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Tasty Treat Tuesday: Strawberry Lemon Bread

August 21, 2012 by 1 Comment


My mouth is watering just looking at this picture.  This strawberry lemon bread looks so moist and light and refreshing.  I love that it uses fresh strawberries instead of preserves or syrups.  That totally makes it healthy, right? I am jsut trying to justify the several slices I will be eating.  Thanks for the recipe Recipe Biter!

Here’s what you need to make it:

  • 1/2 cup room temperature butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresher is better!!)
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 lb strawberries
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)

Here’s how to make it -> Strawberry Lemon Bread Tutorial

 

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Cooking With Kids Thursday: Banana Peanut Butter Sushi

August 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment

When I saw this meal idea, two things came to mind.  First is that this would be such a cute lunch to send with my preschooler and kindergardner to school.  Second is that this is the perfect lunch that my kids could make all by themselves.  They are always asking if they can help when I am prepping meals, and I am always freaking out as I watch them heading for a knife to “help” me.  Letting them make this gives them the opportunity to practice those cutting skills, while using a harmless butter knife.  Can you guess what we are having for lunch tomorrow?  Thanks I Love Easy Kids Recipes!

Here’s what you need to make this:

  • 1 (8″) soft whole wheat tortilla
  • 1 banana
  • 1T raisins
  • cinnamon
  • honey
  • 2T peanut butter

Here’s how to make it -> Banana Peanut Butter Sushi

 

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Tasty Treat Tuesday: Chocolate Chip Cookie Delight

August 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment

If you are a chocolate lover, then this super easy dessert is perfect for you!  The bottom layer is chocolate chip cookie dough, followed by cream cheese and cool whip, then chocolate pudding and then more cool whip.  It looks so delicious; I can’t wait to have a bite.  Thanks for another great recipe Taste of Home!

Here’s what you need to make this:

  • 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
  • 3 cups cold 2% milk
  • 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • Chopped nuts and chocolate curls, optional

Here’s how to make it -> Chocolate Chip Cookie Delight Tutorial

 

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Cooking With Kids Thursday: Edible Crayons

August 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment

These edible crayons are another fun way to get your kids excited about school starting again.  How fun would it be to let your kids invite friends over and have a big crayon making and eating party?!  Thanks Gourmet Mom On The Go!

Here’s what you need to make these:

  • Pretzel Rods
  • Candy Melts (or white chocolate bark/chocolate chips with a little of your favorite food coloring added)
  • Paper Labels (make them yourself or download here. Print on colored paper of your choice)

Here’s how to make them -> Edible Crayons Tutorial

 

 

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Tasty Treat Tuesday: Peach Crostata

August 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment


Not only are peaches in season right now, but they are also crazy cheap this week at my local grocery store.  Consequently, I have had peaches on the brain.  I have to find a way to use all of them before they go bad.  This yummy Peach Crostata just might be dessert tonight.  Lucky me!  Thanks Jenny Steffens!

Here’s what you need to make this:

  • 1 pie dough
  • 2 peaches, sliced (keep the skin on)
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1 pinch of nutmeg
  • 1 egg

Here’s how to make it -> Peach Crostata Tutorial

 

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