We do a lot of baking around the holidays and while the boys still get to help with stirring and beating, Mommy likes most of the treats to look really pretty when they are done. This year Kellogg's sent us a big box of all the yummy ingredients we would need to make Rice Krispie Treats with the boys! This is a perfect family activity because all 5 of us sit at the table and the kids get to be as hands on as they like! I was super impressed with the embellishments Kellogg's sent as … [Read more...]
Kellogg’s Rice Krispie Holiday Treats
Triple Chocolate Chip Muffins
It's that time of year again! Holiday Baking Time!!! I've already got my list ready of squares and treats I want to make for this years holiday season, but that's just one part of holiday baking! If you have over-night guests coming for the holidays this year, one of the easiest ways of serving up breakfast is with muffins. It's always our go-to breakfast to have on hand because it's quick, easy and everyone can eat when they are ready. While Carrot and Banana Muffins may be healthier options, I … [Read more...]
New Oakrun Savoury English Muffins
English muffins are not just for breakfast anymore! Canadian bakery Oakrun Farms has introduced their new and delicious savoury english muffins! Flavour options include: Jalapeno Salsa Toasted Onion & Smoked Black Pepper Sundried Tomato Basil It did not take our family long to think up ways to use these new flavours. I've created egg sandwiches, mini pizzas and we've used them as a side with dinner a number of times after toasting and a simple spread of garlic butter. There … [Read more...]
Kellogg’s Rice Krispie Treats for Halloween Fun!
Recently Kellogg's sent my family a really fun box full of Rice Krispies and all the fixin's and trimmin's to make a batch of Rice Krispie Treats! We took the opportunity one rainy fall day to sit down and do a fun family project making some Halloween Krispies! I had forgotten how easy it was to make Rice Krispies, this was one baking activity that didn't require a long cook time. Once the marshmallows were melted down nice and gooey and the cereal was mixed in, we were ready to create! We … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Squares
Thanksgiving weekend is upon us here in Canada! One of my favourite weekends of the year! It seems fitting to share with you all a new seasonal recipe I tried last weekend while we had company, Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Squares! They were a hit with both the young and old! HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Squares Ingredients 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned pumpkin is fine) 1 whole egg 2 egg whites 1 tbsp vegetable or canola oil 1 cup flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 … [Read more...]
Korean Pork Lettuce Wraps
This Korean Pork Lettuce Wraps recipe is brought to you in partnership with VH Sauces. VH Can Turn Any Meal into an Exciting Meal! With three boys in the house meal times can be hectic, there's always so much going on during that time of day, it's crazy! To make things easier, I try to have quick and easy recipes on hand and keep a cupboard stocked full of essentials like VH Sauces. Korean Pork Lettuce Wraps Just check out how … [Read more...]