Chocolate Chip Applesauce Muffins
Ingredients:
- 2 c. Self rising flour
- 1/2 c. Brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 c. Applesauce
- 1/2 c. Milk
- 1 t. Vanilla
- 1/2 c. Chocolate chips
Directions: Continue reading Chocolate Chip Applesauce Muffins
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Buttermilk Biscuits
I remember learning to make these when I was really young. My first experience baking them was in a wood stove! While I’m thankful for modern conveniences nothing compares to the taste of those first biscuits I made.
A lot of people shy away from making biscuits from scratch but they are really quite simple. Continue reading Buttermilk Biscuits
New Cook Book Release: 31+ Breakfast Ideas And Recipes
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Hey ya’ll! I happy to announce that I finished another cookbook that I had been working on. It will soon be available on Amazon in an ebook version and a paperback version. I’ll update this post with the links as soon as it is up on the site! Continue reading New Cook Book Release: 31+ Breakfast Ideas And Recipes
Cheesy Breakfast Croissants
This is yet another meal I’ve made out of some clearance items from the deli. You could use biscuits or toast in place of the Croissants too.
I was lucky to grab one for myself before the kids devoured the double batch I made!
Cheesy Breakfast Croissants
Ingredients:
- 6 ct. large Croissants (you could use the minis if you prefer)
- 6 slices of your favorite cheese
- 6 servings of your favorite breakfast meat (ham, sausage, bacon, etc)
- 6 eggs cooked the way you like them.
- Butter, melted (optional)
Directions:
Slice the Croissants in half so you have a top and bottom.
Layer with your cheese, meat, and eggs.
Place the top on the croissant.
You can enjoy this as it is or you can warm it slightly in the microwave, toaster oven, or oven.
You can also brush with butter before warming the croissant if you desire.
Enjoy!
July 23 – 29, 2017 Meal Plan
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Banana Crumb Muffins, scrambled eggs
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Oven BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Potato Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Grilled Cheese, veggies
Dinner: ++
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Tuna Salad, Veggies
Dinner: ++
Spicy Chicken and Bowties, Salad
Cupcakes (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Hot dogs, veggies
Dinner: ++
Salisbury Steak w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
PB & J sandwiches, fruit
Dinner: ++
Chicken & Cheese Enchiladas, yellow rice, beans
Snacks/Desserts:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Free Day
Snacks/Desserts:
PB Crackers
Saturday
Breakfast:
Breakfast In a Cup, fruit
Lunch:
Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, Veggies
Dinner: ++
Pigs in a blanket**, Ranch Potatoes**, salad **new recipes, links will update soon!
Snacks/Desserts:
PB Toast
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
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July 16 – 22, 2017 Meal Plan
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
French Toast Roll Ups, sausage
Lunch:
Hot dogs, Veggies
Dinner: ++
Boston Baked Beans, Grandma’s Mac N Cheese, Cole Slaw
Snacks/Desserts:
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Egg Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Fried Apple Pies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Easy Burrito Casserole, Yellow Rice, Salad
Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Ham & Cheese sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Red & White Pasta, Salad, Bread
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Chicken Salad, veggies
Dinner: ++
Chicken Cordon Casserole, veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Scrambled Egg Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Mac ‘n cheese, veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Cupcakes (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
PB & Banana Toast, Eggs
Lunch:
PB & J Sandwiches, Fruit
Dinner: ++
Snacks/Desserts:
S’mores
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
PB & Jelly Swirl Muffins
These yummy little muffins came about this morning after my four year old requested some PB & Jelly muffins last night. I thought about it a little and this morning I played around with a few ideas and ingredients to come up with this recipe. These will definitely be put on the rotating meal plans from here on out.
You could use chunky peanut butter and possibly add some chopped peanuts to the crumb topping, if you wanted to.
PB & Jelly Swirl Muffins
Ingredients:
Muffins:
- 2 c. flour
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 1/3 c. peanut butter
- 1 c. milk
- 1 egg
- 3 T. oil or melted butter
- 1 t. vanilla (optional)
- jelly, your favorite kind
Crumb topping (optional):
- 1/4 c. brown sugar
- 1/4 c. white sugar
- 1/4 c. butter or margarine, melted
- 1/2 – 3/4 c. flour
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350.
Grease a 12 cup Muffin Pan
In a large bowl stir together the flour and sugar.
Use a fork or pastry blender to cut in the peanut butter until crumbly.
Stir in the milk, egg, and vanilla until blended.
Fill muffin cups about halfway with batter.
Drop 1-2 Tablespoons of jelly into the center.
Spoon batter over tops of jelly.
Use a butter knife or fork to gently swirl the jelly and batter together.
Crumb topping:
Mix together the sugars and then blend in the butter.
Add the flour until a thick dough forms.
Use your fingers to ‘crumble’ the dough over the muffins.
Bake for 18-20 minutes.
Enjoy!
You can also make a thin glaze to drizzle over the muffins by mixing 1-2 T. of jelly with a little water. This is completely optional but my four year old (official taste tester) says it makes them ‘more yummy’!
Note he also requested some Peanut butter glaze which was just 1-2T. of peanut butter mixed with a little milk until it could be drizzled.
July 9 – 15, 2017 Meal Plan
I almost didn’t get this out today as I’ve been hard at work on a project which led to the discovery of many, many links that were not working. If you happen to find a link that isn’t working just let me know in the comments and I’ll try to get it fixed ASAP!
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Blueberry Oatmeal Bread, scrambled eggs, fruit
Lunch:
Hot dogs, Mac n Cheese
Dinner: ++
Slow Cooker Kraut & Sausage, French Fries, Buns
Snacks/Desserts:
Ice cream
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Egg Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Spicy Chicken and Bowties, Salad
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cupcakes (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
PB & J Sandwiches, Fruit
Dinner: ++
Chicken in a Biscuit, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Peas
Snacks/Desserts:
Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Scrambled Egg Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Sloppy Joes, French Fries, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Ham & Cheese, veggies
Dinner: ++
Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Tuna Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Pintos, hoe cakes, Easy Collard Greens
Snacks/Desserts:
Easy Banana Pudding in cups (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
Bacon Grits/Cheesy Grits, Eggs, Toast
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Easy Bean Tostadas, Rice, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Boiled Eggs
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
July 2 – 8, 2017 Meal Plan
I almost didn’t get this out today. I had been working on it and procrastinating a bit. I planned on finishing this up yesterday but after I mowed during the kids quiet time I really didn’t feel like doing much of anything for the rest of the day. After dinner I went to sit down for a minute and was out until late last night. But here it is, I hope you all enjoy and have a blessed, safe, and happy Independence Day celebration!
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll Ups, scrambled eggs, fruit
Lunch:
PB & J, fruit
Dinner: ++
Chicken Mexicana, Rice, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Jello w/fruit
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Scrambled Egg Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Poppy Seed Chicken, Rice, Green Beans, 7 Up Biscuits
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Something patriotic themed– will post the recipe as soon as I figure it out
(** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Soup, grilled cheese
Dinner: ++
Cookout (Hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, and all the fixins)
Snacks/Desserts:
Something patriotic themed
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Tuna Salad, veggies
Dinner: ++
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches, French Fries, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Hot Dogs, veggies
Dinner: ++
45 minute spaghetti sauce, noodles, Salad, Cheesy Garlic Bread Sticks
Snacks/Desserts:
Cake
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Ham & Cheese, veggies
Dinner: ++
Free Day
**(Check the freezer/pantry and use items to make a meal.)
Snacks/Desserts:
7 layer cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Snacks/Desserts:
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
June 25 – July 1, 2017 Meal Plan
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
NOTE: This is a Pantry Challenge Week for me.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Pancake Poppers, scrambled eggs, fruit
Lunch:
Tuna Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Upside-Down Meatloaf,Mashed Potatoes, Veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins/Root Beer Floats
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Spicy Chicken and Bowties, Salad
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cinnamon Toast/Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
PB & J, fruit
Dinner: ++
Mississippi Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Wheels **new recipe, link will update soon
(** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Dinner: ++
Crockpot Chicken Joes , French Fries, Cole Slaw
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
hot dogs, mac n cheese
Dinner: ++
Meatball Sandwich Casserole, Chips, Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Egg Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Free Day
Snacks/Desserts:
Sopapillas (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
Waffles, Fruit
Lunch:
Oven Toasted Cheese Sandwiches
Dinner: ++
Chili Dog Casserole, Chips, Potato Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few lot of extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
June 18 – 24, 2017 Meal Plan
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Cinnamon Muffins, scrambled eggs, fruit
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner: ++
Alice Springs Chicken, Baked Potatoes , Salad
Snacks/Desserts:
PB Crackers/Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
hot dogs, mac n cheese
Dinner: ++
Impossibly Easy Pizza Bake, Salad
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cupcakes
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Egg Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Fix It and Forget It Crockpot Chicken, 30 minute Rolls
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
PB & J Sandwiches, Fruit
Dinner: ++
Fish w/Honey Mustard Sauce, Baked Sweet Potatoes, veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Scrambled Egg Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner: ++
Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Dinner: ++
Crockpot Tortellini Soup, Buttered Bread
**(This is a fairly quick meal to put together as Momma has a class/dance in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments at the dance.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
Cheese Danish, Fruit
Lunch:
Soup (probably leftover soup), grilled cheese
Dinner: ++
Crunchy Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Cheesy Squash Casserole
Free Day
Snacks/Desserts:
++I have a few kids who seem to be going through growth spurts right now and are always HUNGRY. I have been keeping a pot of beans, blackeyed peas, or other vegetable as a side. I also have been buying a few extra snacks like fruit, veggies, yogurt, etc.
Eggless Nutella Muffins
This recipe came about one Wednesday morning when I had not been to the grocery store in over a week. It was one of those days where I was feeling like a walkie zombie too. I had been tempted just to make some toast spread it with peanut butter and sliced apples for breakfast. My four year old would have no part in that because it was ‘muffin day’.
I knew I didn’t have any eggs, as I hadn’t bought any in a while nor had I checked the henhouse yesterday. That’s what happens when you don’t stay on routine around here. I did have mayonnaise though so I knew there was hope. Below is the recipe, that I thought was an utter fail at first, and I hope your family enjoys it as much as mine does.
These could be made with eggs if you wanted to. Just replace the mayo and water with 2-3 eggs. You could probably also add in some white chocolate chips or nuts if you wanted to make these as a special treat. These are rich enough that they could probably be considered dessert!
These little yummies have a lot of potential and I’m sure you may see them popping up in various forms in upcoming recipes.
Eggless Nutella Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 c. self rising flour
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 1 1/2 – 2c. Nutella
- 6-8 T. mayonnaise (or use 2-3 eggs)
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350.
Spray or line your Muffin Pan
Mix together all of the ingredients, just until blended.
Spoon the batter, which will be thick, into the muffin pans. 2-3 Tablespoons for each cup.
Gently press the batter down if it is really thick.
Bake for 12-15 minutes. (8-10 minutes for minis.) They will look a bit gooey but that’s ok.
Remove and let cool for 5-10 minutes. (The middles may fall in but that is OK too.)
Enjoy!
**I will be trying these with some ripe bananas too. I will probably use 2 mashed bananas and only 1-2 Tablespoons of mayo. I will be sure to post that recipe after I try it.
