Feb

8

Superbowl recap




I want to do a little recap of yesterdays big game, because football is such an important part of my life.

…NOT! I want to talk about the FOOD!

We did not have a big party yesterday. We never have had a big Superbowl party, its always just our family. For me and the kids, the best part is the food. And the commercials. Normally, we have some combination of the typical cheese dip with the hunk of Velveeta, a seven layer dip, and some kind of sandwich. This year, with most of my family on a “healthy eating plan”, I mixed it up a bit. And it was a huge success!

Here are the recipes I tried – there are no pictures of the food I made. Please, with three men, do you think I had a chance to take a picture?

Smoky Sweet Wings - these were my favorite.

Baked Parmesan Garlic Chicken Wings - these wings made my sons swoon, seriously. Even the picky eater.

Pico de Gallo - this was my attempt at a healthier dip, and we all loved it. I admit that I’m a chip and dip addict, so I’ll be making this one again.

Oreo balls - Ok, so these might not fit in the “healthier” category, but they definitely fit in the OMG category. I used the recipe as a guide, but I don’t have a food processor so my son crushed the precious oreos with a rolling pin. I dipped the crushed oreo mixture in almond bark instead of melted chocolate. Delish and sooo easy.

I don’t normally post recipes, but my family normally doesn’t gush about anything I make :)

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Oct

8

Mom, dad, two boys, a dog… and swine




The flu made it through, despite my best efforts.  I took Nolan to the doctor this morning and its definitely swine flu.  I don’t know whats wrong with me, I feel horrible with headache and body aches, but no cough or fever – yet.  So we are resting and hoping the other guys don’t get it.

The nice thing about sick days is that it is perfectly acceptable to lay around in pajamas all day.  I like that part, but I don’t like worrying about my kiddos getting sicker.  And my husband and oldest son are healthy, so I’ve been doing some cooking and sanitizing the house so hopefully they stay healthy.

I am not a great cook or a very ambitious one, but I have a few favorite recipes that my family loves.  Today I made Taco Soup, which my husband thinks is heaven on earth. Yes, we are simple folk :)   Here’s the recipe, its quick and easy and cheap, if you like that kind of thing.  I’m not anal about following recipes, so I use what I have on hand.

Taco Soup

1-2 pounds ground beef (optional, I’ve always added it)

2 (15 1/2 oz) cans pinto beans

1 (15 1/2 oz) can kidney beans

1 (15 1/4 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained

1 (14 1/2 oz) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes

1 (14 1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes  ( I usually use 2 cans, love tomatoes)

1 (14 1/2 oz) can Rotel

1 (4 1/2 oz) can diced green chilies

1 package taco seasoning mix

1 package ranch dressing mix

1 can or bottle of beer (optional, but this is the magic ingredient, I always add it)

Brown ground beef, drain.  Put the meat and all other ingredients in a large crockpot, stir.  Cook on low 6-8 hours.  I serve with shredded cheese and tortilla chips.

 

The couch is calling my name, gotta go do some more resting.

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