Balls of Sin!
February 18th, 2010
I am tellin you what, I made these sinful little buggers and now I can’t seem to stay away from them. Somebody is going to have to come get them before I am as big as the side of a barn. There are only about 50 left. When can you be here???
What am I talking about? THESE:
Oreo Balls
The most sinful awful creation know to man. Seriously, they are. I am not kidding at all. They melt in your mouth and are all chocolaty and creamy and gooey and delicious.
I now need the top rated diet pill on the market.
I would tell you how to make them but then you will need an intervention.
Ok, so misery loves company, I am going to tell you just for spite.
Oreo Balls
1 package regular Oreos
1 package Cream Cheese
Melting Chocolate
Crush up the oreo’s in a food processor and add the cream cheese. Make small balls out of the dough and refrigerate for at least an hour. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler. Dip each ball in the chocolate and let cool.
Yes, they are really that easy. I store mine in the fridge due to the fact that they have cream cheese in them. But I will seriously let you have them all if you will come get them. If I don’t answer the door, check me for a diabetic coma.
Winter Wonderland And Some Winners
February 12th, 2010
Well, I am missing the circus tonight. THANKS alot snow. It is pretty…but it is cutting into my personal events. Not only did I get jipped out of going to the circus but they have canceled the karate banquet. For the second time! AND, they are calling for snow again on Sunday. I am telling you, this is some crazy Georgia weather we are having this winter.
The dogs are certainly enjoying the snow. Romping around wrestling, running, and jumping. They have been really funny to watch.
It is however enough to make me want to dig out the Rimowa luggage and fly to the tropics…only I can’t get to the airport I don’t think. Then if I could it would be the issue of flights taking off or being stranded. So, here I sit in my snuggy freezing watching the white stuff continue to fall.
I do have some winner to tell you about…
The Pedia-Lax Fiber Gummies winner is:
#11- Amanda Starr
The Chocolate Cheerios winner is:
#27 - GaHome2Mom
Congratulations to you both!!
Please check your e-mail for verification.
And, until next time…I am going to cozy up and hibernate. Please wake me up when spring hits.
Your Personal Advisor for Valentine’s Day (GIVEAWAY)
February 10th, 2010Have you been racking your brain for the perfect gift for your special Valentine? Let Walgreens help!
During the last few days leading up to Valentine’s Day, Walgreens will transform their 26,000 beauty advisors into “Personal Gift Advisors” to help last-minute shoppers find the right gift - from popular fragrances and cosmetics, to candy, cards and cute plush toys. So make your special someone’s heart melt with Valentine’s Day essentials from your local Walgreens. Not sure where a store local to you is? Use their Store locator.
Did you know? A recent report from the National Retail Federation shows that couples plan to spend less on each other this year; forecasted to spend an average of $63.34 on gifts for their significant other vs. $67.22 last year. Walgreens provides a great value to those who are on a budget this year and the advisors can show you how to be savvy on your spending.
As a special Valentine treat this year Walgreens is offering you the chance to win a $25 Walgreen giftcard. To enter just leave a comment stating what you would love to buy for your special someone at Walgreens this year. All entries must be received by NOON EST Thursday Feb. 11th, 2010. All enrties must have a valid US mailing address. Winner will be selected by random drawing.
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Chocolate Cheerios (Giveaway)
February 3rd, 2010Oh my goodness…If you love chocolate (and who doesn´t?), you will LOVE the new Chocolate Cheerios-with a perfect balance of whole grain goodness and a delicious touch of chocolate taste in every bite. These little buggers are fabulous. I am normally not a fan of chocolate cereals…they always taste too fake to me. And leave a weird aftertaste. But I do really like the new chocolate cheerios. They aren’t overwhelming if that makes any sense. They are perfect.
Chocolate Cheerios is low in fat, heart healthy*, has 100 calories per serving, contains at least 8 grams of whole grain per serving (at least 48 grams recommended daily), and is a good source of calcium and vitamin D. Made with real cocoa, Chocolate Cheerios can help your family start the day off right with a delicious and nutritious breakfast that is sure to make you smile!They also make a great snack to throw in a baggie and take along with you!
They have even came up with some great recipes using Chocolate Cheerios for you! Here are a few for you to check out:
Chocolate Cheerios® Marshmallow Hearts
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Start to Finish: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Crust
1 cup Gold Medal® all-purpose flour
1 cup Chocolate Cheerios® cereal, crushed
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups miniature marshmallows
Topping
2/3 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 bag (11.5 ounces) milk chocolate chips
4 cups Chocolate Cheerios® cereal
Candy sprinkles, if desired
Heat oven to 350°F. Line bottom and sides of 13×9-inch pan with foil. In large bowl, mix all crust ingredients except marshmallows with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Press firmly into bottom of pan.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from oven. Immediately sprinkle with marshmallows. Return to oven; bake an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until marshmallows just begin to puff. Cool while preparing topping.
In large saucepan, place all topping ingredients except cereal and sprinkles. Heat over medium-low heat just until chips are melted and mixture is smooth, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in 4 cups cereal. Immediately spoon warm topping over marshmallows; spread to cover. Sprinkle with candy sprinkles. Cool completely, at least 1 hour.
Using foil to lift, remove mixture from pan; remove foil. With deep 2 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 18 hearts. Store loosely covered.
Chocolate Hazelnut Marshmallow Balls
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Start to Finish: 15 Minutes
1/2 cup hazelnut spread with cocoa
1/4 cup milk chocolate chips
14 large marshmallows
Toothpicks
3 cups Chocolate Cheerios® cereal
Round wooden sticks with one pointed end or craft sticks
(flat wooden sticks with round ends)
In medium microwavable bowl, microwave hazelnut spread and chocolate chips on high 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Place cereal in shallow dish.
Insert toothpick into marshmallow; dip in chocolate mixture. Roll in cereal to coat completely. Place on large plate; remove toothpick. Repeat with remaining marshmallows. If desired, insert round wooden sticks into each for pops.
Refrigerate 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.
14 servings
Strawberry-Chocolate Cheerios® Parfaits
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Start to Finish: 15 Minutes
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
4 containers (6 oz each) Yoplait® Light Fat Free strawberry yogurt
2 cups Chocolate Cheerios® cereal
In 4 parfait glasses or clear drinking glasses, layer half of the strawberries, half of the yogurt and half of the cereal. Repeat layers.
Serve immediately
And now, you can enter to win a Chocolate Cheerios gift pack that includes a box of Chocolate Cheerios for you to try as well as a chocolate scented spa kit and a ceramic cereal bowl.
To ENTER: leave a comment stating how your family starts out their day and what part of it always brings a smile to your face. All entries must be received by Feb. 12th at 5 PM EST. All entrants must have a valid US mailing address. Winner will be selected by random drawing and will have 3 days to respond to the verification e-mail before another winner will be selected.
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White Chocolate Oreo Fudge
December 20th, 2009This week is spent busily making all the goodies that will be consumed by family and friends as they visit and celebrate on Christmas Day. I had posted on Facebook that I was making Oreo Fudge and several people have requested the recipe….
White Chocolate Oreo Fudge Recipe
• 2 1/2 C sugar
• 1/2 C butter (use real butter, this is no time to worry about fat!)
• 2/3 C evaporated milk
• 2 cups (~7 oz) marshmallow creme
• Bag of white chocolate chips (10-12 ounces, depends on brand)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 16 Oreo cookies broken into large pieces (roughly fourths, don’t use double stuff)
Line 9X13″ pan with aluminum foil and butter. In saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly (do not burn!). Allow to boil for 3 minutes at a full boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add in marshmallow creme, white chocolate chips, and vanilla. Stir until well incorporated. Pour half of mixture into the foil lined pan and sprinkle cookie pieces evenly over the bottom layer of fudge. Pour remaining half of fudge over top and allow to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
Remove from pan by lifting foil, and peel away foil. Using a sharp knife, cut into small squares. Store in an air-tight container.
This recipe is so easy that there is no need for an online degree and it is sure to impress your friends and family with your skills. Just remember it is super rich…so even though you will be tempted to cut it into larger squares…DON”T.
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Fudge Muffins
October 6th, 20092 cups Sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/3 cup plain flour
1/3 cup cocoa
1/4 tsp salt
4 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 cup coconut (optional)
Cream the sugar and shortening together. Mix the flour, cocoa and salt. Beat the eggs slightly, add in the vanilla then add to the creamed mixture. To the creamed mixture alternately add the flour mixture, then the liquid, a small amount each time, mixing well. Add the chopped nuts and coconut if desired. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes in well-greased muffin tins.
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Chocolate Pie
September 15th, 2009I have been going through my Grandmothers cookbook. You know the cookbook…the kind where little pieces of paper with recipes from so and so are scattered and you can barely read them. Some of them are way older than I am and are barely readable. Some of them should have an international background check they are so sinful. Some are family favorites, and some I hated as a child and have grown to love in my adult years. It is a hodge podge of years of collecting from friends and other family members. And it is something that I treasure…dearly. Since my Mother’s birthday is quickly approaching, I was looking for what I was going to make for her when I came upon this Chocolate Pie recipe. She loves chocolate. And it was her mother’s recipe…a combination that I think I can’t go wrong with.
6 Hershey Almond Candy Bars
1/2 cup milk
20 large marshmallows
1 tub cool whip
1 graham cracker crust
1 tsp. vanilla
Melt the marshmallows, chocolate bars, milk and vanilla in a double boiler. Allow to cool and then fold the cool whip into the mixture. Pour into the pie crust and the chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
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