One thing I love about autumn is picking apples and then using them to make one of my family’s favorite desserts – apple crisp pie!
I came up with this recipe for a few different reasons. First of all, the thought of making a double crust pie intimidates me. Yup, I am a kitchen wimp sometimes… Also, while I love the taste and texture of apple crisps, I love the flaky crust of an apple pie just a hair more.
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We have a Sunday morning tradition in our house of having a big family-style breakfast, but usually it is just my husband and I so it is easy to whip up anything without a lot of time or effort. On the rare occasion I have all of my family together overnight, I want to serve a nice, big breakfast just to make them feel at home. The only problem with this is that these days they are bringing my grandbabies with them and I would rather spend my time playing with them than cooking.
So, the first thing I need to say is that I did not find this Pinterest treasure on my own… A dear friend found it and shared it with me. She jokingly asked, “So, do you think you could build something like this for your cabin by the end of the summer?”
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You don’t have to be a child to enjoy a popcicle on a hot summers day, and you don’t have to limit yourself to store bought pops full of artificial flavors. Next time you are in the mood for a refreshing treats, make yourself some popsicles using this recipe. Be warned though, they are so good you may have to hide them from the kids and everyone else!
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We are in the middle of building a fun outdoor entertainment area at our cabin that we hope to be able to enjoy during the day and for evening bonfires. One major problem we have noticed is the mosquitoes. They seem to be so much worse this year than any other year in recent memory.
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These breakfast quesadillas are quick, budget-friendly, and delicious! They are sure to be a hit with every family members, especially because they are so versatile.
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While some people might be asking how to hrow fruits and veggies in hanging baskets, others are probably asking why I would want to grown any kind of food in hanging baskets. Well, up until this year I had a huge garden space — unfortunately, we sold that house last year and are currently living in an apartment where all I have is a small patio.
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From simple to extravagant, DIY forts and playhouses are loved by kids young and old! While some of these forts have extensive supply lists and require several tools to put together, others require nothing more than a couple basic supplies and your imagination.
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Sometimes it is hard to come up with an April Fool’s Day Prank that is family friendly. Parent’s want to have some April Fool’s Day fun with the kids, but we certainly don’t want to scar them for life. This, my inspiration for this fun round-up!
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If you are looking for something to bake that will immediately brighten your day and make you think of spring and summer, try making these simple strawberry lemonade cupcakes. While they might not look simple, they are… Because they are made using a dressed up box of lemon cake mix and topped with an easy-to-make, homemade buttercream frosting.
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