Ultimate Stuffed Shells with Beef, Mushrooms and Olives

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Aug 062016
 

My husband and I usually sit down on Sunday afternoon and do a rough meal plan for the week.  It makes it easier for me because it cuts down on multiple trips to the grocery store.  It also keeps us from saying “so… what do you want for dinner?” 15 minutes before dinnertime.

Ultimate Stuffed Shells recipe - pasta shells stuffed with cheese, beef, mushroom and olives

While discussing this past week’s meals I suggested maybe we do stuffed shells.  My husband reported that he didn’t recall ever having them.  That response sealed the deal for me, and I decided that stuffed shells would definitely be on the menu. Continue reading »

These Angry Birds Marshmallow Pops are Quick & Easy to Make

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Aug 032016
 

I’m planning an Angry Birds family movie night as part of our countdown to school starting.  I’ve been trying to think of fun touches to make it extra-special, like games, foods, and other treats.

Quick & Easy Red Bird Angry Birds Marshmallow Pops

I considered making cupcakes or cake pops but then I thought about how much Bubbles loves marshmallows.  So instead I decided to make these “Red Bird” Angry Birds Marshmallow Pops. Continue reading »

Make These Adorable Snowman Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

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Jul 222016
 

Last week we celebrated Christmas in July with make-ahead Christmas projects, like my DIY Christmas coasters.  This week we’re continuing the party with holiday-inspired sweet treats and I have adorable Snowman Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes to share with you.

These Snowman Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes are perfect for winter, Christmas, or Christmas in July!

These Snowman Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes combine a couple of treats I’ve been wanting to make for a long while: ice cream cone cupcakes, and snowmen cupcakes.  I figured the nod to summer using the ice cream cones was especially perfect for Christmas in July. Continue reading »

This Butterfinger Brownie Trifle Has Just 3 Easy Steps

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Jul 112016
 

This shop and my Butterfinger Brownie Trifle recipe have been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone – but the deliciousness can easily be yours! #mixinmoments #CollectiveBias

Trifle recipes are some of my favorite.  Most parties, BBQs or potlucks we attended had one, and often is was made by my Mom.  Hers were mostly chocolate, though sometimes she experimented with new flavor combinations.

My Butterfinger Brownie Trifle recipe comes together in just 3 easy steps!

I’m not sure why I don’t make them as often as my Mom did.   For the minimal amount of prep and cooking time, they have a big visual payoff.  All those different layers look – and taste! – so yummy.  Continue reading »

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