Deliciously sweet and bursting with flavor, Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting is made with real strawberries-either fresh or frozen! Several years ago now, we celebrated the upcoming birth of the first granddaughter in our family. Up to that point, we'd had six grandsons but no … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Waffle Pops
Valentine's Day Waffle Pops are the perfect party treat! Next time, skip the cupcakes and hand out these cute treats instead. Waffle Pops are a popular fair food that bridges the gap between breakfast and dessert. To turn them into a sweet valentine, try using stroopwafels … [Read more...]
Red, White and Blue Slush
Add a touch of festive "sparkle" to your table with a patriotic Red, White and Blue Slush! Each layer is filled with fruity goodness and as they combine you get a fun tie dye effect. It's a refreshing and family-friendly drink for any summer celebration! There's just … [Read more...]
Birthday Cake Jello Cups
Delight your guests with these Birthday Cake Jello Cups. Layers of sweet cake flavored gelatin are cool and creamy, and so much fun to serve! What is it about layered desserts that makes them so appealing? I just love how these birthday treats turned out! They make the party … [Read more...]
Eggnog Punch: kid-friendly Christmas recipe
Enjoy this creamy and family-friendly Eggnog Punch during the holidays this season! It's perfect for office or classroom parties. Now, I know not everyone is a fan of eggnog. There seems to be two camps in the eggnog kingdom. The "I love this stuff and I can't wait until … [Read more...]
Pink Punch & Blue Punch: easy baby shower recipes
Make either this baby blue punch or the pretty pink punch for a cute addition to any baby shower. Only a few ingredients needed for each one! I hosted a baby shower for my sister-in-law and another lady in our church. One is having a boy and one a girl, so we did a … [Read more...]
Easy Luau Recipes and Ideas: Mango Salsa
Fresh and easy, this Mango Salsa is perfect for dipping or as a topping on fish and chicken! Make it along with other easy luau recipes and ideas for the perfect backyard party this summer! Last week we celebrated the end of the homeschool co-op year with a luau. We studied … [Read more...]
How to Cook Hot Dogs for a Crowd
Not everyone wants to be stuck behind a grill during the picnic! If you have to cook hot dogs for a crowd, there's an easy way to do it-in the slow cooker! Crockpot Hot Dogs are a thing, and they are delicious! It's summertime and the outdoor grilling season is in full swing. … [Read more...]
BBQ Pulled Pork Bratwurst
Try something different for your next BBQ and make BBQ pulled pork bratwurst instead of a boring hot dog! The crunchy slaw pulls it all together! This morning we woke up to snow. Well, our friends and family in Colorado woke up to snow. And they shared it on Facebook, which I … [Read more...]
Rainbow Slush Punch
This Rainbow Slush Punch is perfect for St. Patrick's Day parties or any cheery spring-themed occasion! Aaaaahhh, top o' the mornin' to you! St. Patrick's Day is around the corner and that means my Pinterest feed is full of chocolate and mint desserts, rainbows and gold coins. … [Read more...]
Pizza Bites and Ritz Cookies: Game Day Snacks
I don't know if food bars are really anything new, but I love the whole idea. They make party preparation SO MUCH EASIER. There's no need to worry about who likes what, who's allergic, who's vegetarian or if things are kid-friendly. Just start with a great blank canvas like Ritz … [Read more...]
Avengers Birthday Party
Throw the most amazing Avengers birthday party with these simple decor and food ideas and then check out the awesome party games, too! The end of July begins the birthday cycle in our family. It really begins in earnest in September (we celebrate a birthday every two weeks … [Read more...]