Monthly Archives: August 2011

Meatloaf Cupcakes

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Have you noticed the cupcake craze lately? I’ve seen lasagna cupcakes, taco cupcakes, mac and cheese cupcakes, etc…. I like the idea of that, actually. It’s a nice serving size for someone like me, who always takes way too much … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Pumpkin fluff frosting

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The Fall season is almost here, and that’s my favorite of all seasons.:)  It really felt like Fall today with a high of only 69 and there was a light cool breeze with rain. I’ve been craving something with pumpkin … Continue reading

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My weekend, so far anyways…

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Taken at North Long Lake, by Brainerd, MN.

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Bubble Up Pizza

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You guys liked the bubble up enchiladas so much, that I decided to try the bubble up pizza version of it. I’ve seen it pinned so many times now, that the enchilada version has become my most popular post on … Continue reading

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Zenith Salsa

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This is quite possibly the best salsa ever. My brother and I would request a jar of it, every time from my Aunt.  At my bridal shower, my aunt finally  gave me the recipe and I was so happy. I … Continue reading

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Enchilada Lasagna

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I never knew how easy it was to make your own enchilada sauce. Alton Brown really nailed this one I think. It’s better than the stuff you get in the can. From now on, I’ll be making my own enchilada … Continue reading

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Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

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I haven’t done much canning yet this year. I think canning is a stupid name for it anyway. Why do they call it canning when you’re putting all your produce in jars? Shouldn’t it be called jarring? My tomatoes are … Continue reading

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Pork Chops with Cherry Couscous

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Pork Chops with Cherry Couscous is a dish where the flavors blend together very nicely. The lemon juice gives it a nice hint of freshness in the end. I loved the different textures and biting into the almonds and dried … Continue reading

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S’mores Cups

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I have to admit, I haven’t been the greatest dieter lately. I’m getting married in October and I keep on making treats. Like these S’mores cups. These are ok to eat though, because they’re made in mini muffin tins. Mini … Continue reading

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Ice Cream Balls

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Who doesn’t love going to get a snack at Dairy Queen on hot summer days? What’s your favorite treat to get there? I like to get Dilly Bars and my favorite is the mint and the butterscotch flavor. Now you … Continue reading

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Pyrotechnics Guild International

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Every 5 years, the PGI tour comes to West Fargo, ND and every year it’s AMAZING. They did a tribute to 911 and that was my favorite part of the show. There was a rain delay and that caused problems … Continue reading

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Mojito Pops

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I was going to make a post about ways to use up fresh mint in your garden. I planted fresh mint last year and it came back this year, and spread like mad. It really does grow like a weed.  … Continue reading

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Make your own Body Scrub

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I know what you’re thinking. A recipe for body scrub… have you gone mad? Nope. I haven’t. I thought this blog needed something else, since I’m interested in other things like gardening, photography, crafting, and of course cooking. Why not … Continue reading

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Peach and Blueberry Crisp | Weight Watchers Recipe

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I have been searching for a way to make dessert crisps healthy, and I think I found it. The recipe even has butter in it which is a huge plus for me. I stumbled upon this Weight Watcher Recipe for … Continue reading

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It’s “Chopped” time again

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Awhile back, I asked my facebook readers to leave 4 ingredients for me to try and make a new recipe out of.  Kind of like the show Chopped on Food Network where they give you 4 crazy ingredients to make … Continue reading

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Berry Swirl Ice Pops

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I love how pretty these ice pops look and they’re so good too. I think they’re by far the best ice pop recipe, I tried thus far. The recipe calls for a cup of heavy cream, but I think almond … Continue reading

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