Spring DIY: Goldfish Filled Carrots for Easter Baskets

Easter Goldfish carrots

Easter is just around the corner and I've been on the prowl for some Easter goodies to make for Truett's class.  I've seen these 'Easter Carrots' before but most of them were filled with candy; reese's pieces, orange jelly beans, orange m&ms, etc.  Because there is a little girl in Truett's class that's allergic to red dye (and yes, orange … [Read more...]

4 Ingredient Firecrackers, a 4th of July Snack

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Summer snacks are big deal when you have kids at your house all the time, and finding ones that are friendly on the pocketbook can sometimes be a challenge. I remember the first time I had these Firecrackers-crackers with seasoning, and they were delicious! I thought they'd make the perfect snack for this 4th of July! Recipe: Firecrackers … [Read more...]

3 Appetizing Party Food Recipes

Knorr's Spinach Dip

Just because you want to offer healthier snacks for your next party (and maybe the next Super Bowl party) doesn't mean you have to cut ALL the goodness out!  Offering foods that are cooler make a party lighter.    Try these 3 very simple, but tasty food ideas at your next get-together and I bet you're gonna be surprised at how big a hit they'll … [Read more...]

Meat and Potato Pie – Not Pretty but Good

Meat and Potato Pie Precooked

Nor is it healthy when topped with all that cheese but it's very good to eat and GREAT to make when feeding a large crew.  I've always seen this cooked in this way but would love to hear your variations if you make something similar. INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground beef ½ small onion chopped 6 to 8 saltine crackers, crushed 1 egg, beaten 1 can … [Read more...]