S'more Treats

I LOVE s'mores.  This is a snack I've made for ages and ooooooooh so good.

1 box of Golden Graham's (this smaller box)
4 tbsp butter
1 bag of marshmallows
About 1c chocolate chips
A pinch of kosher salt (you can skip this if you'd like but I like the salt to offset the sweet)

In a large pan melt the butter over low-medium heat them melt in the marshmallows and stir so it doesn't burn.  When melted turn off the heat, add a pinch of salt and the cereal mix together and sprinkle in the chips.  Stir one last time and pour the mixture into a lightly sprayed 13x9 pan.  Press down the mixture slightly and sprinkle with just a tiny touch of kosher salt to finish.  Let them set for a little, cut and enjoy!

Sorry for the picture I took it on my phone with that missing corner piece in my other hand, I couldn't wait :)

Easy Cheese Biscuits

I have been eyeing up those yummy looking cheese stuffed biscuits on pinterest for a while now and I have made my own simple version of them.


1 can of refrigerator biscuits
Mozzarella cheese
Garlic salt


Flatten the biscuits out til they are about the size of your palm and place some cheese on the dough.  I sprinkle just a touch of garlic salt on the cheese them fold in the sides of the dough to form a ball, making sure the cheese is well covered.  Place the dough balls on a greased pan sprinkle with just a touch more garlic salt.  Bakeat 375 until golden brown and let set for about 5 minutes before serving. Yum!


You can also make a garlic cheddar version by putting cheddar inside instead of mozzarella....oooooh the choices you could have

Baked Noodles & Meatballs

• 1 lb pasta, I like penne or small shells but any form will work
• 5 cups of pasta sauce or if you're using store bought about 2 bottles
• 16 oz package of frozen meatballs, roughly 15-20 depending on the size
• 15 oz carton of ricotta cheese
• 1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese

Preheat the oven to 350.  Cook the pasta until just about done, you want a little bit of bite left since it will also be in the oven for a bit.  Mix pasta, sauce and meatballs (I will usually thaw them partly and cut them in half).  Pour the mixture in a greased 13 x 9 baking dish and bake covered with foil for about 15-30 minutes (more if the meatballs are frozen, less if they aren't). 

Mix together the cheeses and a little bit of salt and pepper.  Drop spoonfuls of the cheese mixture over the pasta and sprinkle with a little garlic salt for extra flavor (this is optional).  Put back in the oven uncovered for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.  I like to let it set for 5-10 minutes before serving, makes it a little easier to dish out.

Caramel Apple Dip

My mom makes this dip for parties once in a while and it's always a hit.  I love caramel apples and this is a fun way to enjoy that taste.

• 1/2 c brown sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tsp caramel flavor or extract
• 8 oz cream cheese

Mix all of the ingredients until smooth.  I will sometimes sprinkle chopped nuts or chocolate chips on top too for an extra treat.  Serve with apples (my favorite is granny smith) or other fruits if you'd like.

Cheesy Pizza Bread

• 1 1/2 c flour
• 2 c milk, I use skim
• 2 beaten eggs
• 2-3 c of your favorite pizza cheeses, mozzarella, Munster, provolone etc...
• 8 oz pepperoni, I dice them up so I get a little in each bite
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic salt
• warm pizza sauce for dipping

Preheat the oven to 350 and spray a 13 x 9 pan with cooking spray.  Mix all of the ingredients together with the exception of the sauce and a little bit of the cheese.  Pour the dough into the pan and top with the remaining cheese.  I will sprinkle just a touch more garlic salt on at this point too.  Bake for about 25 minutes or until nice and brown.  Or if you'd like you can use a loaf pan for thicker bread but you're have to adjust your cooking time and wait for a knife to come out nice and clean.

Cheeseburger Casserole

This recipe just kind of happened one night and we have made it a few different ways since.  It is a quick throw together type of meal for those busy nights or when you're just not in the mood to make a big 'ol meal.

• 1 - 2 pounds of ground beef, if making it for a couple of people I use 1 pound
• 1/4 cup bacon bits or you could use fresh if you'd like
• Lawry's Seasoning Salt & garlic salt, just a dash of each
• 1/4 tsp of dried minced onion
• 3 tbsp bbq sauce (optional)
• 1 tube of crescent rolls
• 1 pouch of Velveeta Cheese Sauce or about 1/3 of a loaf of Velveeta cut into cubes
• Extra cheese for sprinkling if you'd like

Start by browning your meat on the stove, when about 3/4 of the way cooked drain off the grease and add the seasoning, bacon bits and onions. Stir in the cheese sauce and allow to melt, then add the bbq sauce if you'd like.  

For baking I use a 10 x 8 pan but I have also used a 13 x 9 baker and that works really well too.  Lightly spray the pan of choice with cooking spray and pour the meat mixture into the bottom of the dish them unroll the crescent rolls, placing them directly on top of the meat.  Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for about 15 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.  For serving I will sometimes sprinkle the top with a little extra cheese.  Cheese is good.

*I found this Velveeta Cheese Sauce at Dollar General for $1 a pouch.  It is just a pouch of cheese like you get in the box of mac and cheese, fabulous!  I'll admit I purchased all they had an put them in my pantry because I was fearful I might never find them again

"Magic Brands" By Joey Greens

This afternoon I took a trip to our local library and as usual I ended up in the cookbook and home improvement section....note to my husband, if you can't find me look here first.  I came across this book and though I have only thumbed through the sections thus far I have to admit I am very interested.  I also saw that this author has a few other books on the shelves too and I'll be back to check those out on another trip.  In  nutshell the author takes common brand-name products and lists different uses for them.  He also gives a little history on the product.  Now I will admit that there are some things that I already knew but there are a bunch that I have never heard of before.  I'm going to put a list on here of some of the items that I have found in this book so far.  Keep in mind I have not tried any of these yet but bet your money I probably will soon :)

• Aunt Jemima Original Syrup
• prolongs the life of a Christmas tree
• condition hair and prevent split ends
• revives an ailing house plant (not that I've ever killed a house plant or anything)
• Canada Dry Club Soda
• makes pancakes, waffles and matzah balls fluffier 
• cleans grease from car windows
• loosens rusty nuts and bolts
• Chapstick Lip Balm
• prevents car battery corrosion
• shine leather shoes
• prevent hair coloring from dyeing your skin
• Colgate tooth paste
• clean piano keys
• remove crayon from walls
• remove kool-aid mustaches from children
• remove tar from skin
• Dannon Yogurt
• soothe sunburn pain
• tighten pores and cleanse skin
• Endust
• sweep up dust and dirt with ease
• prevent water spots and soap scum on shower walls and doors
• Heinz Vinegar
• dissolve warts
• relieve itching
• remove decals and bumper stickers
• remove wallpaper
• Jell-o Gelatin
• style your hair.......ha?
• make wine jell-o
• Lipton Tea Bags
• deodorize your feet
• accelerate the germination of grass seeds
• tenderize meat
• Morton Salt
• repel flies
• remove dandruff
• keep slugs away
• Spam....there were just interesting
• polish furniture
• steam-proof mirrors
• fish bait......finally a good use for the stuff!

These are just a quick few of the items listed in this book, I will be reading and taking notes from this one for sure.  If any of you also read it or have suggestions for other product uses let me know and we can make up our own list!