Day 5 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!

I received details from Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark about the Betty 10 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011! Today is Day 5 of posting the 10 hottest trends. 

Trend #9 - D-I-Y for D-O-G

Man’s best friend deserves man’s best effort.

Dog Bark

Click here for the Dog Bark recipe.

Trend #10 - Food Craft

The kitchen is the new craft room.

Chocolate Coal Lumps

Click here for the Chocolate Coal Lumps recipe.

These new trends look so yummy. Thank you Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark for sharing with me.

I hope you enjoyed the 10 Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011 and try making some for your family, friends and pets.

(Images from Betty Crocker)

More deals to help you shop for that special man!

Men's Wearhouse is having a Weekend Sale for 3 days only.  There are many great deals.  Here are a few:

All Men's Slippers are 50% OFF (reg. price $14.99 - 89.99).  Use online code SLIPPERW.

Buy One Get One FREE on Everything (**Excludes shoes and Weekend Deals)  *See website for more details.

There is FREE ground shipping on orders until December 19th.

Click here to hop over to their site.  I am sure he would love a new pair of comfy slippers.

Katie

Do you still need a gift for the man in your life?

You might want to consider going to your local ACE Hardware Store.  Online they have over $165.00 in E-Rebates and Mail-In rebates for different items he would love.  Click here to see what items have rebates.  Each month they post new rebates.  So make sure you check each month.  You could save on his Birthday and Father's Day presents also.

This Stanley Retractable Knife is one of the items with a rebate.  This knife is regularly $ 11.49.  The rebate is $ 5.00 making the gift only costing you $6.49 plus tax.  What a great deal!  Not only will he love the gift, but he will love the fact that you saved money!

Have fun shopping!

Katie



It never hurts to ask!

Are you planning a holiday party?  Will you be serving cocktails?  Wouldn't it be nice if you could save money on the ingredients for those cocktails.  Well you just might, if you ask!  Before you check out, make sure you ask if any of the bottles you are purchasing has a mail in rebate.  Or maybe there is something comparable that does have a rebate.  The store near my home has a little basket on the end of the counter with all the rebates in it.  Your store probably has them also, just ask!

I hope you enjoy these savings, but please remember to drink responsibly.  I love having you as part of my blog family.  It wouldn't be the same without you here!

Have a safe and fun holiday!

Katie

Day 4 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!

I received details from Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark about the Betty 10 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011! Today is Day 4 of posting the 10 hottest trends. Each day I will post 2 more trends.

Trend #7 - Veggie Love

Once just tolerated, vegetables are now celebrated.

Sweet Potato Hummus

Click here for the Sweet Potato Hummus recipe.

Trend #8 - Shareworthy & Allergen-Friendly

Allergen-friendly foods may be free from things like nuts, dairy and eggs, but shouldn’t be free from flavor.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread

Click here for the Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread recipe.

These new trends look so yummy. Thank you Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark for sharing with me.

Check back tomorrow for Trends #9 and #10.

(Images from Betty Crocker)

Your Bleachable Moments!

Did you ever think your Bleachable Moments would earn you a $.50 coupon or possibly even $25,000.  Well it can!  Visit Clorox's Facebook page, click like and share your moments.  You instantly get the coupon and will be entered in for a chance at $25,000.  If Clorox chooses your story as one of their daily Awkward Moments you will also have a chance to win a $100 Gift Card.  So start thinking about those Bleachable Moments you have had and hop over to Clorox's Facebook page and start sharing!  Click here to hop over to their page.

I can wait to read your Bleachable Moments!

Good luck,

Katie

BK's new Fries - Like or Dislike?

You could tell that is was FREE Fries day at Burger King.  The line was longer then I have ever seen there.  It was kind of funny listening to these young high school boys in line talking to each other about how to ask for their free fries.  It must have been the first time they ever got free stuff with out the help of their parents.  Well you are waiting for my response regarding if I liked or disliked the new fries recipe so I'll stop talking about people waiting in line.  I actually LIKED the new fries.  I don't feel like they were a lot different, but they did seem lighter and crispier.  My friend also thought they were good and were crispier.  So that is two (2) LIKES.

Did you get your FREE fries?  Did you like or dislike them?  Post a comment and let me know.  I love reading your comments.

Katie

FREE FRIES TODAY!

Dont' forget to stop over at Burger King today and get your FREE Fries!  If you stop and try them I would love to hear what you thought of their new recipe.  I am going to BK for lunch today and will let you know my thoughts later.

Hope you are having a good day!

Katie

Something new and she actually liked it!

Tonight we tried Old El Paso Mexican Rice.  When I pulled it out of the pantry I thought I was going to be the only one eating it.  It was something new and my kids are usually picky. It was the easiest thing I have ever cooked.  You cut a one (1) inch opening in the top of the pack for venting, place it in the microwave and cook for 60 seconds.  When I pulled it out of the microwave my 16 year old daughter said, "boy that smells spice".  So I didn't think she would even try it .  But I was wrong.  She actually liked it and said it had good flavor.  Can you believe it, she liked it, something new!  My husband and I also liked it, my son wouldn't try it though.  Next time I am at the store I am going to see if they have other flavors.  You should try it!  

Easy cooking and a happy family, that's what I love!

Katie

Day 3 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!

I received details from Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark about the Betty 10 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011! Today is Day 3 of posting the 10 hottest trends. Each day I will post 2 more trends.

Trend #5 - Skinny Cocktails

Here’s the skinny! Drinking high-calorie cocktails is so last year.

Skinny Clementine Martini

Click here for the Skinny Clementine Martini Recipe.

 

Trend #6 - Better Then Bought

From canning to candy making, there’s a renewed interest in handcrafted foods.

Cajeta Caramel Fudge

Click here for the Cajeta Caramel Fudge recipe.

These new trends look so yummy. Thank you Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark for sharing with me.

Check back tomorrow for Trends #7 and #8.

(Images from Betty Crocker)

Get your Savings and Solutions!

Arm & Hammer want you to save money, give you answers to your everyday household questions and allow you the chance to win $5,000 in their Secret Sweeps!  You can get over $10.50 worth of coupons in there Saving Center.  Don't just hop over to their site, you should fly over there and start saving now!  Click here to fly over to Arm & Hammer!

Hope you enjoy the trip.  Come back and see me some time again for more savings!

Katie

Save with Hood coupons!

Savings you can count on from products you can trust!  Hood is offering $6.50 worth of different coupons on their website.  Click here to hop over to Hood and get your coupons.  Limit 2 prints per coupon.

(Image from Hood)

Happy Clipping,

Katie

Day 2 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!

I received details from Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark about the Betty 10 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!  Today is Day 2 of posting the 10 hottest trends.  Each day I will post 2 more trends.

Trend #3 - Color.  Flavor.  Fun.

Traditional baked goods are being transformed with bright colors and playful flavors.

Cake Batter Cookie Stackers

Click here for the Cake Batter Cookie Stackers recipe.

Trend #4 - From Cave to Kitchen

Forget the man cave. Today guys are in the kitchen making (or at least appreciating) really good food.

Mantastic Fried Chicken 'n' Waffle Sandwich

Click here for the Mantastic Fried Chicken 'n' Waffle Sandwich.

These new trends look so yummy. Thank you Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark for sharing with me.

 

 

Check back tomorrow for Trends #5 and #6.

 

 

(Images from Betty Crocker)

Save with Karo Syrup!

Karo Syrup is offering a $.35 coupon on their website. Every year Karo Corn Syrup looks for new and exciting reasons for you to bake or cook your favorite recipe or to find new ones! Click here for the coupon.

Join Karo Corn Syrup in the fight to end breast cancer forever. For the second year Karo is partnering with Susan G. Komen for the Cure to help find the cure against Breast Cancer.

(Image from Karo Syrup)

Happy Baking,

Katie

Save the Fry Date!

Burger King has all new fries. They’re hot. They’re perfectly salted. And for one day only, they’re free. Get over to a Burger King near you December 16th to experience them. You don’t want to be the one who wasn’t there.  No purchase necessary. One free value size French Fry per person, per visit. At participating restaurants. Offer good December 16, 2011 only. While supplies last.

Enjoy,

Katie

Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!

I received details from Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark about the Betty 10 - Red Hot Holiday Trends 2011!  I am going to share two (2) trends a day.  By the end of the week you will have a bunch of new recipes that you can try and use for your holiday parties and dinners.

Trend #1 - Double Desserts

Taking two desserts and mixing and mashing them together is one of our favorite trends.

Pumpkin Pie Cookies

Click here for the Pumpkin Pie Cookies Recipe.

Trend #2 - Boozy Baking

From booze cakes to cocktail pies, bakers everywhere are bringing the bar into the kitchen.

Boozy Bourbon Chocolate Cupcakes

Click here for the Boozy Bourbon Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe.

These new trends look so yummy.  Thank you Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark for sharing with me.

Check back tomorrow for Trends #3 and #4.

(Images from Betty Crocker)

                                              

Entertain with Pepperidge Farm!

Don't worry if you haven't had time to bake Christmas cookies this year.  Pepperidge Farms is here for you and to help you even more they are offering a $1.00 OFF any two (2) packages of cookies on their website.  Get your cookies now to have on hand.  You never know who may stop by for a little Holiday cheer.  Santa loves Pepperidge Farms Cookies! 

Pepperidge Farms is also offering two (2) other coupons for $1.00 OFF their Crackers and $1.00 OFF their Puff Pastry.

Click here to get your coupons.

Enjoy,

Katie

Little Debbie Christmas Giveaway!

You could win a $1,500 bundle of today's hottest gadgets!  Little Debbie is sharing the tradition and giving away awesome gifts on their Facebook page.  Grand Prize is a Super Stocking stuffed with a Mobile GPS Navigator, Digital Camera, Hand-Held Gaming System, Portable Blu-Ray Player, Balanced Audio Player and E-reader.  They are also giving away weekly prizes.  Don't miss your chance to win.  Click here to hop over to their Facebook page to enter.

My family loves Little Debbie!

Good luck!

Katie

Scotch Holiday Wrap-Up Giveaway!

Don't miss out on entering the Scotch Holiday Wrap-Up Giveaway.  10 lucky winners will win a Scotch Brand prize pack (each prize pack has a $50 value).  Click here to hop over to Scotch Facebook page to enter.  Click "LIKE" and fill out the form.  Good luck, I hope one of my followers win!

Katie

Tide is offering a $2.00 coupon.

Doing laundry is so much more fun when you have saved a little money buying the detergent.  Tide has over 300,000 coupons for $2.00 OFF to giveaway this week on their Facebook page (while supplies last).  Click here to hop over to their page, click on 6X coupon, fill out the form and your coupon will arrive by mail in 4-6 weeks. 

Happy clipping,

Katie

Make Ahead Monday Dinner Review!

Tonight we had Pork Roast with Sweet Potatoes.  There was only three of us eating tonight.  We all really liked it.  This was the first time I cooked sweet potatoes for dinner other then on a holiday.  It was a nice change.  Everything was cooked perfect.  The roast was very moist and and easy to cut.  The potatoes were tender and not to mushy.  My husband and I both gave this a 9.  My 6 year old son doesn't like sweet potatoes, but he gave the pork a 10.  I will definitely make this meal again in the future and I recommend that you make it for your family to try sometime.

If you have a recipe you would like us to try, let me know. We would love to try it!

The recipe for this was posted yesterday if you would like to try it.

HOW WE RATE THE DINNER FROM 1 - 10.

1 - PLEASE DON'T MAKE THAT AGAIN!
5 - IT WAS OKAY WE CAN TRY IT AGAIN!
10 - THAT WAS AWESOME CAN WE HAVE THAT AGAIN!

Santa just made my son's night!

He just received a video from Santa in my email inbox.  We were so surprised that Santa knew my email address.  He loved the video so much we had to watch it a couple of times.  Santa knew so much about him and even had pictures of him, his sister and us.  He knew his favorite color, the special toy he wants, what he has accomplished last year and what he would like him to work hard on this coming year.

Your child can also receive a video from Santa.  It is very easy to make and it's FREE!  It took me about 5 minutes.  You fill out the magical form with a few questions about your child, upload a few pictures and you are done.  Within a few minutes you have the video in your inbox.  It is that easy.  Click here to hop over to Magic Santa by Sympatico.ca.

I would like to thank Freebies 4 Mom for sharing this on her Facebook page.  Freebies 4 Mom is one of my favorite blogs.

I hope you enjoy the video!

Katie

Calgon Take Me Away!

Is Holiday shopping stressing you and your body?  Do you need Calgon to take you away?  If you answered YES then you need to hop over to their website and print the $1.00 OFF any product coupon they are offering.  Click here to hop over to their site.

I hope you take some time to relax!

Katie

Make Ahead Monday Recipe!

I will be making Pork Roast with Sweet Potatoes in my crock pot on Monday. After dinner my family will give a review of how they liked or disliked it. Below is the recipe. If you would like to make the same Make Ahead Monday meal, you can also write your families review of it in the comment section of my post. Come and join the fun! My family likes being involved in the review process.

Pork Roast with Sweet Potatoes

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (2 pound) boneless pork roast
salt and pepper to taste
4 sweet potatoes, quartered
1 onion, quartered
6 cloves of garlic
1 (14.5) ounce can chicken broth

Heat oil in large heavy skillet.  Season meat with salt and pepper, and brown in oil.  In a slow cooker, layer sweet potatoes, onion and garlic.  Place browned roast on top of vegetables and pour in chicken broth. 

Cover and cook on low setting for 6 hours.

Happy Cooking,

Katie