Make Life Delicious

Chocolate Peanut Butter Spread

November 17, 2011

I could eat this by the spoonful. And I did. But it’s supposed to be for bread or toast. And it’s wonderful on that, too. The recipe says kids love it, but hey, I love it too! Chocolate PB Spread 1/2 c. chocolate chips 2 T. hard butter 1 c. peanut butter Melt the [...]

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Pecan Squares

November 16, 2011

This is a good alternative to pecan pie. Great for parties and pot lucks! Pecan Squares Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup powdered sugar 3/4 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup honey 2/3 cup butter 3 tablespoons whipping cream 3 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans Preparation Sift together 2 [...]

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Quick & Easy Vegetable Soup

October 31, 2011

I made this a few weeks ago for someone that is in my husband’s Sunday School class and again this past Sunday for lunch. The first time I did it on the stove top and the second time I made it in the crock pot. Both times it turned out great. A great quick meal! [...]

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Witch Hat Cookies

October 27, 2011

This is a great little treat to make for Halloween parties at school or for your own Halloween party! The greatest thing about them….there’s NO baking involved : ) Witch Hat Cookies Ingredients 1 package fudge stripe cookies 1 package hershey’s kisses tube of orange icing Directions Turn desired amount of fudge strip cookies upside [...]

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Pumpkin Muffins

October 26, 2011

I have seen this floating around Pinterest and thought I’d give it a try. I’m not a huge fan of pumpkiny things but a friend said that it didn’t have a real heavy pumpkin taste. For having just 2 ingredients, WOW! These are some tasty little things and SO moist! I also added a little [...]

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Owl Cupcakes

October 15, 2011

Oh my goodness, these owl cupcakes are too cute! I saw them on Pinterest and followed on to the blog post to see how they’re made. They are so easy! A perfect little goodie for your child’s Halloween party at school or for a fall/Thanksgiving party! Check out Kara’s Party Ideas for other great Halloween [...]

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Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies

October 14, 2011

These are a great little cookie. A parent of a little boy in my MDO class at church brought me some and I asked her if she wouldn’t mind sharing her recipe : ) These are kind of a combination of a sugar cookie and tea cake…and I love it! I could eat about 20 [...]

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Pumpkin Dip

October 8, 2011

A friend just told me about this recipe today (along with another one that I will be sharing soon) and knew I had to try it. It sounded so good! (and of course easy!) It’s a great treat to whip up for a party or just to have to snack on at home. Pick up [...]

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Homemade Mashed Potatoes

June 9, 2011

There’s nothing better than some good ‘ol homemade mashed potatoes! This is a recipe for traditional, homemade mashed potatoes and they turn out perfect every time! Homemade Mashed Potatoes Ingredients 6 Medium Russet Potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/2 Cup warm Milk 1/2 Cup Butter or Margerine 3/4 Teaspoon Salt Dash Pepper Directions Place potatoes in [...]

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Orange Glazed Pound Cake

June 7, 2011

This is a great summery dessert. I made it for a friend that just had surgery the other day. She said it had just a hint of citrus flavor and was nice and light. I will make this the next time we have a church fellowship. I think it will be a big hit! Orange [...]

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