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Category: RECIPES – Snacks

  • Beginners Raspberry Jam 101

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    Over the weekend, Stephen took the kids to his parent’s house while I went on an adventure with a friend to pick raspberries. The Sweetwater Berry Farm is located about an hour north of us up in the mountains in Ahwahnee California. We splurged and bought fresh basil and oregano, plumb tomatoes (with the intention…

  • Lemon Scones

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    These little scones are so light and fluffy. I found these on the SouleMama blog looking for more creative play ideas for my little ones. While they had homemade blueberry jam we enjoyed ours with plain fresh blueberries. My batter came out relatively sticky. Once I turned the dough out onto my floured board I…

  • Apple Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

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    Every time I got sick as a kid, my mom would make grilled cheese sandwiches with chicken noodle soup. Somehow, the combination always made me feel better. Today in my house, the traditional cheesier has been revamped to include extra vitamins and fiber. I serve these for lunch or snack. Butter (optional) 2 slices Wheat…

  • Apricot Bars

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    One evening after our youngest baby was born, a friend of mine (Diane Carter) brought us dinner and dessert. My niece was visiting at the time and we both agreed we had to have the recipe. Apricot Jam Powdered Sugar Crust / Topping: 1 1/2 cups flour 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup brown sugar 1…

  • BBQ Nachos

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    As a born and bred Southern Gal turned California chic, I occasionally get the hanker’n for some good ol’ southern barbecue. This summer I returned to my roots when I went to visit my family in South Florida. Before my arrival, my brother asked me what I wanted for dinner that night. I immediately requested,…

  • Sausage Bread

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    This recipes comes from an issue of the Southern Living magazine. It is one of my family’s favorite to go breakfast meals. These can be made up in advance and frozen. 1 (1 lb) package ground pork sausage, hot or mild 1 (11-oz) can refrigerated French bread dough 1 1/2 cups shredded pizza cheese blend…

  • Heavenly Snack Bars

    This is a recipe submitted by Sharon Chupp to the Family Circle Magazine. 2 cups crisp rice cereal 2 cups peanut butter flavored corn and oat cereal 2 cups marshmallows 2 cups chopped pecans 1 1/2 pounds white chocolate, chopped Coat a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine rice…

  • Nutty Popcorn Balls

    Nutty popcorn bars is a great new take on protein bars. This recipe came from the June 2007 Heath Magazine, created by David Gaus an Executive pastry chef in Washington DC. Beware! I can never only eat one.  They are so tasty. 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1 cup unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts 12 cups popcorn…

  • Peanut Butter Granola Balls

    This recipe comes from Everyday Foods magazine. It is easy enough for little kids to make. 1/3 cup Honey 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 tbsp butter 1 cup crisp rice cereal 1 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, cherries, or cranberries In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the honey,…

  • How To Make Homemade Rocket Pops

    I found this recipe, along with several other cool treats, on the internet some time ago. Sorry I do not remember the site. 2 Cups boiling water 1 Package Jell-o Gelatin Dessert, any red flavor 1 Cup sugar, divided 2 Cups cold water Ice cubes 16 Paper Or Plastic Cups — (5 oz) 1 Package…