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Caramel Apple Poke Cake

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July 26, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Caramel Apple Poke Cake

Another apple recipe for you! You will not believe how easy this Caramel Apple Poke Cake is to make. If you haven’t made a poke cake yet, this is the one to try. Soaked with sweetened, spiced milk, filled with Apple Pie Filling and covered in Caramel Frosting, it will be a hit for whatever Fall gathering you take it to! Make the night before and frost in the morning. Happy Fall!

Ingredients:

1 box Yellow Cake Mix (plus box ingredients)
14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
20 oz Apple Pie Filling
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1 container Caramel Frosting

Directions:

Prepare cake in 13×9″ pan according to box directions.
Use spoon handle to poke holes evenly across cake.
Combine sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon and nutmeg.Whisk until well blended.
Pour mixture over cake making sure it gets down into holes.
Using a knife, chop apple fie filling into smaller pieces and spread over top of cake.
Refrigerate cake for several hours.
Open frosting container and remove foil seal.
Microwave for 15 seconds and stir. Repeat this until frosting is pourable.
Pour over cake and spread with spatula to cover completely.
Refrigerate for at least several more hours.

Caramel Apple Poke Cake

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1 box Yellow Cake Mix (plus box ingredients)
14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
20 oz Apple Pie Filling
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1 container Caramel Frosting

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Prepare cake in 13×9″ pan according to box directions.
Use spoon handle to poke holes evenly across cake.
Combine sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon and nutmeg.Whisk until well blended.
Pour mixture over cake making sure it gets down into holes.
Using a knife, chop apple fie filling into smaller pieces and spread over top of cake.
Refrigerate cake for several hours.
Open frosting container and remove foil seal.
Microwave for 15 seconds and stir. Repeat this until frosting is pourable.
Pour over cake and spread with spatula to cover completely.
Refrigerate for at least several more hours.

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Salsa Verde – Authentic Mexican Salsa

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May 18, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Authentic Salsa Verde

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Salsa Verde is one of those sauces that you can add to just about anything savory and make it better! Although, we love it on it’s own with chips while watching the game, it’s also great when we’re entertaining to pour over a block of cream cheese and serve with crackers. Serve it alongside your favorite tacos or on eggs in the morning. The spicy tomatillos, punched up with garlic, cilantro with a twist of lime compliment so many foods! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

5 Tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1 Jalapeno Pepper
1 tsp minced Garlic
2 tbsp chopped fresh Cilantro
1/4 cup minced Onion
Juice of 1/2 Lime
1/2 tsp Salt

Directions:

Husk and rinse 5 tomatillos.
Remove stem and the seeds from jalapeno.
Place tomatillos, pepper and garlic in blender or food processor and process until pureed but still chunky.
Add onions, cilantro, lime juice and salt.
Mix well and enjoy.

Salsa Verde – Authentic Mexican Salsa

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5 Tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1 Jalapeno Pepper
1 tsp minced Garlic
2 tbsp chopped fresh Cilantro
1/4 cup minced Onion
Juice of 1/2 Lime
1/2 tsp Salt

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Husk and rinse 5 tomatillos.
Remove stem and the seeds from jalapeno.
Place tomatillos, pepper and garlic in blender or food processor and process until pureed but still chunky.
Add onions, cilantro, lime juice and salt.
Mix well and enjoy.

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Grilled Watermelon Salad

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May 15, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Grilled Watermelon Salad

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Fire up the grill and get your taste buds ready for … watermelon! Most people may think that grilling fruit is bizarre but, it actually makes it taste better because it caramelizes the sugars in it. Add the grilled watermelon to crisp lettuce, top with creamy feta cheese and drizzle with tangy balsamic dressing and you’ve got a delicious, unique salad that you’ll make again and again! If you like extra crunch add some chopped pecans. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

Balsamic Salad Dressing
4 oz Feta Cheese
Watermelon Cut in 1/2 inch Triangles
1 package of Baby Arugula Lettuce

Directions:

Preheat your grill to a medium heat.
Cut watermelon up in 1/2 inch triangular pieces.
Place watermelon on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side or until you have nice grill lines on your watermelon.
Place your watermelon on a bed of baby arugula lettuce. Top with Feta cheese and balsamic salad dressing.

Grilled Watermelon Salad

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Balsamic Salad Dressing
4 oz Feta Cheese
Watermelon Cut in 1/2 inch Triangles
1 package of Baby Arugula Lettuce

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Preheat your grill to a medium heat.
Cut watermelon up in 1/2 inch triangular pieces.
Place watermelon on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side or until you have nice grill lines on your watermelon.
Place your watermelon on a bed of baby arugula lettuce. Top with Feta cheese and balsamic salad dressing.

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Jumbo Boutique Hair Bows $2.99 from $9

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July 5, 2021 by FCL Filed Under: Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Online Shopping

I LOVE putting big bows in my daughter’s hair (much to her dismay, of course!), and I am always looking for good prices on them. If you’re like me, you’ll want to grab a few new bows for your stash with this deal – get Jumbo Boutique Hair Bows for $2.99, down from $9!

There are a bunch of colors to choose from, and I have a list of several that I need for my daughter’s bow collection! She definitely needs more to match her school uniforms.

Details:

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Homemade Apple Fries – Mini Apple Pie Sticks

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July 26, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Homemade Apple Fries – Mini Apple Pie Sticks

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Fall is approaching, as is an abundance of apples! We love these Mini Apple Pie Sticks aka Apple Fries. Slightly crunchy and spiced with cinnamon, these fries are perfect with a cup of tea, offered on a brunch table or a sweet after school treat! Serve alongside a bowl of warm caramel topping and it’s comfort food heaven! They could also be packaged pretty to give as gifts. Happy Fall!

Ingredients:

1 package Refrigerated Pie Crust (2 crusts)
10 oz Apple Pie Filling
1 Egg
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/4 cup Sugar
Sparkling Sugar
Caramel Topping for dipping

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350.
Spray cookie sheet with non stick spray or use silicone mat and set aside.
Alow crusts to warm slightly to make them easier to work with.
Dust work area with flour and slightly roll out crusts.
Pulse in food processor a couple of time or use a knife to chop pie filling into smaller pieces.
Spread apples over top of 1 crust leaving about 1/8″ uncovered at edges.
Place other crust on top.
Cut into 1/2″ strips and then cut to frie sized lengths.
Beat egg in bowll until well blended.
Mix together sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle lightly with sugar mixture.
Then sprinkle with sparkiling sugar to resemble salt.
Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Homemade Apple Fries – Mini Apple Pie Sticks

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1 package Refrigerated Pie Crust (2 crusts)
10 oz Apple Pie Filling
1 Egg
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/4 cup Sugar
Sparkling Sugar
Caramel Topping for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350.
Spray cookie sheet with non stick spray or use silicone mat and set aside.
Alow crusts to warm slightly to make them easier to work with.
Dust work area with flour and slightly roll out crusts.
Pulse in food processor a couple of time or use a knife to chop pie filling into smaller pieces.
Spread apples over top of 1 crust leaving about 1/8″ uncovered at edges.
Place other crust on top.
Cut into 1/2″ strips and then cut to frie sized lengths.
Beat egg in bowll until well blended.
Mix together sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle lightly with sugar mixture.
THen sprinkle with sparkiling sugar to resemble salt.
Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

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Homemade Lobster Rolls – Just like Maine!

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July 23, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Lobster Rolls

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Lobster Rolls are one of those meals that you typically have while you’re at a restaurant and craving a good comfort meal. Although, you may only have them when you’re out of town, close to the coast. Either way, Lobster Rolls are really easy to make so, you can enjoy them at home anytime with this easy, delicious recipe! The slightly sweet and buttery lobster paired with the tangy lemon, creamy mayo and crunchy celery and spices topped on a buttery toasted bun. Perfection! You’ll think you were in Maine! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 (7 oz.) Lobster Tails
4 Hotdog Buns (you can also use slider buns)
½ Cup Spectrum Canola Mayonnaise
½ Cup Celery
1 Garlic Clove
1 tbsp. Fresh Squeezed Organic Lemon Juice
4 tbsp. Melted Organic Butter
½ tsp. Simply Organic Onion Powder
Salt & Pepper

Directions:

Preheat oven at 250 degrees F.
Fill a medium pot about 2/3 of the way with water. Bring to boil. Add lobster tails. You will notice that the shells will begin to turn red almost immediately. Boil for approximately 8-10 minutes. The lobster tails will become slightly curled. Remove lobster tails from water. Set aside on cutting board and let cool.
Dice the celery and garlic clove into small pieces. Slice the lemon in half. Set aside.
Using scissors, cut down the center of each shell. With your fingers, pull the shell away until it breaks away from the meat. Do this until the shell is completely removed from the meat. Discard shell. Chop the lobster into small pieces.
Add 3 tbsp. butter to small microwavable bowl. Microwave for 1 minute or until butter is melted.
Toss chopped lobster in butter. Add onion powder, chopped garlic, lemon juice, chopped celery and mayonnaise to bowl. Stir well with spoon. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Toast 4 buns in oven at 250 degrees for 3-4 minutes. Remove from oven.
Add lobster mixture to each bun.
Heat 1 tbsp. butter in small microwavable bowl. Take an unused paintbrush and brush the melted butter onto each bun. Not only will this increase its flavor value, but it will glisten!
Now grab a blanket and take your picnic outside! Enjoy one of the most beloved foods of every seaside resident – best served with tortilla or potato chips and an ice-cold beer or a nice pop!

Homemade Lobster Rolls – Just like Maine!

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 14 mins
Total Time: 29 minutes
Yield: 4 1x

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2 (7 oz.) Lobster Tails
4 Hotdog Buns (you can also use slider buns)
½ Cup Spectrum Canola Mayonnaise
½ Cup Celery
1 Garlic Clove
1 tbsp. Fresh Squeezed Organic Lemon Juice
4 tbsp. Melted Organic Butter
½ tsp. Simply Organic Onion Powder
Salt & Pepper

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Preheat oven at 250 degrees F.
Fill a medium pot about 2/3 of the way with water. Bring to boil. Add lobster tails. You will notice that the shells will begin to turn red almost immediately. Boil for approximately 8-10 minutes. The lobster tails will become slightly curled. Remove lobster tails from water. Set aside on cutting board and let cool.
Dice the celery and garlic clove into small pieces. Slice the lemon in half. Set aside.
Using scissors, cut down the center of each shell. With your fingers, pull the shell away until it breaks away from the meat. Do this until the shell is completely removed from the meat. Discard shell. Chop the lobster into small pieces.
Add 3 tbsp. butter to small microwavable bowl. Microwave for 1 minute or until butter is melted.
Toss chopped lobster in butter. Add onion powder, chopped garlic, lemon juice, chopped celery and mayonnaise to bowl. Stir well with spoon. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Toast 4 buns in oven at 250 degrees for 3-4 minutes. Remove from oven.
Add lobster mixture to each bun.
Heat 1 tbsp. butter in small microwavable bowl. Take an unused paintbrush and brush the melted butter onto each bun. Not only will this increase its flavor value, but it will glisten!
Now grab a blanket and take your picnic outside! Enjoy one of the most beloved foods of every seaside resident – best served with tortilla or potato chips and an ice-cold beer or orange soda.

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Boston Cream Poke Cake

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January 6, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Boston Cream Poke Cake

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Did you love the Poke Cake Recipes we shared the other week? We have another great recipe for you, Boston Cream Poke Cake made with JELL-O Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix and Duncan Hines Yellow Cake Mix. This recipe is so easy! 4 ingredients and you’re ready to go! It would make such a special treat for Back-To-School lunches for Teachers and Staff. Also, keep these ingredients handy for the holidays coming up. So easy to prep ahead. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 box Yellow Cake Mix (plus box ingredients)
2 boxes 3.4 oz Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
4 cup Milk
1 container Chocolate Frosting

Directions:

Prepare cake in 9×13 pan according to box directions.
Use spoon handle to poke holes evenly across cake.
Combine milk and pudding mix and whisk until well blended.
Pour pudding over cake making sure it gets down into holes.
Refrigerate cake for several hours to allow pudding to settle and set up.
Open frosting container and revove foil seal.
Microwave for 15 seconds and stir. Repet this until frosting is pourable.
Pour over pudding layer and spread with spatula to cover completely.
Refrigerate for at least several more hours.

Boston Cream Poke Cake

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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1 box Yellow Cake Mix (plus box ingredients)
2 boxes 3.4 oz Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
4 cup Milk
1 container Chocolate Frosting

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Prepare cake in 9×13 pan according to box directions.
Use spoon handle to poke holes evenly across cake.
Combine milk and pudding mix and whisk until well blended.
Pour pudding over cake making sure it gets down into holes.
Refrigerate cake for several hours to allow pudding to settle and set up.
Open frosting container and revove foil seal.
Microwave for 15 seconds and stir. Repet this until frosting is pourable.
Pour over pudding layer and spread with spatula to cover completely.
Refrigerate for at least several more hours.

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DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids

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May 28, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

Eliminate boredom with these DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids!

DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids

When the last school bell rings and the kids enjoy long hot days home, mom’s creativity must come in. Often in our home we create a “bucket list” of fun with ideas of what we want to accomplish this summer. Pairing this with a calendar makes you organized or you might be like me where you just go with the flow and take it take by day. Whatever your style, take a look at some of these creative DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids. These ideas incorporate easy backyard ideas for your family – no need to leave home!

Before you get started, make sure you look at our No Bummer Summer Summer Boredom Busters Set. This set includes indoor and outdoor games for rainy and sunny days. Perfect for large and small groups. Enjoy a Stay at Home Vacation Stay-cation bundle and two creative summer bucket lists to form new family traditions and memories. Twenty-two pages of a fun summer printables.

Twenty-Two Page No Bummer Summer Set

DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids

1) Create a Homemade Water Blob or Water Bed from Feel in Crafty. I like the tutorial from Homeade Toast.

2.) Make your own Constellation Flashlight from Paging Superman.

3.) Get artsy – Make a Squirt Gun Water Painting from Fire Flies and Mud Pies.

4.) Make Sand Pudding from Food Family Finds

5.) Get messy! Take a classic board game and have fun with Shaving Cream Twister as seen on Pinterest.

6.) Create your own game with Backyard Ker Plunk from All Parenting

7.) Need a bucket list, make your own or Grab a F REE Summer Bucket List on Frugal Coupon Living or grab a FREE Summer Bucket List Printable from Yellow Bliss Road.

8.) Discover something new with Ice Cavating on Frugal Coupon Living.

9.) Capture fairies in a jar with this DIY Glow in the Dark Mason Jar Tutorial from From Panka With Love.

10.) Paint with salt in this Salt Painting Tutorial from Meri Cherry. It’s really fun to see how the paint bleeds into the salt – creative and fascinating!

11.) Make your own Sleepover Tents from Lindsay and Andrew.

12.) Have a night swim with Glow Sticks in a Pool with this idea found online!

13.) Make your own paint with this Rainbow Sidewalk Chalk Paint tutorial on Learn, Play and Imagine.

14.) Make your own Tin Can Lanterns on Grow Creative.

15.) Make your own Ocean Water with this recipe on Frugal Coupon Living.

16.) Make Snake Bubbles or Kiddle Bubble Snake Creatures with this tutorial on Two Daloo.

17.) Make your own Glitter Slime from 36th Avenue.

18.) Easy to make Soap Clouds and so fun to play with! See our Best Bites for Tutorial.

19.) Paint with bubbles in this Water Color Bubble Art tutorial on My Cakies.

20.) DIY Night Bowling on Growing a Jeweled Rose.

21.) Make Colored Rice from Frugal Coupon Living – fun, sensory play for kids. We love playing with our cars and minatures a bucket!

22.) DIY Water Slide using a tarpe. We found the LDSym has a great tutorial.

23.) Make your own Backyard Movie Theater from Not Just a Housewife.

24.) Remember these? Take the kids back to your years off youth and make these DIY Coffee Can Stilts from Teach Mama.

25.) We love our six awesome ways to do water play, make your own Water Bag Pinata from Frugal Coupon Living.

26.) DIY Sponge Balls from Inner Child Fun – this is great for a back yard toss or homemade game. Add some water and soap and get ready to get wet!

27.) Make your own Tie Dye Swimsuit Cover from Adventures of a Middle Sister.

28.) Skip the color run and make your own. Host a backyard color fight with this DIY Color Powder Tutorial on Dukes nad Duchesses.

29.) Meet me at the car wash! Make your own Backyard Car Wash for your toy bikes on Design Mom. Maybe it’s a good excuse for skipping a bath night and sudzing the kids up!