The Organized Life, May Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on May 1, 2022 · 16 Comments
May is one of my favorite months, the weather is lovely with the promise of summer, The longer days and warm temps are great for Alfresco dining or entertaining outside… There are so many holidays and events to look forward to May Day, the Kentucky Derby, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day plus, my family has 5 … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, April Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on March 31, 2022 · 17 Comments
It is hard to believe tomorrow is April 1! But Yay Spring, and hopefully a few April showers will bring us an abundance of May flowers! Here are some things I am thinking about making in April the flavor/theme of the month is Vegetables You can see photos of these recipes in the April section … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, January Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on January 2, 2022 · 25 Comments
Welcome to 2022! Time for new beginnings! The monthly paint bucket is my bucket list of recipes I want try some based on a flavor or theme I gave HHjr an air fryer for Christmas and he has been watching You Tube videos and reading recipes It’s going to be fun watching and trying his … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, December Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on November 28, 2021 · 26 Comments
Happy December! I hope this December will be merrier for most than last year, and that you enjoy gatherings and fun The theme for this month’s recipe bucket list is Special Flavors Appetizers Bleu Cheese, Walnut and Thyme Pull Apart Puff Pastry Twirl from Eat Live Escape Parmesan Rosemary Potato Chips from Noshing with the … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, November Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on October 31, 2021 · 27 Comments
Happy Halloween! Time is flying, tomorrow is November 1! Time to start thinking about Thanksgiving {in the US} and the upcoming holidays! This month’s recipe bucket list is jam packed with Holiday flavors, recipes and inspirations You can see photos of the recipes in the November section of the Monthly Paint Bucket Pinterest board here … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, June Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on June 2, 2021 · 20 Comments
Happy June, and Happy Summer! When I see recipes that I would like to try, I pin them to organized Pinterest boards according to type, occasion or time of year Then I choose from those recipes and make a list for quick reference throughout the month Since June is traditionally the month of weddings, and … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, January Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on January 3, 2021 · 27 Comments
Yay! We made it!! Happy 2021!! This month we’re going to put an American twist on recipes inspired by cuisines from all over the world, and also lighten them up and make them healthier… The flavor/theme of the month for January is International Appetizers Artichoke Aoili Pizza, original recipe Bacon Asparagus Brie Bites from Delish … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, December Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on November 29, 2020 · 26 Comments
Happy December, one of my very favorite months! It is filled with hope and happy, yummy food and Christmas trees, decorations, lights, sugar plum fairies, Santa, and my birthday! Even though things might be different this year, we can still be full of holiday cheer! This month’s bucket list is full of recipes that promise … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, November Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on November 1, 2020 · 21 Comments
I know we are all shocked it is November already! As crazy and hard as 2020 has been, I can’t believe that it has gone by sooo fast! So here we are, onto the holidays! This month’s Paint Bucket is full of Thanksgiving and late fall appropriate recipes, savory dishes full of vegetables and sweeter … Continue reading →
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The Organized Life, October Paint Bucket
Posted by the Painted Apron on October 1, 2020 · 18 Comments
My monthly “Paint Bucket” is a list of recipes to refer to for cooking ideas and inspirations for the upcoming month. It is my way of organizing my meals and menus by choosing 16-18 recipes that are seasonal and appetizing, thus saving a lot of time endlessly browsing through Pinterest boards and saved recipes all … Continue reading →
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