These yummy energy balls are a must in the Phillips household. I found this recipe online last year and have made them a few times a month. Each time we make them, we add something different. We add mini M&M’s, raisins, or nuts instead of chocolate chips. I also put one cup of oats instead…
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Yummy, simple, and sticky. MJ and Khaleb helped me make this twist on energy balls. These are easy to make and make great snacks when refrigerated. Add these Sticky Sweet Treats to your weekend plans. Ingredients: 1 ½ cups quick oats ½ cup creamy peanut butter ¼ cup mini M&Ms ¼ cup mini chocolate chips…
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Have you ever wanted to get away for a family vacation, but either time or money would not allow it? What about some fun staycation ideas that make your family feel like they are getting away? Indoor Activities How can we bring the fun inside if the weather is too hot or cold? Easy, you…
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No matter what season, I could make this delicious chili year-round. Add some fresh ingredients atop like avocado, cilantro, or sour cream, and my goodness. You have some yummy, cozy, flavorful chili that is sure to have leftovers. Ingredients: – 1 cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded without skin (I picked up one from Walmart which was…
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Any seafood lovers out there? This is a super easy recipe that is sweet and spicy. I was looking for something to do with the large shrimp we had leftover and with minimum ingredients. BAM, a yummy lunch. The boys enjoyed it, and needless to say, I had to make another batch. Ingredients: 1 lb…
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Deviled eggs are such a yummy side. When I make them, I know for sure that I need to put at least 5 aside for myself because there won’t be any left. I’ve made these for years and decided to switch it up and add some crunchy maple bacon and chives on top this time.…
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Over the years, we’ve weaned ourselves from fast food places. One breakfast we really enjoyed was Taco Bell’s AM Crunch Wrap. We no longer eat Taco Bell, but wanted to recreate the Crunch Wrap whenever we want. I’ve been making this for my oldest son at least twice a week for the past 3 months.…
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This is a spin on my ooey-gooey Colby Pepper Jack grilled cheese I make with my Creamy Parmesan Tomato Soup (see previous recipes). Burger meets grilled cheese. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey 6 strips of bacon 1/2 onion, sliced thinly 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp ketchup 1 tbsp light mayo 1…
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Don’t you hate it when you get past the top layer of nachos, and you’re left with dry, plain chips? One day, I planned what to do with my crockpot pulled pork leftovers, and my husband had a great idea. Nachos! Dress them up any way you like and enjoy. Talk about delicious. Ingredients: 2…
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Oh yes! Another yummy crockpot recipe. It’s easy to toss ingredients in, set a timer, and let the food fairy take you to Flavortown. The next best thing to crockpot’s deliciousness is putting it into a tortilla. Yes, please! Fall off the bone, flavorful meat, with yummy, crispy toppings. Ingredients: 1 rack of baby back…
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We are not a fast-food family (mainly because I love to cook), but we like to grab McMuffins for breakfast when we take road trips. I decided to start making my own. We dress them up in different ways depending on what ingredients we have. We make these at least once a month. Ingredients: 1…
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Crispy eggrolls from my favorite take-out spot are the best. Especially with that sweet duck sauce. What if you could have the same thing minus the calories? Check out this Eggroll Stir-fry recipe, and let me know what you think. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 green cabbage, shredded thinly 1 pack thinly shredded carrots…
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