Butterfinger Delight

Make these delicious no-bake summer desserts for your next barbecue or family reunion. One is cool and creamy with a little crunch in every bite. The other is a tropical paradise in your mouth! Butterfinger Delight 1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 30 crackers) 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 4 Butterfinger candy bars (2.1 ounces [...]

Easy on the Eyes: A Book Review

Ok, last post about Jane Porter… for now. Easy on the Eyes is the latest book by Jane Porter (who clearly is becoming one of my favorite writers). So, track back to Odd Mom Out. That was where we met Marta. We were also introduced to her two best friends: Shey and Tiana. Tiana is [...]

Mrs. Perfect: A Book Review

So, last time I told you about Odd Mom Out and how much I loved it. You ready for another dose of Jane Porter goodness? Good, because that’s what you are about to get. Remember the premise of the last book? How Marta never wanted to fit in and there was the “perfect” mom (Taylor [...]

Spaghetti and Vegetable Toss Salad

  Spaghetti and Vegetable Toss This colorful salad of pasta, vegetables and cheese can be served immediately or chilled and served later. Pasta provides a filling addition to any meal. Serve this salad as a side dish with chicken, beef,  pork, or sea food or serve with crusty bread or rolls as a main dish on [...]

July is National Blueberry Month

July was proclaimed National Blueberry Month by the United States Department of Agriculture on May 8th, 1999. Blueberries are grown in 35 states in the US, and the United States produces over 90% of all of the blueberries in the world. Blueberries have many health benefits. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, the [...]

Do I Trust You Lord?

The past few months have been difficult for my family, as well as many of my closest friends. This time of recession is hard and has caused many of us to question where God is leading us, are we following His will for our lives, or are we just missing the boat altogether? I wonder [...]

July Issue of Around the Kitchen Table Watkins Newsletter

Welcome to another issue of Around the Kitchen Table! Read this issue now: http://www.everydaynecessities.com/july15-09newsletter.htm You’ll find more recipes and Watkins products on sale this month. The giveaway this month is a bottle of Watkins Mandarin Orange Fruit Dip Mix. Mix with sour cream, yogurt, cream cheese, or whipped topping for a creamy dip for fresh fruit. [...]

Odd Mom Out: A Book Review

So first things first. I must apologize for my hiatus as of late. It’s been hectic to say the absolute least! But I’m back. The good news for you? While I’ve been blogging less, I’ve been reading more. Which means tons of reviews are heading your way. So without further ado, here is the first [...]

Nutritional Value of Corn on the Cob, a Summertime Treat

Corn on the cob is a traditional summertime treat that can add some positive nutritional value to your BBQ menu. Corn has been cultivated for hundreds of years and was (and still is) a staple in many parts of the world. A good source of vitamins B1, B5 and C, corn also provides many other valuable [...]

July is National Ice Cream Month

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. He recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious food that is enjoyed by a full 90% of the nation’s population. In the proclamation, President Reagan called for all people of [...]

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