Super Sweet Cookie Sandwiches

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Super Sweet Cookie Sandwiches
Sandwiches. The word makes most people think of lunch. Or maybe a casual dinner or picnic in the park. Not me. I don’t think turkey on wheat or sourdough BLT. Nope, I’m thinking dessert. Only good things can happen when you replace the sandwich bread with cookies and start getting creative! Here are three of my favorite ways to make this lunch staple into a dessert masterpiece. 1. Classic Ice Cream Sandwich I loooove a homemade ice cream s... Read More

April Showers Bring May Flowers

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April Showers Bring May Flowers
Have you ever wondered if the phrase, “April showers bring May flowers” is actually true? Who knows with the crazy weather that’s been happening lately…I’ll tell you one thing—if you’ve got a can of edible spray paint and some Pillsbury Sugar Cookies dough, you can definitely turn showers into flowers! For these easy but creative cookies, start by rolling out the dough about ¼ inch thick. Using cookie cutters if you have them,... Read More

Classy Bachelorette Party

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Classy Bachelorette Party
Take the trash out of your bachelorette bash! It’s wedding season again! And with it comes its seedy, tacky cousin: bachelorette season. But wait. Did you know it’s possible to throw a classy bachelorette affair that doesn’t sacrifice fun? And that it’s possible to end up with pictures of the night that a bride would be proud to share with her parents? GASP! If you’re the lucky one in charge of planning, your first step is to choo... Read More

Five Delicious Springtime Risottos

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Five Delicious Springtime Risottos
Risottos are perfect for spring, when it's still too chilly for a grilled-only diet, but too warm for heavy stews and casseroles. And despite what some crabby celebrity chefs tell us, it is not that big a deal. Really. Once you have the basic risotto technique under your belt, your only limit is your imagination. There are a couple of important points, though. First, you really should use homemade stock (broth). It does make that big of a d... Read More

How to Make Soda Cake

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How to Make Soda Cake
You can make a moist, sweet cake with just two ingredients, and here's how. If you love baked goods, but measuring out ingredients to a T isn't exactly your thing, you might find that soda cakes can help ease your aversion to the science of baking – mostly because they're flippin' easy to make. The best part about soda cake is that you only need two ingredients: a packaged cake mix and a can of diet soda. Why does it have to be diet? Wel... Read More
How to Use Cream Cheese In An Appetizer
Cream cheese is super versatile, rich and loved by all, making it a perfect party app ingredient. If you thought cream cheese was just for bagels – think again. This stuff is awesome in sweet, savory and spicy dishes, adding a creamy richness that enhances the flavor and texture of just about anything. Here are a few ways you can use cream cheese to make your appetizers seem more like the main attraction. Use cream cheese's putty-like co... Read More

Mom Kebabs

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Mom Kebabs
Mother's Day is the perfect time to show your mom how much you really care. After all, you only owe her your life. Literally. So how do you thank her for packing your lunch for all those years, driving you all around town, and that whole giving you life thing? Mom kebabs, perhaps? These kebabs are so cute and creative that they’ll prove you went the extra mile for yo mama, but they’re so fast and easy you’ll be able to spend more time w... Read More

Mother’s Day Mini Meatloaves

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Mother’s Day Mini Meatloaves
If your Mom served you meatloaf when you were growing up, why not show her how grown up you are now by making her these Mini Meatloaves? These adorable little meatloaf “muffins” come together so quickly and take very little time to cook, making them perfect for a take-along picnic lunch or dinner on Mother’s Day, or any other day of the year! Combine ground beef, onion, garlic, mushrooms, carrots, parsley, barbecue sauce, egg, bre... Read More

Sweet Mom’s Day Cookies

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Sweet Mom’s Day Cookies
There are so many adorable things you can buy for Mom, but pairing them with something you made is always going to melt her heart! I made some easy “MOM” sugar cookies with a yummy sugar cookie icing. They’re simple to make and even more fun to decorate. You can even bring them to work for all of your mama co-workers! Package them up in adorable wrapping and give them out to make your friends who are mothers feel special. ;) Get... Read More

Mother’s Day Dessert Cups

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Mother’s Day Dessert Cups
The day to celebrate Mom is fast approaching, and if you’re planning a special meal for her, I have an idea for your most important course—dessert! Serve up a yummy treat in a handmade, edible dessert cup. And, for a sweet twist on the traditional Mother’s Day bouquet, use edible flowers as an extra special topper. You’ll love how easy this is! Plus, edible cups are like two desserts in one—and double dessert is definitely not a b... Read More