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Breast Cancer Awareness OREO Pops

by Dana Zeliff on October 6, 20162016-10-06
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Show your support with these pretty White Breast Cancer Awareness Oreo Pops. These would be great for a school raffle, bake sale or just to get creative with your kids.

INGREDIENTS:

6 Double Stuff Oreos
1/2 cup White Candy Chips
6 Sticks
1 tsp Crisco
Pink Fondant

DIRECTIONS:

Roll out a small amount of fondant to about 1/16″ thickness.
Cut 6 ribbons of fondant, sape and place in refrigerator to firm.
Twist open each of the Oreo cookies.
Using the stick, make an indentation in the white filling of each cookie.
Heat Candy Chips and Crisco by microwaving for 30 seconds stirring and repeating until melted. Allow to cool for 2 minutes.
Dip stick in melted candy and then insert stick in indentation of cookie.
Place cookie back together and place in refrigerator to set for 5 minutes.
After cookies have set, reheat candy for 30 seconds and stir.
Lay Oreo in melted candy and spoon mixture over cookie to coat completely.
Carefully remove from candy so the cookie doesn’t come apart, and let excess candy drip off.
Lay Oreo on wax paper. Place ribbon on cookie and gently press in to set.
Immediately place in refrigerator for 10 minutes to set candy mix.

How do you show your support?

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Apple Pie Filling Recipe with Homemade Apple Filling

by Dana Zeliff on October 3, 20162016-10-03
in Apples Recipes, Recipes

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I made Apple Pie with my step-dad last week using apples picked from a local farm. I was surprised at how easy making an apple pie can be! If you want to make this all American pie, check out my Apple Pie Filling Recipe below:

Ingredients:
6-8 cups sliced apples
1/2 – 1 cup Brown sugar
1/8 + tsp salt
1 1/2 – 2 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 + tsp cinnamon
1/8 + tsp nutmeg
1 package of Pillsbury pie crust

*The ingredient amount range is due to the size of the pie! Use the more of an ingredient for a 10 in. pie and less for a 9 in. pie. You can also modify the amount of brown sugar based on the sweetness/tartness of your apples.

Directions:

Combine all dry ingredients and sift over apples, stir. Tip: Use a large bowl and clean hands to mix as they are more gentle than a spoon.
Line pie crust with apple mixture and dot with butter.
Add top crust, prick or cut slits in top.
Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar and dot with butter.
Bake at 450° for 10 minutes then lower temperature to 350° and bake for 35 to 45 minutes more. Tip: Place a baking sheet under the pie pan to prevent drips.
Top with vanilla ice cream or cool whip (optional.)

Do you have a favorite Apple Pie Filling Recipe?

Adopted from Joy of Cooking Cookbook

Don’t forget to see my Apple Pie Recipe with homemade pie crust

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Halloween Treat Ideas for School Parties

by Dana Zeliff on September 19, 20162016-09-19
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Here’s a roundup of several Halloween treat ideas to help get your creative juices flowing! Each year, my kids school has a “party” where kids can bring in treats for the class. Some parents always amaze me with their creativity when I just show up with a fruit bowl 🙂 This year, we’ve provided several Halloween treat ideas for school parties to make planning a bit easier.

Have your own fun recipe idea? Share it in the comments.

Halloween Treat Ideas for School Parties

Candy Corn Crunch from This Mama Loves

Popcorn Jack-O-Lanterns from Mom on Dealz

Meringue Ghosts from Madame Deals

Witch Hat Surprise Cookies from This Mama Loves

Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting from The Coupon Challenge

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Delicious Recipe for Homemade Applesauce in the Slow Cooker

by Dana Zeliff on September 1, 20162016-09-01
in Apples Recipes, Recipes

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Apples are plentiful this time of year, so take advantage of picking at your local farms and shopping grocery store sales. Check out this easy recipe for Homemade Applesauce in the Slow Cooker for a healthy and budget friendly treat. I love recipes that I can set and walk away!

Bonus – your house will smell amazing all day 🙂

Recipe for Homemade Applesauce in the Slow Cooker

Ingredients:

15 – 25 Apples Peeled, Cored and Sliced*
3/4 Cup Water
1 tsp. Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Cinnamon Stick (optional)**
1/4 – 1/2 Cup Sugar (optional)

*Number of apples will be dependent on size of apples.
**You could substitute 1 tsp. Ground Cinnamon for the Cinnamon Stick or eliminate

Directions:

1. Put all ingredients into slow cooker except for the sugar. I like to wait until after cooking to see if the applesauce needs added sugar. If you purchase sweeter apples, you may not even need to add sugar as it will be naturally sweet. If you have tart apples such as Granny Smith, you will likely need to add a bit of sugar.

2. Slow Cooker should be about 3/4 full.

3. Cook on low about 6 hours. If you’re not using an Apple Peeler/Corer/Slicer, you will need to increase your cooking time to accomidate chunky apple pieces.

4. Remove and discard cinnamon stick.

5. Mash with a potato masher for chunkier applesauce or blend for a smoother applesauce.

This will last in the refrigerator for about a week.

I love that I can tweak the recipe for whatever I have on hand. This recipe also freezes well. I’ve placed cooled jars into the freezer without a problem. To thaw, I just let it sit in the fridge for about a day. Then it’s ready for the kids to chow down on homemade applesauce in December.

Note: If you have a small slow cooker, use 6 -10 apples and reduce water to about 1/2 cup.

What is your Recipe for Homemade Applesauce in the Slow Cooker? Do you add other ingredients?

Make sure to also see my Apple Pie Recipe with homemade pie crust!

Slow Cooker Applesauce

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Low Fat Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

by Dana Zeliff on July 17, 20162016-07-17
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One of my all time favorite foods is fettuccine alfredo, but it definitely doesn’t fit with my healthy eating plan. That’s why this low fat fettuccine alfredo recipe is perfect. Get the same great taste with less fat than traditional fettuccine alfredo recipes.

This skinny version has 400 calories per serving and 14.2g of fat. The average fettuccine Alfredo has about 800 calories and Olive Garden’s dish will have you on the treadmill even longer with about 1,220 calories!

If you’re using Weight Watchers this recipe comes in at 8 PointsPlus per serving. However, if you find a low fat, low carb pasta or alternative, it would really lower the points.

Low Fat Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe:

Makes 8 servings

Ingredients:

8 oz baby portabella mushrooms, sliced
1 head fresh or 1 package frozen broccoli florets
16 oz box of fettuccine

4 oz. 1/3 reduced fat cream cheese or neufatchel cheese (next to cream cheese)
2 cups skim milk
1 cup reduced fat grated parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp salt
1 TBS butter
2 TBS flour
Non stick pan spray
4-5 cloves garlic, minced
black or white pepper (to taste)

Directions:

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Party Perfect Mini Chili Dog Recipe

by Dana Zeliff on June 27, 20162016-06-27
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Need a fast, crowd pleasing appetizer for your next gathering or game day party? Try this Mini Chili Dog Recipe. It’s sure to be a hit!

There are few ingredients in this chili dog recipe, so you won’t break the bank. You can also add additional toppings to suite your guests or substitute chopped red onion for green.

Mini Chili Dog Crescents Recipe

Ingredients

1 package Cocktail Wieners
1 can Crescent Rolls
1 can Chili (15 oz)
1 bunch diced Green Onions
Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375.
Unroll crescent dough.
Cut each of the triangles in half and place into the cups of a mini muffin tin.
Place a wiener in each.
Back for 10 minutes.
Heat chili according to can directions.
Remove from oven and top each weiner with chili.
Return to oven for 5 minutes.
Place rolls on cooling rack.
Top with shredded cheese and diced green onions.

You might also like this Fresh Salsa Recipe

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Weight Watchers Pumpkin Muffins

by Dana Zeliff on June 26, 20162016-06-26
in Pumpkin, Recipes, Weight Watchers Recipes

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I love the flavor of pumpkin, and I really like that it is so good for you – those two things don’t always go hand in hand.

Pumpkin has fiber, antioxidants, beta carotene, iron, Vitamins A,C,K, and E. It makes for a great ingredient in many recipes, and it also keeps goodies moist instead of dry like many “healthy” recipes. These Weight Watchers Pumpkin Muffins come in at right about 4 PointsPlus per muffin.

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Muffins:

Ingredients:

1 cup canned Pumpkin
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
2/3 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup skim or 2% milk
1 tsp. Pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1 Tsp. Baking Soda
½ tsp. Salt
2 eggs

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°.
Line muffin tin with cupcake wrappers.
Beat applesauce, brown sugar, milk and eggs in a medium bowl until well combined.
In a separate bowl stir together; flours, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Add flour mixture to wet ingredients a little at a time until fully incorporated.
Fill wrappers 2/3 of the way full.
Bake for 20-23 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when poked in the center.

Serving size = 12 muffins

Weight Watchers Points:

Total recipe = 71 SmartPoints and 48 PointsPlus
6 SmartPoints per muffin
4 PointsPlus per muffin
4 WW points per muffin (old system)

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Muffins

Ingredients

1 cup canned Pumpkin
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
⅔ cup applesauce
⅔ cup brown sugar
⅔ cup skim or 2% milk
1 tsp. Pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1 Tsp. Baking Soda
½ tsp. Salt
2 eggs

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°.
Line muffin tin with cupcake wrappers.
Beat applesauce, brown sugar, milk and eggs in a medium bowl until well combined.
In a separate bowl stir together; flours, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Add flour mixture to wet ingredients a little at a time until fully incorporated.
Fill wrappers ⅔ of the way full.
Bake for 20-23 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when poked in the center.

These muffins also freeze well, so they are great for double and triple batches. Toss into zippered freezer bags for grab and go breakfast or snacks.

Share your thoughts on these Weight Watchers Pumpkin Muffins. Did you make any changes?

Looking for more weight watchers recipes? Try this Weight Watchers Banana Bread Recipe

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