summer

12 Patriotic Foods for Memorial Day and 4th of July

May 20, 2012 By Jerri 6 Comments

With Memorial Day coming up next weekend and the 4th of July just right around the corner, I thought we could get in to the spirit of things with some festive and patriotic foodie ideas! Hope you enjoy these!

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Filed Under: desserts, drinks, Patriotic, recipes, summer, Uncategorized Tagged With: candy apples, cheesecake, fruit, jello, pops

Homeright Deck Washer Review and Giveaway

May 15, 2012 By Jerri 5 Comments

As we get ready to spend time outdoors with friends and family this summer, be it for a special occasion like Father’s Day or the 4th of July, or just your average weekend barbecue, we first have to face the often painful task of actually getting our yards ready for these events. And this includes tidying up your deck or porch area.

But the folks at Homeright are making the job a little easier with their new deck washer!

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Filed Under: cleaning, Giveaways, Home/Garden, summer

Father’s Day Grilling Giveaway

May 14, 2012 By Jerri Leave a Comment

I’m really excited to be participating in another group giveaway this week! The prizes here would not only make a perfect Father’s Day present, but they’re also perfect for the summer season! Check out the details below and enter to win!

It’s time to give back to DAD! Sponsored by:

Route 249 Mom Does Reviews Jackie’s Reviews, Mom Blog Society

It is open to both US & Canada

The giveaway will run May 15th, 12:01 until May 31st 12:01

1 winner will receive their choice of the gas grill or Paypal Cash Value 129.00

$100 Gift Certificate to Omaha Steaks

DAD Branding Iron

Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron

$100 Omaha Steaks Gift Card Sponsored by Mom To Bed By 8

Branding Iron and Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit Sponsored by Dixie Lands Deals

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron Sponsored by I Love My Coupon Fans & Coupon Queen that Saves the Green

This Fiesta gas grill is spacious enough to meet your grilling needs. It is suitable for preparing a meal for up to four people. With this grill, you will enjoy cooking your favorite meals outdoors.

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Porcelain-coated cooking grid
260 sq. in. primary cooking area
175 sq. in. chrome-plated warming rack
Two stainless steel burners with 25,000 BTU cooking performance
10,000 BTU side burner
Porcelain/steel heat tents vaporize drippings and reduce flare-ups
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Fiesta gas grill features porcelain-enameled, steel-top lid and base
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Color: Blue
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Filed Under: Giveaways, summer Tagged With: Father's Day, grilling

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

May 14, 2012 By Jerri 2 Comments

Come join The Salad Social at TidyMom sponsored by The International Olive Council’s Add Some Life.

Between May 14-21, bloggers will be sharing some of their favorite salad recipes over at Tidy Mom, so this is the perfect time to pick some new salad recipe for the summer season! For the Salad Social, I’m sharing my husband’s favorite salad, which is the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad. Since going on a diet a few weeks ago, he’s been taking these for lunch every day.

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Filed Under: casseroles and quick meals, Recipe of the Week, summer Tagged With: chicken, salad

Homemade Chocolate Frosties

May 7, 2012 By Jerri 11 Comments

I’m really excited to bring you today’s recipe! I first saw this on another blog last minute and forgot about it. But then several months ago, I saw it again on Food.com via Pinterest, and I made it almost immediately!

This is a homemade version of Wendy’s chocolate Frosties! You are going to love this! It only requires three ingredients, and it tastes so yummy and just like the ones you get at Wendy’s. (Maybe even better!)

And if you like this idea, you should also try these homemade fudgesicles that I posted last year! They are fantastic!

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Filed Under: desserts, Recipe of the Week, summer Tagged With: chocolate, copycat recipe, ice cream, Wendy's

Coming This Month – Grilling Giveaway for Dad

May 5, 2012 By Jerri Leave a Comment

It’s time to give back to DAD! Sponsored by:

Route 249 Mom Does Reviews Jackie’s Reviews, Mom Blog Society

It is open to both US & Canada

The giveaway will run May 15th, 12:01 until May 31st 12:01

1 winner will receive their choice of the gas grill or Paypal Cash Value 129.00

$100 Gift Certificate to Omaha Steaks

DAD Branding Iron

Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron

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Filed Under: Giveaways, summer

Snickers Caramel Shake

July 25, 2011 By Jerri 9 Comments

I was in the mood for a sweet treat the other day. Sadly there were no cakes and cookies on hand. (I hate it when that happens!) But we did have a little ice cream in the freezer, so this is what I decided to make. Hope you enjoy!

Recipe for Snickers Caramel Shake:

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream

1 cup milk

6 Fun Size Snickers

Caramel Syrup (I just poured some in.)

Directions: Place Snickers in blender and chop for a few seconds, until the candy bars are in tiny bits. Add icecream, milk, and caramel. Blend. Pour into glass and serve. Top with additional snickers bits if desired.

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Filed Under: drinks, Recipe of the Week, summer

Lemon Pudding Pound Cake

July 18, 2011 By Jerri 19 Comments

Lemon is such an amazing flavor for summer time! As a kid, lemon desserts were always my favorite! Since getting married I haven’t tried many recipes of the lemon persuasion, as my hubby’s not a fan. But then several months ago, I had a slice of this lemon cake at a potluck, and I was totally wishing I could take the whole thing home with me!

Since then I’ve been on a search for the perfect lemon pound cake. I decided to start with this recipe. I’ve seen it on several sites but most recently over at Tidy Mom. And I think I’ve already found my perfect lemon pound cake. (Hubby even tried it and loved it! So…Hooray! We have a winner!)

Recipe for Lemon Pudding Pound Cake:

Cake Ingredients:

1 box lemon instant pudding mix (4 serving size)

1 box yellow cake mix

4 eggs

1 cup water

1/2 cup oil

Glaze Ingredients:

2-3 tablespoons lemon juice

1 cup powdered sugar

Directions: Spray pan with cooking spray. You can use a 9×13 or bundnt. Preheat oven to 350. Combine all cake ingredients and mix for 2 minutes and medium speed. Pour into pan and bake. For a 9×13 cake bake for 30-35. For a bundt, bake 35-40 minutes.

Let cake cool completely. Then whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cake. Serve and enjoy!

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Filed Under: desserts, Recipe of the Week, recipes, summer Tagged With: pound cake

Summer Pinwheel and Burlap Wreath

July 13, 2011 By Jerri 14 Comments

I think pinwheels are so cute and fun for the summer! Several weeks ago while making my flag wreath, I also put this little pinwheel wreath together.

Since it’s made using the scrapbook paper of your choice, it’s a very versatile project. And I made fairly easy by using “flat pinwheels.” Hope you enjoy this tutorial.

What You Need:
1 Embroidery Hoop (mine is 12 inches)
Scrapbook Paper
Burlap (or your choice of material)
Hot Glue Gun
Glue stick
Ribbon

Tutorial:

1. Choose some coordinating scrapbook papers (preferably with designs on both sides). I used 3 different sheets for mine, but you could use more or less. Cut your paper into 5 inch squares. You’ll need about six for a 12 inch wreath. (By the way, the paper that I used came out of a kit from Scrapbook Circle which I actually won last year through a blog giveaway. Yay!)

2. Using scissors, cut your paper starting and the corner, and cutting toward the center, stopping about 1/2 an inch from the center. Do this at each corner. Next you need to fold one of the corners over, folding flat toward the center, and repeat with the remaining corners. Use glue stick so that pinwheel shape stays in place. (Or if you don’t want flat pinwheels, you can fold them over without folding flat and secure the pinwheel with a brad.)

3. Next cover your embroidery hoop with burlap or your choice of fabric. Use the hot glue gun to secure your fabric to the hoop.

4. Now use your glue stick to attach the pinwheels to the wreath.

5. Finally add some ribbon for hanging, and you’re done!

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Filed Under: crafts, decorating, summer, Wreaths

Orange Cream Shakes

June 12, 2011 By Jerri 17 Comments

It’s super hot and humid here! Lucky for me, I’m an indoor girl! hehe. But I still like to eat my cool summer snacks! And I’ve had a super craving for ice cream lately. Maybe it’s because the ice cream man drives by our house every day!

This week I’m sharing a wonderfully yummy recipe that came to me via my lovely bloggy friend Chaya of Chaya’s Comfy Cook Blog. Seriously, I made this almost immediately after I saw it!

If you love Orange Dreamsicles, Push-ups or anything like that, you’re sure to love these Orange Cream Shakes!