Strawberry Overnight Oats

Welcome to #BrunchWeek 2020 hosted by Love and Confections and A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures! This is our 8th year of #BrunchWeek and while it is a little different this year, 22 bloggers are excited to share all our favorite Brunch recipes. We have a huge variety including French toast, danish, waffles, pancakes, hash, fruit salad, cocktails, mocktails, vegan, keto, and plenty of desserts! We hope you enjoy all our Brunch recipes!

My next contribution are Strawberry Overnight Oats.  I got this recipe from my mom.  She makes this for breakfast a lot, and it travels well for our camping trips.  Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast!

Makes 3 servings per jar

Ingredients:

3/4 cup uncooked old fashioned rolled oats
2/3 cup skim milk
3/4 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
1 tsp. dried chia seeds
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3 Tbsp. strawberry jam or preserves

1 Tbsp. brown sugar
fresh strawberries or other fruit, diced

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients into a large mason jar, except the fresh fruit.
2. Shake well.
3. Refrigerate overnight, or up to 3 days.
4. Stir well.  Serve chilled over fresh fruit.

Take a look at what the #BrunchWeek Bloggers are creating today!

Beverages Recipes

• Michelada by Family Around the Table
• Minty Watermelon Cucumber Agua Fresca by Sweet Beginnings

Appetizer and Salad Recipes

• Peach, Prosciutto and Mozzarella Skewers by Love & Confections

Bread, Grains, and Cereal Recipes

• Cheese Danish by The Redhead Baker
• Matcha Souffle Pancakes by Tara's Multicultural Table
• Sausage and Gravy Biscuit Cups by Big Bears Wife
• Sourdough Pancakes with Hibiscus Syrup by Karen's Kitchen Stories

Egg Recipes

• Bacon, Egg and Roasted Asparagus Salad by Cheese Curd In Paradise
• Breakfast Grilled Cheese by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
• Ham & Cheese Breakfast Enchiladas by Kate's Recipe Box
• Vegan Omelette by Happily Curated Chaos

Fruit and Veggie Recipes

• Caramelized Cinnamon Bananas over Yogurt by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Tropical Fruit Salad by Caroline's Cooking

Meat, Poultry, and Fish Recipes

• Bacon And Eggs Benedict Brunch Burger by Nik Snacks
• Corned Beef & Potato Hash by Amy's Cooking Adventures

Dessert Recipes

• Keto Chocolate Mousse Recipe by Keto Basic AF
• Salted Caramel Macarons Recipe by April Golightly

Thanks ~ Nichi

 I like linking my posts to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!!

Yogurt Fruit Pops

Today’s post is sponsored by Barlean's, Hamilton Beach, and Rhodes Bread as well as Crispy Green, The Spice House, and PackIt. However, all opinions are my own. #ad #Back2School #OmegaPals

It's #Back2School Week!  I've teamed up with an amazing group of bloggers and sponsors to celebrate!  To learn more about the giveaway and sponsors go HERE.  Or enter below!!

My last contribution are these fun and healthy Yogurt Fruit Pops.  They are perfect for a unique breakfast, after school snack, or dessert.  With a touch of Barlean's Omega Pals dietary supplement, you can't go wrong!

Ingredients:

2 c. vanilla yogurt
1 c. strawberries, diced small
1 1/2 tsp. Barlean's Omega Pals Straw-nana Flax oil
popsicle molds


Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients together.
2. Spoon into popsicle molds, tap against counter to release any bubbles, top with the stick.
3. Freeze overnight.
4. Run warm water over mold until pops come out easily.  Enjoy!

#Back2School Recipe Inspiration

It's hard to believe it's already time to be talking about going back to school! It seems like summer just flew right by! To celebrate and help get you ready for this busy time, we've got loads of great back to school recipe ideas for you, along with an awesome giveaway. For more amazing #Back2School recipes, please follow our #Back2School Pinterest board.

Be sure to also check out my fellow bloggers participating all week long for more delicious dishes! Blogghetti, Bowl Me Over, Cindy's Recipes and Writings, Cheese Curd In Paradise, Cooking With Carlee, Doodlecraft, Everyday Eileen, Family Around the Table, Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks, Juggling Act Mama, Karen's Kitchen Stories, Palatable Pasttime, The Schmidty Wife, and Wendy Polisi.

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• Omega Pal's Prize Pack from Barleans
• 1 item (winner's choice from featured products) from Hamilton Beach
• Cookbook and coupons from Rhodes Bread
• 4 six-pack bags of Crispy Fruit snacks (mixed flavors) from Crispy Green
• Best Sellers Collection Gift Box from The Spice House
• Freezable Lunch Bag + Mod Lunch Bento from PackIt

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Thanks ~ Nichi

 I like linking my posts to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!!

Mango Strawberry Smoothie

This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BrunchWeek.  I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of #BrunchWeek recipes.  All opinions are mine alone.

This week I have teamed up with 34 other bloggers to participate in #BrunchWeek.  We are showcasing recipes throughout the week and participating in a fantastic GIVEAWAY from our terrific sponsors.  Enter at the bottom of this post, or go to THIS LINK to read all about the giveaway!


My next contribution is this Mango Strawberry Smoothie.  It is sweet and blended to perfection using Torani's mango syrup and Dixie Crystals sugar.  For added fun, I put the smoothie into a beautiful Revere Triangle Double Old Fashioned glass from Joyjolt.  You will love it for breakfast, brunch, a snack, or a treat! #Torani

Ingredients:

1 c. frozen mango

1/2 c. fresh strawberries, cleaned and diced

1 c. milk

1 Tbsp. Torani mango syrup

1 Tbsp. sugar (I used Dixie Crystals)

whipped cream, if wanted

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients to blender.  Blend until smooth.
2. Top with whipped cream and a strawberry.

Take a look at what the #BrunchWeek Bloggers are creating today!  

BrunchWeek Beverages:
4 Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri from Hardly A Goddess
Dairy Free Peach Italian Cream Soda from Cookaholic Wife
Mango Strawberry Smoothie from The Mandatory Mooch
Peach Guava Italian Soda from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
Peach Mimosas from Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
Sparkling Strawberry Peach Punch from For the Love of Food  

BrunchWeek Appetizers and Salads:
Deviled Ham Spread from Platter Talk
Eggs Benedict Cobb Salad from Sweet Beginnings
Everything Bagel Dip from Snacks and Sips
Savory Pull Apart Cheesy Pinwheels from Who Needs A Cape?  

BrunchWeek Egg Dishes:
Lobster Eggs Benedict from The Redhead Baker  

BrunchWeek Breads, Grains, and Pastries:
Banana Split Muffin Recipe from Creative Southern Home
Croissant French Toast Cups from Family Around the Table
Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls from Kate's Recipe Box
Vegan Mango Peach Toaster Pastries from The Baking Fairy  

BrunchWeek Main Dishes:
Chorizo, Papas, y Queso Enchiladas from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
Sandwich Cake (Smörgåstårta) from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures  

BrunchWeek Desserts:
Blackberry-Mascarpone Dessert Pizza from Tip Garden
Brown Sugar Shortbread from Shockingly Delicious
Brunch Cake from April Golightly
Kiss Of Chocolate Cupcakes from Seduction in the Kitchen
Pineapple Paradise Layer Cake from Love and Confections
Rainbow Biscotti from The Crumby Kitchen
Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake from Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
Wheatgerm Chocolate Chip Cookies from Simply Healthyish Recipes

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Strawberry Milkshake Waffles

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Today, I have created a delicious waffle recipe featuring the following products: the Hamilton Beach Belgian Waffle Maker and Eggland's Best eggs. #HamiltonBeach #MadeWith EB  I received these products to create this post.  all opinions are my own.

Ingredients:
2 large eggs (I used Eggland's Best)
1 3/4 c. milk
1 c. strawberries
2 c. flour
1/2 c vegetable oil
3 Tbsp. sugar
4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
red food coloring (as many drops needed to create pink color)

Toppings:
1 c. strawberries, diced
maple syrup
mini chocolate chips
whipped cream

Directions:

1. Heat waffle iron.  Spray with cooking spray if needed.
2. Blend 1 c. of strawberries with milk.  Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until fluffy.  Add blended strawberry milkshake and mix.
4. Add remaining ingredients, mix thoroughly.
5. Pour 3/4 cup of batter onto center of waffle iron (Check manufacturer's directions for recommended amount).  Close lid of waffle iron.
6. Bake about 5 minutes or until steaming stops.  Remove waffle and serve immediately.
7. Top with diced strawberries, syrup, chocolate chips, and whipped cream.

Thanks ~ Nichi

 I like linking my posts to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries Ice Cream Pie

I'm always trying to find gluten free dessert recipes that my hubby can eat.  While in my search I also want something that the rest of the family will eat too.  Then, a co-worker brought a similar pie like this one to work.  Rice krispie crust with ice cream....YES!!!!  Who wouldn't want that?!?!  I created my own pie with extra ingredients to make it a special treat.  It was a hit in my house.  I will be making more with different combinations soon!


Crust Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
1 (7 oz.) container of marshmallow fluff
1/2 c. mini chocolate chips
2 1/2 c. rice krispies

Pie Ingredients:
1/2 pint of strawberry ice cream, slightly softened
1/2 pint of fresh strawberries
Magic Shell hardening chocolate syrup

Directions:

1.  In a medium bowl, mix together butter and marshmallow cream.  
2. Add chocolate chips and rice krispies, mix thoroughly.  
3. Press into pie plate.  I used the back of my measuring cup to help form the crust.
4. Freeze crust for 30 minutes.
5. Spread and press ice cream into crust.  Use back of spoon dipped in warm water to smooth the top.
6. Decorate with strawberries and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
7. Freeze until served.

 Thanks ~ Nichi

 I like linking my posts to THESE GREAT PARTIES!!!!

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.

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Thanks ~ Nichi

10 Amazing Pink Dessert Recipes

 As we say goodbye to February I would like to celebrate with a Pink Party!!  
Check out these  
10 Amazing Pink Dessert Recipes 

that I gathered from my previous Tasty Thursdays linky parties.  They will tempt your tastebuds and seduce your sweet tooth.  Go visit each of these wonderful blogs and tell them I sent you!!

Strawberry Cool Whip Cookies from Yummy, Healthy, Easy

Wonton Strawberry Stacks from Table for 7

Cherry Chocolate Nut Bars from Six Sister's Stuff

Strawberry Milkshake Cupcakes from Annie's Noms

Cherry Chip Sandwich Hearts from Sugar n Spice Gals

Strawberries and Cream Bundt Cake from Chocolate, Chocolate and More

Strawberry Thumbprints from Lemons for Lulu

Frozen Strawberry Cream Pie from Adorned from Above

Divinity Kisses from Memories by the Mile

Pink Lemonade Marble Cake from Winnish

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

Please stop on over to say hi on Facebook and Pinterest

Thanks ~ Nichi

Fresh Strawberry Jam

My Grandma Webb was an amazing cook.  One of my absolute favorite traditions was getting to pick out a jar of jam or apple butter from her freezer on my birthday.  What a wonderful treat!!  In honor of her, my girls and I love to make a batch of strawberry jam to share with family and friends. I hope this will inspire you to carry on this fun tradition with your loved ones.  

(printable recipe)

Ingredients:
"Ball" brand instant pectin
2 - 8 oz. jars
1 2/3 cup strawberries, hulled, mashed or pureed well
2/3 cup granulated sugar or sweetener

Stir sugar and pectin in a bowl.  Add strawberries, stir for 3 minutes.  Ladle jam into jars and let stand for 30 minutes.  Store in refrigerator or freeze. 

Source:  "mooched" from the Ball pectin label and a little love from my Grandma Webb 

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