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Muddy buddies are my favorite. Could you think of any better then melted peanut butter, and chocolate! How about adding some marshmallows for S'mores Muddy Buddies. S'mores Muddy Buddies Muddy buddies have always been a favorite of mine. Growing up we always called it puppy chow. I could eat way to much of it each time we made it. It's also such a simple dessert recipe and everyone usually enjoys it. I ended up making this last … [Read more...]
Super simple to make these Cheesy Hot Dog Roll Ups are a favorite in my house. Just a few simple ingredients and an easy dinner to lunch that you are going to love is ready. Cheesy Hot Dog Roll Ups This recipe is so simple and while I have been making it for year I never shared it. That is until I served them to a friend said she never thought about making hot dogs this way. Now it's a one of her kids favorite meals. My mother-in-law was … [Read more...]
Pancakes are my family's favorite breakfast! I've been making Pancake Recipe for years and this Pancake Recipe is my favorite! I even keep a homemade pancake mix on hand which makes breakfast super easy! Homemade Pancake Recipe I probably make pancakes for the family at least once a week. My boys love them, I think my oldest son could eat them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Can you blame him though? Fluffy carbs covered in syrup! I'm … [Read more...]
These simple and tasty Baked Ranch Chicken Tenders are a family favorite. We love serving them with ranch for dipping, because the more ranch the better! Baked Ranch Chicken Tenders Chicken tenders have always been a favorite of mine and I'm sure it's no surprise they re a favorite of my kids also. Plus I serve them with even more ranch for dipping and my kids will eat just about anything if I let them dip it in ranch ;) We … [Read more...]
A childhood favorite done a new way! This Sloppy Joe Casserole is a family favorite you are going to want to try. My entire family cleaned their plates for this one! Sloppy Joe Casserole I've made this Sloppy Joe Casserole so many time for friends and family and every time someone ask me for the recipe. It's really so simple to make but something so many people love. It's also the perfect meal for the freezer or to pass on to a friend … [Read more...]
Nothing better then comfort food in your slow cooker! I love this recipe for Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese it's my favorite way to make mac and cheese and comes out perfect every time! Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese My kids LOVE mac and cheese. It's the one meal they would never turn down. Can you blame them though? Carbs covered in cheese, it's kinda amazing! I've made Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese several times in the past and even have updated … [Read more...]
An easy breakfast or a healthy snack this Strawberry Banana Smoothie is perfect for either. Two of my favorite fruits blended up in one. Strawberry Banana Smoothie My kids are big smoothie fans. Even though my youngest hides in his room because the blender is to loud he still loves it when the blender is off and he can drink one! This smoothie is really simple to make just 5 simple ingredients you have a simple breakfast or healthy snack. … [Read more...]
Creamy and cheesy baked macaroni baked with more cheese on topped. Made from scratch just like grandma use to make it, this Baked Macaroni and Cheese is a winning recipe. Baked Macaroni and Cheese One of the BEST ways to make Mac and cheese hands down. My oldest son is the Mac and cheese king and I am sure he is 90%noodles at this point. This recipe is so simple to make and you will not be able to stop eating it, which is why we call it … [Read more...]
The perfect combination of two classic comfort foods. This Pizza Mac and Cheese is simple to make and going to wow! Pizza Mac and Cheese Mac and Cheese is my oldest Son's all time favorite food. His face light up when I told him that I was making Mac and Cheese for dinner. My youngest on the other hand likes Mac and Cheese but his favorite is Pizza. As you can gather this dinner was a HIT with both kids which makes the best mom ever, … [Read more...]
These simple Strawberry Muffins are made with yogurt and fresh diced strawberries. They are the perfect treat and a recipe you are going to love. Strawberry Muffins Strawberries are my favorite fruit and I love when they are in season. We replanting another trip to the strawberry farm to pick and I will be making these muffins again! How to make Strawberry Muffins: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a muffin tin with liners or … [Read more...]
This simple Strawberry Lemonade is the perfect summer drink and is made with two simple ingredients. It's perfect for summer days and what we will be making all season long. Strawberry Lemonade The perfect summer recipe! This Strawberry Lemonade is what I will be sipping on pool side all year long. How to make Strawberry Lemonade: Start by preparing your frozen lemonade concentrate to package directions. Mine just called for mixing … [Read more...]
The easiest weeknight dinner recipe and one my kids love! This Ham and Swiss Sliders is so simple to make. I topped mine with melted butter, seasoning, and grated parmesan. Ham and Swiss Sliders I could eat Hawaiian sweet rolls by the dozen! It's my favorite kind of bread. Needless to say these Ham and Swiss Sliders are a favorite of mine. It all started with my Easy Italian Sliders and sine then I went slider crazy, making so many … [Read more...]
The best breakfast recipe. These Blueberry Pancakes and Homemade Blueberry Syrup are perfect for weekend breakfast with the family. Blueberry Pancakes and Homemade Blueberry Syrup Fruit and pancakes are the best thing EVER! If could serve up these pancakes every weekend I would. But to tell you the truth my husband hates blueberries. He's a strange one for sure. I actually ended up making these for dinner one day for me and the kids when … [Read more...]
A classic dish done a different way! These Baked Sloppy Joes have all the classic flavor that you love but we skipped the bun and baked them in a biscuit. Baked Sloppy Joes I'm sure you can guess by just looking at them but this was a favorite for the kids. I couldn't believe how much my 4 year old ate! He even wanted leftovers for lunch the next day. And as you know getting kids to eat leftovers can be like pulling teeth. I made a classic … [Read more...]
5 Ingredients and less then 30 minutes to make this Pepperoni Pizza Casserole is a recipe that you will love just as much as the kids do. It's simple and easy and a real crowd pleaser. Pepperoni Pizza Casserole Feeding littles ones isn't always easy. I think my boys are pretty good eaters but they can be picky about some things. My oldest who does't like pizza actually ended up loving this Pepperoni Pizza Casserole! Go figure. He is my big … [Read more...]
These simple Cheerio Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares have the perfect combination of salty and sweet. Cereal melted with marshmallows, drizzles in chocolate, then topped off with a pretzel. Cheerio Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares These Cheerio Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares are such a treat! This recipe is one that my kids LOVE! I'm sure you can guess why. There favorite cereal with melted marshmallows and topped off with a chocolate drizzle. … [Read more...]
The perfect breakfast and my kids favorite muffin recipe. These Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are simple to make and can be frozen for a quick breakfast all week. Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins I love a good muffin recipe and when they are bite size and it's totally acceptable to eat like 5 then I really love them. These Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins make the perfect breakfast. My kids love how little they are and I love … [Read more...]
This Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie Casserole has the classic flavor that you love from a pot pie. Skip the crust and just add biscuits instead. It's simple to make a recipe that you are going to love. Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie Casserole I love simple recipes like this Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie Casserole. It's classic comfort food made in casserole form. Doesn't get much better then that. I made a some what thicker version of the inside then places … [Read more...]
Toss it and forget it. This simple Slow Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce is the perfect sweet treat and so simple to make. With sliced apples and a dash of cinnamon and brown sugar this recipe is one that everyone in the family will enjoy. Slow Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce My kids could drink applesauce. It's one of their favorite things and they really enjoyed making this recipe with me. I had a hard time though because one of my helpers couldn't … [Read more...]
Easy to make and a recipe the kids will love. These Muffin Tin Corn Dogs make the perfect quick lunch recipe. Muffin Tin Corn Dogs These are my kids favorite lunch! You can make a lot and freeze them for later! If you are serving three growing boys like me then you may not have any leftover though ;) I serve mine served with ketchup for dipping. When you are ready to start cooking preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a mini … [Read more...]
