If you are celebrating Dr. Seuss with your kids or classroom, you may be looking for some fun and frugal Dr. Seuss themed games. This Dr. Seuss Red Fish Blue Fish Game is the perfect game for enjoying with a small group, as children will love sending the red fish into the air! You only need a handful of inexpensive supplies, so take a peek below at how to make your own Red Fish Blue Fish Game to enjoy. Supplies needed: Small fish bowl Water Blue food coloring Red gummy fish We found small, glass candle holders that looked like a fish bowl at our local craft store. Gummy fish can be found in all sorts of colors at your local dollar store or grocery store. Take a look at these places and see what you can find. Related: 11 Dr Seuss Crafts and Activities Directions: 1. Fill your … [Read more...]
Dr. Seuss Sneetches Foot Print Craft
In Dr. Seuss’s story about The Sneetches, the creatures argue amongst themselves about which is best: the green star bellies or no star bellies. As the Sneetches argue, they quickly learn to reconcile and accept themselves for who they are. Enjoy the story of The Sneetches with your child, then dive into this fun and frugal craft. Make your own Sneetches Foot Print Craft using a few simple materials and your child’s foot. Take a look below at how easy it is to make one. Supplies needed: Yellow and green craft paint White paper Pair of googly eyes Craft glue Wood star We were able to find all of the supplies we used at our local dollar store. Just look in the craft supplies section for these and all of your craft supply needs. Related: 11 Dr Seuss Crafts and … [Read more...]
Root Beer Cupcakes With Cream Soda Frosting
I have to admit if you havent noticed my now, I have a bit of a sweet tooth. So when I heard of Cream soda frosting something happened in my brain and said that NEEDS to go on Root Beer cupcakes! Here is the result! Ingredients Cupcakes: 1 cup root beer 1/2 cup root beer syrup (see directions) 2 eggs, room temperature 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup of homemade brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp almond extract 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups of flour 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp baking powder Cream Soda Frosting: 3 1/4 cups powdered sugar 1 cup unsalted butter – room temperature 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 3 tbsp cream soda Instructions Simmer 2 cups of root beer soda until it reduces to 1/2 cup. Also, simmer 2 cups of cream soda until it reduces to 1/2 cup. Set aside the … [Read more...]
Overnight Oatmeal Recipes – Apple Pie Oatmeal – Slow Cooker Oatmeal
My family loves apples and come fall we end up with more than we can use so we can them but that doesn't stop us from buying fresh apples all year, for recipes like this one! To get my kids to eat oatmeal it need to me something special and havea sweet taste. This apple pie oatmeal fits the bill! Add in that this momma LOVES slow cooker oatmeal because you put it in before bed at night and come morning This apple pie oatmeal fits the bill! Add in that this momma LOVES slow cooker oatmeal because you put it in before bed at night and come morning it's ready! Overnight Oatmeal Recipes - Apple Pie Oatmeal - Slow Cooker Oatmeal Ingredients 3 cups Dry Old Fashioned Oats 1 Granny Smith Apple, peeled and finely chopped 3 cups Milk 1 cup Water 1/3 cup homemade brown … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Corn On The Cob
There is simply not much out there better than a freshly cooked ear of corn. That is until you add one of the best food groups in the world to it and create Bacon Wrapped Grilled Corn on the Cob. Something very simple to create but insanely delicious at the same time that when cooked correctly. BACON WRAPPED CORN ON THE COB 8 ears of corn 8-16 slices bacon 2 Teaspoons Cayenne Pepper 1 Teaspoon Salt 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper Optional: Aluminum foil for wrapping corn for oven or to prevent char on grill. (1) Soak toothpicks (2-3 per ear of corn)in water for 10-15 minutes. This helps prevent burning on the grill (2) Wrap each ear of corn with 1-2 pieces of bacon. Amount depends on size of ear of corn or personal desire. Secure at both … [Read more...]
Citrus Honey Chipotle BBQ Sauce
When trying to stretch the family budget one of the hardest things for us to do is to make those same old meat dishes different and fun. Chicken thighs are often on sale cheaper than any other cut of meat in our grocery stores, but there is just so much I can come up with to do with them. We love grilling and traditional barbecue sauces are always a go-to but this sauce is one that classes things up just a bit for us. Any time I make these chicken thighs the whole family feels like they’ve been treated to something fancy. I especially like how I can use this sauce on almost any chicken and present something unique and classy at the last minute when we have company over for parties or events. CITRUS HONEY CHIPOLTE BBQ SAUCE 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/3 cup orange juice … [Read more...]
Easy Coca-Cola Burgers Recipe
I was at a BBQ for July 4th I belive years ago when I had this burger! It was juicy and tasted YUMMY! I had to beg a little (ok a lot) and trade for may lasagna recipe to get this recipe. I have changed it up a bit (like I prefer ritz crackers in mine!) But this is now a family favorite! YUM! Ingredients 1/2 cup Coca-Cola 1/2 cup Ritz Crackers Crushed 1 Egg 5 tablespoons French salad dressing 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 pounds ground beef Instructions Pre heat your grill. Then in a bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup of Coca-Cola, crackers, egg, 2 TBSP of dressing, and the Parmesan cheese. Mix in the ground beef, best mixed with your hands. Form into patties. Mix remaining Coca-Cola and dressing into a bowl. Then grill burgers, brushing with the Coca-Cola mix during … [Read more...]
Copy Cat Melting Pot Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fondue
Here is another great recipe from The Melting Pot. This makes for a great dessert after a long day and is perfect for movie night not just Valentines Day! Ingredients: 12 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped ¼ cup heavy cream (you can use this heavy cream substitute if needed) 3 tablespoons raspberry liqueur Instructions: Combine the dark chocolate and cream in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water. Heat until the chocolate is melted, stirring constantly; or combine the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted, stirring every 30 to 45 seconds. Be careful not to let the chocolate burn. Pour into a warm fondue pot. Drizzle with the liqueur. Keep fondue warm over low heat. Serves four to six. … [Read more...]
Copy Cat Melting Pot Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue
How cool is this Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue from The Melting Pot. Well here is a recipe to make it at home and blow the socks off your Valentine! Ingredients: 4 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped. 4 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped. Instructions: Melt the dark chocolate in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water, stirring constantly; or place the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted, stirring every 30 to 45 seconds. Be careful not to let the chocolate burn. Repeat the procedure with the white chocolate. Pour both chocolates simultaneously into a warm fondue pot. Rotate the pot one-quarter turn to produce the yin and yang effect. Garnish the white chocolate with a piece of dark chocolate and the dark … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Coca-Cola BBQ Roast Beef
i This is a family favorite! The recipe was given to me by a friend not to long ago and we just love it! Take minutes to prepare and cooks all day and takes like you slaved by the stove all day! Slow Cooker Coca-Cola BBQ Roast Beef Ingredients: 1 (2-3 pound) Beef roast 1 can Coca-Cola 1/2 cup orange juice 1 Tablespoon liquid smoke 1 cup homemade brown sugar 1/2 cup molasses 2 cups ketchup 3 garlic cloves minced Directions: Place roast in slow cooker. Pour can of Cola over roast and cooker (make sure the bottom is covered) Mix 1/2 cup of Cola and remaining ingredients in a bowl. Pour over roast in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-9 hours or high for 5 hours. … [Read more...]
Copy Cat Melting Pot Chocolate Fontini
With Valentines Day coming up one of the popular destinations for couples and dinner is The Melting Pot. One of my favorite drink there is the Chocolate Fontini. If you are looking to show up your mad drink making skills (yeah i just went there) then check out this copycat recipe! Chocolate Fontini Ingredients: • ½ ounce chocolate syrup • 1 ounce chocolate liqueur • ½ ounce Kahlua • ½ ounce Irish cream liqueur • ½ ounce blackberry syrup • Splash of heavy cream or half-and-half (you can use this heavy cream substitute if needed) Instructions: Chill a martini glass. Drizzle the chocolate syrup inside the glass. Combine the chocolate liqueur, Kahlua, Irish cream liqueur, blackberry syrup and cream in a small pitcher and mix well. Pour into … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Container Garden
Container Gardens are a wonderful addition to any garden landscape and are excellent for people with small spaces or who only have balconies or windowsills. Containers come in all shapes and sizes, and beautiful colors too. There are a few key things to know when starting out, but once you have the basics down, you can grow just about anything in a container. First thing is to make sure you have the proper sized pot for the type of plant you want to grow. If you want to grow a few different herb plants together to make an herb garden, start with a large 10-gal saucer sized container that can fit 4-5 4”plants. Want to grow tomatoes? Then you will need a 3-5 gallon tall container. Maybe you would like to try your hand at a dwarf lemon tree which would take a 25-gallon … [Read more...]