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Hope you enjoyed the eclipse. I was underwhelmed, thinking we’d have more darkness here in Rhode Island, but we didn’t. However the lighting was kind of weird. Not gonna lie, I did have some serious FOMO (fear of missing out) though. The only child in me was rearing its’ selfish head. haha I’m off to NY this weekend to meet up with some friends, Sandra of ​Dash of Sanity​, and Rebecca of ​Foodie with Family​, while their children perform in a ballet competition. I’m looking forward to the few days away, spending some time with them and watching the performances. We’ve been getting quite a bit of rain, but the bids are finally on the trees, the daffodils have bloomed and it’s getting a bit warmer which is good because next week my 7:30 am boot camp class moves outside until November! we might just freeze our butts off in the next few weeks, but it’ll probably make us move faster to warm up. I hope you have a great weekend and week ahead. Hugs! Lynne

New Recipes This Week:

From ​Easy Recipes From Home​ –

If there’s one recipe I really want you to make this week, it’s these ​Mexican Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes​. These were sooo yummy and Kurt said he would pay to have these at a restaurant. The combination of taco meat and sweet potato is meld of some great flavors, but when you taste that lime crema in every bite, oh man!

These​ No-Bake Rice Krispies Granola Bars​ are a perfect bite for breakfast on the go. Soft, crunchy, and slightly sweet, they’re made with Rice Krispies cereal, Simple Truth Orange Blossom Honey, Simple Truth Organic Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, oats, peanut butter, and coconut.

If you want to add a little excitement to your breakfast or brunch, you need to make ​Sweet and Spicy Bacon​! This mouthwatering twist on a classic breakfast staple is a flavor party in your mouth! With the perfect combination of sweetness and heat, this tasty side dish is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

When it comes to comfort food, ​Twice Baked Potatoes​ are the real deal – they’re like a warm, cheesy hug for your taste buds. Picture this: crispy potato skins filled with a seriously velvety, flavor-packed inside. This creamy, cheesy masterpiece will have you coming back for seconds every time!

Spring Recipes to Enjoy:

• ​Banana Tres Leches Cake​ – an unbelievably moist banana cake topped with toasted coconut and sliced bananas. You’ll love the warm caramel drizzled over everything!
• ​No Bake Lemon Cheesecake​ – It’s the perfect addition to your Easter or Mother’s Day menu or anytime you need a delicious no-bake dessert.
• If you’re looking for the perfect Mother’s Day breakfast, ​Homemade Cinnamon Rolls​ should be on the menu!
• ​Homemade Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce​ is easier than you might think to make and might just make the best Alfredo you’ve ever had!
• These juicy ​Pork Burgers​ have quickly become a family favorite! Made with ground pork, shredded cheddar Monterey Jack cheeses, and a chipotle seasoning mix, these pork patties are the perfect burger to simplify your busy weekday!
• ​Spanakopita​ – spinach, onion, and herbed Feta cheese in between layers of Phyllo dough create an easy and delicious Greek dinner that you’ll love to serve everyone.

Menu Plan This Week:

Sunday: ​Homemade French Vanilla Coffee Creamer​

Monday: ​Cauliflower Gratin​

Tuesday: ​Peanut Butter and Cucumber Sandwiches​

Wednesday: ​Quinoa, Black Bean and Turkey Stuffed Peppers​

Thursday: ​Air Fryer Garlic Bread​

Friday: Date Night

Saturday: ​Chocolate Oreo Cupcakes​

Favorite Product of the Week:

I recently bought this defrosting tray from Cuisinart. I can never seem to remember to take stuff out of the freezer the night before I plan to use it, and sometimes don’t submerge it in cold water with enough time to defrost the day of. So, I saw this defrosting tray on Amazon and have to say that I like it so far. It’s compact, easy to clean and the pound of ground beef I put on it was thawed in about 1 ½ hours, in it’s plastic on top of the kitchen counter. For me, it could very well be a game changer in my meal planning…or lack there of. LOL I was asked to partner with a company that has a product that recycles cold water while defrosting something so you never have to worry about changing it, but they charge $400 for it! I told them no because I know you may be on a tight budget. Honestly, if I wouldn’t pay that much for something in my kitchen then I’m certainly not going to promote it and say you should!

Tip of the Week:

How do I reverse the seasoning damage in my dish? Have you added too much salt, sweetness, or spice to your dish and afraid it might be too far gone? Before you give up and toss it, try adding an ingredient to offset it. Too much salt? Add an acid or sweetener. Too much sweetener? Balance it with an acid. If you find there’s too much spice or acid, use a fat or sweetener to offset it.

I’d love to hear any tips you have, and what has helped you be more efficient and organized in the kitchen! If you would be interested in sharing them with all of us, and if I choose to share them in our newsletter, I’ll give you a first-name shoutout! ❤️

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