simple and so tasty. It is so easy to make that your kids will love to help make them. The hardest part is waiting for them to freeze. I love that this recipe includes fresh fruit. It makes me feel a little better about eating it even though it is a treat.

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Getting breakfast on the table quickly can be a challenge. This recipe for make ahead sausage egg cheese muffins will make your mornings so easy. You just prepare the sausage egg cheese muffins ahead of time and freeze them. When you are ready to eat them, all you have to do is pop them in the microwave. It is so easy even your kids can prepare them!

Here are a few pictures of the recipe in process. Full recipe is below.

Fill the cups about ¾ of the way full with the hash browns.

Take half of the shredded cheese and sprinkle in the bottom of the cups. Repeat with half of the sausage crumble.Whisk the eggs together and fill the cups until almost full. Top with the second half of cheese and sausage.

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Make Ahead Sausage Egg & Cheese Muffins Recipe

This easy Make Ahead Sausage Egg & Cheese Muffins Recipe will make your mornings a breeze!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time40 mins

Total Time50 mins

Course: Breakfast

Servings: 12

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 4 cups shredded hash browns thawed
• 4 tablespoons butter melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 8 eggs
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ pound sausage cooked and crumbled

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400˚.
• In a large bowl combine the hash browns, butter, salt and pepper.
• Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Fill the cups about ¾ of the way full with the hash browns.
• Press with your fingers to mold the hash browns to the cups all the way to the top. Try to make the sides the same thickness all the way around for even cooking. Make sure there are hash browns on the bottom of the cup.
• Bake 20-25 minutes, or until they are starting to brown. Let cool slightly.
• Reduce oven to 350˚.
• Take half of the shredded cheese and sprinkle in the bottom of the cups.
• Repeat with half of the sausage crumble.
• Whisk the eggs together and fill the cups until almost full.
• Top with the second half of cheese and sausage.
• Bake until eggs are set, 20-25 minutes.
• To freeze: Let cool for two hours, then place muffins in a ziploc gallon bag until you're ready to enjoy. Microwave for a few minutes before serving for breakfast.

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I love these refillable squeeze tubes that you can use to make your own homemade yogurt tubes. What is great is that you can use plain greek yogurt and just add fresh fruit. We used blueberries but you could use any of your favorite berries including strawberries and raspberries. This really cuts down on the sugar that is included in most commercially prepared portable squeeze yogurt tubes. Also, many of the yogurt tubes you buy at the store have artificial colors and flavors. Without too much time and trouble at all, you can make your own yogurt tubes that are made from simple fresh ingredients. You AND your kids will love them! [Read more…]

If you are looking for a fun an easy Christmas treat, these Grinch Cookie Pops are sure to be a hit. They are so easy to make with Oreos, melting candy and red starbursts. I love that they are a bit subtle but anyone who is fan of the grinch will recognize the grinch green and tiny red heart.

And what happened, then? Well, in Whoville they say – that the Grinch’s small heart grew three sizes that day. And then – the true meaning of Christmas came through, and the Grinch found the strength of ten Grinches, plus two!

Grinch Cookie Pops Ingredients

Mint Oreos – You should be able to find these at your grocery store but can also substitute classic Oreos if needed

12oz Wilton light green melting candy

Red Starbursts – can just buy a multipack and pull out the red ones. You need about 10.

White sugar sprinkles

Lollipop sticks

mini heart cutter

How to Make Oreo Cookie Pops

Directions-
1. Lay out a piece of parchment paper and place your light green candy melts into a microwave safe bowl
2. Heat your candy melts on 50% power for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted

3. Dip the end of your lollipop sticks into the melted light green chocolate, open an Oreo, place your stick inside, and sandwich the Oreo back together

4. Freeze your Oreos pops for a couple minutes so the chocolate hardens on the stick, then dip them into your melted chocolate making sure each side is covered, letting the excess chocolate drip off and place onto your parchment paper

5. Open about 10 Starbursts and roll them together between two pieces of parchment paper

6. Use your heart shaped cookie cutter to cut out small hearts and place them onto each green pop
7. Sprinkle with your white sugar and enjoy

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Grinch Cookie Pops

These fun & easy Grinch cookie pops will by the hit of any holiday party.

Ingredients

• Mint Oreos
• 12 oz Wilton light green melting candy
• Red Starbursts
• White sugar sprinkles
• Lollipop sticks

Instructions

• Lay out a piece of parchment paper and place your light green candy melts into a microwave safe bowl
• Heat your candy melts on 50% power for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted
• Dip the end of your lollipop sticks into the melted light green chocolate, open an Oreo, place your stick inside, and sandwich the Oreo back together
• Freeze your Oreos pops for a couple minutes so the chocolate hardens on the stick, then dip them into your melted chocolate making sure each side is covered, letting the excess chocolate drip off and place onto your parchment paper
• Open about 10 Starbursts and roll them together between two pieces of parchment paper
• Use your heart shaped cookie cutter to cut out small hearts and place them onto each green pop
• Sprinkle with your white sugar and enjoy

I am always on the look out for quick and easy recipes that help me get dinner on the table fast. This easy red pepper chicken recipe does just that. You can make it very simply by seasoning the chicken and cooking it in a pan. This recipe is great for picky eaters too because you can control the amount of seasoning on each chicken piece. My kids prefer a bit less seasoning on their chicken and with recipes like this that is simple. If you want to take this recipe to the next level, you can also make a sauce with a bit of cream cheese, heavy cream and bacon and top everything with it. It isn’t as healthy but it sure is yummy! You really can’t go wrong with heavy cream and bacon. Mmmmm.

See the full printable recipe below.

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Quick & Easy Red Pepper Chicken Recipe

Prep Time3 mins

Cook Time16 mins

Total Time19 mins

Servings: 4 -6

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 2 Pounds chicken breasts
• 1 Red pepper sliced
• 3 Garlic cloves minced
• ¼ Cup green onions sliced
• ½ Tsp chili pepper chopped
• 1 Tsp onion powder
• ½ Tsp ginger powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• In a bowl, season the chicken with the salt, pepper, chili pepper, onion powder and ginger powder.
• Transfer to a skillet or pan over medium heat and cook each side for 8 minutes.
• Add the red pepper and cook for additional 4-5 minutes.
• Serve, side with rice and corn.
• Enjoy.
• Tips: You can also make a sauce with a bit of cream cheese, heavy cream and bacon and top everything with it.

Simple ingredients can make the best meals and this easy beef bowl recipe proves just that. This recipe requires a bit of chopping and just 5 minutes of cooking. You can easily get this tasty dinner on the table in less than 15 minutes! If you are strapped for time at night, you can chop everything earlier in the day or even on the weekend. This recipe makes 3 to 4 servings. Depending on your taste you can either leave the cabbage and red pepper raw or cook them with the beef. I personally prefer them cooked with the beef.

If you like easy Asian inspired dinners, you should also check out this recipe.

Easy Kung Pao Chicken Recipe

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Homemade Easy Beef Bowl Recipe

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time15 mins

Servings: 3 -4

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 2 Pounds beef
• 4 Tbsps olive oil
• 2 Tbsps organic soy sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 Red bell pepper sliced
• 1 Cup grated red cabbage
• 1 Cup cooked rice noodles
• 1 Tbsp black sesame seeds
• 1 Tbsp chopped chives

Instructions

• Cook the noodle following the packaging instructions and set aside
• Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Place the beef, stir with soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
• Cook for 5 minutes or until desired doneness.
• Place the meat, noodles, cabbage, and red pepper in a bowl.
• Sprinkle everything with black sesame seeds and chives.
• Serve and enjoy.
• Cook the cabbage and red pepper together with the beef if desired

Looking for a fun and easy treat for you and your kids? Then you will want to check out this simple nutella milkshake recipe. So easy but looks very special when you add the nutella on the rim and the sprinkles. I promise I won’t tell anyone how easy it is to make this yummy and super cute treat! [Read more…]

Looking for an easy  refreshing summer drink made with just a few simple ingredients? This easy peach lemonade recipe is just what you need. The lemonade is made with lemon juice, a fresh peach, and agave nectar. If you want to add a refreshing twist to this recipe you could also add fresh mint.

This recipe is great for every day or even a party. You can feel good serving it to your friends and family because it has no artificial ingredients.

I love these cute paper straws to dress up drinks. Everything just seems more fun with a cute paper straw.

Fresh Easy Peach Lemonade Recipe

(scroll down to bottom of page for printable recipe)

Ingredients

2 Cups lemon juice

1 Peach

Agave nectar to taste

Ice

Directions

Slice and pit the peach.

Place the peach slices, lemon juice, and agave nectar in a blender.

Blend well.

Serve over ice, garnish with lemon slices and enjoy.

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Easy Peach Lemonade Recipe

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 2 Cups lemon juice
• 1 Peach
• Agave nectar to taste
• Ice
• Mint if desired

Instructions

• Slice and pit the peach.
• Place the peach slices, lemon juice, and agave nectar in a blender.
• Blend well.
• Serve over ice, garnish with lemon slices and enjoy.
• Add fresh mint if desired

Making asian food at home always has me a bit intimidated. However, this easy Kung Pao chicken recipe is so simple that is perfect for the home cook and is sure to become a family favorite. You need just a few simple ingredients that you cook and mix together for a tasty meal. This recipe is wonderful when you serve with a side of rice. You can also add some sriracha sauce to spice things up.

If you don’t want to steam the vegetables, you can instead add the vegetables to the chicken while it’s getting cooked. The full printable recipe is below. This recipe is great to use up the chicken I purchase in bulk from Zaycon Foods.

Easy Kung Pao Chicken Recipe Ingredients

This recipe requires juts a few ingredients.

½ Pound boneless chicken

1 Tbsp tamari sauce

1 Tbsp rice vinegar

1 Tbsp sesame oil

¼ Cup chopped carrots, steamed

¼ Cup chopped green beans, steamed

¼ Cup peas, steamed

¼ Cup corn, steamed

Sesame seeds to taste

Easy Kung Pao Chicken Recipe Directions

First cut the chicken in cubes and take to a pan over medium heat. Next cook the chicken for 1 minute. Add the tamari sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, and continue cooking until the chicken is golden brown and set aside. In a bowl mix the carrots, green beans, peas and corn. If you don’t want to steam the vegetables, you can instead add the vegetables to the chicken while it’s getting cooked. Add the cooked chicken and mix it. Top with sesame seeds, serve and enjoy. YUM!

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Easy Kung Pao Chicken Recipe

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp tamari sauce
• 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 Tbsp sesame oil
• ¼ Cup chopped carrots steamed
• ¼ Cup chopped green beans steamed
• ¼ Cup peas steamed
• ¼ Cup corn steamed
• Sesame seeds to taste

Instructions

• Cut the chicken in cubes and take to a pan over medium heat.
• Cook the chicken for 1 minute.
• Add the tamari sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, and continue cooking until the chicken is golden brown and set aside.
• In a bowl mix the carrots, green beans, peas and corn.
• Add the cooked chicken and mix it.
• Top with sesame seeds, serve and enjoy.

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Strawberry Chocolate Pancake Muffins Recipe

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 1 Egg
• 1 Cup milk
• 1 Tbsp sugar
• 1 Cup flour
• 1 Tsp baking powder
• ⅓ Cup Cocoa powder
• 1 Cup strawberries sliced

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350F.
• Grease a muffin pan.
• In a medium bowl mix the egg, milk, and sugar.
• Add the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder.
• Mix well until the batter has no lumps.
• Then add ½ cup strawberries and carefully mix until incorporated.
• Pour the batter into the pan, and top with the strawberries.
• Take to the oven for 15-20 minutes or until done.
• Serve and enjoy.

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Are you looking for fun patriotic snacks for Fourth of July or Memorial Day? Then you will want to make these cute American Flag pretzels. They are adorable and easy to make with just 5 ingredients and a microwave. This recipe makes about 14 pretzels and takes about 30 minutes. The full printable recipe is below.

Ingredients-
2 Cups white candy melts
1 Cup blue candy melts
1 Cup red candy melts
Star sprinkles (sort out the white ones)
Pretzels rods

You will also need-
Parchment paper
3 microwave safe bowls
Ziplock style bag
3 mixing spoons

Directions-
1. In three separate microwave safe bowl’s, microwave your candy melts on 50% power for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until Melted
2. Lay a piece of parchment paper down on the table

3. Dip your pretzel rod into your white chocolate to cover almost all the way (leave a spot to hold the pretzel) and place onto you parchment paper to harden

4. Once hardened, dip the end of your white pretzel rod into your blue chocolate and placed back on your parchment paper

5. Sprinkle on your star sprinkles while the blue chocolate is still soft

6. Pour your melted red chocolate into a plastic Ziploc bag and cut a very small tip off the corner
7. Drizzle your melted red chocolate over the white part of your pretzel and let harden. This doesn’t have to be perfect you can see in the pictures that we just went back and forth a few times and they look great.

The last step is to enjoy your patriotic snacks with friends and family. These are so simple to make that older kids can even help but they look like you were slaving in the kitchen.

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Patriotic Snacks - American Flag Pretzels

Easy but adorable patriotic snacks of pretzels with an American Flag theme.

Prep Time30 mins

Total Time30 mins

Servings: 14

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 2 Cups white candy melts
• 1 Cup blue candy melts
• 1 Cup red candy melts
• Star sprinkles sort out the white ones
• Pretzels rods

Instructions

• In three separate microwave safe bowl's, microwave your candy melts on 50% power for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until Melted
• Lay a piece of parchment paper down on the table
• Dip your pretzel rod into your white chocolate to cover almost all the way (leave a spot to hold the pretzel) and place onto you parchment paper to harden
• Once hardened, dip the end of your white pretzel rod into your blue chocolate and placed back on your parchment paper
• Sprinkle on your star sprinkles while the blue chocolate is still soft
• Pour your melted red chocolate into a plastic Ziploc bag and cut a very small tip off the corner
• Drizzle your melted red chocolate over the white part of your pretzel and let harden

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Looking for a fun spring or summer dessert? Then consider this yummy easy key lime pie in a jar recipe.  This recipe is so easy to make but looks very special. Your friends will be so impressed with this great dessert and you don’t have to tell them how easy it was to make. There is just something about an individual dessert in a jar that takes it to the next level.

If you can’t be in Florida having Key Lime Pie then this is the next best thing. This would work great for dinner parties or even a wedding or baby shower. This would also be a simple and cute dessert for Easter.

Each individual pie is made in 4 oz Jelly Canning Jar. These are available for purchase on Amazon.

Easy Key Lime Pie in a Jar Recipe

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Easy Key Lime Pie In a Jar Recipe

Key Lime Pie in a Jar (Yield 8 jars)

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 1 cup crushed Graham Crackers
• 2 tbsp melted Butter
• 3 Egg Yolks
• 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
• 1/2 cup fresh Key Lime Juice.
• Whipped Cream
• 8 4 oz Jars

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350.
• Mix graham crackers and butter until well mixed.
• Press 1/8 of the mixture in the bottom of each jar.
• Combine egg yolks, condensed milk and lime juice. Beat just until smooth.
• Divide lime mixture evenly between jars.
• Place jars on baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
• Allow to cool for 1 hour then cover and refrigerate to chill.
• When ready to serve, top with whipped cream and lime zest.

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