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Chocolate Covered Bacon Recipe

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published date: April 26, 2014
modified datt: April 27,2014

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Chocolate Covered Bacon Recipe
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Bacon, Bacon, Bacon – it seems to be all the rage! How about mixing this salty treat with something sweet, Chocolate! This easy step by step will make Chocolate Covered Bacon something the family will ask for over and over… so is it breakfast or dessert?

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Thick Cut Bacon
  • 1/2 cup Semi Sweet Chocolate
  • 1 tsp Shortening
  • 1/8 cup White Chocolate

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400.
  2. Line baking sheet with foil and place bacon on foil.
  3. If you want very crispy bacon place on a cooling rack sitting on top of foil.
  4. Bake 16-20 minutes or until desired crispness.
  5. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  6. Allow to cool.
  7. Cut in half and place in freezer for 30 minutes.
  8. Heat semi sweet chocolate and shortening by microwaving for 30 seconds stirring and repeating until melted. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Dip bacon in chocolate and shake off excess and place on wax paper.
  10. Heat white chocolate by microwaving for 30 seconds stirring and repeating until melted. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes.
  11. Transfer white chocolate to corner of zippered bag and clip tiny piece off of corner to pipe.
  12. Pipe drizzles of white across bacon pieces.
  13. Place in refrigerator fo 10 minutes to allow to set.

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Crochet Infant Hat and Diaper Covers Photo Prop Sets Under $10 Shipped

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Baby, Easter, Holiday, Hot Deals, Kids, Online Shopping, Photo, Pinterest

published date: November 06, 2013
modified datt: April 20,2014

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Snag these adorable crochet Infant hat and diaper covers for under $10 as low as $3!

Crochet Infant Hat and Diaper Cover Sets makes for the perfect photo prop and are so affordable!  All sets can be shipped for under $10 – Score!  I wish I was crafty with yarn, but I’m just not there yet.  That is ok because with deals like the ones below I don’t have to be!  It would cost more to gather the supplies to craft these crochet knit infant hat & diaper covers sets.

The Crochet Knit Dinosaur Set is a favor of mine and is priced for just $5.90!  I love that you can use this one crochet set to take a monthly photo or even weekly for newborns (wish i did this better as a mom with photos).  The dinosaur set and many others here will work as your little guy or lady grows through his or her first year.  Having the same photo prop in each monthly picture will show how much your little one is changing!

Crochet Knit Dinosaur Set Details:

  • 100% brand new and high quality
  • Suitable for 0-12 months baby
  • Color: Blue and green
  • Care: Hand wash and air dry
  • Perfect for photo shoots and birthdays

The Crochet Knitted Blue Mermaid is another great example of watching your little one grow into the photo prop outfit.  Grab the Crochet Knitted Blue Mermaid for just $9.94 with FREE shipping!

Crochet Knitted Blue Mermaid Set Details:

  • 100% Brand New Color
  • cotton yarn
  • suitable for baby about 6-24 months old to use

So many fun Crochet Knitted photo props to use when capturing your child’s monthly milestone.  This would make for a perfect gift to give someone too!  Perhaps, you could even help that NEW mom out each month by setting the photo up, and assist in capturing that perfect photo!  For just a few dollars that would make for a wonderful gift, and a ever lasting one!

Take a look at the other great fun Crochet sets to find your perfect one.  Even if you don’t have a newborn, and you have missed the first few months, it is never to late to start!  Take a peek below:

  1. Minnie Mouse $8.90
  2. Yellow Snail $5.70
  3.  Sunflower $7.72
  4. Ladybug $7.19
  5. Dinosaur (seen above) $4.95
  6. Rabbit sold out
  7.  Mermaid $7.79
  8. Red Mermaid $8.47
  9. Ladybug $5.08

Did you miss the very popular post on Baby Girls Soft Wrap Flower ‘Sandals’ – 2 Pair for $3 shipped– another great photo opportunity with these cute Barefoot Petals shoes!

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Easter Deviled Egg Chicks Recipe – Twist on the Norm

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by Filed Under: Easter, Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

published date: April 15, 2014
modified datt: April 15,2014

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Easter Deviled Egg Chicks
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Have you been boiling eggs? Curious what to do with all those hard boiled eggs? Make some fun Deviled Chick Eggs perfect for the Easter Table.

Ingredients:

  • 6 Boiled Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 2 tsp Mustard
  • Salt and pepper, for taste
  • 1 Mini Carrot
  • 1 Sweet Midget Pickle

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Directions:

  1. Cut small slice off bottom off egg to flatten it so it will stand.
  2. Cut zig zag pattern around middle of egg to look like it cracked open.
  3. Remove yolks and place in a bowl.
  4. Cut carrot so that you end up with 6 small triangles to use as beaks.
  5. Cut strip off of pickle and then make 12 small squares to use as eyes.
  6. Mash yolks with a fork and stir in mayonnaise, pickle relish, and mustard.
  7. Salt and pepper, to taste.
  8. Mix until consistency is smooth and creamy.
  9. Transfer mixture to zippered bag and clip corner for piping.
  10. Pipe mixture into cooked egg whites piping until over full to resemble a chick head sticking out.
  11. Place beaks and eyes in place.
  12. Top each with the bottom with its top half.
  13. You can optionally shred lettuce to resemble grass to display them.

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Two Ingredient Jelly Bean Bark – Easter Recipe

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by Filed Under: Easter, Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

published date: April 05, 2014
modified datt: April 05,2014

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Jelly Bean Bark Recipe
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Think outside the box, or rather the EGG, this Easter Season with this Jelly Bean White-Chocolate Easter Bark! Easy two ingredient recipe, that creates a perfect dessert for Spring!

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz Jelly Beans
  • 12 oz White Candy Melting Chips

Directions:

  1. Prepare an 8×8 or 9×13 (depending on how thick you want your bark) by lining with parchment paper.
  2. Melt chips in microwave by heating for 30 seconds, then stirring and repeating until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  3. Mour melted chocolate in prepared dish.
  4. DIstribute jelly beans around melted mixture to ensure equal distibution of cany and colors.
  5. Place dish in refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow chocolate to set.
  6. Cut or break into bite sized pieces.

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Frugal Fashion Friday Navy Summer Outfit with Crochet Shorts

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Target

published date: April 04, 2014
modified datt: April 04,2014

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Navy Summer Outfit
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Set sail on the seven seas with this nautical inspired Navy Summer Outfit. Pair a blue blouse with crochet shorts and elogate your legs with wedges that provide heighth. Really express your look by addding anchors or dress it down by removing the “set sail” look and stay with your navy and off white look.

Crochet Tiered Lace Shorts $8.95 $29.00. Keep up with the latest fashion with these boho-chic shorts. Featuring a tiered crochet body and scallop hem. Looks like the run a bit small, so go a size up. The wide crochet elastic waistband will be forgiving for days wher eyou are feeling heavy. This comes with FREE Shipping!

Merona Women’s Sleeveless Top in Navy $19.99. Go simplistic when standing out with a crochet short. This top will be a staple in your wardrobe. Dress up or dress down, all for under $20. Spend $50, get FREE Shipping at Target.

Walk The Line Navy and White Bag $19.95 $49.00.   Paying homage to spring’s nautical trend, this striped satchel was made for the office and beyond. Sleek top handle with hardware detailing. As a reminder, grab JustFab B1G1 Sales on ANY SPRING SHOE (or any other season) with shoes only $19.95!

Juicy Girl Chunky Chain Link Necklace and Earrings Set $35.69 $117.47. Looking for a new stand-out statement necklace. This earring and necklace set proves to have a pretty steap discount for a name brand necklace. Great for the nautical look for dressing up a dress in the warm summer evenings. This comes with FREE shipping.

Gone Sailling Bracelet Set $19.95 $44.95. Hoist the sails and show off your style savvy. This chic chain bracelet features a nautical charm detailing that looks effortlessly polished from sea to shining sea. High-shine finish

Lucca Wedge Shoe in White $19.95 $49.00. Add some pep to your step with these saturated steppers. Faux leather wedge sandal with buckle detail and ankle strap. As a reminder, grab JustFab B1G1 Sales on ANY SPRING SHOE (or any other season) with shoes only $19.95!

Stripe Anchor Scarf Blue $10.55 $15.99. Play up your nautical side with this blue and white stripe anchor scarf. This scarf is the perfect accessory for a summertime sail. Tie around your handbag, drop around your neck – there are many ways to add this accesory to your outfit.
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Opi Nail Lacquer in Makes Men Blush $7.91 $9.00. A sheer matte pink with just a hint of pearly iridescence. This delicate polish gives nails a soft, pretty look and is ideal for a French manicure. The milky Makes Men Blush works especially well with cool toned complexions for a wearable, feminine shade. Wear atop natural nails for a subtle pink finish or apply several layers for increased opacity. This is an add on item. You need to spend $25 to get this price. Remember if you spend $35 on Amazon you get FREE shipping unless you use your AmazonPrime memebership. Grab a FREE TRIAL!

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Sirloin Gyros Recipe – Easy and Budget Friendly Meal with Weekend Prep

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by Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

published date: October 20, 2013
modified datt: April 03,2014

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Sirloin Gyros Recipe
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A delicious Greek classic, with an update. Not only is lamb hard to find in your local grocery store, but it can be a bit pricey. If you love the flavors of Gyro but want an alternative, thin cut sirloin is a great substitute.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pound thin cut sirloin steak
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 tomato
  • 1 ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 Tbsps.oregano
  • 2 tsps. lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • ½ cucumber
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pack pita bread

Directions:

  1. Cut Sirloin Steak slightly into thin strips, going against the meat grain.
  2. Dice onion, dice tomato, finely chop cucumber, crush garlic. Stir ingredients together.
  3. In a gallon ziplock bag mix marinade: ½ cup greek yogurt, lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, 1 Tbsp. oregano, salt and pepper, and steaks strips well, seal bag leave to marinate overnight.
  4. In a air tight container mix Tzatziki sauce: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 Tbsp. oregano, 2 Tbsp. garlic, salt and pepper.
  5. In another small bag or bowl store your tomatoes and onions. I recommend eating this no longer than the day after you prep it. The day of will prove to be more fresh.
  6. To cook: sauté sirloin and sauce marinade in a large saucepan over medium high heat to desired done-ness.
  7. Assemble sirloin steak, tomatoes, and onions in pita bread, top with Tzatziki sauce and enjoy!

Serve with chips, fries, or a yummy Greek potato salad.

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Creamy Farfalle Carbonara Recipe – Easy Prep, Freezer Friendly Meal

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published date: October 21, 2013
modified datt: April 03,2014

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Creamy Farfalle Carbonara Recipe
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Yummy, and while it’s not exactly low-cal, it has peas, so that counts for something right? Even men who are big red meat eaters will find this a tasty and filling meal…. can we say Bacon?

Ingredients List:

  • 2 cups uncooked farfalle pasta
  • 1 cup ½ and ½
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 egg
  • 6 pieces bacon
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 small onion
  • ½ cup fresh grated parmesan
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

  • Finely chop onion
  • Chop bacon
  • Grab 3 quart sized freezer bags and fill each:
    • Bag 1- pasta
    • Bag 2- onion and bacon
    • Bag 3- ½ and ½, egg, peas, salt and pepper, garlic, parmesan cheese

Cooking Directions:

Boil pasta in water 8-10 minutes until desired doneness, drain and set aside. Sauté Onion and bacon in a large non-stick sauce pan with a bit of olive oil, until bacon begins to crisp and onions become translucent and golden. Add bag 3- allow to simmer 2-3 minutes. Toss pasta in pan until heated thoroughly.

Serve with a salad for a yummy side. If carbs don’t matter, garlic sticks or bread will add a nice addition.

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Crock-Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe – Easy Prep, Freezer Friendly

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published date: October 22, 2013
modified datt: April 03,2014

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Crock-Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe
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A healthier version of an Italian favorite. Similar flavors but skipping a few fattening steps-mainly breading and frying the chicken. One way to wake up the flavors of prepackaged foods is to doctor it up with fresh ingredients. Pop this in the slow cooker, go about your day and forget about it until dinner time.

Ingredients:

  • 3-4 large chicken breasts
  • 1- 24 oz. jar of spaghetti sauce (we are partial to Bertolli 5 Cheese)
  • ½ cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 package fettuccine
  • 1 -14 oz. can diced tomatoes

Preparation:

  • Place all ingredients into a gallon sized freezer bag, store in freezer until the morning you are going to prepare it.

Cooking Directions:

  1. Spray Crock-Pot generously with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Pour contents of bag into slow cooker.
  3. Cook on low for 5-6 hours.
  4. Shred chicken with a fork, serve over pasta.

Add a simple side salad and bread to make this meal complete.

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