a busy mama's diary to inspire

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

cute, edible acorns!


Got this idea from pinterest!



 

Noosa yogurt


 
I've seen this yogurt in the stores so many times and was always curious. So, I'm just here to tell you that it is DEEEELISH! You should try it! I've only had the raspberry, but there are others! Different than greek (which I am addicted to) but so so tasty and fresh!

California Pizza Kitchen macaroni and cheese

My dad, Kyla and I went out for lunch last weekend and Kyla ordered the mac and cheese. Ohmygoodness it was good! So, when the manager stopped by our table to see how our meal was, I asked him if he'd share his secret. He kindly replied "of course! It's super easy, and I make it with my girls at home."
So, not a healthy meal per say, but it sure is good :)

shredded velveeta, half and half, and milk. That's all you need. Melt ingedients together and pour over noodles. YUM!

Thursday, November 15, 2012




I have to re-post this recipe cause it's "that time of year" for yummy baked goods. This is my all-time favorite! (and the kitchen smells delicious right now!)




CHOCOLATE CHIP PUMPKIN BREAD:
3 1/4 c flour
1 T. baking soda
1 1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
2 cups choc chips
4 eggs
3 cups sugar
2 cups canned pumpkin
1 c vegetable oil
2/3 c water

Beat eggs, sugar, pumpkin, oil and water. Fold in flour, soda, salt and cinnamon. Add chocolate chips. Pour into 2 greased loaf pans. I use butter and then coat with sugar so it comes out with a yummy,sweet, crunchy outside :) Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 20 min or until toothpick comes out clean. (Make sure to let it cool almost completely before turning it out)
ENJOY!!! :)
WARNING : you may not be able to stop eating this :)

Texas Caviar Salsa (From Lynette's kitchen!)

 

Clara even loves it!
 
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
 
Bring this mixture to a boil and cool. Then pour it over the following:
 
2 green peppers (or one green and one red)
1 red onion (or you can also use white or yellow)
1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can white corn, drained
 
YUMMY!!! ENJOY!


Sunday, November 11, 2012

Happy Veteran's Day!

 
Thank you to all who have served, are serving and the loved ones who support! Thankful for the two men closest to me who have served...Grandpa and my Daddy-O.