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Party Panache, Cheese Stars

Posted by the Painted Apron on July 2, 2020 · 18 Comments

With the 4th of July just around the corner You might need a last minute snack or appetizer for your celebration! If you have bread, cheese, mayonnaise and a cookie cutter, you can make these! Since we’re celebrating on the coast, I made some “goldfish” too This is a quick and popular snack … Continue reading →

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Party Panache, Ditzy Ritz

Posted by the Painted Apron on January 4, 2018 · 13 Comments

This is one of those recipes that made me want to immediately run to the store to get the ingredients You know, an OMG I HAVE TO EAT THAT NOW type recipe 😋 Salty, buttery, flavorful, crispy, crunchy, crackers! 5 minutes to prep Pour the butter mixture over the crackers in a large ziplock plastic … Continue reading →

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Take-out Tuesday, Peanut Butter Power Balls

Posted by the Painted Apron on July 25, 2017 · 29 Comments

Are you a dedicated breakfast eater? I tend to grab and go, maybe a yogurt, or a spoonful of peanut butter or almond butter, and I am fairly addicted to these peanut butter bites from Skippy They are great for grabbing for a quick breakfast or snack on the run I decided to try making … Continue reading →

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Take-out Tuesday, Frozen Cereal Pops!

Posted by the Painted Apron on May 31, 2016 · 15 Comments

Did you have a great Memorial Day? Summer is officially here! How about a nice cold popsicle? These were a big hit with the kiddos An icy treat that can be breakfast or an afternoon snack Even the kids can help make these easy treats Just fill a plastic popsicle mold with cereal, fill with … Continue reading →

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Recipe Box, Healthy Apples!

Posted by the Painted Apron on November 2, 2012 · 6 Comments

APPLES! Turns out, an apple a day does keep the Doctor away! My husband, HH has been struggling with acid reflux for a while and has tried all kinds of pills and treatments. After breaking out into a rash 3 days after starting Prilosec otc, he swore off all drugs. Then, a crazy thing happened. … Continue reading →

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Gifts from the Kitchen, Harvest Snack Attack

Posted by the Painted Apron on October 1, 2012 · 1 Comment

Recently my son-in-law NG, [the Nicest Guy] was looking a little pathetic, feeling used and abused during our recent “Big Garage Sale”…he did work really hard, was the Main Muscle and had to move, haul, and carry a LOT of stuff. To cheer him up I promised him a sweet treat and he smiled and … Continue reading →

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