I used to bake a lot, (I used to cook a lot too) but between our busy schedules, all the activities, and my shift of interests (social media lol) I just don’t ever seem to find the time anymore.
When Collective Bias asked for participants to bake with the kids and give the baked good to someone in need I jumped at the chance. Not only could I take a break and share my love of baking with my boys but I would also be brightening a friend’s day too. We made peanut butter cookies that... Baking with the Boys
I used to bake a lot, (I used to cook a lot too) but between our busy schedules, all the activities, and my shift of interests (social media lol) I just don’t ever seem to find the time anymore.
When Collective Bias asked for participants to bake with the kids and give the baked good to someone in need I jumped at the chance. Not only could I take a break and share my love of baking with my boys but I would also be brightening a friend’s day too. We made peanut butter cookies that... Cooking School At Giant Eagle Market District
A few weeks ago I was invited to attend a cooking class at the Giant Eagle Market District in Robinson. I have never taken a formal cooking class and I love watching all of the cooking shows on The Food Network, so I was very excited to see what it was all about. Being at the Market District Cooking School was like having a front row seat to a cooking show on TV.
The class, taught by Chef Scott Weddell, was called Under Pressure and it introduced us to the technique of sous vide... Rice Krispies Holiday Recipe Box Challenge ~ Gingerbread Rice Krispies Treats
You may remember earlier this year I took part in a Rice Kripies Challenge for Easter through The Motherhood. Throughout the year there have been several rounds of challenges all loaded with fantastic ideas and recipes. To finish out the year Rice Krispies issued one final challenge and asked the ambassadors who participated throughout the year to come back for one more round! This time our theme was Holiday Recipe Box. Here is my submission for this final round, I hope you... It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year ~Cold Stone Creamery Hot Cocoa Time
I am not a fan of cold weather, but the change in climate is perfect reason to break out the hot cocoa. I don’t drink coffee, so when others are reaching for their cup of joe, I go for the hot cocoa. Even though I drink hot cocoa all year round, it always tastes best during the cold winter months.
Last week we were visiting family after Thanksgiving so my husband could go deer hunting on my aunt’s property. Normally when we visit the kids are outside with their cousins from... Tempt My Tummy Tuesday ~ Easy Chicken Parmesan Toss Up
I used to participate in Tempt My Tummy Tuesday hosted by Blessed With Grace and for some reason I stopped. I miss doing it so I am going to start again! There are always great recipes each week so if you are looking for something new make sure you go check out Tempt My Tummy Tuesday
Chicken Parmesan Toss Up
Serves ~ 6-8
Stove to table time ~ approx 30 minutes
Ingredients
3 lb bag of frozen chicken
4 cloves fresh garlic
1 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups Ragu spaghetti sauce
16 oz box of pasta (I... Heinz Ketchup Launches New Dip & Squeeze Package
There’s a new ketchup in town; Heinz® Dip & Squeeze™ Ketchup package! It’s the biggest innovation in ketchup packaging in more than 42 years! Since its unveiling earlier this year people have been asking where they can try it; so now I’m excited to share with you that Heinz is launching the “Ketchup Road Trip” and bringing samples of Dip & Squeeze™ Ketchup to you! The road trip will make stops in four different cities during the months of November and... Chinese Take Out At Home ~ P.F. Chang’s Home Menu Giveaway
Looking for a quick, easy dinner before you run out to soccer practice? Tired of hot dogs and chicken nuggets? If you like Chinese food and are looking for something quick and yummy, you should Try P.F. Chang’s Home Menu frozen entrees. They come in 8 varieties sure to please the Asian food lover in any family.
The thing that I really like about these dinners (besides the awesome taste!) is that they are made with WHOLE vegetables, not tiny little pieces of carrot, broccoli stems, and... Bacon or Chocolate? Why Choose
Over the last week or so Collective Bias has started a little debate on Twitter called #baconorchocolate. We have been asking people if they had to choose between bacon or chocolate, which would be their choice. I say why should you have to choose! Put chocolate on your bacon!
Here is a little recipe I tried out over the weekend that would be great for upcoming tailgating and football parties.
Brown Sugar Chicken Dipped in Chocolate
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken breasts
1 package of... Hillshire Farm Sandwich Showdown at Blogher ~ Final Round
WOW I made it to the final round of the Hillshire Farm Sandwich Showdown! I can’t believe it. Now I am up against Lisa @crazyadventures and it looks like she’s got a crazy good recipe she’s gonna whip up. While we are waiting to start,
we syke each other out.
we stalk Ree Drummond (I really love this woman.) We sent the Hillshire Farm guy after her!
We get our picture with Ree (OMG she remembers meeting me last year at BlogHer!)
We have a conversation with Ree (OMG... Hillshire Farm Sandwich Showdown at Blogher ~ Round 3
When I signed up for the Hillshire Farm Sandwich Showdown at Blogher I never imagined I would make it to the Semi-Final round but I did! It’s round 3 and I’m up against Renae @madamedeals Liz @lizzydear and Lisa @crazyadventures, some really tough competition! Only 2 of us will make it to the final round. My nerves are shot lol.
My recipe for round 3 was inspired by a local Pittsburgh restaurant called Pirmanti Brothers. At Pirmanti’s the put the side dishes (cole slaw... 
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