Have fun with your food – Suntanned Turkey!

Cooking shouldn’t be about all work and no play – where’s the fun in that?  So we’d like to encourage you to play with your food a little bit with an adorable twist on your typical turkey dinner.  Why not try a suntanned turkey?  Take a look:

Now isn’t she a cutie?  And it takes almost no time at all to make your own bikini clad turkey diva.  All you need is some aluminum foil, scissors, and of course – a turkey!  Get the instructions here, and then create something fun for dinner tonight!

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Edited: July 13th, 2011

Quick & easy 4th of July dessert – grilled candy bars!

It’s almost time to break out the barbecue grill for the biggest of the summertime holidays – the 4th of July!  Got your steaks marinating and your side dishes planned, but need a great dessert?  Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with a fun and fast summertime sweet treat.  And since the grill will already be stoked what could be easier than a grilled candy bar!  Take a look:

Mmmm, you can’t deny that this looks ooey, gooey good!  And you can use any type of candy bar you like – or use several so your guests can choose their favorite!  Get the recipe here, and let’s go pull out that grill.  You may want to make these all summer long!

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Edited: June 29th, 2011

A sandwich just isn’t a sandwich without…mac & cheese?

I’m a huge sandwich fan.  Burgers, hoagies, panini’s – you name it, I probably love it.  They’re easy portable meals – the ultimate convenience food!  Of course the popular sandwich comes in a gazillion different makes and models, and I try to sample as many varieties as I can.  So when I came across the Mo’Betta Sandwich from Shopsins in New York City, I knew this was one I’d like to try!  I guess you’d call it a breakfast sandwich, but I’ll let you make your own decision on that.  Take a look:

Wondering what that’s all about?  Well, I’ll tell ya!  This sandwich is a combination of sweet and savory created from 2 buttermilk pancakes with a twist – a little mac and cheese added to the batter to serve as the ‘bun’.  Hiding in between is maple bacon and scrambled eggs.  Yummm, sounds like my type of sandwich.  Whether you order this one for breakfast or lunch, it’s sure to fill you up!  Want to try this monster sandwich out for yourself?  When next you’re in the Big apple, head over to Shopsins and place your order!

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Edited: June 27th, 2011

Yummy Father’s Day Dessert – Banana split cake!

Father’s day is right around the corner folks – are you all set for Dad’s big day?  Got your presents wrapped, and your dinner planned?  Great – now it’s time to think about dessert, and we’ve got a good one for you.  How about a banana split cake!  Take a look:

All I can say is yummmm!  Why settle for one dessert when you can get 2 in one shot?  And trust me, no one can resist layers of vanilla cake, vanilla pudding, bananas, chocolate sauce & whipped cream.  You’ll want to make this sweet treat again and again!  Get the recipe here and let’s get started!

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Edited: June 16th, 2011

Memorial day dessert alert – grilled banana splits!

Hooray for summer holidays!  Memorial day is on the horizon, and it’s one of my favorites because it kicks off the warm weather grilling and barbecue season.  If you’ve been planning your menu for the big day, and haven’t gotten around to dessert yet (or even if you have!) I’ve got a recipe that looks great, tastes great, and is oh so easy and quick to prepare.  I’m talking about a grilled banana split!  Take a look:

Looks yummy, huh?  And there’s always room for ice cream!  It makes an inexpensive dessert, preps fast, and you get to use that newly pulled out grill!  Get the recipe here, and happy eating!

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Edited: May 25th, 2011

It’s a hamburger…no wait, it’s a burger cake!

Hey all!  Today I want to share a recipe with you for a unique sweet treat that’s sure to create smiles all around – The hamburger cake!  Adults and kids alike will get a kick out of this cute dessert that’s all dressed up as dinner.  Take a look:

Fun,  right?  C’mon you know you like it – it’s even got ‘seeds’ on the top bun just like your favorite fast food restaurants!  The hamburger is created from cocoa krispies, and the bun is made from 9 inch round cakes.  Want to give this cutie a try?  Get the recipe here and let’s get started!

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Edited: May 10th, 2011

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

It’s the 5th of May, and that means it’s time for a Mexican themed Cinco de Mayo celebration!  Think Mexican food, tequila, margarita’s and a festive good time!  I’m here to help out with your party menu – you can’t have  Cinco de Mayo festivites without good food – how about  sausage and potato quesadillas for a quick and easy start?  Check ‘em out:

Umm, yummy, cheesy sausage-y quesadilla’s!  They go great with any Mexican themed party of course, and you can make these in no time!  Get the recipe here and then get your grub on!  And of course we didn’t forget the drinks!  You won’t be able to resist trying this simple Sangria – looks great, and tastes even better!

Go here to get the recipe, and then let’s get this party started!

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Edited: May 5th, 2011

Baking up Mother’s Day – Chocolate Hazelnut Macaroons!

Less than a week to go until Mother’s Day!  If you’ve got your menu mostly planned and are looking for a sweet treat to end your feast look no further.  How about trying a batch of delicious macaroons – take a look at these little pretties:

yumm, just looking at these are making me hungry.   They’re the perfect treat for Mothers Day -  compact, pretty & delicious!  And if you’re not a fan of the chocolate/hazelnut combination you can substitute this filling with something else – try one of the variations included with the recipe, like lemon-raspberry, or how about pistachio-apricot?  The possibilities are endless once you’ve got the basic recipe, which you can find here.  So, fire up your ovens!  And if you come up with a unique flavor combo for your own macaroons, let us know about it so we can give it a try!

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Edited: May 2nd, 2011

Are you baking for Mom this year? Don’t forget your edible images!

Hello lovely readers!  Time is counting down (tick, tick), and Mother’s Day is fast approaching.  Have you got everything marked off of your to-do list?  Flowers, check.  Gift, check.  Brunch preparations, check.  A lovely dessert to finish things off, Ohhh noooo!  Well, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with a quick and lovely idea that’s sure to make Mom smile.  How about cupcakes or cookies with some Mother’s day themed edible images to let Mom know you covered all the bases!  Best part is, if you don’t have time to do the baking, you can add your edible images to store and bakery bought goodies!  See, told you we could help – don’t you feel a great weight lifted off of your shoulders?  Take a look at some of our Mother’s day designs:

Mom will smile from ear to ear when she gets a look at these!  Get your orders in by May 4 if you want guaranteed shipping before the big day!  And don’t forget to start planning for graduation, prom, and Memorial day – they’ll be here before you know it and we’re ready to help.  Get your custom orders ready!

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Edited: April 26th, 2011

It’s beginning to look a lot like Easter!

Since I know everyone’s being inundated with Easter recipes, decorations, Easter eggs and baskets I thought I’d add to the fray by giving you yet another irresistibly cute Easter cake recipe.  Take a look at the Daisy Butter Cake:

Isn’t that festive and springlike?  It would look great on your Easter table, next to the juicy glazed ham, or whatever else you may be serving this year.  Get the recipe here and whip up something pretty for your holiday table!

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Edited: April 13th, 2011