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There was one film I was dying to see in the theaters this year that I didn’t get to see – Snow White and the Huntsman. It looked like the perfect blend of fierce chick and fantasy. The movie is now available for purchase on Blue-Ray/DVD and I couldn’t resist a little viewing party… To mark the celebration, I made a fun… Read More
The boys eat watermelon like nothing else, so when we’re having a summertime celebration I always try to pick one up. The other day when I went to purchase food for our annual gathering to celebrate the start of the football season, there weren’t any small-to-medium sized watermelon in sight. I purchased the smallest of the melons on hand and… Read More
A couple of things mark the end of summer and the beginning of fall around our house (and I’m sure many of yours too), one of them is football. Whether it’s football for the kids, in-state college rivalries, or even pro-football on Monday nights, it definitely signals a change in seasons here. I don’t know what it is, but I’m… Read More
Don’t miss this amazing DIY T-Rex birthday cake tutorial. The step-by-step instructions will make this complex looking cake well within reach! Editors Note: This t-rex birthday cake tutorial was prepared and submitted by Megan. She participated in Season 12 of the So You Think You’re Crafty challenge. It’s a whole lot longer than my quick crafts and easy recipes, but… Read More
I’ve been wanting to make a fun dessert in mini mason jars for a while now because we all know that anything is cuter on a stick or in a jar, right?! When I went to the grocery store this weekend, it was bursting with peaches – a delicious summer fruit to use in a yummy treat, so I made… Read More
With everything that’s been going on around here, I’ve decided to ask for a little regular help. Starting today, I will be introducing a couple regular site contributors… Meet Holly. Holly is a Utah-based event planner and stylist. Her work has been recognized on several large event sites. Amidst running her business and raising three kids with her husband, Holly… Read More
It’s hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner…I feel like we just barely finished up with Christmas! We’re welcoming in the holiday with some fun Oreo Love Bugs…one of our favorite treats! These little guys are super simple and take all of about 10 minutes to complete… You will need: Oreo Cookies Wilton Red Candy Melts,… Read More
I can’t remember exactly when I met today’s guest, but I can tell you she was wearing some pretty fabulous shoes. Meet Emily Hill, from Is This Really My Life. I admire Emily for many reasons and though her ability to pick out (and wear) an incredible pair of heels is quite a skill, it is the least of her… Read More
When I think slow cooker, I think comfort food. What says comfort food more than cheese? Monday I topped my chili with cheese, Steph’s amazing chicken tacos were topped with cheese. Today’s the day that it’s ALL about cheese…Slow Cooker Nacho Cheese. Now normally, I am not a huge fan of processed cheese, but this recipe is quite nice…down right… Read More
I love to use my slow cooker/CrockPot. Some people reserve their slow cooking for the Winter months when soups and stews are common meals. I am a year round CrockPotter myself. In fact, I actually created this recipe over the Summer months… We have tacos every Tuesday and I like to mix up the meat from time to time. This… Read More
The weather around here has been unusual to say the least…It’s been oddly warm in Utah this winter, but if you follow SNAP! on Facebook you’ll know that we had a crazy, crazy storm over the weekend. The cold weather has me thinking of all things cozy… Comfy chairs, soft blankets, good books, soups and warm slow cooker meals. I… Read More
Hey SNAP folks! Shelley from The House of Smiths here. I am excited to share with you one of our family-favorite, fool proof recipes – Creamy Artichoke Dip.It’s perfect for parties and get-together’s this holiday season! What you’ll need: – 2 packages of softened cream cheese – 1 cup of mayonnaise – 2 cans of quartered artichokes (drained and roughly chopped) – 1… Read More
I am going to be honest. The extent of my Halloween breakfast planning in the past has been Count Chocula and Boo Berry cereal on the table… This year I am determined to do breakfast right on Halloween and I’ve been collecting ideas. Today I am going to share 10 amazing Halloween breakfast ideas. Help me narrow it down here!… Read More
Make this smooth, creamy Instant Pot Lobster Bisque and your guests will think you’ve spent hours in the kitchen. Really? This lobster bisque recipe takes less than an hour from start to finish. This post contains affiliate links. I whipped up a rich, decadent Lobster Bisque and Mini Cheesecakes in my Instant Pot last week. Gasp! I know…You’re a little… Read More
If you’re hosting a luau or even a simple neighborhood bbq, these Pineapple Teriyaki Kielbasa Bites are an absolute must. This summer I am pretending I live in the tropics, rather than Utah. It’s all of the fun, without any of the humidity or the frizzy hair. It all started with a “trip” to Florida on my flamingo-themed summer front… Read More
UPDATE: Not interested in all of the rolling and cutting? I’ve updated my site with an even SIMPLER soft, chewy gingerbread recipe. It only takes about 30 min. from start to finish! My Mom loves Christmas. She doesn’t love Christmas like other moms. She REALLY LOVES CHRISTMAS. Like, at one point we regularly had four trees spread throughout the house. Not… Read More
Looking for a fun new cookie recipe or just a way to use up all that Halloween candy? Don’t miss this candy bar cookie recipe. I could have easily titled this post Confessions of a Spontaneous Seasonal Shopper. You see, if there’s a new seasonal item on shelves, I HAVE TO TRY IT. I fall for trying every new flavor… Read More
Summertime is meant for entertaining. If you want a spread that will truly delight, make up a batch of these pesto tortellini skewer appetizers for your guests. They’re the perfect bite of delicious. I titled today’s post as a “pesto tortellini skewer appetizers recipe.” Technically it could probably pass as a recipe, but if I am being totally honest I am… Read More
Looking for a spooktacular dish to serve this Halloween? Look no further than this wicked good Halloween Caprese Pasta Salad. Photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. This post contains affiliate links. Halloween is one of my all-time favorite holidays. It’s just sooo much fun to celebrate. Each year, I love to host a fantastically freaky meal to mark the… Read More
I love bananas and nearly always pick up a bunch while at the store, but I don’t always get around to eating them…and so they brown. They brown and brown and when they are about 10 seconds away from attracting pesky little fruit flies I mash them up and make banana bread. This go round I made my fall banana… Read More
Whether you’re of Danish heritage or not, you’ll love Risalamande (Ris a La Mande). This traditional Christmas Eve dish made out of rice pudding mixed with whipped cream, chopped almonds and topped with a cherry sauce is brought to you by World Market. Last year I found myself on my own for the holidays for the first time in over… Read More
Don’t miss out on this hearty Instant Pot eight can taco soup. This off-the-shelf, family friendly recipe can be made in less than 10 minutes – it is perfect for busy nights! In the past two weeks, I have been jolted out of bed in the middle of the night by an earthquake three times…I realize that may not be… Read More
Looking for St. Patrick’s Day dinner ideas? Here are 12 recipes to help get your “holiday” meal planning started. I love to put together a special meal for holidays. Last year for St. Patrick’s Day I made this delicious corned beef and cabbage dish in the Instant Pot, along with some Irish soda bread for Jay’s mom. It was so easy… Read More
Hello lovers! It’s time to celebrate your favorite gal pals with a fun Galentine’s Day Brunch! We’re sharing some fun brunch ideas + a $200 giveaway so that you can host a party of your own. The other day my friend Jen and I decided to throw together a quick little Galentine’s Day brunch for a few friends. When our friend… Read More
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or just enjoy a little Irish cooking with this Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe. This post contains affiliate links. I had my boyfriends parents over for dinner the other day. I. KNOW. So obviously I decided to show off by cooking a recipe I’d never made before…I. KNOW. Who does that?! The margin of… Read More
These soft, chewy gingerbread cookies, created in partnership withMcCormick®, have all the flavor of a traditional molasses recipe without all of the hassle. One of my favorite holiday traditions is making gingerbread, specifically gingerbread men, for decorating. In fact, my Easy Gingerbread Cookie recipe is easily the most popular on my site this time of year. One of the reasons my recipe… Read More
What better follow-up to our New Year’s Eve party ideas than a post featuring our favorite party-worthy New Year’s Eve appetizers? We’ve rounded up some of the most scrumptious and celebratory appetizers for ringing in the new year. . . 12 Party-Worthy New Year’s Eve Appetizers . Blue Cheese guacamole stuffed mushrooms with buffalo sauce from Half Baked Harvest …. Read More
Mini bread loaves make the best homemade gifts! Wrap your favorite recipe up in this sweet mini loaf bread packaging. This post may contain affiliate links. There are few things I like to bake more than little mini loaves of bread. I am partial to banana bread, though this Easy Pumpkin Apple Bread is a great option in the fall. Lately… Read More
Next Thursday is Halloween, and what better way to start a day full of Halloween parades, parties and trick-or-treating than with a spooktacular breakfast? Here are 12 fun Halloween breakfast ideas for kids. (I’m pretty sure grownups will love them too!) If you missed last year’s Halloween breakfast ideas, head over and check them out. My favorite is the recipe… Read More
Looking for a healthy, low carb breakfast casserole? Don’t miss this Hatch Chile Egg Bake. It’s an easy breakfast casserole recipe that comes together quickly and feeds a crowd! A few weeks ago we went out with a group of friends – about 12 couples. I was surprised to learn that Justin and I were one of two couples who… Read More
It’s hard to believe Halloween is in just a few short days…We’re all ready to go (I think), but I am always looking for a few last minute easy ideas. Today I’ve rounded up 20 easy Halloween snacks that you can make on the fly. You’re quickly going to realize that I am a “sucker” for desserts on a stick…. Read More
Nothing says “school” like a No. 2 pencil. Celebrate the new school year with one of these perfect pencil treats. Man. It’s hard to believe that school is right around the corner. I am not ready for summer to end. Since Jay’s girls are older, getting ready for school to start this year is entirely different than what I am… Read More
Make this Instant Pot Mini Cheesecake with Oreo Crust to share with your sweetheart or to treat the family. Either way this easy-to-make dessert is simple delicious. Homemade cheesecake always seems a bit daunting to me…There are so many things that can go wrong with this light fluffy dessert, I rarely make it. However, as a self-proclaimed Instant Pot Hero,… Read More
Last month I shared a recipe from our annual Halloween dinner. I actually whipped up this fried potato wedges recipe (otherwise known as fried ogre fingers) then, but didn’t get a chance to share it. Turns out it’s a bit of a kid favorite around here, so it looks like I have another opportunity… Fried Potato Wedges Recipe Ingredients: large potatoes… Read More