Friday, May 24, 2013

Fly on the wall...banana splits


Welcome to a Fly on the Wall group post. Today 13 bloggers are inviting you to catch a glimpse of what you’d see if you were a fly on the wall in our homes. Come on in and buzz around my house.
 

Buzz around, see what you think, then click on these links for a peek into some other homes:

http://www.justalittlenutty.com/                               
http://followmehome.shellybean.com                      
http://stacysewsandschools.wordpress.com/                  
http://sadderbutwiser.wordpress.com                      
http://menopausalmother.blogspot.com/                  
http://mooreorganizedmayhem.blogspot.com/                 
http://hypnoticbard.blogspot.com/                       
http://themomisodes.com/                                
http://spatulasonparade.blogspot.com/                 


Have you ever wondered what you would see or hear if you were a fly on the wall in someone elses house? I have. So here is a glimpse at what you might see or hear at mine.

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During our homeschool days at lunch: "hey mom, who was the first person to get the bright idea to eat an egg?" I don't know. I guess the person who said, hey look at that white thing that fell out that chickens butt, wonder what it taste like"
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My son goes walking through the house, talking on his cell phone, he is turning over pillows, moving boxes and looks at me and mouths "I'm looking for my cell and can't find it" ROTFL yes, true story

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Dog is outside on the porch, I shut the sliding glass door when the a/c came on. She turns to run inside, BAM , right into the glass.

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I posted on FB: got a new tattoo today.
response: was this your first one?
duh I said "a new one"

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I'm in the middle of making a taco salad and my husband walks in, 
him: what are we having for supper
me: what does it look like
him: oh yeah

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My youngest son lays his hamburger on the table, goes to the fridge for the ketchup. Goes back, patty is gone, bun is there. 
WHAT?
Dog is licking her lips. hmmm

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On any given night I'm cooking supper, the boys walk in and say "whatcha doing?" 
My response: building a rocket ship, what does it look like?

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On a sleepless night while deployed my husband reaches into his MRE and pulls out a package he thinks is cocoa and pours it in his coffee, turns out it was grape kool-aid. He drank it anyway.

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After telling my son to be careful with a newly sharpened knife, I then slice open my hand and have to get stitches. irony

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I posted on FB: Today we celebrate our anniversary. 22 years.
response: how many years?
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Now how about a quick easy recipe? Here ya go:

Homemade banana splits
Makes 2 sundaes
1 banana, sliced in half length wise and across
6 strawberries,sliced
4 TBSP crushed pineapple
2 TBSP GF fudge sauce
4 TBSP chopped pecans
6 scoops Chocolate fudge brownie ice cream

I found a wonderful ice cream at Wal-Mart. Chocolate ice cream with fudge swirls and small bite size chewy fudge brownie pieces. In a bowl place 2 slices/halves of the banana, top with 3 scoops of ice cream, 3 sliced strawberries, 2 TBSP pineapple, drizzle with fudge sauce and pecans.

ENJOY

On June 1st you'll be able to read all about this hot fudge sauce and all the other wonderful things I received in my May Foodie Pen Pals box.



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Thursday, May 23, 2013

FFF party...ANYthing goes


This week for our Foodie Friends Friday Link party we are doing something different.
ANYthing goes, link up recipes, crafts, DIY projects AND link as many as you want. How's that for a party? WOO HOO

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Mongolian Beef

As you know I am a lover of Asian inspired foods. I love sesame chicken and a good fried rice.
I have several recipes that I have shared before:
Chicken Fried Rice
Korean Beef
Crispy Fried Shrimp with spicy Asian sauce
Pineapple Chicken

This time I wanted to do something a little different. I cook with mostly chicken, fish or shrimp but this one is with beef.

When we eat out and want 'fast food' it is usually a sub or Chinese food. Our night time 'go to' is Mexican or a local mom and pop place.

I have seen several post on Pinterest for Mongolian Beef and this is my version. Hope you'll give it a go.


Mongolian Beef
1.72 lbs of chuck steak
2 TBSP oil
1 tsp ginger powder
1 tsp garlic powder
4 TBSP soy sauce
2 TBSP brown sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
1 cup water
2 green onions
2 cups cooked rice

Begin by cooking the rice and while that is happening do the following: Add the oil into a large deep frying pan/skillet or wok. Allow the oil to heat up. Thinly slice the beef against the grain. Add the beef to the pan and cook, fast/stir fry style. When it is almost done, mix all the spices,water and sauces together and pour over the meat. Allow this to simmer covered for 10 minutes. While this is happening thinly slice the green onions and toss on top. Once the meat is cooked and the sauce has thickened, serve over rice.
ENJOY




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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Citrus Salmon with Strawberry Avocado Salsa

A few days ago while linking up to a blog party I saw a recipe that caught my eye. Salmon with a strawberry avocado salsa? hmmm why not? I love mango salsa and had been wanting to try other fruits as well.
I also love salmon and I really liked the ingredients in the marinade.
I found the recipe over at: Foodie Bride 
I did not grill mine as it was pouring rain, so mine was cooked in a skillet and I added more citrus juices than the original recipe.
It was absolutely fabulous! Hope you will try it as well.


Citrus Salmon with Strawberry Avocado Salsa (my adaptation)
4 small salmon fillets
Marinade in: juice from 1 orange and zest, 1 lime juiced, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, 1 TBSP cilantro, 2 TBSP olive oil. Soak the salmon as long as possible.
Cook in a skillet with the marinade. Top with salsa:
Strawberry Avocado Salsa
1 pint strawberries hulled and diced
2 small ripe avocado
1/2 red onion diced
juice from one orange
juice from one lime
1 TBSP cilantro
Mix and serve on top of salmon.

ENJOY

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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Apple Cinnamon Delight

We had a great supper last night. We had a salad, CROCK POT LASAGNA and then I threw together this FANfreakin'tabulous dessert! The inspiration for the fabulous dessert came from HERE.  I know, you're thinking,she said WHAT? ha ha 

I told my son what I was thinking about doing and he said "well what are you waiting for?" Then he went to the store for ice cream because he did not think the dessert was over the top all on it's own, it needed ice cream and cool whip.

Yep, it might be over the top for some, but not for this crowd. Heard enough? Okay, here it is:

Apple Cinnamon Delight
1 can apple pie filling
2 TBSP brown sugar
2 TBSP melted butter, unsalted
1 can Pillsbury cinnamon rolls
1/2 cup chopped pecans

In a large bowl pour the pie filling, brown sugar, melted butter, and pecans. Cut each roll into quarters and add to the bowl. Stir well. Spray a 9 inch baking pie pan and pour the contents of the bowl into the pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 28 minutes. Remove and pour the icing, that comes with the rolls, on top  and serve topped with ice cream, cool whip and caramel sauce.



Topping: Maola Ice Cream, Cool Whip and caramel sauce (all optional)



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Monday, May 20, 2013

Maple Pecan Muffins - SRS

It is that time again. Time to reveal who I was given this month for the SRS. Oh, but wait. Do you know about the SRS? Visit HERE for all the info.

I love being part of the SRS with all my blog buddies, searching new blogs, finding recipes, trying them out, taking photos and then sharing with all of you.

This month I was given the blog Bizzy Bakes written by Chaya. She has some great recipes and it really took me a long time to decide what I was going to try.

I chose a muffin recipe because I love muffins and made them for breakfast. You can find her recipe HERE. Now I will share my version with you.

Maple Pecan Muffins
2 cups flour
4 tsp baking powder
pinch salt
1/2 cup almond milk (plus 2 TBSP)
1 egg, beaten
1/3 cup maple syrup (plus 2 TBSP)
1/2 cup oil
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Top
2 TBSP brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Mix all the dry ingredients together in a bowl. In a separate bowl combine the wet. Now slowly mix the two together without over mixing.
Mix the brown sugar and pecans together and sprinkle over the top.
Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes
Makes 12 muffins




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Saturday, May 18, 2013

Swap N Share Sunday #6

Hi everyone! I hope you enjoyed your Mother's Day weekend last week and are rested up and ready for another great party.
My Mother's Day was good and bad. I received a new stainless steel deep frying pan from my mom and some whirly gigs for my garden. These help keep the moles out. My husband had his cousin make me a custom kitchen paring knife. Which I LOVE. I love it all. We spent the day with my mom, taking her to her favorite place for lunch and then to Lowe's to purchase flowers for her garden. Then we visited my dad at the nursing home (which was the bad part as he was not doing well at all) and then received word that my aunt was at the ER. She has been told she has lung cancer and it is inoperable. She has had several forms of cancer the last few years and has taken the full amount of chemo and radiation that one can. So now we love her, support her and pray.
If you would like to see one of our favorite desserts and one my mom made when I was growing up, you can read about it HERE.

Favorites from our last party:
Quiche from Feeding Big
Classic Chocolate malt from Just Dip It In Chocolate
Mexican Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cake from Yesterfood

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Link up to 3 recipes, visit 2 blog post before yours and comment letting them know you found them here. Be sure to add a link back in the form of text or the button to your post. If you have a "link or party" page you can add the button or text link there. AND this week we will link up G+, Pinterest or Facebook links under the recipe link up. Mixing it up a little :)


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skillet chicken

Monday night I had to use my new frying pan. A super large deep stainless steel puppy from my mom! YAY me and Mother's Day gifts. Love it

This was a super easy throw together. It's what I do best.

Skillet chicken
3 large chicken breast, cubed
1 can petite diced tomatoes, salt free
1/3 cup Mt.Olive sweet n hot salad peppers, with juice
1/3 cup drained black olives
3 TBSP oil
2 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp parsley flakes
1 tsp garlic powder

Cook chicken in the oil until done, add the seasonings to the chicken. I covered the chicken with the tomatoes and cook covered. Allow to cook for 20 minutes. Then add the olives and peppers. Cover and simmer another 10 minutes. I served this over couscous with fresh green beans and a salad.

ENJOY

I apologize for the photos, my camera was dead and this was taken with my phone.



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Thursday, May 16, 2013

FFF #44 BBQ Recipes and Memorial Day


Last week's party brought us some fabulous recipes. My pinterest board is busting with all these delightful treats!! You can see it HERE
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Our readers chose by views and votes, these recipes, see why right? YUM

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Smoothie - mixed fruit

Ever have one of those days when you are hungry, don't know what you want, don't feel like cooking and are too tired to go out?
That was today. So for breakfast I had some almond butter and a banana.
Lunch a large filling smoothie and a salad for supper.
I really wanted something cold, like ice cream or sherbet  We were out and the ingredients for ice cream where not in the house. Next best thing, smoothie!
My smoothies are different every time I make them. This was today's version.





1 lemon, juiced
1 cup almond milk
1/2 cup crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup frozen mixed fruit (peaches, strawberries)
1 frozen banana
2 TBSP organic ground golden flax seed
1 gala apple

Everything went into my Vita Mix and blitzed. YUM

What's your favorite version?


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