Tasty Thursdays #47

Wow, what a crazy summer so far!!  This past week especially.  We took a long weekend getaway as a family to Branson, Mo.  So many fun things to do there.  Then I have been swamped at work with meetings and projects.  With all of the chaos, I haven't had time to visit last weeks links and choose features.  But I promise to have double the features next week.  And I'm working on some new posts.  Hoping things will slow down soon!!!!

Now on to the party!!  Sorry it is a little late!!
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Party Guidelines:
 I would love for you to link back to Tasty Thursdays on your blog,
or add it to your party list. 
Link something new or a great oldie that you haven't shared before...no limits.
No etsy shops, giveaways, round ups, business links, please.

Tasty Thursdays #46

Thank you all for contributing to the last party.
I can't wait to see what wonderful recipes and projects you link up this week.

There is still time to enter these two amazing giveaways that I'm a part of!!
Go check them out and enter to win!!
CLICK HERE FOR THE "SNAP IT OR BAKE IT" GIVEAWAY
 
CLICK HERE FOR THE "KISS THE COOK" GIVEAWAY

Have you seen this recent post?  A Party Time Salad is an easy fix for your summer party.
 
Now on to the terrific FEATURES from the last party.
Be sure to visit them, pin them, and enjoy them!!
 
Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie from Sara Howe
 
Felt Mustache Crafts for Kids from 'A Casarella
 
Eclair Cake from Dessert Now, Dinner Later

Shrimp & Crab Stuffed Cod from Cooking with Curls

   Congrats to you all.  Feel free to grab a new "Featured" button. 

Now on to the next party!!
New features will be posted next Thursday!!
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Party Guidelines:
 I would love for you to link back to Tasty Thursdays on your blog,
or add it to your party list. 
Link something new or a great oldie that you haven't shared before...no limits.
No etsy shops, giveaways, round ups, business links, please.

Munchies Mix

I love to cook, bake and craft with my kids.  They are always anxious and willing to help me with a new recipe or project.  Today they made this wonderful Munchies Mix from the TIME for Kids: Kids in the Kitchen Cookbook.  I was lucky enough to receive it in the mail to review for you.  The book is full of terrific and easy recipes for your kids to do on their own, or with some adult help.  It contains many different sections including breakfast, lunch, sides and snacks, dinner, and my favorite...dessert.  


My girls had so much fun creating this mix.  We are planning to take it on a road trip later this week.  Something to look forward to!!  
The recipe is very simple.  You may even have all of the ingredients in your pantry right now.  The only alteration that we made was adding mini marshmallows in place of the peanuts.  And the Parmesan crackers gave the whole mix a light salty spice that we love.  
After seeing how much fun my girls had with this cookbook, I recommend you add it to your own collection.  Create some memories and fun food with your own kids!!

My friend, Carrie, over at Quite Carried Away also reviewed this cookbook.  Click HERE to see her post.

This post is linked up to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!! 

Please stop on over to say hi on Facebook, Pinterest, or Twitter.  
Thanks ~ Nichi

Party Time Salad

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Happy Friday everyone!!  Today, I'm excited to be participating in a virtual birthday party for Meghan over at The Tasty Fork.  She has invited a group of great bloggers to make her some birthday treats and dishes.  My party contribution is an easy Party Time Salad.  This salad is quick to put together and travels well.  It will satisfy the tastebuds of everyone by giving them the option of what to put in their bowl.  So, Meghan, here's to you and a wonderful birthday celebration!!



Ingredients:
2 bags of lettuce
toppings of your liking (my family loves olives, cheese, carrots, egg, celery)
dressings of your choice

Directions:
1.  Place lettuce in a disposable pan or 9x13 inch pan.
2.  Add toppings of your choice.
3.  Cover and take with you to your gathering or party.
4.  Serve with dressings of your choice.


This post is linked up to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!! 

Please stop on over to say hi on Facebook, Pinterest, or Twitter.  
Thanks ~ Nichi

Tasty Thursdays #45

Thank you all for contributing to the last party.  I can't wait to see what wonderful recipes and projects you link up this week.
It has already been a busy month.  I have so much to share with you. 

I'm a part of two amazing giveaways going on right now.
Be sure to check them out and enter to win!!
CLICK HERE FOR THE "SNAP IT OR BAKE IT" GIVEAWAY
 
CLICK HERE FOR THE "KISS THE COOK" GIVEAWAY

Have you seen my most recent post?  This Strawberry Fruit Fluff is a great addition to your summer menu.
 
Now on to the terrific FEATURES from the last party.
Be sure to visit them, pin them, and enjoy them!!
 
Chicken Chowder with Chipotle from Cooking on the Front Burner

Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels from Home Cooking Memories

Red, White, & Blueberry Bars from A Few Short Cuts


Origami Tie for Father's Day from Lakeshore Stamping

   Congrats to you all.  Feel free to grab a new "Featured" button. 

Now on to the next party!!
New features will be posted next Thursday!!
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Party Guidelines:
 I would love for you to link back to Tasty Thursdays on your blog,
or add it to your party list. 
Link something new or a great oldie that you haven't shared before...no limits.
No etsy shops, giveaways, round ups, business links, please.

Strawberry Fruit Fluff


This fruit salad is a long-time favorite in my family.  We eat it as a side dish, dessert, and even breakfast.  It is a simple and easy to make dish that will delight the whole family.  Take it to your next family gathering and have them devour it within minutes.

Ingredients:
1 large can of pears, drained and diced OR 1 pint of strawberries, diced
1 (16 oz.) container of small curd cottage cheese
1 pkg. strawberry flavored dry gelatin mix
1 (16 oz.) container of whipped topping
Toppings:  sprinkles, nuts, etc...

Directions:
1.  Combine the pears in a large bowl with the cottage cheese.
2.  Add the dry gelatin mix and stir until well blended.
3.  Fold in the whipped topping and refrigerate for at least one hour.
4.  Feel free to top with sprinkles, nuts, or leave plain.


This post is linked up to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!! 

Please stop on over to say hi on Facebook, Pinterest, or Twitter.  
Thanks ~ Nichi

Snap It or Bake It Giveaway - Win a Camera or KitchenAid Mixer

Good morning and Happy Monday! Boy have I got a great giveaway for you! 

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Have you been dreaming of owning a new DSLR Camera? Perhaps you want a brand new KitchenAid Standup Mixer. Well, you are in luck! Now you have your chance to enter a giveaway to win your choice of a Canon Rebel T3 DSLR Camera or a KitchenAid Mixer plus a $100 Amazon eCard! This giveaway is perfect for all bloggers. If you aren't a baker, you can choose the camera! If you're a baker who already has a DSLR camera but are in the market for a standup mixer, you can choose the mixer and the Amazon ecard. Already have both? One of these would make a great gift for one of your family members or friends. Whatever your situation, we have you covered. Say hello to the lovely gals who made this giveaway possible:
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  • The winner will choose either a Canon Rebel T3 DSLR Camera ($450 value) or a KitchenAid Mixer ($350 value) plus a Amazon eGift Card. The gift card only comes with the Mixer.
  • The winner will have 48 hours to respond to Julie from This Gal Cooks via email. If the winner fails to respond within this time frame, another winner will be chosen.
  • The winner will be announced on Monday, June 24th.
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Kiss the Cook Giveaway!! - 10 piece set of Rachel Ray Cookware

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Kiss the Cook Event

Organized by: Mom to Bed by 8

I'm so excited to announce that I'm currently participating in this wonderful giveaway!!  I hope you will enter for your chance to win a great 10 piece set of Rachel Ray cookware. 
Prize Package Includes:
Rachael Ray Hard Anodized II 10 piece Set
Create super-nutritious and innovative meals that are never boring with the help of Rachael Ray cookware. Create Rachael's Vegetable Cacciatore by browning vegetables in the saute pan while the accompanying whole wheat penne bubbles away in the stockpot. Or try adding a little spice to a simple lunchtime meal with a chipotle grilled cheese sandwich browned to perfection in one of the skillets. Rachael Ray Hard-Anodized cookware is the perfect combination of durability and style, and this 10-piece set certainly fits the bill. This set has all the essential pieces to make memorable meals every day. Hard-anodized construction provides even heat, helping to reduce "hot spots" that can burn food, and it's coated with a durable nonstick both inside and out for exceptional food release and easy clean up. The tempered glass lids allow you to monitor your food while it cooks, keeping heat and moisture sealed in. Grippy handles feature striking orange padding for a comfortable feel. This cookware is oven safe to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and dishwasher safe for convenient, fast and simple cleanup. Set includes 1-Quart and 2-Quart Covered Saucepans 6-Quart Covered Stockpot 3-Quart Covered Saute 8.5-Inch and 10-Inch Skillets
Rachael Ray Bakeware Set - Orange (5 Pc)
This Rachael Ray 5-Piece Nonstick Bakeware Set is perfect for sweet and savory dishes alike. With five versatile pieces, this set has what you need for baking everything from fresh cookies to decadent cakes and breads, but Rach uses this set for so much more. The cookie sheet is perfect for roasting vegetables or oven fries; the rectangular cake pan is the perfect size and shape for a cheesy lasagna; the loaf pan is the essential pan for homestyle meatloaf; and the round cake pans fit the bill for quiches or a zesty chicken tortilla casserole. Rachael Ray bakeware is made from durable carbon steel that can bake over and over again with the same great results. The grippy handles provide a firm grasp when pulling items from a hot oven. The sturdy construction also resists warping so cakes and pies come out perfectly round every time. This bakeware is oven safe to 500 degrees Fahrenheit for convenience and a portion of the proceeds from this purchase goes to Yum-o!, Rachael's nonprofit organization that helps kids and their parents develop healthy relationships with food and cooking. Set includes 10-Inch x 15-Inch cookie sheet 9-Inch x 13-Inch cake pan 9-Inch x 5-Inch loaf pan Two 9-Inch round cake pans
Rachael Ray Nylon Tool Set - Orange (6 Pc)
These slender spoons are lightweight and easy to hold. Fill your kitchen drawer with these must have tools. The flat head on this ladle mean no more pan-tilting so you get every last drop, just glide and remove. This classic whisk stands alone with it's wide base and easy to grip handle. It gets the job done and keeps your counter clean. The long flexible heads on these Spatulas can flip everything from delicate eggs to juicy steaks. The open design lets grease fall back into the pan instead of landing on your plate. Thank you to each reader who is taking the time to visit, read and entering to win this fabulous prize package. Do take a moment to also visit our lovely co-hosts whom without them great things such as these would not be possible: Making Memories With Your Kids, TOTS-Business Resources for Bloggers and Business Moms, Monica's Rants Raves Reviews, My Vegan Gluten-Free Life, Ultimate Coupon Club, Capri's Coupons, Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer, The Mandatory Mooch, Quick Tattletails and Cloth Diaper Addicts.

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Tasty Thursdays #44

Thank you all for contributing to the last party.  I can't wait to see what wonderful recipes and projects you link up this week.

I will do another great giveaway when I reach 2000 "likes" on Facebook. 
So, keep spreading the word.

Now on to the terrific FEATURES from the last party.
Be sure to visit them, pin them, and enjoy them!!

White Chocolate Blueberry Bars from This Gal Cooks

Tomatillo and Black Bean Enchiladas from Dancing Carrots
Pistachio Triple Layer Bars from Lady Behind the Curtain

Washi Tape Frame from Ashley's Dandelion Wishes


   Congrats to you all.  Feel free to grab a new "Featured" button. 

Now on to the next party!!
New features will be posted next Thursday!!
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Party Guidelines:
 I would love for you to link back to Tasty Thursdays on your blog,
or add it to your party list. 
Link something new or a great oldie that you haven't shared before...no limits.
No etsy shops, giveaways, round ups, business links, please.