Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # O Taste and See Food, Fun, Faith and Family ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Interruptions and Inconveniences](https://otasteandseeblog.com/interruptions-and-inconveniences/) - I am a serious "planner." I love a good plan and I tend to have a plan for just about everything. I've usually thought it through, calculated everything from cost to time and most importantly.... made a list! That's exactly what I was about to do this morning right after my quiet time....because the second - [Imagination and Faith? I John 1:5](https://otasteandseeblog.com/imagination-and-faith-i-john-15/) - Warning: This is a long post but I hope you will read all the way to the end and though not a typical "recipe" but maybe it will give you some food for thought. A few weeks ago our pastors began a series on spiritual disciplines and the first one was... meditation. For years I - [H-E-B .... Worth the Hype?](https://otasteandseeblog.com/h-e-b-worth-the-hype/) - Y'all, it finally happened!!!! In Mansfield, Texas, the LONG awaited and MUCH anticipated day arrived!!! Our new H-E-B finally arrived! "What's H-E-B?" you may be asking. Well, for the non-Texans let me explain.... Here in Texas there are a few iconic brands that are native to our state, namely Blue Bell Ice Cream, Buc-ee's, Dr. - [Homemade Lip Balm](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-lip-balm/) - Even though this isn't a food recipe, I just HAD to share! Is it just me or is everyone seeing tons of those "fast forward" motion, how-to-elaborately-decorate-a-cookie video on Facebook? They make it look so easy anyone could do it. Although very beautiful, I have had enough attempts at things I've seen online to know - [Recipe for a Successful Easter Celebration](https://otasteandseeblog.com/recipe-for-a-successful-easter-celebration/) - A very special thanks to my friends at HoneyBaked Ham for sponsoring this post and treating us to awesome celebration foods! Today, I'm sharing My Recipe for a Successful Easter Celebration.... Several years ago, as Easter approached, my husband and I began thinking about the day. We have always enjoyed celebrating holidays but we really - [Is There a Doctor in the House?](https://otasteandseeblog.com/is-there-a-doctor-in-the-house/) - Compensation was provided by Amwell via Momtrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Amwell or Momtrends. It's that time of year again... turkey, dressing, Thanksgiving feasts, family gatherings holiday celebrations and....cold and flu season. Along with all the good, fun stuff we often end - [Carmel-by-the-Sea](https://otasteandseeblog.com/carmel-by-the-sea/) - Close your eyes and imagine with me, if you will, the perfect California seaside village with beautiful coastline, lush green pine trees, rocky cliffs descending into the sandy shore and the relaxing sound of rolling waves breaking against the rocks. Think this place only exists in your mind? Well, it doesn't! All this and more - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 9/4](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-94/) - Happy September! Let’s welcome fall and get the party started at Small Victories Sunday Linkup with some great fall recipes, DIY's and how-to's. Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we like to reflect on the small victories of the week that passed and look forward to the week ahead. We invite bloggers to our - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 10/30](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1030/) - Who's ready for some trick-or-treating? Welcome to another inspiring week here at Small Victories Sunday linkup. Our linkup starts today and runs all week long so you can't be late to the party on our blogs. We hope you find fabulous ideas that inspire you to read, eat, create live, and blog well. Which posts - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 10/23](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1023/) - Welcome back friends, readers and bloggers to another week here at Small Victories Sunday linkup. Our linkup starts today and runs all week long so you are never late to the party on our blogs. We hope you find fabulous ideas that inspire you to read, eat, create live, and blog well. Which posts - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 10/9](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-109/) - Welcome friends to our favorite party of the week when we empower and encourage each other to celebrate our small victories and best posts and ideas of the week! Small Victories Sunday linkup.starts today and runs all week long so it’s never too late to join the party on our blogs. We hope you - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 11/13](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1113/) - Welcome to another week of Small Victories Sunday Linkup, the party is open all week long! Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we like to reflect on the small victories of the week that passed and look forward to the week ahead. We invite bloggers to our community to share their best posts to inspire - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 11/6](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-116-2/) - We hope you had a fun Halloween but now that it’s behind us that means we can full force in getting ready for the holidays! Can you believe there is only 2 months left to 2016? Where did the time go? Welcome to another fun and fabulous week here at Small Victories Sunday linkup. Our - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 10/16](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1016/) - Welcome readers and blogging friends to another week of Small Victories Sunday Linkup. It’s time to encourage each other and celebrate our small victories and grab some fantastic ideas for the week ahead. Small Victories Sunday linkup.starts today and runs all week long so you can't be late to the party on our blogs. We hope you - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 10/2](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-102/) - Happy weekend! How has the start of fall been treating you? How many of you are in full swing with fall colors? We are all so excited another weekend is here so we can celebrate our small victories and best posts of the week at Small Victories Sunday linkup. The linkup starts today and - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 9/25](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-925/) - Hello friends, time to celebrate our victories of the last week and cheer each other on at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. I can't wait to see what y'all have been up to. The linkup starts today and runs all week long so you can't be late to the party on our blogs. We hope you can grab - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 9/18](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-918/) - Happy fall and welcome to another week of our Small Victories Sunday linkup. Who's getting cooler weather? Anyone have autumn leaves yet? The linkup starts today and runs all week long so we are always ready to share your best ideas; We are ready to celebrate your small victories and help you find new great - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 9/11](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-911/) - Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup and hope you're enjoying some cooler fall weather! Our participating bloggers offer their best posts to inspire you to read, eat, live, create and blog well! Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we like to reflect on the small victories of the week that passed and look forward to - [Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-pie/) - You know how I enjoy sharing the "National Food Days", right? Well, today may quite possibly be the absolute BEST Food Day of ALL!! According to my source, today is.... INTERNATIONAL NO DIET DAY!!!! Now, THAT'S a day just about anybody can get behind! And it just might have to be in order to get - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 5/2](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-52/) - Happy weekend! I hope you've had a great week. We had tons of fabulous ideas in last week's linkup to show gratitude for our teachers and moms, to get our houses decluttered and organized, to cook up some amazing food and to enjoy our families, books and great weather. We're excited as always to see - [Lemonberry Fizz and FREE Digital Cookbook](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lemonberry-fizz-and-free-digital-cookbook/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FireUpTheGrill #CollectiveBias Lemonade has been a part of summer as long as I can remember. As a child I spent the summers with my grandparents in rural Alabama in the home my grandfather build. It had everything a - [Food, Glorious Food on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/food-glorious-food-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great ideas you - [Random Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/random-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Exciting news this week....we have THREE new co-hosts! That means more exposure and more features. You'll never run out of great ideas for family fun at Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, - [Black Belt Party Decor](https://otasteandseeblog.com/black-belt-party-decor/) - Today I am departing from my usual "food" post to share a decorating idea that we made for my daughter's black belt party. A few months ago my daughter earned her black belt in Tae Kwan Do. Of course, a big achievement like that calls for a party! I adore food and decorations that - [Big Red Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/big-red-soup/) - It's Fall...or at least it was Saturday! I must confess, although I enjoy being a "Texan", I MISS the Fall, very much! Lately, it seems as if everyone out there has been posting comments about how much they are enjoying their "cool" weather, sharing their favorite Fall activities or baking up something yummy that - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 1/30](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-130/) - How is it already the last week of January? What were your small victories this week? My purpose in co-hosting Small Victories is to force myself to set aside a moment to reflect on the past week. My goal is to focus on the things that went right, you know, the Small Victories! Sometimes it - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 6/5](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-65/) - Summer has arrived so let the fun begin! What are you looking forward to most this summer? Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup where our bloggers share their best ideas and our readers are inspired to read, eat, live and blog well! All About Small Victories Sunday Linkup Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup/) - I'm so excited to be one of the 8 new hosts of Small Victories Sunday Linkup! The ladies at Small Victories Sunday Linkup have amazing blogs that cover a wide range of topics and are full to the brim with great ideas to get you to read, eat, craft, live and blog well! Bloggers, our linkup is - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 1/9/16](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1916/) - Welcome to another edition of Small Victories Sunday Linkup! What small victories are you celebrating this week? Thankfully, it's time relax and and be inspired by the fabulous posts shared with us at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. My purpose in co-hosting Small Victories is to force myself to set aside a moment to reflect on the - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-3/) - Welcome back to another week of the most fun and inspiring linkup. At Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we celebrate all the good ideas our bloggers have to offer. Our co-hosts have been busy commenting, sharing and inviting the best bloggers to participate in our linkup. That means we've got the best fall, home and life - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 11/28](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1128/) - I hope you all had a wonderful time celebrating Thanksgiving! Have you put up your Christmas decorations yet? It's on our family's "to-do" list this week. My Weekly Recap: Personal and Family: We spend a very blessed Thanksgiving Day with 23 of our closest friends and family. The food was amazing (I didn't make - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 11/14](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1114/) - Happy November, a month full of gratitude for our health, homes, family and fun. What are you thankful for this week? What small victories are you celebrating? Take a break with us and enjoy the inspiration from our favorite bloggers here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. we know you’ll find simple, frugal and amazing ideas - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-5/) - Happy Small Victories Sunday Linkup day! It's our favorite time of the week when we reflect on what went great last week and look forward to a fantastic week ahead. Can't wait to see all the new and exciting things you've been up to. Did you feel the love? Our fabulous team of 14 co-hosts - [Small Victories Sunday Link Up 12/5](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-link-up-125/) - Merry Christmas! The fun just keeps getting better at Small Victories Sunday Linkup where we can showcase your best holiday recipes, ideas and home decor to celebrate the most fabulous time of year! My Weekly Recap: Personal and Family: We had an exciting week as we began preparing for Christmas! Our Christmas trees (we - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup and Weekly Recap - 11/21](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-and-weekly-update-1121/) - Happy (Almost) Thanksgiving! Isn’t it amazing that Thanksgiving is next week? How will you be celebrating? Who were your favorite posts from last week's linkup? Well, time to get this party started and enjoy the inspiration from our favorite bloggers here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. We hope you will find some simply amazing ideas - [Small Victories Sunday LinkUp 11/8](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-118/) - After the fun, fright and festivities of Halloween, take a break and join us for Small Victories Sunday Linkup! We’re sure you will enjoy the inspiration from our favorite bloggers to help you make this the best holidays yet with their simple, creative and fabulous ideas! Co-hosting Small Victories is designed to allow me to - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 10/31](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1031/) - Yes, it's Halloween weekend and many will be trick or treating. After the sugar rush wears off, grab some hot cider or hot chocolate and enjoy the great content the BEST bloggers have shared with us here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. Co-hosting Small Victories is designed to allow me to set aside a moment - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-4/) - Welcome! It's great to have you here with us at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. I hope you'll stick around and check out what's new this week. It’s a happy fall here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup! Our linkup last week was full of great fall and pumpkin themed ideas, blogging tips and home decor. - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup #4](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-4-2/) - Welcome back to another edition of Small Victories Sunday Linkup. How was your last week? We hope it was a fun and healthy one and you’re ready to look forward to another week ahead. I'm new to Small Victories and I thought I should explain why I became a co-host: First, I loved the name! - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-2/) - Welcome back to another edition of Small Victories Sunday Linkup! Last week I was added as one of 8 new cohosts to Small Victories Sunday Linkup team and we had a record number of clicks last week?. I'm enjoying being a cohosts and have been busy commenting, sharing and inviting the best bloggers to participate - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 2/8](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-28/) - It’s Super Bowl weekend! Are you a football fan? Even if you just watch for the commercials, it’s a great excuse to party and we've got some great recipes to help! But don’t forget about us at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, it’s a party every week here! Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we like - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 2/20](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-220/) - Welcome to the best party in the blogosphere. Thanks so much for dropping by! I don't usually start off promoting one of my posts, but I'm so excited about this GIVEAWAY I just can't help myself.... This week I'm choosing TWO (2) WINNERS in my Fitbit Flex GIVEAWAY! I'd love to have you head over - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 3/6](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-36/) - Spring is here! I even wore sandals and capris this week! Let’s celebrate all your great ideas to celebrate spring at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. It’s the perfect time to share ideas about St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, gardening and traveling for spring break. So let’s get to it... My Weekly Recap: Personal & Family: Nothing - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 2/14](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-snday-linkup-214/) - Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Small Victories Sunday Linkup! We hope your day is extra special and you’re ready to share the love with our great community of bloggers. Time to kick back and relax after a hectic week and be inspired by all the great posts at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. We love - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 1/3](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-13/) - Happy New Year! We hope you all have had a wonderful time celebrating and spending time with family and friends. I know our family has enjoyed the break from work and school. Now it's time to unwind, relax and cruise the positive and inspiring posts our participants have shared with us at Small Victories Sunday - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 2/28](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-228/) - Welcome to another week of Small Victories Sunday Linkup! We’re so glad you’ve joined us. Last week, we had a great roundup of amazing recipes, helpful blogging tips and books to curl up with. Leave your links and see what this week has in store for our readers. My Weekly Recap: Personal: The wedding planning - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 12/19](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1219/) - Merry Christmas and welcome to this week's linkup! This is the last time I'll get to say that to you this year. I'm sure you've all been busy planning and preparing. I pray you all have a wonderful time celebrating with family and friends. My Weekly Recap: Family and Personal: We've had a bit - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 12/13](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1213/) - Happy Saturday! It seems the countdown to Christmas has begun! We're enjoying the season but I probably need to get busy with some Christmas shopping. My Weekly Recap: Personal and Family: It's been an exciting week here at the Carr house! Several "milestones" were reached and we've celebrated with family and friends.... Our middle daughter, - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 12/26](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-1226/) - Happy day after Christmas and welcome to the last Small Victories Sunday Linkup of the year! Just because Christmas is over, does not mean the fun has to end. We’re still partying here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup where we love to feature the best ideas on the internet to celebrate the small victories in - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 1/16](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-116/) - Here we are half way through January already and we’re starting off 2016 with a bang here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. Last week, we had over 200 marvelous posts and we couldn’t be more excited. We love to feature the best ideas on the internet to celebrate the small victories in our lives and - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 1/24](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-124/) - Hope this finds you warm and toasty, whatever your weather may be. Snuggle up with some hot chocolate and the great ideas for winter activities and ways to warm your mind, body and soul here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. We had over 200 marvelous posts again during last week's linkup. Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we - [Romantic Restaurants Across the United States](https://otasteandseeblog.com/romantic-restaurants-across-the-united-states/) - Romantic Restaurants Across the United States Last week I posted a list of my favorite Romantic Restaurants..great for Valentine's Day. Today, I'm teaming up with some great bloggers all over the country to share their lists. ENJOY! Want to find a great place to take your Valentine this holiday? Look no further! Members of - [Meal Planning and Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/meal-planning-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great ideas you - [Dessert Bars on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/dessert-bars-on-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday Thanks to everyone for stopping by each week and linking with us. All the great ideas and recipes make it difficult to choose my features each week! It's been a while since I did a dessert feature and this week we had lots of great Dessert Bars on Family Fun - [Old Fashion Apple Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/old-fashion-apple-pie/) - Independence Day is just around the corner and it reminds me of all things American! When I was a child, before the days of VCRs, BluRays, and DVRs, we were forced to watch the commercials that interrupted our TV shows. I still remember many of them, especially the ones with catchy tunes or slogans. Whether - [Caramel Apple Cider](https://otasteandseeblog.com/caramel-apple-cider/) - This is quite possibly my favorite "Holiday" drink! It's super easy and DELICIOUS! It tastes just like Apple Pie. We first made Caramel Apple Cider when my in-laws were visiting at Christmas. I had totally forgotten about it until my mother-in-law called the other day to ask me a question about it. I couldn't - [Medieval Times Junior Knights Training](https://otasteandseeblog.com/medieval-times-junior-knights-training/) - Experience The Excitement of Medieval Times this Spring Break. A Four-course feast awaits as you watch the pageantry and thrills of an authentic medieval tournament come to life inside the walls of the Queen’s 11th Century Style Castle. Six armor-clad Knights of the realm compete in thrilling games on horseback as the pageant unfolds and - [A Visit to Medieval Times](https://otasteandseeblog.com/medieval-times/) - I was provided with tickets to Medieval Times Dallas Castle in order to facilitate this review. As always, all opinions are my own. Just before Christmas we had the opportunity to visit Medieval Times Dallas where we enjoyed dinner and a medieval tournament complete with knights, dancing horses, a Falconer, and of course royalty. This - [Thanksgiving Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/thanksgiving-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, home school printable, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great ideas - [No Tricks, Just Treats on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tricks-just-treats-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday...a Family Friendly Post Link Party Hi! I missed you all last week while I was on vacation, but we sure did have a wonderful time visiting friends in Florida! The weather is a little cooler here and we're only turning on the air conditioner in the afternoons so it - [Taco Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/taco-soup/) - The last few days have been very BUSY! Lots of exciting things are happening here and both sets of grandparents have come to share the fun! One thing we girls like to do when the grandmas come is GO SHOPPING. Is anyone really surprised that four ladies who only get together a few times a - [Breakfast Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/breakfast-recipes-on-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! We've all heard that "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day," but I know for many it isn't a priority. This week I'm featuring Breakfast Recipes on Family Fun Friday, hopefully to encourage and inspire you to get your day started with a good breakfast! 1. Shari at - [Inn of the Mountain Gods](https://otasteandseeblog.com/inn-of-the-mountain-gods/) - I know I've talked on and on about The Village of Ruidoso, but honestly, it was just THAT much fun! And I saw on their FB page, Sierra Blanca is open for skiing. Gotta say.... I'm jealous and SO ready to go back! After a relaxing evening and great night's rest at MCM Elegante, we - [Orange Vanilla Glazed Fruit Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/orange-vanilla-glazed-fruit-salad/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RealTasteForRealLife #CollectiveBias I'm sure you've noticed I haven't been talking food and recipes much lately. I hope you haven't grown weary of all the wedding planning posts ...it's just what's consuming our time and thoughts right now. Generally, - [DIY Single Rose Boutonniere](https://otasteandseeblog.com/diy-single-rose-boutonniere/) - Flowers in this post were provided by FiftyFlowers.com. All opinions are my own Yesterday I shared our wonderful experience with Fifty Flowers. Today, I'm sharing a step by step tutorial for a classic and elegant DIY Single Rose Boutonniere. When I was in about 9th grade our high school had a banquet planned. Our - [Cola-Q Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cola-q-chicken/) - One thing Texans loves is grilling! Thankfully, the weather here permits us to have a long "grilling" season, but there are times in the "off-season" when we just can't wait any longer and brave the elements for a good ol' piece of grilled meat. January tends to be our coolest month and we get rain, - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 8/14](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-814/) - Summer is almost at an end and we are heading into back to school season, fall and cooler weather. Are you ready? I am.... at least for the cooler weather! Welcome to another weekend of partying at Small Victories Sunday Linkup which starts today and runs all week long. We are ready to celebrate - [Social Media Tuesday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/social-media-tuesday/) - It's Tuesday and that means only one thing! It's time for ~SoMe2~!! I LOVE meeting all the new links up each and every week. This week we are linking up to my 2 favorite SoMe 2 platforms: Pinterest and Instagram, go and tell all of your friends (and your friends' friends) to link up, - [Sweet Red Pepper Chicken and $25 Gift Card GIVEAWAY](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-red-pepper-chicken/) - Thank you Tom Thumb and Albertson's for sponsoring this post. Check out the new Signature family of brands from Tom Thumb/Albertson's, with more than 4,000 Signature products available and a 100% money-back guarantee. It's BONUS recipe day! Yeah! Today, I'm sharing our meal using Signature brand products from Tom Thumb and Albertson's including Sweet Red Pepper - [Italian Cream Soda](https://otasteandseeblog.com/italian-cream-soda/) - Italian Cream Soda is one of our favorite summer drinks! We have enjoyed them at several Italian restaurants but they're so simple now we make them at home. They're cool, refreshing AND easy, that's why we'll be serving these on the "coffee bar" at my daughter's wedding...for those non-coffee drinkers. Any flavor syrup can - [Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-ice-cream-cake/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #IceCreamHero #CollectiveBias I mentioned a few weeks back that my family and I joined a gym. We've been going very regularly and to my surprise, I've actually enjoyed it. We've also been eating better...lots of veggies and lean - [The PINcentive Blog Hop (Week 10) & GIVEAWAY!](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pincentive-blog-hop-week-10-giveaway/) - WELCOME to another special week of The PINcentive Blog Hop! Did I mention Our giveaway is open for the ENTIRE MONTH of November? Oh, and our pot is pretty sweet! So, before we get to the blog hop, feel free to enter for a chance to win $100 in PayPal cash, a $75 Amazon Gift - [Easy Chicken Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-chicken-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great ideas you see - [5 Best Things to Do in Monterey Bay](https://otasteandseeblog.com/5-best-things-to-do-in-monterey-bay/) - When it comes to travel, I find it difficult to decide whether I prefer the mountains or the beach. Visiting the Monterey Bay Peninsula made me realize.... it doesn't have to be one or the other! The Monterey Bay Peninsula is located in central California about 50 miles south of San Jose and 240 miles - [SoFab On The Road Dallas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sofab-on-the-road-dallas/) - I am writing this post in exchange for a discounted conference ticket; however, all opinions are mine and mine alone. When I started blogging almost two years ago, I felt really overwhelmed with ALL the things I didn't know. With the help of the internet and a blogger friend I began to catch on. As - [Sausage Balls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sausage-balls/) - Sausage Balls are a Southern tradition. They're good for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack or appetizer. You can eat them hot, cold or at room temperature. They can be made ahead, frozen and reheated...and still taste wonderful! (Instructions for making ahead, freezing and re-heating found below, under the recipe) My mom (aka the Snack Tray Queen) - [Hunt and Harvest at the Mercantile](https://otasteandseeblog.com/hunt-and-harvest-at-the-mercantile/) - I just can't say enough great things about the Village of Ruidoso! I LOVED everything about my visit. The downtown area, the hotel, the mountains, the weather, the activities and of course.... THE FOOD! Cuz' a girl's gotta eat, right? There were so many quaint little restaurants in the downtown area, I would have stayed - [Roasted Broccoli and Red Peppers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/roasted-broccoli-and-red-peppers/) - The wedding count down is on! Yes, we're well under 100 days until my daughter's wedding. Things are coming together and we've got many of the really important things out of the way, like the church, photographer, bridal gown and bridesmaids' dresses. My mom, my mother-in-law and the groom's mom all have their dresses. - [Summer in Winter Park](https://otasteandseeblog.com/summer-winter-park/) - A few weeks ago I started telling you about our wonderful vacation to Colorado. Then I got side-tracked with some yummy food posts, like Crock Pot Beef Stew, Pepperoni Baked Spaghetti and a few really helpful Tips for Successful Baking. Our final destination was Winter Park/Fraser where ski season opened this week! I've seen some - [Something for Everyone in Colorado Springs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/something-for-everyone-in-colorado-springs/) - Summer is almost here...WHOOT, WHOOT!!! And with summer comes vacations! As you know, I LOVE to travel so I thought this might be the perfect time to share with you one of my favorite vacations spots....anytime of year.... 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Each night they serve an authentic chuck-wagon supper and entertainment is provided by the Flying J Wranglers, some of the best - [Muffin Tin Treats on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/muffin-tin-treats-on-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday Another week has flow by! We've been quite busy...starting last weekend with buying a new car. Yes, our beloved 2004 Quest had to be traded. I will say, we did get our money's worth out of it as it had around 230,000 miles. Monday we started school...we homeschool so - [Kit Kat Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/kit-kat-cake/) - Today I am Thankful for: Celebrating Goals Achieved! In our family, when someone reaches a goal or milestone in their life, we like to celebrate. The general rule for celebrating is, the bigger the accomplishment; the bigger the celebration. When our middle daughter recently earned her black belt, we thought that called - [MCM Elegante Lodge and Resort](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mcm-elegante-lodge-and-resort/) - I love to travel and visit new places, but the hardest thing about visiting someplace I've never been is where to stay. You know how it is. You see all these places online but being unfamiliar with the area you have no idea if you'll be close to the attractions or not. And besides, how - [Rice Pudding](https://otasteandseeblog.com/rice-pudding/) - This is not the first time Rice Pudding has been on the blog. In fact, it's rather infamous. Sadly, last year it made the Top 5 Epic Fails! This year...SUCCESS! Rice Pudding is one of "Grandma's Recipes" that my husband and I really love. It's one of our once a year treats that I make - [Hand Tied Bridal Bouquet](https://otasteandseeblog.com/hand-tied-bridal-bouquet/) - The Bridal Bouquet is usually one of the most important things to the bride. 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It comes in a variety of sizes ranging from - [Chocolate Chip Pound Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-pound-cake/) - Southern Favorite #4 - Pound Cake Pound Cake...for those who have experienced them, that's all you have to say! Pound cake is one of the "go to" Southern desserts (the other being banana pudding) It comes in seemingly hundreds of varieties. Almost every Southern lady has her favorite pound cake recipe. People in other - [Cheerios for the Win](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cheerios-for-the-win/) - Well, I thought things would slow down some when summer arrived. I must have been dreaming! If anything it's gotten a little more busy! My son's lawn business is booming, I'm teaching him how to drive, there's all the "normal" activities and then on top of all that....I'm helping my daughter plan her wedding! Needless - [BBQ Pork Sandwiches](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bbq-pork-sandwiches/) - BBQ Pork Sandwiches....easy dinner for busy families! 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If you're looking for something fun to do with your family this holiday season (or any time) Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament could be a great option. It's - [Slushies Smoothies and Popsicles on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/slushies-smoothies-and-popsicles-on-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday Before we get to the "good" stuff... I've been thinking about Back to School and I'd love to feature several "Back to School" recipes in the next couple of weeks. If you have any great easy weeknight dinners, school lunch ideas or any food related "back to school" posts - [Simply Elegant Wedding Centerpiece](https://otasteandseeblog.com/simply-elegant-wedding-centerpiece/) - Well, it's happening again! Another daughter getting married, which means we're spending another exciting summer planning a wedding! It's only been two years since our last wedding so some things are still fresh in my mind. However, because my girls have different styles, this wedding will also have a different style. Just when I thought - [Ultimate Homemaking Bundle](https://otasteandseeblog.com/ultimate-homemaking-bundle-3/) - By popular demand, 100+ homemaking bloggers are bringing back The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle, and it's better than ever! The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle is a complete library of great eBooks on homemaking—a truly valuable knowledge base you’ll use for many years to come. Unlike a library, though, you don’t have to spend years building it up. The - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 4/3](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-43/) - Happy Small Victories Sunday! We hope you've had a wonderful week and you'll celebrate all the victories big and small from the last week. What were your small victories? My Weekly Recap: Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries! Beautiful, easy and delicious. Now, time for you to share your small victories with us! All About Small Victories Sunday - [Southern Style Baked Beans](https://otasteandseeblog.com/southern-style-baked-beans/) - I made this recipe back in the summer when we had some friends over for a cookout. Usually, I buy prepared baked beans ... in a can (I know, but they're easy). I decided it was high time I made them from scratch. I thought they were good but it was confirmed when our friend's - [Churros](https://otasteandseeblog.com/churros/) - For a while it seemed as if every other recipe here was something "Mexican". I wondered if you were thinking that's all I knew how to cook, or if that's all my poor family ever had to eat. Well, it's not ALL we eat, but we do have it pretty often. I decided to post - [Old Fashion Lemon Bars](https://otasteandseeblog.com/old-fashion-lemon-bars-2/) - Lemon Bars are a classic Southern dessert. They're simple and delicious, appropriate for all seasons and occasions but especially refreshing in the summer heat. 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There's been wedding planning, finishing our homeschool - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 3/12](https://otasteandseeblog.com/11155-2/) - Welcome yet again to another edition of Small Victories Sunday Linkup where we encourage you to share your victories big and small. What were your small victories this week? Are you ready for spring? Got fabulous ideas for St. Patrick’s Day or Easter you’ve just got to share? Well you’ve come to the right place! - [National Food Days on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/national-food-days-on-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome back to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a great place to find lots of wonderful Family Fun ideas. Whether your looking for Fun Family activities, homeschooling ideas, printables, recipes, parenting tips, or just an encouraging word, you'll be sure to find it here. Last week we had over 200 links! - [Amazing Apple Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/amazing-apple-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - It's Family Fun Friday Time! Welcome! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great ideas you - [Cool Summer Treats on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cool-summer-treats-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. 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I don't know about you but we've had a fun summer so far even though our schedule has been turned upside down. We don't mind that so much but because of - [Chicken and Raspberry Recipes Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-and-raspberry-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you'll stick around a while and check out some of the great - [Berrylicious Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/berrylicious-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! and WELCOME TO FAMILY FUN FRIDAY! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some - [Thanksgiving Leftovers and Apple Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/thanksgiving-leftovers-apple-recipes-family-fun-friday/) - Welcome To Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, home school printable, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great ideas - [Mexican Recipes on Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mexican-recipes-on-family-fun-friday/) - Hi and Welcome to Family Fun Friday! Family Fun Friday is a collection of Family Friendly posts to help families connect. Whether it be through encouragement, homeschool printables, craft ideas, family activities or delicious family recipes, our goal is to promote family togetherness. We hope you’ll stick around a while and check out some of the great - [I Need Chocolate Family Fun Friday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/need-chocolate-family-fun-friday/) - Hi Again and Welcome to Family Fun Friday! We're really attempting to get back into the swing of things with homeschooling and other activities. The first six weeks or so we did really well, but for some reason lately, life just keeps getting in the way! Sometimes it's an unexpected blessing, sometimes it's an opportunity, - [Maple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/maple-pecan-cinnamon-rolls/) - With no rise time this Maple Pecan Cinnamon Roll recipe is ready in about an hour! For years cinnamon rolls were a favorite Sunday morning treat for our family, but it was always "Wham-ums". "What in the world are those?" you are probably asking. Well, it's the name our family has for canned biscuits, cinnamon - [Chocolate Crescents](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-crescents/) - This is one of those dishes that you only need to have once and you're hooked. My mom loves these so I try to make them when my parents visit. It just so happens, they will be here in a couple of days, but the recipe makes about thirty-two and we don't need to eat - [Making Appetizers at Home: Potato Skins](https://otasteandseeblog.com/potato-skins/) - One of the great things about going out to eat....appetizers! Appetizers are a wonderful invention! Who came up with them anyway? The French? It sounds like a "French" word, maybe? And what does it mean? I have an idea..."reason to eat something really yummy before dinner"....but only at a restaurant. What do we call it - [Cowboy Burgers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cowboy-burgers/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kingsford®. The opinions and text are all mine. 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Well you’re in luck, there are a - [Small Victories Sunday Link Up 4/10](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories/) - Happy Small Victories Sunday! Welcome to another week where we celebrate all the victories big and small from the last week. What were your Small Victories this week? I hope you'll share them with us. A big "THANKS" to all the readers who stopped by my Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberry post last week making it one of - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 7/3](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-7/) - Happy July 4th Weekend! What are your plans for celebrating? We’re welcoming a new month at Small Victories Sunday Linkup where bloggers offer their best posts to inspire you to read, eat, live, create and blog well! 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Today, we are excited to welcome 2 new co-hosts to support our mission to inspire - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 8/7](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-87/) - Hello friends! I hope you'll pardon my absence this last week. We've been enjoying family and friends visiting for our daughter's wedding. Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup that lasts all week long so there’s always a party going on! We want you to share your best posts to inspire our readers to read, eat, - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 7/31](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-731/) - Hi there! We are glad you’ve stopped by to join us for another edition of the best link party of the weekend. Small Victories Sunday Linkup is where our bloggers share their best ideas to inspire you to read, eat, live and blog well! Sit back, relax and visit as many bloggers as you can, - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 7/24](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-724/) - It's already late July! The summer is flying by and we hope you are ready to celebrate another week of great ideas for your family, home, blog and bookshelves with us at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. Our bloggers are ready to share their best ideas to inspire you to read, eat, live and blog well! - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 7/16](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-716/) - Shout it from the rooftops, relish the simple pleasures, whatever you do, celebrate your small victories and best ideas for family, home, and blog with us! Welcome to another week of Small Victories Sunday Linkup where bloggers offer their best posts to inspire you to read, eat, live, create and blog well! Stay tuned for our - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 7/10](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-710/) - Happy July, how’s the summer treating you so far? We're doing well and thankful our temps haven't hit 100, yet. Welcome to another week of Small Victories Sunday Linkup where bloggers offer their best posts to inspire you to read, eat, live, create and blog well! Bring us your best summer fun, food, books, home, - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 6/19](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-619/) - Happy Father's Day....to all the Father's in your life and welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup where our bloggers share their best ideas and our readers are inspired to read, eat, live and blog well! If your interested, I'm running a $100 Gift Card GIVEAWAY on my Top 10 Anti-Aging Skin Care Tips post. All About - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 6/12](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-612/) - Summer has arrived! Time to share with us your best ideas for summer holidays and fun. Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup where our bloggers share their best ideas and our readers are inspired to read, eat, live and blog well! What's New at O Taste and See: We're in SERIOUS wedding planning mode! Lately, - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 5/30](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-6/) - Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup where our bloggers share their best ideas and our readers are inspired to read, eat, live and blog well! Grab your last minute ideas for the long weekend and to bring you tons of fun this summer. If you are in the U.S., take a - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 5/22](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-522/) - How has your week been? Ours has been busy with wedding planning. But, we've made some real progress this week! Ready to sit back and relax with the great ideas our bloggers share at Small Victories Sunday Linkup? They are ready to inspire you to read, eat, live and blog well! All About Small Victories - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 5/15](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-515/) - Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup where our bloggers share their best ideas and our readers are inspired to read, eat, live and blog well! We hope you've had a great week and can't wait to see what you've been up to. All About Small Victories Sunday Linkup Here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup, we - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 5/8](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-58/) - Happy Mother’s Day! We hope today you're celebrating with and thinking of the women who have made a positive and meaningful impact on your lives. Relax, kick back and enjoy another week of helpful tips, inspiring living and fun posts here at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. Can't wait to see what you've been up to! All - [Small Victories Sunday Linkup 4/24](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-linkup-424/) - Welcome to Small Victories Sunday Linkup where we are celebrating finishing our taxes for another year, enjoying delicious Spring inspired recipes with fresh veggies, tending to our gardens and getting some great Spring Cleaning tips. Gift guides are starting to pour in for Mother’s Day and Teacher’s Appreciation Week in May, you do not want - [Small Victories Sunday Link Up 4/17](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-link-417/) - Happy Small Victories Sunday! Welcome to another week where we celebrate all the victories big and small from the last week. What were your small victories? What did you accomplish on your massive to do list? What was the best part of your last week? Did you get your taxes done? Well, one more day! - [Small Victories Sunday Link Up 3/27](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-link-327/) - Happy Easter! Today we have a change to celebrate the greatest victory and most important event in all history... the Resurrection of Christ! There’s much to celebrate this week at Small Victories Sunday Linkup. We hope you’ll join us to share the good news from your blog and lives and will inspire our readers to - [Small Victories Sunday Link Up 3/20](https://otasteandseeblog.com/small-victories-sunday-link-320/) - Welcome to another week of Small Victories Sunday Link Up where we celebrate all the victories big and small from the last week. Spring and Easter fun are in full swing this week. How will you be celebrating? I can hardly believe Easter is next week! We're excited to celebrate the greatest day in - [Black Belt](https://otasteandseeblog.com/black-belt/) - An Exciting Week! We've had an exciting week here...Lots of fun things going on! Our parents came to visit we made the Pee Wee football playoffs, we had a party, and the biggest news of the week....Our Middle Daughter tested and RECEIVED her BLACK BELT in Tae Kwon Do!!! This has been an long anticipated - [New Texas Pete CHA!](https://otasteandseeblog.com/new-texas-pete-cha/) - This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of CHA! by Texas Pete. All opinions are 100% mine. Football season is back and my "football crazy" son is ecstatic! It doesn't matter whether it's college or NFL, he's watching, taping, playing, thinking or talking about football. It must run in the family... my - [CHA! BBQ Sauce](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cha-bbq-sauce/) - A week or so ago, I shared a new CHA! Chicken Wing recipe and today I'm sharing the quick and easy CHA! BBQ Sauce I served with the. Usually, I serve wings with Blue Cheese dressing but I saw this CHA! BBQ Sauce on the Texas Pete website and decided to try it for something - [Build Your Bundle Homeschool Edition](https://otasteandseeblog.com/build-your-bundle-homeschool-edition/) - *This post contains Affiliate links The BIGGEST digital homeschooling curriculum sale EVER is coming! Mark your calendars! Save up to 92% on popular homeschooling curriculum! ONE WEEK ONLY - July 21-28, 2014! Click here to be reminded | Enter to win $100 towards your bundle purchase What is the "Build Your Bundle" - Homeschool Edition - [Build Your Bundle Homeschool Edition](https://otasteandseeblog.com/build-bundle-homeschool-edition/) - The first ever "Build Your Bundle" - Homeschool Edition sale is here! For one week only (July 21-28) save up to 92% on bestselling homeschooling products, including MANY on Cathy Duffy's Top 100 list! The bundles are AMAZING, including products such as Learning Language Arts Through Literature, A Child's Geography, Character Concepts, Picture Smart - [The Making of Champions](https://otasteandseeblog.com/the-making-of-champions/) - This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/POWERADE. However, I only promote brands I use and support. In his sermons lately, my husband's been using a lot of illustrations from his basketball coaching days. This got me thinking about the 10 years we spend in Central Pennsylvania and those Jr and Sr High boys he coached. - [Natural Bridge Caverns](https://otasteandseeblog.com/natural-bridge-caverns/) - *This post was written on behalf of U S Family Guide and Natural Bridge Caverns Naturally Amazing! And Discount on Tickets! Experience one of the world's premier caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns. Take the Discovery Tour and see what millions of others have seen - an incredible underground world of natural beauty. This 75-minute tour explores - [Butterscotch No Bake Cookies with Goldfish Crackers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/butterscotch-no-bake-cookies-with-goldfish-crackers/) - This post has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GoldfishMix #CollectiveBias Hospitality is something very important to our family. We've tried to teach and demonstrated it to our children by joyfully inviting people into our home and making them feel welcome. Special occasions or events are always - [Time Saving Tuesday Quick and Easy Dinners](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-quick-and-easy-dinners/) - Nothing says "time saving" like a good 30 Minute Meal! I asked some of my FAVORITE Blogger Friends to help me put together this Time Saving Tuesday Quick and Easy Dinners Round-Up. We have everything...pasta, Chinese, side dishes, casseroles, even a few healthy options. There should be something for everyone! Let us help you - [Reuben Sandwich and Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/reuben-sandwich-and-giveaway/) - Coupons and compensation were provided from Oroweat® in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. Does your family have a favorite sandwich? Oroweat® has the perfect contest for you....America's Better Sandwich Contest! Also, scroll down and enter to win coupons for some wonderful Oroweat® Bread AND $25 Visa Gift Card, provided by - [Game Time Snack Menu](https://otasteandseeblog.com/game-time-snack-menu/) - This shopper has been compensated by SheSpeaks, Inc., The Coca-Cola Company and Mondelez International group. All opinions are mine alone. The holidays are over, the decorations are all packed away and now it's time to start thinking about getting together with family and friends for Game Time! Win or lose, this super easy game time - [10 Secrets to the Perfect Cake Pops](https://otasteandseeblog.com/10-secrets-to-the-perfect-cake-pops/) - Cake pops are super popular right now and fun to make and eat. Today, I'm going to share with 10 Secrets to the Perfect Cake Pop....and I have a Guest Baker to help! Meet Rosebud, of Rosebud Bakery. She's a talented baker and cake decorator, sweet young lady and friend. When my daughter - [Skinny Lasagna Roll Ups](https://otasteandseeblog.com/skinny-lasagna-roll-ups/) - Today's recipe for Skinny Lasagna Roll Ups is a lighter version of a favorite comfort food. Who loves lasagna? WE DO!! Ok, maybe the better question should be....who doesn't love lasagna? However, as good as it is, lasagna can be a high calorie meal. This recipe for Skinny Lasagna Roll Ups is simple - [Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Bacon](https://otasteandseeblog.com/parmesan-crusted-chicken-with-bacon/) - It's a great day for Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Bacon! You've come to the most viewed, most pinned, most downloaded recipe here at O Taste and See! Thanks for visiting, pull up a chair and have a look around. This recipe epitomized my new motto for dinner.... "When in doubt, smother with cheese - [Cinco De Mayo](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinco-de-mayo/) - What is Cinco De Mayo, anyway? History.com says, "Cinco de Mayo—or the fifth of May—commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). A relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and - [Happy Pie Day](https://otasteandseeblog.com/happy-pie-day/) - Happy Pie Day! For all the "Math Nerds" and Pun-Lovers...This one's for you! We've got something for everyone! Need quick and easy.... No Bake Snicker Pie! If you're a cookie-lover at heart, like me.....Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie! For those who wish they were on the beach soaking up the sun in Key West..... Buttermilk Key - [No Rise Cinnamon Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/no-rise-cinnamon-rolls/) - Last weekend our daughter had a friend over to spend the night. We wanted to make something special for breakfast. I chose these No Rise Cinnamon Rolls because they take much less time than most homemade cinnamon rolls. They looked (and tasted) so good I decided to let the pictures speak for themselves. They aren't - [National Chocolate Mint Day](https://otasteandseeblog.com/national-chocolate-mint-day/) - Happy National Chocolate Mint Day! I love a good "food holiday". And what is today but National Chocolate Mint Day! Who knew?! For those of you who are super-fans of the chocolate-mint combo, I have FIVE amazing recipes to help you celebrate! Chocolate Mint Brownies Chocolate Mint Cake Balls Homemade Peppermint Bark Peppermint Ice Cream - [Peppermint Mocha Coffee Punch](https://otasteandseeblog.com/peppermint-mocha-coffee-punch/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidayMadeSimple #CollectiveBias HUGE Giveaway at the end, but don't skip the recipe...It's TOTALLY worth it! The Christmas celebrating season is here and that usually means lots of parties, food, and entertaining. Today on Time Saving Tuesday I'm sharing - [OREO Buns](https://otasteandseeblog.com/oreo-buns/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. I eat OREO cookies even when they're not paying me to. #SpreadOREOCheer #CollectiveBias OREO cookies! Frequently found in my pantry, maybe or maybe not in an obscure location that only I know about, to be savored in those rare - [Easy Weeknight Dinner with Manwich](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-weeknight-dinner-with-manwich/) - This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Manwich for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Family dinners are an important part of life at our house. We try very hard to put aside distractions and sit down to dinner together each night. But, on Wednesday evenings, we have fifteen people at - [Sweet Home Alabama: Beauty, Beaches and Bar-B-Q](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-home-alabama-beauty-beach-and-bar-b-q/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Alabama Tourism. The opinions and text are all mine and it is my privilege to share them with you. Sweet Home Alabama....Where I spent the first nine years of my life. Once we moved, I would spend pretty much every summer, Christmas break and - [After Eight Years In Texas...Tri Tip Is As Close As I Get To Brisket](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tri-tip-roast-with-potato-crisps/) - Today I am Thankful for.....God's guidance and wisdom in my life This week we will celebrate our eighth year as Texans. Little did we know as we unloaded the moving truck in our driveway how much this would change our lives. It wasn't our first "cross country" move but, Lord willing, it will be our - [Bring Joy to the Table with Cracker Barrel](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bring-joy-to-the-table-with-cracker-barrel/) - Bring Joy to the Table with Cracker Barrel is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of one of my favorite places, Cracker Barrel. All opinions are my own. Cracker Barrel! Or as sometimes referred to in our family as just "THE Barrel". We have such fond memories! As some of you know, our - [Bacon Breakfast Ring](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-breakfast-ring/) - This post is written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc.. All opinions are entirely my own. Today, I'm sharing a quick, easy and festive Bacon Breakfast Ring recipe, because breakfast is often the "overlooked" holiday meal. The holidays are upon us! Yeah!!! I love the holiday season! Besides the "official" holidays, my mom - [Chocolate Pretzel Cookie Bars](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-pretzel-cookie-bars-2/) - A few months ago I began to realize I have an overwhelming number of old magazines! Most of them Southern Living, my favorite. My problem is, I just have a hard time throwing things away...I mean, what if I need it? That's how I was feeling about all these magazines. Such great ideas and recipes just couldn't - [Pico de Gallo](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pico-de-gallo/) - I'm happy to have Becky guest posting for me today. She blogs over at Tales of Beauty for Ashes where she talks about Marriage, Parenting and Everything in Between. Today she is sharing with us a recipe for Pico de Gallo that looks delicious and SUPER colorful! I hope you'll also go over and - [JORD Watch $100 Gift Code Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/jord-watch-100-gift-code-giveaway/) - This post was written by me on behalf of US Family Guide and JORD Watches. I was provided with product, discount code and gift code giveaway in exchange for this post. JORD Watch $100 Gift Code Giveaway for the perfect unique gift for a special person. We all have one. That person in our life, - [Marie Callender's Pot Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/marie-callenders-pot-pie/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Baby it's cold outside...or at least it was. That's the thing about Texas, if you don't like the weather, wait 15 minutes and it will change! The week before Thanksgiving it was unseasonably cold. There's certain foods I - [Sausage Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sausage-egg-and-biscuit-breakfast-casserole/) - I made this Sausage Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole a while back, then completely forgot about it. My son kept asking for it until I finally found the recipe again. After I made it I started thinking.... You know that saying, "That's the best thing since sliced bread"? Well, I think it out to - [Dark Chocolate Cherry Scones](https://otasteandseeblog.com/dark-chocolate-cherry-scones/) - When I talk about scones I feel like I should be using my best British accent (which isn't very good). So, read this recipe in your head in a lovely British voice. I made Dark Chocolate Cherry Scones for our recent Afternoon Tea. Scones are an absolute must for any tea. I decided on Dark - [Perfect Pancake Recipe aka Pam-Cakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/perfect-pancake-recipe/) - Ever heard the saying, "It'll make you wanna slap yo' mamma"? It's used in the South to refer to exceptionally great food. Well, I don't know if I'd go quite that far with this Perfect Pancake Recipe, but they are so good they make strangers want to tell you about them at the grocery - [Pepperoni Pizza Bombs aka Bisceroni](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pepperoni-pizza-bombs/) - Our oldest daughter recently became engaged! We're all super excited and busy with wedding planning (which explains why there have been fewer posts lately). I'm sure her young man is going to fit right into our family because (among other things) he loves food, almost as much as the rest of us. Today's recipe for - [Chicken Mushroom Carbonara with Ragu](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-mushroom-carbonara/) - Pasta is a "staple" around our house. We usually eat it at least once a week, so when I received the opportunity to write a post for Ragu...I was thrilled. Since we usually have spaghetti with meat sauce, I thought it would be nice to try the Ragu Classic Alfredo. I LOVE Alfredo sauce - [Enchant Christmas Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/enchant-christmas-giveaway/) - I have been provided tickets to Enchant Christmas in exchange for this post. Hey, all my Texas friends! Enter to win the opportunity to attend the BIGGEST (and brightest) holiday premiere in North Texas this season! Tuesday, November 21, 7-9 PM Lot F at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Your world of Christmas wonder awaits at the U.S. debut and VIP - [Sharing a Cup and a Story with My Favorite Veteran](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sharing-a-cup-and-a-story-with-my-favorite-veteran/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. I’m partnering with Folgers® at Walmart through the Share A Cup & A Story campaign, to create personal connections with Veterans and honor their service to our country. With Veterans Day approaching, I - [Russian Tea Cakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/russian-tea-cakes/) - Remember that "Snow Day" we had here in Texas? We spent that day baking cookies and I've spent the last week or so blogging about them. Finally, today I get to MY favorite Christmas cookie ... Russian Tea Cakes. Maybe you've never heard them called by that name. I've seen other recipes that are very - [Parmesan Crusted Cod](https://otasteandseeblog.com/parmesan-crusted-cod/) - I haven't been online much lately. My parents came for a four day visit which turned into a four week (almost) visit. Why the change of plans? Well, my dad ended up having surgery while they where here. Nothing too serious just somewhat unexpected. We are thankful to God all went well and they - [Hot Air Balloon Ride](https://otasteandseeblog.com/hot-air-balloon-ride/) - As a part of my media invitation to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta I was provided with this balloon ride. Thanks so much to Wind Dancer Balloon Promotions and the Balloon Fiesta for making it possible. Bucket List. It's a thing now. Everybody's got one. You know, all those things you want to do before - [Rubbermaid FreshWorks Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/rubbermaid-freshworks-giveaway/) - This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Rubbermaid®. Don't forget to enter the Rubbermaid FreshWorks Giveaway below! For the past few months my favorite local grocery store has been undergoing some remodeling. This weekend was their grand "re-opening" AND the whole chain was running a "stock up and save" sale. So, of course, I HAD to - [Mother-Son Road Trip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mother-son-road-trip/) - It's been a long time since I've been on a road trip and I've missed traveling. When I was invited to attend the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta I was SUPER excited! My son and I decided to make it a Mother-Son Road Trip. It was so amazing, I hardly know where to start! Often, the - [Honeycomb and Brie Crostini](https://otasteandseeblog.com/honeycomb-brie-crostini/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DonVictorHoney #DonVictor #CollectiveBias Honey has been enjoyed around the world for centuries as a natural sweetener and delicacy. For example, in ancient Israel Torah teachers allowed their young students to lick honey off their slates as an object - [Lego KidsFest Texas Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lego-kidsfest-texas-giveaway/) - *This post is written on behalf of USFamily Guide and Lego KidsFest Texas. The award-winning LEGO® KidsFest returns to Texas - this time at the Dallas Convention Center -- from August 29-31. Last week I took my son and two friends to LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine, TX and we had a BLAST! So, - [Mini Chocolate Eclairs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mini-chocolate-eclairs/) - Not too long ago I made Churros and Mexican Chocolate Sauce. The sauce makes more than we usually eat with Churros so it was just sitting in the refrigerate. It's too good to throw out but I didn't really have a "plan" for it. Then I had a dessert emergency. What's a "dessert emergency"? Last minute - [Lovin' the Weekend Blog Hops](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lovin-weekend-blog-hops/) - Welcome to Lovin' The Weekend Blog Hops with your co-hosts: Karen from Tots and Me, Rena from An Ordinary Housewife and Angie from Snack Cups and Smiles. Thank you to every one who has stopped by, whether this is your first visit or you have been a faithful ongoing participant! We would love for - [Meet the Family](https://otasteandseeblog.com/meet-the-family/) - This is US....Meet the Family We are a family of five living in north Texas and as the saying goes here, "We weren't born in Texas, but we got here as quick as we could". Meet my best friend. A wonderful, godly man who leads our family with gentleness, confidence and wisdom. We have been - [Texas State Fair 2013 Part 1](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-state-fair-2013/) - The last couple of months have been extremely busy for our family. Our oldest daughter is a face painter so fall is her super busy season. Our middle daughter is testing for her Black Belt in a week, which means three karate classes a week plus hours of practice at home. Then our son is - [Milestone Birthday Celebration at Red Lobster](https://otasteandseeblog.com/milestone-birthday-celebration-at-red-lobster/) - This is the year for "milestone" birthdays in our family....at least for three of us. Our oldest daughter turns twenty-one, our middle daughter turns eighteen and I turn....well, a milestone that says I'm old enough to have two legal adult daughters. The first birthday of the year is our now-eighteen-year-old's. She's the one who - [Trinity Forest Adventure Park and South Cross Ranch](https://otasteandseeblog.com/trinity-forest-adventure-park-and-south-cross-ranch/) - *This post is written by me on behalf of Trinity Forest Adventure Park and South Cross Ranch. I will receive tickets for writing this post. Don't forget your BOGO coupon code at the bottom... Ready for the most exciting entertainment venue in the Metroplex? The Trinity Forest Aerial Adventure park is a combination of a - [Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-pumpkin-spice-latte/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of In The Raw and SheSpeaks. All opinions are my own. Just and FYI....there's a GIVEAWAY link at the bottom of the post. And of course the Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe that's lower calorie! It's Fall Y'all! What does that mean where you are? - [Hawaiian Fried Rice](https://otasteandseeblog.com/hawaiian-fried-rice/) - Thanks Smithfiled Anytime Favorites for allowing me to be a Smithfield Hambassador and for sponsoring this delicious dish. All opinions are my own. We just got back from a wonderful vacation in Colorado (more later on that) and it's been HARD to get back into the swing of things...starting school, my husband back to work, - [Tips for Summer Air Travel](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tips-for-summer-air-travel/) - Earlier this week our daughter left for two weeks at summer camp. Since she just graduated, this will be her last time to go as a camper. She's enjoyed several years at an amazing camp (that my husband also attended as a teen) in North Carolina. Now if you remember, we live in - [Caprese Chicken and Gift Basket Giveaway!](https://otasteandseeblog.com/caprese-chicken-and-gift-basket-giveaway/) - “" We eat a lot of chicken so I'm always looking for new chicken recipes. Recently, I was introduced to the Mezzetta Everything Spreads. They're called "Everything Spread" because that's what you can do with them....Everything! The spreads are available in four mouthwatering flavors. I chose Garlic & Parmesan as well as Sun-Dried Tomato - [Time Saving Tuesday - Easy Game Day Food](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-game-day-food/) - Special thanks to Red Baron Pizza and The Women Bloggers for sponsoring this post. As always, all opinions are my own. My husband and son love a good college football game with some great game day food. I love a good college football game with some great Easy Game Day Food! This Time Saving Tuesday - [Healthy Snacking with NatureBox](https://otasteandseeblog.com/healthy-snacking-with-naturebox/) - When I was chosen to participate in the NatureBox review I was super excited and so was my family. In case you aren't familiar, NatureBox is a monthly subscription service that delivers healthy, great tasting snacks to your home. For us, the only thing better than yummy snacks is yummy snacks delivered to our door! - [Time Saving Tuesday - Car Tips](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-car-tips/) - Sponsored Post Today's Time Saving Tuesday is all about saving time when it comes to cars. In a few weeks my daughter and I will be embarking on a new adventure. We're going on a cruise! We're SUPER excited and I can't wait to share it with y'all but right now we're in the - [Wicked Good Grilled Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/wicked-good-grilled-chicken/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kingsford®. The opinions and text are all mine. We're turning our munGrill Master routine into a "celebration" with some Wicked Good Grilled Chicken and weeknight grilling. Well, summer is almost over and we're attempting to get back into a routine. After a time of - [Buster Our IAMS Dog](https://otasteandseeblog.com/buster-our-iams-dog/) - After watching the "Duck" video, I've been inspired to tell you about our IAMS dog....Buster. My husband and I come from dog-loving families. We both had a dog we got as a puppy and had all through our growing up years, so when our daughters were young we decided they needed a dog, too. A - [Whipped Cream Spoons](https://otasteandseeblog.com/whipped-cream-spoons/) - With the holidays coming, and because I'm a bit of a "pack rat", I am attempting to de-clutter. I've started this process with a few small tasks. One being to pare down my magazine collection. I really only read and enjoy one magazine....Southern Living. It reminds me of "home" and my Southern roots. Over the past - [Tell Time With The Peanuts Gang Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tell-time-with-the-peanuts-gang-giveaway/) - Tell Time With The Peanuts Gang Giveaway Hosted By: Holiday Contest and Sweeps Co-Hosted By: Michigan Savings and More Deliciously Savvy Proudly Brings You The "Tell Time With The Peanuts Gang" Giveaway 2 - Winners each receive the following: 1 - Peanuts Wacky Waker Charlie Brown Alarm Clock 1 - - [Praline Coconut No Bake Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/praline-coconut-no-bake-cookies/) - The holiday season is here and for us that means lots of extra food, family, and friends. To top it off, it has gotten COLD! For most of you, it's probably been cold for a few weeks now, but for us Texans we aren't used to 30 degree weather in November. We had to turn - [Time Saving Tuesday - Summertime Barbecue Bonanza](https://otasteandseeblog.com/summertime-barbecue-bonanza/) - Special thanks to Montgomery Inn for providing the Summertime Barbecue Bonanza for our family to enjoy. All opinions are my own. Our family LOVES grilling and smoking meat, but let's just be honest....it takes time. So, for today's Time Saving Tuesday I'm sharing the quickest and easiest way to enjoy the last warm days of - [Honey Glazed Pears](https://otasteandseeblog.com/honey-glazed-pears/) - It's finally fall here in Texas. In fact, this morning I’m writing from the patio at my parent’s house where I’m enjoying cooler weather. It’s the thing I miss most about living in Pennsylvania. Of course, with crisp cooler weather comes “fall food”. Now, I know many people think “pumpkin” when fall recipes are mentions. - [Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars](https://otasteandseeblog.com/oatmeal-raisin-cookie-bars/) - Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars are a quick and easy treat for your family and friends....perfect for a party, special dinner dessert or just because. Here at the Carr home there are four seasons...winter, spring, summer and BAKING! We're officially in the Baking Season right now and I'm going through tons of "baking ingredients". These Oatmeal - [Cinnamon Vanilla Poached Pears](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinnamon-vanilla-poached-pears/) - I'm really excited about sharing this Cinnamon Vanilla Poached Pears recipe. Poached Pears may be my new favorite, go-to, fancy-spancy dessert or side dish! I love great tasting food, but beautiful food that tastes great is my absolute favorite! When I first mentioned "poached pears" to my friends and family I got a lot - [Dollar Tree Anniversary Celebration](https://otasteandseeblog.com/dollar-tree-anniversary-celebration/) - I'm so excited to be partnering with Dollar Tree to help spread the word about their Anniversary Bonus Buys Event! For the last few weeks we've been planning and preparing for Thanksgiving. I know, it's a little early but we are SUPER excited! For the first time in many years we have family coming - [Grandma's Old Fashion Peach Cobbler](https://otasteandseeblog.com/grandmas-old-fashion-peach-cobbler/) - Nothing says "Summer in the South" like Grandma's Old Fashion Peach Cobbler and Ice Cream! With the smell of fresh peaches wafting through the air at my favorite grocery store I may have become slightly obsessed with peaches and peach recipes! I am originally from Georgia...The Peach State...so, what can I say? For the - [Easy Kolache Christmas Wreath](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-kolache-christmas-wreath/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Hillshire Brands Company. All opinions are entirely my own. It's time to start the Christmas celebration planning! It will be here before we know it. What's a great celebration with out some great food? When it comes to entertaining and celebrating, I want - [Almost Traditional Cuban Sandwich](https://otasteandseeblog.com/traditional-cuban-sandwich/) - My husband and I (either separately or together) have lived in 6 states, in three regions of the country. The foods I make at home are a collection of recipes we've picked up along the way. Today's recipe for an Almost Traditional Cuban Sandwich comes from the area where my husband grew up, Tampa, Florida. - [Wendy's Helping Bring Families Together](https://otasteandseeblog.com/wendys-helping-bring-families-together/) - Wendy's® is one of our favorite fast food restaurants. For our children it's just about the food, but for my husband and me it's also the memories. At the ripe old age of twenty-five, I had given up on the idea of getting married and had told God if He wanted me to get married - [Sharing Home Cooked Love](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sharing-home-cooked-love/) - The holidays have always been a very special time for us but this year Thanksgiving was even more special. We live across the country from our family. My in-laws live about 750 miles away and my husband has one brother. who lives in Pennsylvania, a REALLY long way from Texas! Last summer we realized - [Red Velvet Trifle](https://otasteandseeblog.com/red-velvet-trifle/) - Trifle - Turning Disaster into Delicious! Have you ever made a cake (or other dessert) and it just didn't turn out right. It was still going to taste great but for whatever reason it looked terrible? Maybe it stuck to the pan, feel apart when you were trying to serve it or for some other - [Univhers A New Social Website](https://otasteandseeblog.com/univhers-a-new-social-website/) - *This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Univhers. All opinions are my own. What you love just got easier to post, share and save! Recently, I became acquainted with Univhers a new social website created by Natasha Soleil. I know, there are so many social sites out there, but Univhers - [Quick and Easy Southern Style Grilled Pound Cake and Peaches](https://otasteandseeblog.com/quick-and-easy-southern-style-grilled-pound-cake-and-peaches/) - Quick and Easy Southern Style Grilled Pound Cake and Peaches, when you need a beautifully delicious dessert but just have no time for homemade. It'll take you longer to say it than to make it! As you know, I LOVE a good homemade dessert. But there are times when you need (or just want) a - [Names and Attributes of God - Jehovah](https://otasteandseeblog.com/names-and-attributes-of-god-jehovah/) - As I mentioned in The Evolution of a Blog, I have been encouraged to broaden my scope of posts and be a "light" in my little corner of cyber space. One way I hope to accomplish this is by sharing some of the things I've learned or have been studying. Keeping with the "food" theme, - [Save 60% Off ROBOTS-4-U Summer Camps](https://otasteandseeblog.com/save-60-off-robots-4-u-summer-camps/) - This post was written on behalf of U S Family Guide for ROBOTS-4-U Summer Camps Summer will be here before we know it and our children will be looking for something fun to do. ROBOTS-4-U Summer Camps are a great way to let your children exercise their creativity! ROBOTS-4-U Summer Camps Now Enrolling - Where - [S T E A M Education](https://otasteandseeblog.com/s-t-e-a-m-education/) - This post was written on behalf of USFamilyGuide. S T E A M education: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math! Looking for a fun and challenging summer camp? ROBOTS-4-U Summer Camps and DYNAMIC ART & DESIGN Summer Camps, where fun, thinking & learning comes to life, are now enrolling! Campers having a BLAST, while learning - [Sugar Free Strawberry Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sugar-free-strawberry-pie/) - This one's for you, oldest daughter! Ok, first a disclaimer: This Sugar Free Strawberry Pie should be more appropriately called "No Sugar Added" Strawberry Pie. The strawberries, of course, contain some natural sugar and the pie crust probably does as well. Strawberry Pie is one of our family's all-time favorite summer desserts! It's quick - [Pork Kabobs with Pineapple and Fire Roasted Tomato](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pork-kabobs-with-pineapple-and-fire-roasted-tomato/) - This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Weave Made Media®, Smithfield®, but all my opinions are my own. #weavemade #SummerSizzling http://my-disclosur.es/RgFrEH Grilling is one of our favorite ways to cook, especially in the summer. Usually, it's chicken or burgers and an assortment of spices but a few weekends ago we - [The Evolution of a Blog](https://otasteandseeblog.com/the-evolution-of-a-blog/) - Today I'm sharing the evolution of a blog.... specifically THIS blog. Whether you're a long time, faithful reader or this is your first time here, I hope you'll indulge me while I reflect back over the last 4 years, maybe give a little insight on the lack of posts over the last year, and the - [Best Snickerdoodles...EVER](https://otasteandseeblog.com/best-snickerdoodles-ever/) - My daughter has become somewhat "famous" for her Snickerdoodles, so we've dubbed them "Best Snickerdoodles....EVER" and so have many of the people she's made them for. If you love the perfectly soft, chewy, cinnamon deliciousness of Snickerdoodles, you'll LOVE this recipe! Lots of people have asked for the recipe, but first a few things we've - [Celebrating a Birthday Part 2 - Snicker Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/snicker-cake/) - As my husband was preparing to leave for work Friday morning, which was his birthday, and we were all saying good-bye, someone asked, "Hey, what kind of birthday cake are you having?" A perfectly reasonable question to ask a person on their birthday, unless their wife forgot about the cake! We were going out - [Vanilla Brownie-Ripple Pound Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/vanilla-brownie-ripple-pound-cake/) - This Vanilla Brownie-Ripple Pound Cake has been adapted from an amazing recipe I found in my most "favoritest" magazine....Southern Living! Julia Child once said: "A party without cake is just a meeting" I'm - [Snow Day Snacking with Pringles](https://otasteandseeblog.com/snow-day-snacking-with-pringles/) - This post was written by me on behalf of Pringles®. All opinions are my own. This weather! Believe it or not, we had snow again this week...this time 3 inches! We already had our snow day this year. I guess Phil the Groundhog was right, six more weeks of winter, or at least another few - [Real Magic Coca Cola Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/real-magic-coca-cola-cake/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser.. That in no way changes my love for Coca-Cola or the opinions expressed here. I've never really felt like a good "gift-giver". I struggle finding the perfect gift and usually end up making a last minute decision that I'm not always happy with. - [Breakfast with Special K® Red Berries](https://otasteandseeblog.com/breakfast-with-special-k-red-berries/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Special K® Red Berries but as always, I only promote the things we use and enjoy. Of course, all opinions are my own. It's been a couple of weeks since I've done a "gym" update. (For those who may be new, our family joined - [Mad Hatter Tea Party](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mad-hatter-tea-party/) - I gladly write this sponsored post on behalf of the Mad Hatter Tea Party Event hosted by Methodist Richardson Medical Center in order help them promote the importance of 3D mammography Last week I was enjoying lunch with my parents at a local restaurant when a couple sat down at a table nearby. The lady - [Family Movie Night with Papa John's](https://otasteandseeblog.com/family-movie-night-with-papa-johns/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Papa John's. Papa John's provided the pizza featured in this conversation to me free-of-charge. The opinions and text are all mine. As a food blogger (and mom) I spend a lot of time cooking. I usually don't mind but there's some days we just - [Mamma Chia Review and Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mamma-chia-review-and-giveaway/) - *This review and giveaway was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Mamma Chia. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine. Mamma Chia Organic Vitality Beverages Anyone who knows me or has read very many of the recipes here probably realizes I'm not a very "healthy" eater. Don't get me wrong, I'm - [Cucumber Tomato Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cucumber-tomato-salad/) - There's nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day than vegetables fresh from the garden! A few days ago, our breakfast conversation turned to the subject of vegetable gardens. My husband and I were explaining to our children that our grandparents ALWAYS had a large garden. They lived in the country so they had room - [Wonder Woman Moments](https://otasteandseeblog.com/wonder-woman-moments/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods and SheSpeaks. All opinions are entirely my own. WONDER WOMAN and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. The much anticipated Wonder Woman Movie opened June 2, and it got me thinking about Wonder Woman Moments. - [Southern Fried Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/southern-fried-chicken/) - I've mentioned before, I grew up in the South...the Deep South, where they drink Sweet Tea and eat Southern Fried Chicken! As a child I spent lots of time with my grandparents. Like most people of that generation they were very active and enjoyed doing a wide variety of things. A favorite weekend activity - [Bishop Arts District](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bishop-arts-district/) - Recently, some new friends invited my daughter and I to join them for a visit to the Bishop Arts District. It was such a quaint area I just had to add it to the things that are a "must see" around DFW. The Bishop Arts District is basically one street (Bishop Street...hence, the name) located - [25 Must Have Biscuit Recipes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/biscuit-recipes/) - Welcome to National Biscuit Month...aka September! We're celebrating with 25 Must Have Biscuit Recipes! Summer's over, everyone's back in school and into the school-year routine. While I love a routine, I'm always a little sad when we have to get back to the more structured months. To ease back into the routine of things, all - [Asiago Garlic Fingerling Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/asiago-garlic-fingerling-potatoes/) - I've seen Fingerling Potatoes around for a while now but had never tried them, mainly because they are expensive. At Aldi, I usually buy a ten pound bag of regular potatoes for about $1.69. At other grocery stores Fingerling Potatoes sell for over $3 for a one and a half pound bag. It just - [DIY Freezer Lunch Hacks with GIVEAWAY!](https://otasteandseeblog.com/diy-freezer-lunch-hacks/) - This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Rubbermaid®. All opinions are my own. Today I'm sharing some DIY Freezer Lunch Hacks with GIVEAWAY! You'll love the 10-piece Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE food storage containers! Summer is here and we are ready for a little "down" time! Well, all of us except my daughter. In a few days she will - [National Buttermilk Biscuit Day](https://otasteandseeblog.com/national-buttermilk-biscuit-day/) - Guess what today is? National Buttermilk Biscuit Day! Clearly, invented by a Southerner. If you need a good recipe, I just happen to have one. Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits, best made with White Lily Self-Rising flour, of course. Biscuits and Gravy Ham Biscuits made with our left over Easter ham! How will you celebrate? This post - [A Taste of Texas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/a-taste-of-texas/) - The products for A Taste of Texas were provided by Ozarka Natural Spring Water, which does not change the fact that these are some of the best tasting products from Texas. All opinions are my own. This week I'm sharing some of the wonderful things that make my hometown of Ft Worth unique, like yesterday's - [Time Saving Tuesday Easy Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-waffle-ice-cream-sandwiches/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EggoWaffleBar #CollectiveBias For today's Time Saving Tuesday I'm excited to share TWO of may favorite things! A Quick & Easy Recipe and FREE FOOD!!!!! Yes, that's right!!! Easy Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches are wonderful and you can try - [Pedestrian Safety Tips for Kids](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pedestrian-safety-tips-for-kids/) - This post was written on behalf of Methodist Richardson Medical Center. As always, all opinions are my own. One thing of the many things I love about living in Texas is the BEAUTIFUL sunsets! This time of year they begin to come a little earlier each day. This is also the time of year when - [Special Memories with Special Friends](https://otasteandseeblog.com/special-memories-with-special-friends/) - Special Thanks to Hasbro for providing us with the Game of Life game and sponsoring this post. This is a picture of our vacation last year. We went to Florida to visit some very dear friends we hadn't seen in six years. We used to visit them at least once a year, then we moved - [Texas Chili Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-chili-salad/) - ® Thanks, Wolf® Brand Chili for sponsoring this delicious, quick and easy meal and post. Our family loved it! We aren't native Texans, but we got here as quick as we could, and that was almost nine years ago. One of the things I was most excited about when we moved here was the - [Waffle Maker for Christmas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/waffle-maker-for-christmas/) - It's time to pack up the Christmas decorations, store them away and enjoy the gifts we received under the tree. What was your favorite gift? We all got something we really wanted but our son's was possible the best. What he really wanted to see under the tree was...... A Waffle Maker! Isn't that - [Italian Nachos](https://otasteandseeblog.com/italian-nachos/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertisers. All opinions are mine alone. #PepItUp #CollectiveBias I told you we had snow last week AND the week before. Now, I'm ready for spring! You know, temps in the 70's, warm breeze blowing, and the Blue Bonnets blooming. I've enjoyed the "soup - [Time Saving Muffin Tin Quiche](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-muffin-tin-quiche/) - This post was originally shared at The Best Blog Recipes Gallery. Time Saving Tuesday....a day late. Quiche makes a great breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, but my recipe takes an hour to bake. I adapted this Time Saving Muffin Tin Quiche from my original Bacon Swiss Quiche recipe for a quick and easy version. - [Pear Spinach Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pear-spinach-salad-2/) - Summer is officially here…kids are out of school, vacations are anticipated and the temperatures are rising. The one thing most people DON’T want to do this time of year is spend time in a hot kitchen. Grilling outside is a great way to avoid the heat of the kitchen but what about side dishes? Our - [Muffin Tin Quiche](https://otasteandseeblog.com/muffin-tin-quiche/) - Today I'm happy to be sharing over at The Best Blog Recipes Gallery. This recipe is an adaptation of my original Bacon Swiss Quiche. It makes about sixteen individual "muffins" and bakes in about 15-20 minutes. A great quick and easy recipe for breakfast, brunch or snack. Having the Bacon Bits prepared ahead makes - [Chocolate Dipped Meringue Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-dipped-meringue-cookies/) - I love "seasonal" and holiday foods! You know, chili on a cold Winter evening, hamburgers from the grill on a Summer afternoon, a cup of hot apple cider on a crisp Fall morning, and these Springtime Chocolate Dipped Meringue Cookies. They are light and airy with a delicate texture, just like a gentle Spring breeze. - [Strawberry Banana Cream Puffs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/strawberry-banana-cream-puffs/) - Strawberry-Banana Cream Puffs....Yea for spring and more fresh fruit! Once upon a time, many years ago, I was a high school home-ec teacher. I taught tenth grade girls cooking and attempted to teach sewing. We all enjoyed the cooking very much. Most everything we made turned out well and there's nothing more exciting for budding - [Tortellini Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tortellini-soup/) - I'd like to introduce you to my new favorite soup! It's finally gotten cold here and when it gets cold I love to make soup. This tortellini soup is new to our family. It was served to us by our friends at our Wednesday night "nutrition video dinner". Let me just tell you...it - [Feeding the Men on Girl's Night Out](https://otasteandseeblog.com/feeding-the-men-on-girls-night-out/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FlavorYourSummer #CollectiveBias Although I am a food blogger and I do love to cook, I enjoy eating out as well. Sometimes it's with our whole family and sometimes just my husband and I. Occasionally, I have the opportunity - [Southern Fried Apples](https://otasteandseeblog.com/southern-fried-apples/) - I'd like to start by saying, I'm not really sure why they are called "fried" apples. They're not actually fried. They are cooked on top of the stove in a skillet or pot without any oil. If you've ever been to Cracker Barrel you may be familiar with Fried Apples. Cracker Barrel serves them - [Mother's Day Gift Guide](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mothers-day-gift-guide/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SkinnyCowMoments #CollectiveBias It's Mother's Day, the day we set aside to celebrate "something" everyone has.....a Mom. Today I'm going to share with you a Mother's Day Gift Guide. You may be thinking it's too late! Don't worry...it's NOT - [Apple Cider Pancakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/apple-cider-pancakes/) - My daughter was given a small bottle of pure Maple syrup by her friend, Allison, who visited Vermont. She didn't want to use it on just any old "ordinary" pancakes. Allison also loves to cook and has some really great ideas, so my daughter asked if she had an especially good recipe for pancakes. She - [Easy Tex-Mex Bake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-tex-mex-bake/) - This post was written on behalf of Minute® Rice. All opinions are my own. Oh my, I realized I haven't posted anything Tex-Mex in weeks! YIKES! Well, it's not because we haven't been eating any, that's for sure. If you've read very many of the recipes here you know I LOVE Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. - [Homemade Ham and Cheese Pocket Sandwiches](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-ham-and-cheese-pocket-sandwiches/) - Thanks Smithfiled Anytime Favorites for allowing me to be a Smithfield Hambassador and for sponsoring this delicious dish. All opinions are my own. We all know convenience foods are just that....convenient. But, they can also be a little pricey and often contain extra fat and calories. Do I buy them anyway? Occasionally, but not nearly - [Easy Feta Dip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-feta-dip/) - This post was written on behalf of Viva® Vantage®. As always, all opinions are my own. Last week I had the opportunity to attend an event sponsored by Viva® Vantage® paper towels. At this event we learned about great new uses for Viva® Vantage® and even got to try some of them. I tend to be - [Big Game Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce #PreparetoParty](https://otasteandseeblog.com/big-game-garlic-butter-dipping-sauce-preparetoparty/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PrepareToParty #CollectiveBias Everyone knows what this Sunday is....Big Game Day! Literally, millions of families and friends will be sitting around the TV, eating snacks and cheering for their favorite team....and we will be one of them. Sitting around - [Blueberry Buckle](https://otasteandseeblog.com/blueberry-buckle-2/) - It's been a long winter for many of you but hopefully, spring is just around the corner. Even here in Texas we've had our share of cold weather. Spring means warmer weather, beautiful flowers, getting outside and fresh fruit at the grocery store! Our family looks forward to this all winter...especially the Blueberries. I've heard - [Easy Chalkboard Signs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chalkboard-signs/) - This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Sharpie Paint Marker, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #SharpiePaintCreate http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV” It's exactly 2 months till THE BIG DAY! AKA, my daughter's wedding day. She's our first child to get married and I haven't planned a wedding - [Making Leftover Night Special with EDWARDS® Pies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-summer-dessert-with-edwards-pies/) - This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and EDWARDS®, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #EdwardsPies http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV My son and I had our first official "Texas Summer" moment last week. It's that moment when you comment to each other how "nice" and "not so hot" - [Easy Game Night Snacks](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-game-night-snacks/) - This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and TONY’S® Pizza, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #BigPizzeriaTaste http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV” Our girls have always enjoyed having friends over. When they were little it was afternoon "play dates". When they got a little older it was birthday party - [Lettuce Wraps](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lettuce-wraps/) - Happy New Year! Can I still say that on January 6? It's the beginning of a new year and along with that comes New Year's Resolutions. What is the number one thing people "resolve" to do every new year? Lose weight or eat more healthy. It's a natural response to all the wonderful "holiday" eating - [Chicken Parmesan](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-parmesan/) - Have you even had one of those days when dinner time is "rolling" around and even though maybe you have some meat thawed, you are just tired of doing the "same ol' thing" with it? Well, that's where I was when I came up with this Chicken Parmesan recipe. Now, I'm not claiming to have - [Super Sunday Sync #66](https://otasteandseeblog.com/su/) - Welcome to Super Sunday Sync #66! This week I'm very excited to be co-hosting Super Sunday Sync! It's wonderful to be included with the other great bloggers and hosts that link up here every week. I hope you all are having a wonderful weekend. Merry Christmas and enjoy the hop! Thank you for joining - [Texas Traditions and Awesome Sauces](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-traditions-and-awesome-saucess/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are entirely my own. How about some Texas Traditions and Awesome Sauces, dipping sauces that is. Last fall we celebrated our 11th year as Texans. Now, as you probably know (if you've ever met anyone from Texas) we're proud - [Caramel Pecan Spice Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/caramel-pecan-spice-cake/) - Fall is the perfect season for baking, although now that my daughters are older, they do most of the baking around here. This Caramel Pecan Spice Cake was made from "scratch" by my oldest daughter. When I was her age, I loved to bake, but never dreamed of making a "scratch" cake. I was very - [Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Olive Oil](https://otasteandseeblog.com/shrimp-scampi-pasta-with-olive-oil/) - *Pompeian Olive Oil and compensation were provided for this post but it's a great recipe and I love EVOO! August is National Olive Oil Month! As you may know, I LOVE celebrating the "National Food" Days so I was thrilled when Pompeian, the number one selling Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the U S, asked - [Light Monte Cristo Sandwich](https://otasteandseeblog.com/light-monte-cristo-sandwich/) - This post was written by me an behalf of Sara Lee®. This is still a good recipe and all opinions are my own. We're coming up on that time of year again....New Year's Resolution time. Of course, what's the number one resolution...Loose Weight! It's also one of the most broken resolutions. I know, I've done - [Strawberry Spinach Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/strawberry-spinach-salad/) - Nothing says "Spring" like Strawberry Spinach Salad I know it's not "officially" spring yet, and some of you are still covered with snow and getting more, so warmer weather may seem a LONG way off. We've had a "hard" winter here in Texas, too...but since it's been nothing compared to many other places, I'm not - [Banana Bread Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/banana-bread-cookies/) - Recently, my daughters and I made cookies for some friends. We wanted something "different", maybe even a little unique. As we were trying to decide what type of cookies to make, we ran across this recipe in Martha Stewart's Cookies (the same one that the Chocolate Crackle Cookies came from). I was reading over the - [Time to Get Cooking with Chef'd and $25 GIVEAWAY](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-to-get-cooking-with-chefd-and-25-giveaway/) - This post has been sponsored by Chef'd. As always, ALL opinions are my own. Ok, show of hands.....who loves cooking but doesn't enjoy the time it takes to plan meals and go to the grocery store? What if you could find a gourmet meal, click a button and have EVERYTHING you need to prepare that - [The Gift of Technology from ANKER](https://otasteandseeblog.com/the-gift-of-technology-from-anker/) - This Gift of Technology from ANKER has been sponsored by my friends at the Women Bloggers and ANKER. As always, all opinions are my own. In the summer our daughter attended a two-week conference at Summit Ministries, located at the base of Pike's Peak in beautiful Manitou Springs, Colorado. She had a wonderful time white - [Social Media Sunday](https://otasteandseeblog.com/social-media-sunday/) - Hi! And Welcome To Social Media Sunday! I've enjoyed participating in Social Media Sundays for a while now and am very excited to be co-hosting this week. It's that time again friends! Time for another Social Media Sunday! - [Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker](https://otasteandseeblog.com/moscow-ballets-great-russian-nutcracker-2/) - This post was written by me on behalf of U S Family Guide and the Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker. All opinions are my own. When I was about 18 I decide to ask for something different for my birthday....tickets to the Nutcracker Ballet. I'd never been to a ballet before and since my birthday - [Asiago Herb Cheese Crisps](https://otasteandseeblog.com/asiago-herb-cheese-crisps/) - Asiago Herb Cheese Crisps make holiday planning easy....AND Stella Cheeses is giving away a trip to Napa Valley, California! Scroll down to enter! With Thanksgiving over and all the turkey leftovers gone, we're officially, full-on into the Christmas season! It's my favorite time of year! I love the festive atmosphere, the beautiful decorations, Christmas - [Cream Puffs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cream-puffs/) - Don't you just love those mini cream puffs and chocolate eclairs from the frozen food section of the grocery store? I do! I often keep them on hand for an "emergency" dessert. You know, when you are having people over on short notice and don't have time or the ingredients to make dessert. I - [Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-pumpkin-bread/) - We've got the windows open, a nice breeze is blowin' and we're bakin' up some yummy Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread! It's FINALLY made its way to Texas! What, you ask? FALL!!!! No, we don't have any lovely fall foliage, no local apple orchard to visit for hot cider. Our idea of a "pumpkin patch" - [Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker](https://otasteandseeblog.com/moscow-ballets-great-russian-nutcracker/) - This post was written by me on behalf of US Family Guide and the Moscow Ballet. I will attend a performance in exchange for this post. As always, all opinions are my own and I LOVE the Nutcracker Ballet! Tickets are on sale now for Moscow Ballet’s celebrated Great Russian Nutcracker on most cities on - [Symphony Series #1](https://otasteandseeblog.com/symphony-1/) - My favorite DFW cultural venue...Bass Hall My husband and I have tried to cultivate in ourselves and our children a love and appreciation for good music and art. We are blessed to live in an area rich in "cultural" events. A wide variety of museums, plays, symphonies and traveling exhibits are within minutes of our - [Fudge Ripple Layer Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/fudge-ripple-layer-cake/) - This cake is a great example of the old saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words" I have a TON of cookbooks! I love them but I will admit, I'm not usually inspired to make a recipe unless it has a picture with it. If the picture catches my eye and looks like something - [Granola Breakfast Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/granola-breakfast-cookies/) - Special thanks to ZonePerfect for providing us with product and sponsoring this post. As always, another delicious recipe has been included and all opinions are my own. Today I'm sharing our new favorite ways to eat right on the go with Granola Breakfast Cookies and ZonePerfect protein bars. This recipe for Granola Breakfast Cookies comes from my daughter. - [Time Saving Tuesday - Garlic Parmesan Party Pretzels](https://otasteandseeblog.com/garlic-parmesan-party-pretzels/) - Today's Time Saving Tuesday Garlic Parmesan Pretzels recipe is an easy, delicious, inexpensive snack that's great any time. Football season is here and with that comes party snacks! These Garlic Parmesan Party Pretzels are perfect.....even if you don't like football. Four ingredients and three minutes in the microwave and you've got a great low-cal - [Praline Granola Snack Mix](https://otasteandseeblog.com/praline-granola-snack-mix/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Quaker. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #LoveMyCereal #QuakerUp This week we've been busy, busy, busy in the kitchen! We like to take the opportunity to show our love and appreciation for neighbors and friends by giving them a little Christmas gift. One of - [Sea Life Aquarium - Grapevine, TX](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sea-life-aquarium/) - *I will receive tickets to Sea Life Aquarium for writing this post Aquariums are so much fun! Children and adults of all ages love watching amazing underwater creatures. Seeing them right in the ocean is the best but what if you live hundreds of miles from an ocean like my family? Sea Life Aquarium has - [LEGOLAND Discovery Center Grapevine, TX](https://otasteandseeblog.com/legoland-discovery-center-grapevine-tx/) - *I will receive free tickets to LEGOLAND in exchange for writing this post Children LOVE LEGO! LEGO has been around for years! I remember them when I was young, so that must mean they've been around a long time...or at least that's what my children think. LEGO'S have come a LONG way since then....from a - [Sea Life Aquarium Grapevine, TX](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sea-life-aquarium-grapevine-tx/) - *This is a sponsored post written on behave of Sea Life Aquarium but all opinions are my own First, let me apologize for the pictures which were taken from my phone, which doesn't have flash and people kept closing their eyes just as I took the picture...sorry. A few weeks ago I told you - [OREO Cookie Ball Place Card Holder](https://otasteandseeblog.com/oreo-cookie-ball-place-card-holder/) - This #OREOCookieBalls shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone I'm SUPER excited to share these #OREOCookieBalls with you! I first had Cookie Balls several years ago when a neighbor gave us a tin of Christmas goodies. I was amazed to find out they were made from OREO - [Share a Coke with a Grad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/share-a-coke-with-a-grad/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareSmiles #CollectiveBias It's that time of year....Graduation! In fact, we celebrated our daughter's graduation last weekend, but more on that here. Graduation is the biggest event in a young person's life, at least to that point. It usually - [Edible Flower Ice Cubes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/edible-flower-ice-cubes/) - Today's Edible Flower Ice Cubes "recipe" is an easy way to add beauty and color to your table. Our church has an annual Mother/Daughter event on the Saturday of Mother's Day weekend. Because we don't have our own church building I'm always searching for a place to have our event, which is often tough even - [Time Saving Tuesday: Starting the School Year Right with Healthy Choice](https://otasteandseeblog.com/starting-the-school-year-right-with-healthy-choice/) - Special thanks to Healthy Choice for starting our school year right and sponsoring this Time Saving Tuesday. As always, all opinions are my own. I am starting to plan for back to school and for this Time Saving Tuesday I'm sharing lunch ideas. Schools here started this week and I'm sure most of you are - [Make Ahead Bacon Bites](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-bites/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are entirely my own. Today's recipe for Bacon Bites is an easy make ahead meal, perfect as an appetizer, snack, or brunch add-on. BACON!!! I LOVE bacon! I grew up eating bacon, literally E-V-E-R-Y day. So, I was thrilled - [Deliciously Diabetic German Chocolate Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/deliciously-diabetic-german-chocolate-cake/) - Although not a low-calorie dessert, this Deliciously Diabetic German Chocolate Cake is a very tasty sugar-free option for those who need to be watch their sugar intake. Last week we celebrated my dad's 74th birthday! We asked him what he'd likfor his birthday and he requested 2 things.... Lunch at Cracker Barrel German Chocolate - [Summer Recap](https://otasteandseeblog.com/summer-recap/) - It's been a busy, busy summer and I've been a bit MIA. Life just got in the way and there was no time to cook new things, photograph or write. So, I wanted to share a Summer Recap to give you an idea of what we've been doing recently. And because our photographer shared some - [No Bake Snickers Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/no-bake-snickers-pie/) - Need a cool, refreshing, easy end of the Summer dessert? No Bake Snicker Pie! It's perfect and just happens to include my favorite candy bar! It can be whipped up at the last minute and only needs about an hour in the refrigerator before serving. What's not to love about that? Here's the Recipe: - [Tamale Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tamale-pie-and-giveaway/) - Time Saving Tuesday is back....finally! Let's start with a little riddle..... What combines the official Texas state food with one of the best Deep South foods? Give up? Ok, I'll give you a hint...it's the recipe for this post. Tamale Pie! If you've never heard of Tamale Pie, it's chili (the official state food of - [White Chocolate Berry Lasagna](https://otasteandseeblog.com/white-chocolate-berry-lasagna/) - This post was inspired by this awesome personalized lasagna pan from Personal Creations. As always, the recipe and opinions are all my own. Anyone know what day it is.... BESIDES the day before my daughter's wedding? It's National Lasagna Day! You know how much I love a good "National Food Day".... so today I'm sharing - [Old Fashion Lemon Bars](https://otasteandseeblog.com/old-fashion-lemon-bars/) - Old Fashion Lemon Bars are a summertime Southern favorite. In fact, this recipe came from one of my Paula Dean cookbooks....it doesn't get much more Southern than that. I've had Lemon Bars many times in my life but one particular occasion stands out in my mind. After our first child was born ladies from our - [Pecan Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pecan-pie/) - Pecan Pie - A Southern Thanksgiving Tradition Pecan Pie brings back wonderful memories for me. The most wonderful being memories of my grandmother. She was a wonderful woman who had much influence in my life, including passing along to me her love of cooking. I spent much of my childhood in her kitchen.. That's - [Tips for Successful Family Dinners](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tips-for-successful-family-dinners/) - I am pleased to partner with Ore-Ida Bold & Crispy Fries #FindYourBOLD in their effort to encourage family dinner time. Although a sponsored post, this is a way of life for our family. One of my goals in starting O Taste and See Blog was to encourage and equip families to take time each - [Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich + GIVEAWAY](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pepperoni-pizza-grilled-cheese-sandwich-giveaway/) - Special THANKS to Oroweat® Bread for providing coupons for product (which I LOVE) and gift card to make this yummy sandwich possible. As always, recipe and opinions are all my own. My son is "famous" around our house for his grilled cheese sandwich. He could (and often does) eat them everyday for lunch. I taught him - [Mexican Fiesta, Texas Black Bean Nachos and $150 GIVEAWAY](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-black-bean-nachos/) - Thanks to The Women Bloggers and BUSH’S Cocina Latina® Beans for sponsoring this #TacoTuesday Mexican Fiesta, delicious recipe and giveaway. Also, for allowing me to do one of the things I love most in life.... share Mexican food with my friends! As always, all opinions are my own. I've been looking forward to sharing this post with - [Easy DIY Bridesmaids' Bouquet](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-diy-bridesmaids-bouquet/) - This Easy DIY Bridesmaids’ Bouquet is sponsored by my friends at FiftyFlowers.com. I highly recommend them as the best way to save money when planning a wedding or other event. All opinions are my own. Hi! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend celebrating Independence Day with family and friends. If you’re one of - [Maple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/maple-pecan-cinnamon-rolls-2/) - Today I'm guest posting for Dina at Buttercream Bakehouse. She is an amazing baker and photographer. Right now she is writing her first cookbook and I'm thrilled to be able to help her out by guest posting for her. I hope you'll stop by and check out these really yummy Maple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls but - [Top 10 Anti-Aging Skin Care Tips & Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/anti-aging-skin-care-tips/) - This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Megaphone Influence and #Soapbox on behalf of their client Jouviance. While I was compensated for this post, all thoughts and opinions are my own. #BonjourJouviance When I was younger I never gave my skin a second thought. As I grew older and (hopefully) wiser, I - [Chocolate Covered Strawberry Protein Shake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-covered-strawberry-protein-shake/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerInProtein #CollectiveBias It's going on six weeks now since we joined the gym. Our workouts are still going strong and everyone is still enjoying them. When we joined, our membership came with a couple of "perks". First, we - [DIY Rose Bridal Bouquet](https://otasteandseeblog.com/diy-rose-bridal-bouquet/) - Special thanks to FiftyFlowers.com for providing the flowers for this post and for our upcoming wedding! Today, I'm super excited to share with you our DIY Bridal Bouquet! Now, as you know, I'm primarily a food blogger....which means, I know food. I enjoy doing other things, like crafts, but honestly, I'm always a little surprised - [Airing My Dirty Laundry](https://otasteandseeblog.com/airing-my-dirty-laundry/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TotalBleachControl #CollectiveBias You probably know by now I’m not one to air my dirty laundry online, but today, I am! Literally, I’m airing my dirty laundry….as in the clothes we’ve worn this week that are piling up - [Italian Soda](https://otasteandseeblog.com/italian-soda/) - Refreshing on a Hot Summer Day! We live in Texas and it gets HOT here! That's why we love these Italian Sodas. We first had them at a well know Italian restaurant we like to visit. They seemed easy enough to make, so I tried them at home. We loved them. I have been - [Saving Money with Fifty Flowers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/saving-money-with-fifty-flowers/) - Special thanks to FiftyFlowers.com for providing me with the flowers for this post and for our upcoming wedding! This week I'm sharing wedding planning and projects. Today, I want to share with you how we're saving money with my new friends over at FiftyFlowers.com. They are also offering my readers a 10% discount on all - [Breakfast Burritos](https://otasteandseeblog.com/breakfast-burritos/) - Today's Time Saving Tuesday is a quick and easy breakfast recipe....Breakfast Burritos! I had never eaten Breakfast Burritos until we moved to Texas, but here they'll eat anything wrapped in a tortilla! These make a great alternative to plain bacon and eggs, they're super easy and very filling. It uses simple ingredients we always have - [Monster Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/monster-cookies/) - So, these happened at our house last week...and AGAIN this week! Go ahead and be jealous, then run to the kitchen and make yourself a batch of these Monster Cookies. I'm not really sure why they are called "Monster Cookies". I think a more appropriate name would be "Everything but the Kitchen Sink" Cookies - [Tres Leches Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tres-leches/) - As promised, today is the day I'm sharing the awesome recipe for the Tres Leches Cake we had at our Taco Tuesday Mexican Fiesta! In case you aren't familiar, Tres Leches Cake is a popular Central and South American dessert. The cake is typically a sponge cake, soaked in three milks... evaporated, condensed and heavy - [Thai Basil Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/thai-basil-chicken/) - My husband and I recently visited our favorite "specialty" grocery store. It was an impromptu "date" after visiting a friend in the hospital. (We've been married a long time) Wandering through the produce section I noticed they had fresh Thai Basil and Lemongrass. In my mind I was immediately taken back to Bangkok Wok, a - [PogoPass for Summer Fun](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pogopass/) - This post contains affiliate links Summer's almost here, school will be out, and the weather will be nice. I don't know about your family but when our children were younger it didn't take long before they got bored and were looking for something to do. PogoPass may be just what you're looking for! Each - [Rosemary Garlic Pork Roast](https://otasteandseeblog.com/rosemary-garlic-pork-roast/) - Rosemary Garlic Pork Roast....it's what's for dinner! No, Seriously, I just put this in the crock pot for dinner tonight. About the Recipe: This recipe can be done in the oven or crock pot. I used fresh rosemary but dried works, too. Other spices such as Italian seasoning or thyme could be substituted for rosemary - [Classic 70's Recipe for Watergate Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/watergate-salad/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #SongsToShare #CollectiveBias Today, it's a Blast from the Past! Iconic sounds, tastes and memories from the 70's with a "vintage" recipe for Watergate Salad. I was looking through the Share a Coke and a Song display - [Edamame Coleslaw with 5 Minute Asian Dressing](https://otasteandseeblog.com/edamame-coleslaw-with-5-minute-asian-dressing/) - This post is sponsored by Soyfoods Association of North America in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own. You all know how I love a good "National Food Day". Did you know April is National Soyfoods Month? As it turns out I have a favorite - [Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cheesecake-stuffed-strawberries/) - One of my favorite things about spring is the fresh fruit... specifically strawberries! Last spring/summer I saw these Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries on Pinterest and couldn't wait to make them. Our Valentine's Afternoon Tea was the perfect occasion. Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are that wonderful combination of beauty, taste and ease! They look like one of those - [Mexican Chocolate Sauce](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mexican-chocolate-sauce/) - Another recipe I got from The Cake Boss to go along with the Churros was this really decadent Mexican Chocolate Sauce. When we made the Churros a couple of weeks ago, I knew they wouldn't be complete without the Mexican Chocolate Sauce that goes with them. I thought I had some frozen from the last - [Authentic Mexican Rice](https://otasteandseeblog.com/authentic-mexican-rice/) - For a LONG time I've been a lover of all foods Mexican....except rice. It wasn't until we went to Mexico and had real Mexican rice that I began to like it. The packages we get here just aren't the same. My husband found this recipe online and thought "I" might like it...as it turns out - [Homemade Salsa](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-salsa/) - Homemade Chips deserve Homemade Salsa If you ask my family (or most of my friends) what my favorite food is, they would say, "Anything Mexican". Which is QUITE true...I do LOVE all foods Mexican! I make Mexican food at home frequently, if I am choosing a restaurant, I usually name some place Mexican. My idea - [Extreme Couponing with Groupon Coupons](https://otasteandseeblog.com/extreme-couponing-with-groupon-coupons/) - This is a sponsored post written on behalf of Groupon Coupons. I am a huge fan of Groupon and all opinions are my own! Once upon a time I was a (paper) coupon clipper. In fact, I aspired to be an "extreme couponer".... dreaming of the day I would stand in the grocery checkout - [Italian Beef Stew](https://otasteandseeblog.com/italian-beef-stew/) - . Wanting to get a little more practice, my daughter has been cooking about once a week. I enjoy cooking our old favorites (which sometimes makes me feel like I'm in a rut) but she enjoys finding new things for us to try. That's how we ended up having Italian Beef Stew. It looked - [Easy Fix For Dry Pound Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-fix-for-dry-pound-cake/) - Looking for an Easy Fix for Dry Pound Cake? You've come to the right place! Remember this Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake from last week? Looked beautiful, pictures came out nice, all good, right? Well, I have a confession....it did look nice and had a wonderful lemony taste but.....it was DRY. Just to be clear...this - [Pepperoni Baked Spaghetti](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pepperoni-baked-spaghetti/) - We love this time of year! The holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas) are coming and we celebrate with family traditions. One of our "oldest" traditions is picking out the perfect Christmas tree. It began when our children were small (our son wasn't even born yet) and we lived in Pennsylvania. Shortly after Thanksgiving, we set - [Baked Ziti](https://otasteandseeblog.com/baked-ziti/) - This is a CRAZY busy week! I mean more CRAZY and BUSY than usual, but it's a good thing. See, we're getting ready to go on vacation! We haven't been away on a real, go-out-of-state, do-something-exciting, spend-time-with-people-we-haven't-seen-in-a-long-time, do-something-the-kids-will-remember, vacation in more years than I want to admit. So along with all our normal activities, we - [Boston Cream Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/boston-cream-pie-2/) - Boston Cream Pie is my absolute favorite "pie"....probably because it's not really a pie, it's cake! And I prefer Cake over Pie. Why do they call it "pie"? I have no idea. I'm sure Google has all the background and information you would every want to know about the history of Boston Cream Pie. I - [Shrimp Scampi](https://otasteandseeblog.com/shrimp-scampi/) - Did you know April 29th is NATIONAL SHRIMP SCAMPI DAY? A few weeks ago I noticed several bloggers posting grilled cheese sandwiches and declaring it was "National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day". Really? So, naturally I decided to "google" it. Sure enough, it was National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day...but I also learned EVERY DAY has a - [Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies/) - Hey! Do you know what day it is? National Oatmeal Cookie Day! What better way to honor the day than with my favorite Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe?! Traditionally, raisins go in oatmeal cookies but I much prefer chocolate chips. After all, everything's better with a little chocolate! You probably already have most (or - [How to Measure Flour](https://otasteandseeblog.com/how-to-measure-flour/) - I'm starting a new series called Cooking Basics. I firmly believe anyone can be a good cook, it just takes a little "know-how". One of the first things to know when cooking or baking is How to Measure Flour properly. It can make or break a recipe. You want to start with the - [Etiquette Tips for Afternoon Tea](https://otasteandseeblog.com/etiquette-tips-for-afternoon-tea/) - Recently, the girls and I hosted a Valentine's Day Afternoon Tea. I shared with you last week how we planned it. Today I'm sharing the history and proper etiquette for an Afternoon Tea. Although tea houses can be found here in the U S, "taking tea" is traditionally British. Sometimes, when one culture adopts a - [Food Blogger Cookie Swap](https://otasteandseeblog.com/food-blogger-cookie-swap/) - Yesterday I signed up for the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap I saw this yesterday on Facebook and was immediately drawn to it. Cookie swaps are so much fun and this one is by mail. I was telling my "cookie loving" daughter about it and she got as excited as I was. Three dozen - [March Monthly Menu](https://otasteandseeblog.com/march-monthly-menu/) - Can you believe it's March already? The last two months have flown by! In the March Monthly Menu you'll find some "old favorites" like Enchiladas with Green Sauce for a fun St. Patrick's Day meal, as well as some new recipes that sound wonderful. I can't wait to make the Root Beer Battered Fish. As - [Bacon Spinach Swiss Frittata and Fitbit Flex Giveaway!](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-spinach-swiss-frittata/) - This post was sponsored by Milk Life on behalf of Influence Central. Today I'm sharing a great breakfast recipe.... Bacon Spinach Swiss Frittata. We've been exercising several times a week since early summer. After the holidays, we decided to be more conscious of what we're eating. One of the things we're trying to do - [Cinnamon Apple Turnovers #WarmUpYourDay](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinnamon-apple-turnovers/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WarmUpYourDay #CollectiveBias Time Saving Tuesday....an easy breakfast idea to #WarmUpYourDay! Getting up and eating breakfast together as a family is something we've done almost every weekday morning for many years. Some of us really enjoy breakfast and some - [Chocolate Crackle Cookies....The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap 2013](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-crackle-cookies/) - The long awaited day is finally here! Back in October, someone shared "The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap" button on Facebook. When I checked it out, it sounded like a great opportunity and lots of fun; after all, what's not to love about sending and receiving three dozen cookies in the mail? My middle daughter - [Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-buttermilk-biscuits/) - This week's first "tried and true" Southern favorite is....Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits! Learning to make biscuits was one of my cooking goals. I will be right up front....IT TAKES PRACTICE! I think everyone who makes or has attempted to make biscuits has had the "hockey puck" experience. You know the one...the biscuits would have a better - [Coffee Rubbed Steak](https://otasteandseeblog.com/coffee-rubbed-steak/) - At our house we LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to grill!! Now, by "we" what I really mean is my husband is the "grill master" so he does the outdoor grilling and the rest of us enjoy the eating part. He first started grilling a little over thirteen years ago when I was pregnant with our - [Classic Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting](https://otasteandseeblog.com/red-velvet-cake/) - This week includes the sweetest day of the year...... Valentine's Day! Around here, special days include special food and Valentine's Day means Red Velvet Cake. My oldest daughter has claimed it as her "signature" dessert and rightfully so, she does it very well. I acquired this recipe shortly after my husband and I - [Chocolate Mint Brownies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-mint-brownies/) - It's Time Saving Tuesday and St. Patrick's Day so I'm sharing a quick and easy way to make a pan of minty, sweet, deliciousness....Chocolate Mint Brownies! Brownies from a box...the quickest, easiest, best tasting dessert when you're in a hurry. Go ahead and admit it, you love them. Who doesn't? And why not? 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When you become a mom that's something - [Crock Pot Beef Stew and Calphalon Cutlery Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/crock-pot-beef-stew-and-calphalon-cutlery-giveaway/) - I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Calphalon. I received product samples and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. A couple of weeks ago I ran into my dad at the grocery store. (One of the wonderful things about having your parents close by) I helped him - [Sheet Pan Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sheet-pan-chicken/) - Recently I had to get a tire fixed on our truck. Knowing I'd have some "free" time while I waited and a nice quiet place, I took along my January copy of my good friend.... Southern Living Magazine. Y'all know how I LOVE Southern Living Magazine! I've been a faithful reader for years. I really - [Walking Taco Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/walking-taco-salad/) - "Walking" Taco Salad First, let me clarify....It's not REALLY taco salad....It's a Chip Dip! I may have mentioned this before, but my grandmother taught me how to cook. Because she loved to cook, her idea of hospitality was a BIG meal, usually involving a large portion of meat, several veggies, bread and often DESSERT! My - [Lilla Rose Valentine's Sale](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lilla-rose-valentines-sale/) - It’s a Lilla Rose Valentine’s Sale! I love these Lilla Rose Flexi Clips and I just wanted to let you all know about an upcoming sale! 10% Off Both Early-Release Flexis-of-the-Month! 10% Off Both Early-Release Bobbies-of-the-Month! PLUS: FREE* Vintage Heart You-Pin set on orders over $50! *While supplies last. Free item will be added - [Skillet Queso and The Ulitmate Chili Bar](https://otasteandseeblog.com/skillet-queso/) - Thank you Hormel® for sponsoring the Skillet Queso recipe and providing this coupon for my readers. Any football fans out there? Yes, No, sometimes? Well, even those who don't watch football on a regular basis know the "Big Game" is coming up and plan to watch..... even if it's just for the commercials. And, if - [Irish Potato Bread](https://otasteandseeblog.com/irish-potato-bread/) - Photo from Bunny's Warm Oven Today I'm featuring a fantastic savory Irish Potato Bread recipe that doesn't have yeast! This recipe comes from Bunny over at Bunny's Warm Oven. I saw her beautiful pictures in one of my social media feeds and knew I wanted to share it with you. It's quick and easy - [Homemade Caramel Popcorn](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-caramel-popcorn/) - Who remembers Cracker Jack, that yummy caramel coated popcorn and peanuts? I remember them being such a treat when I was a child. I loved the crunchy sweetness of the caramel, but who can forget the real reason we ate Cracker Jack? THE PRIZE! Today, I'm sharing an incredibly easy recipe for making your - [Epic Fails 2015](https://otasteandseeblog.com/epic-fails-2015/) - It's that time of year again! Last week I shared the Top 5 of 2015.... the most viewed posts of 2015. I guess you could call them "successes". Well, in keeping with tradition, I'm sharing my "Epic Fails 2015". These are recipes I attempted to make but somehow things just didn't work out. Sometimes it - [Top 5 of 2015](https://otasteandseeblog.com/top-5-of-2015-2/) - Happy New Year! The older I get, the faster the time seems to go by. 2015 has come and gone and it's time to take a look at what went well. Today, I'm counting down the 5 most viewed posts of 2015.... Top 5 of 2015: #5 - 10 Secrets to the Perfect Cake - [Peanut Butter Brownie Cups](https://otasteandseeblog.com/peanut-butter-brownie-cups/) - This Peanut Butter Brownie Cups recipe is for all you peanut butter lover's out there! And this coupon is for all you peanut butter lover's who like to save money! My daughters and I have been baking up a storm! It's one of our Christmas traditions. We have tried-and-true family favorites that we always make - [Upside Down Apple Pecan Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/upside-down-apple-pecan-pie/) - We have many traditions that are very important to our family. Some of these have come from my husband's side of the family, some from mine and some we've established on our own. Probably, my husband's most loved is our "pie" tradition. This one is relatively new for us as it started only after we - [Homemade Peppermint Bark](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-peppermint-bark/) - Anyone need a last minute yummy gift idea? Homemade Peppermint Bark is one of our favorite things to make and give...and of course, keep a little for ourselves. Peppermint Bark is a tasty and festive Christmas treat! However, it can be pretty expensive to buy. Thankfully, it's also one of the easiest to - [Easy Belgian Waffles](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-belgian-waffles/) - My twelve-year-old son got a waffle maker for Christmas, so of course, that meant we needed a Belgian Waffle recipe. After looking around a little, I realized many of these recipes call for yeast and require rising time. Now, twelve-year-old boys don't have a lot of patience when it comes to making waffles with their - [Jalapeno Cornbread](https://otasteandseeblog.com/jalapeno-cornbread-2/) - I’ve partnered with Price*s® to bring you this delicious snack idea, but all opinions are my own and today you get 2 recipes for the price of one! #PricesSouthernStyle We're in the full Christmas holiday swing! Parties, cookies, snacks, and spending extra time with family and friends...which is one reason we need cookies and snacks! - [AD: Restaurant.com New Mobile App](https://otasteandseeblog.com/restaurant-com/) - This is a promotional post written on behalf of Restaurant.com and USFamily Guide When I don't cook at home, we love trying new restaurants using Restaurant.com...Now, there's an app for that! AND a FREE $10 eGift Card! Find Flavor at your Fingertips with Restaurant.com's Mobile App! Receive a FREE $10 Restaurant.com eGift Card with Your - [Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-dip/) - We here at O Taste and See Blog like to live on the edge..... We eat raw cookie dough and we're not afraid to admit it! Yes, we lick the spoon, beaters and bowl when we bake. Almost as much cookie dough is eaten raw as baked. Someone in our family (who shall remain nameless) has - [Lilla Rose Flexi Clip Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lilla-rose-flexi-clip-giveaway/) - This is a sponsored post and giveaway written by me on behalf of Lilla Rose Independent Consultant Paula Ramm. I do love the Flex Clips and all opinions are my own I love this Christmas season! I've been busy cooking, baking and eating non-stop for weeks now. We've had folks over and been to a - [White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/white-chocolate-cranberry-cookies/) - Yesterday was NATIONAL COOKIE DAY and I missed it! Agh! How could this happen? Thankfully, my daughters and I have been baking cookies all week! We baked cookies to eat while decorating our tree, a family tradition. Baked more to take to our first Christmas party last night and these White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies were - [Not Your Traditional Ambrosia](https://otasteandseeblog.com/ambrosia-2/) - This is another of "Grandma's Recipes", meaning a recipe I picked up from my mother-in-law. And although Not Your Traditional Ambrosia, (which is made with fresh mandarin oranges, coconut and marshmallows) we love it at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Why I never make it any other time of year I'm not sure. I think I just - [Traditional Southern Thanksgiving Sides and Desserts](https://otasteandseeblog.com/traditional-southern-thanksgiving-sides-desserts/) - I can hardly believe Thanksgiving is this week! We're super excited and are planning to have about 30 people (family and friends) at our house. We love having a house-full! Thanksgiving was the first holiday my husband and I ever spent together. We'd been married about three months and went to visit his family - [7 Tips for Successful Baking](https://otasteandseeblog.com/7-tips-for-successful-baking/) - Fall is in full swing and that means BAKING! I love "Baking Season" but sometimes baking can be a little intimidating. My baking nemesis is pie crust. I stand in awe of pie crust makers! We have a friend who's "famous" for her pies with homemade crusts. Mine never seem to come out quite right. - [Caramel Apple Bundt Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/caramel-apple-bundt-cake/) - Fall is my husband's favorite time of year. He loves the changing leaves, crisp cool air and fall food! Sadly, the one tree in our yard that usually has pretty colored leaves died and our crisp cool air comes and goes,(it was 97 again yesterday) but thankfully, we still have Fall food! My - [Meadow Ridge Condos Fraser, CO](https://otasteandseeblog.com/meadow-ridge-condo-fraser-co/) - After we Visited the Pot Shop, the girls and I proceeded to our condo. I made the reservations through the Winter Park central booking office, which was SUPER easy! It was definitely the way to go. I called the 800 number and spoke to Katie. She was so sweet and lives in the area so - [What's For Dinner?](https://otasteandseeblog.com/whats-for-dinner-2/) - I love cooking but sometimes deciding what to make is the hard part. I love having a menu for the week ahead so I never have to wonder, What's For Dinner? Last week's menu went pretty much as planned. Well, except for the rain Friday and Saturday. It poured rain so that changed our plans to - [Texas State Fair The Food!](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-state-fair-food/) - The Texas State Fair AKA The Fried Food Capital of Texas Our family has a Tradition of going to the State Fair every other year, and this was our year to go. We took the day off work and school (don't worry we home school... no truancy laws were broken) and made a day of - [Sweet and Savory Roasted Pumpkin Seeds](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-and-savory-roasted-pumpkin-seeds/) - I've been waiting all year to share these Five Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipes! Last October we decided to roast pumpkin seeds for the first time. I'm not sure what made us think we should try them but we gave it a shot and really like them. After our initial attempt at the Traditional - [Visit to a Pot Shop- Our Colorado Adventure Continues](https://otasteandseeblog.com/visit-to-a-pot-shop-our-colorado-vacation-continues/) - When my husband decided to take our son to Colorado for a Father-Son retreat, we girls decided to go with them and have a little "retreat" of our own. After our first stop at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, we headed about two hours up into the mountains to Winter Park and Fraser. - [What's for Dinner?](https://otasteandseeblog.com/whats-for-dinner/) - What's for Dinner? It's the most frequently asked question around here. In fact, I considered it as a name for this blog. Thanks to my daughter we're getting back to weekly meal plans and I can actually answer that question! In sharing our weekly dinner menu I hope to encourage, inspire and maybe even - [Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Home Chefs and Foodies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/ultimate-christmas-gift-guide-for-home-chefs-and-foodies/) - I was selected to attend the Chosen by You event and will receive compensation for this post. The products were amazing and as always, all opinions are my own. Are you one of those people who gets all their Christmas shopping done before Thanksgiving? YOU. ARE. MY HERO! I love to shop for Christmas - [Chicken Oreganato](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-oreganato/) - Because you can never have too many chicken recipes! We eat A LOT of chicken. I find it on sale often, it's easy to prepare and versatile! Chicken Oreganato is a flavorful, healthy chicken recipe. It's quick and easy, which means.....homecooked dinner on the table in about thirty minutes. Best of all, it uses - [Garden of the Gods](https://otasteandseeblog.com/garden-of-the-gods/) - Garden of the Gods makes it a must-see for visitors to Colorado! We visited there several years ago and when we decided to take this Colorado Road Trip, we knew we had to go back. Probably my favorite picture I have of my children was taken there. Hoping to be all "trendy" and cool, I - [Colorado Road Trip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/colorado-road-trip/) - Over the next few posts I'm making a departure from my normal recipes and food to share our family's Colorado Road Trip experience. Of course, there will be some food involved, it's just part of everything we do. Although they never lived more than a few miles from where they were born, my grandparents had - [Skillet Spaghetti and Meatballs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/skillet-spaghetti-and-meatballs/) - Before we talk about this amazing dish, let's talk GIVEAWAY! How about a Perfect Pasta Night Kit and a $500 Grocery Gift Card? More details --->> ooh.li/820d0db We've had a great summer! Our oldest daughter spent ten weeks working at camp (her "home away from home") our other two children also spent time at camp, we - [Easy Peach Tarts](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-peach-tarts/) - Today, I'm sharing my Southern Living Recipe of the Month, although I'm a little behind. This Peach Tart recipe comes from the June 2015 issue and has been modified a bit. These Easy Peach Tarts were possibly the easiest dessert I've ever made! Although, we ate them with breakfast. (That's what happens when you're - [Mixed Berry Pavlova](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mixed-berry-pavlova/) - Pavlova is another one of "Grandma's Recipes", so you know it has to be good! (In case you're new here, "Grandma" is NOT my grandma but my mother-in-law, my children's grandma) If you aren't familiar with Pavlova, it's is a wonderfully light dessert, perfect for company or "just because". It starts with a baked meringue shell - [Frozen Cranberry Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/frozen-cranberry-salad/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Albertsons & Safeway. The opinions and text are all mine. Frozen Cranberry Salad is one of "Grandma's Recipes" and it's been around the family for years. Typically, we have this at Thanksgiving and Christmas but I just realized it's PERFECT for hot summer evenings....cool - [REACH® Complete Care™ Rinse](https://otasteandseeblog.com/reach-complete-care-rinse/) - I participated in this sponsored campaign on behalf of REACH® and One2One Network. All opinions stated are my own. Did you know, according to a recent survey, 82% of the nation’s moms never skipping brushing their teeth every night? If fact, it's prioritized over washing our faces before bed or removing make-up. It just goes to - [Label Daddy](https://otasteandseeblog.com/label-daddy-labels/) - This post was written on behalf of LableDaddy.com but all opinions are my own Summer is here and we are off to camp! This week my husband and I are away at camp with our church kids. Our oldest daughter is also working there all summer. I'm looking forward to a week of being "unplugged" - [Label Daddy](https://otasteandseeblog.com/label-daddy/) - This is a promotional post written by me on behalf of Label Daddy.com and USFamilyGuide. Last week I told you about a Special Blessing my son received in regard to Summer Camp. This week he finished earning ALL the money he needs for camp....he is all set! Now all we have left to do is - [Monthly Meal Planning and FREE Printable](https://otasteandseeblog.com/monthly-meal-planning-and-free-printable/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AHugeSale #CollectiveBias I do shop at these stores and use this method for meal planning and saving money #TomThumb Knowing how to cook meals for your family is a wonderful skill, however, in order to do so you - [Chocolate Decadence Granola Pancakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-decadence-granola-pancakes/) - Granola is one of our new favorite foods! Until recently, we just ate it handful at a time as a snack. Then, Golden Girl Granola invited me to compete in their first annual Blogger Recipe Challenge. To assist me in this challenge, they provided me with one bag of granola. I chose Chocolate - [Breakfast Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/breakfast-potatoes/) - Breakfast Potatoes aka Southern Style Hash Browns or Home Fries Several years ago, in an attempt to get our day going, our family began gathering at the breakfast table at 7:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. Some "enjoy" this more than others. We have some people who love breakfast early and some who just "watch" while - [New Potato Nachos](https://otasteandseeblog.com/new-potato-nachos/) - Our family enjoys new potatoes (also called red skin potatoes) but they can be a little expensive so I don't buy them often. When I do, it seems we always have a few left. Sometimes people in our family don't enjoy leftovers as much as the "original" meal but I hate to see food go - [Family AdventureFest](https://otasteandseeblog.com/family-adventurefest/) - This post was sponsored by Family AdventureFest One thing I love about living in the DFW area is all the amazing things to do. Really, there's something for everyone! Everything from the arts to outdoor activities all within about an hour's drive, which is perfect for our family. We have some who enjoy music, plays - [Weekend Getaway to San Antonio](https://otasteandseeblog.com/weekend-getaway-to-san-antonio/) - A few weekends ago my husband and I had the opportunity to get away....by ourselves. We've had a lot of "company" lately, which I don't mind, but it was nice to take some time, go away and be alone. We only had a three-day weekend and didn't want to spend more time driving than - [#AD Fried Chicken and Cheese Grits](https://otasteandseeblog.com/fried-chicken-and-cheese-grits/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SummerYum #CollectiveBias With the July 4th holiday coming this weekend, many folks will be planning one of two things....a cookout or a picnic! When you say the work "cookout" at our house, it means burgers, but "picnic" can - [Making Changes and Yoplait Plenti](https://otasteandseeblog.com/making-changes-and-yoplait-plenti/) - In the last six months I've had some pretty serious health issues. Only those who know me "in real life" know about them because I just don't usually share personal stuff here on the blog, until today. About six months ago, I was diagnosed with a dissected carotid artery. If you're like I was, - [Key Lime Buttermilk IceBox Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/key-lime-buttermilk-icebox-pie/) - It would seem I'm on a bit of a "Key Lime" kick, lately. I originally bought a bag of Key Limes and intended to make Key Lime Pie, but then realized I didn't have most of the other ingredients required. Instead we had Strawberry Limeade, Homemade Key Lime Curd and Lime Poppy Seed Scones, which were - [Lahaina Maui Ice cream and shopping](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lahaina-maui-ice-cream-and-shopping/) - Today I'd like to welcome Kara from Peek-a-boo Travel! Kara has graciously agreed to guest post for me today, allowing me to enjoy a week of being "unplugged" at camp with my husband, two of my children and some of our church kids. If you're planning or considering a trip I would encourage - [Homemade Tomato Basil Sauce](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-tomato-basil-sauce/) - Our oldest daughter is a HUGE pasta fan......Wait, I mean HUGE fan OF pasta....she's actually quite skinny, even though she eats a good bit of pasta. Her "go-to" menu item at any Italian restaurant is.....you guessed it.....spaghetti....and meatballs. She could probably tell you who has the best spaghetti sauce within a fifty mile radius - [Strawberry Limeade](https://otasteandseeblog.com/strawberry-limeade/) - It rained A LOT here in Texas this spring! Like, make the national news, amounts of rain. It was CRAZY! Yes, there was flooding. Thankfully, we didn't have any at our home....just a really "sloshy" yard. Everyone in the neighborhood had very tall grass because it couldn't be cut....either it was raining or had - [Graduation Reception](https://otasteandseeblog.com/graduation-reception/) - It's official....we have another graduate! A few weeks ago, we celebrated our second daughter's high school graduation. As a homeschooler, she chose not to have a traditional graduation ceremony but opted instead to combine this event with her Senior Piano Recital. We invited a few close friends and family, everyone enjoyed beautiful music by - [5 Tips for a Summer Road Trip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/summer-road-trip/) - Compensation was provided by 7-Eleven via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of 7-Eleven or Momtrends. School is out (or almost) and it's time to think about vacation. There are probably many wonderful places to go near your home, but there's nothing quite like - [Key Lime Poppy Seed Scones with Homemade Lime Curd](https://otasteandseeblog.com/key-lime-poppy-seed-scones-with-homemade-lime-curd/) - Wordless Wednesday.... This is a variation of a Lemon Poppy Seed Scone recipe I found in my Taste of Home Baking Book and one of the things I did with my Key Lime Curd. I hope you enjoy! Key Lime Poppy Seed Scones with Homemade Lime Curd Here's the Recipe: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 - [Key Lime Curd](https://otasteandseeblog.com/key-lime-curd/) - A couple of weeks ago, I ran across a bag of key limes at the grocery store. They weren't very expensive and my husband loves Key Lime Pie so I figured it was a win-win. Well, I have done several things with those little beauties, but if we're going to have any Key Lime Pie - [Chocolate Chip Scones](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-scones/) - This post may contain affiliate links Sometimes it's the little things that have great meaning. Maybe it's just a word spoken in passing, a smile or a small gift...like a couple of bags of chocolate chips. Since we have chosen to be a one income family and my husband is a pastor of a small - [Candied Carrot Twists](https://otasteandseeblog.com/candied-carrot-twists/) - It's no secret....I LOVE Southern Living Magazine! It's the only magazine I read faithfully, cover to cover, every month. I love all the beautiful decorating ideas, gardening tips (even though I can't grow a plant to save my life), and Southern vacation destinations but what I most look forward to each month is the recipes! - [Individual Banana Pudding](https://otasteandseeblog.com/individual-banana-pudding/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SnackPackMixins #CollectiveBias Banana Pudding is possibly the ultimate spring and summer Southern dessert! We will make it all year round but it's perfect for a spring time picnic or pot luck. My son is a HUGE banana - [Zesty Salsa Chicken Fingers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/zesty-salsa-chicken-fingers/) - The first thing I need to tell you about these Zesty Salsa Chicken Fingers is......there's NO salsa in the recipe. Sorry, I know you may be slightly disappointed but only until you taste them! A couple of months ago I did a sponsored post for a new flavor of Pringles tortilla chips. Some of - [My Perfect Mexican Meal](https://otasteandseeblog.com/my-perfect-mexican-meal/) - If you've been by here more than a couple of times you're probably aware of how much I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Mexican food! I love it so much my husband once actually thought I was suggesting we move to Mexico, but in reality it was Texas....the next best place for "Mexican" food. Or, as we - [Tortilla Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tortilla-soup/) - It's Thanksgiving week and if you're like me, you struggle a little with meal this week. I mean really, we're having EVERY side dish possible in a couple of days, we're going to be eating turkey for several days in a row so I don't want to make chicken...so what? Tortilla Soup is a great - [Baked Tortilla Strips](https://otasteandseeblog.com/baked-tortilla-strips/) - If you were stranded on a desert island and you could have one thing with you, what would it be? For me, it would be a lifetime supply of Tortilla Chips and Salsa! I know, that probably sounds crazy, but honestly, I LOVE chips and salsa! I can eat baskets and baskets of them. - [Enchiladas with Green Sauce for fifteen and Agatha Christie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/enchiladas-with-green-sauce/) - How are Green Sauce Enchiladas and Agatha Christie related? As I started writing this post I realized some background information was needed to explain why I made enchiladas for fifteen people. That reminded me of Agatha Christie's novel Death on the Nile. She dedicates each of the first twelve chapters to a character, because you need - [Pork and Black Bean Nachos](https://otasteandseeblog.com/leftover-nachos/) - Last week my parents were visiting from Alabama. They are preparing to move here to Texas and it was a busy, but fun, week looking at houses. Because we were on the go I did a few crock pot meals which we ate for dinner and sometimes lunch the next day. By the end of - [Sweet Potato Casserole](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-potato-casserole/) - Sweet Potatoes...A Real Southern "Delicacy" Having lived in three different regions of the country, it's very evident that food is regional. In Pennsylvania my favorite regional food was Philly Cheese Steaks, now in Texas probably Chips and Salsa, but nothing says "Southern Food" like sweet potatoes. Other regions eat them too, but in the - [Hamburger Sliders](https://otasteandseeblog.com/hamburger-sliders/) - My daughters enjoy having friends over for a game night. What goes better with good friends and games? Great Food! Even though Potato Skins and Chips and Salsa are always a big hit, we wanted to do something different this time. We wanted something a little more substantial but still a "finger food". A - [Mrs. Fisher's Cream Cheese Icing](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mrs-fishers-cream-cheese-icing/) - Yesterday, I shared with you Mrs. Fisher's Carrot Cake...probably THE easiest made from scratch cake you'll ever make....and THE best Carrot Cake.EVER. I mentioned that one of the things that makes this cake so yummy is....the icing is almost as thick as the cake. Now before you click away because you don't like so - [Mrs. Fisher's Carrot Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mrs-fishers-carrot-cake/) - Mrs. Fisher's Carrot Cake is honestly THE BEST carrot cake I've ever eaten! It might be in part because the decadent cream cheese frosting is almost as thick as the cake!? I got this recipe from....well, Mrs. Fisher....obviously. Mrs. Fisher is a sweet lady we know in Pennsylvania. Actually, she's my husband's-brother's- wife's-mother aka my - [Oatmeal Banana Bites](https://otasteandseeblog.com/oatmeal-banana-bites/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SamsClubMag #CollectiveBias Looking for something not too sweet, good for you and easy? Oatmeal Banana Bites are perfect! They are made with two main ingredients....Oatmeal and Bananas. They can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or snack. It's easy - [Crispy Pizza Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/crispy-pizza-rolls/) - Once a month my husband has a book/Bible study with the men of our church. The studies are designed to help our men grow as husbands, fathers, and Children of God. Each study usually lasts a few months and our church families usually take turns hosting the meetings in their homes. About twice a year - [Easy Queso Dip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-queso-dip/) - Time Saving Tuesday....Easy Queso Dip. For those NOT in Texas, queso just means cheese....or more specifically when ordering at a restaurant, cheese dip! Until we moved here I just called it "cheese dip", having no idea it had a fancy Spanish name. Today I'm sharing with you one of the quickest and best Queso - [Get Upside Down with Dairy Queen Blizzards](https://otasteandseeblog.com/get-upside-down-with-dairy-queen-blizzards/) - “I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dairy Queen. I received a product sample and promotional item to thank me for my participation.” I grew up going to Dairy Queen for ice cream treats, who didn't? (Also known as The Day-ree Queen if you're from some parts of the south...and - [Alaskan King Crab Legs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/alaskan-king-crab-legs/) - Last year, before my son turned thirteen, he decided he wanted to try crab legs. I'm not sure where he saw them or why he got it in his head he wanted them, but he did. He was talking to his grandparents on the phone, explaining this to them and his granddaddy (my dad), - [Back To School Crock Pot Recipes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/back-to-school-crock-pot-recipes/) - It's THAT time of year again! Back to School! Like every summer, this one has gone all too quickly and it's time to start school again. It doesn't matter if you are a homeschooler or your children attend a traditional classroom, going back to school usually produces strong emotions from parents, teachers and students. - [Blog Elevated - The Rest of the Story](https://otasteandseeblog.com/blog-elevated-the-rest-of-the-story/) - Click over to Part I of the Blog Elevated Conference to read how it all began. Today, The Rest of the Story... Months passed and another early morning in mid-September rolled around. I typically check my email before starting anything else on the computer...you know, cleaning out all the junk mail. As I did - [Time Saving Tip....Crock Pot Baked Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/crock-pot-baked-potatoes-2/) - Crock Pot Baked Potatoes may arguably be my greatest "discovery" of 2013 and it came from my friend, RaShell, who blogs over at Team Southerland. It gave me one of those, "Why didn't I think of that?" moments. It's so simple, yet it never occurred to me, and I use the crock pot for everything - [M&M's® Cookie Bars](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mms-cookie-bars/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CrispyComeback #CollectiveBias After what seemed like a very late winter, two snow days, weeks of rain and cloudy skies...SPRING HAS ARRIVED! Spring brings nice weather, blooming Blue Bonnets, and open windows. I really enjoy all those things but - [Making and Freezing Baked Meatballs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/making-and-freezing-baked-meatballs/) - Spaghetti, probably one of the easiest weeknight meals of all time. We used to have it just about every Wednesday night. Spaghetti and meatballs however, not so quick and easy. It takes planning. First, there's remembering to get the hamburger out of the freezer, then there's mixing and forming the meatballs, next there's browning - [Steel Cut Oats](https://otasteandseeblog.com/steel-cut-oats/) - Steel Cut Oats also know as Pinhead Oatmeal or Irish Oatmeal I didn't grow up eating oatmeal. I'm not sure if it's because oatmeal isn't a "Southern" thing or my parents just didn't care for it...maybe because they grew up in the South as well? But now I'm a big fan! As with many - [Why We Celebrate Christmas, Part 2](https://otasteandseeblog.com/celebrate-christmas-2/) - It's Christmas Eve and the much-anticipated day of celebration is almost here! Christmas can and should be a time of great joy, celebration and remembering the true meaning...the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ... but what about all the commercialization? Has the real meaning of Christmas been lost in selfishness and commercialism? It is - [Pinterest Fail The Rest of the Story](https://otasteandseeblog.com/the-rest-of-the-story/) - Last week I shared my latest Pinterest success, Garlic & Herb Cheese Bombs, along with Part 1 of probably my biggest Pinterest Fail. Today, The Rest of the Story..... *Names have been omitted to protect the "innocent"...or guilty, whichever the case may be. Just to catch you up: After seeing a post about a "miracle" - [Old Fashion Chicken 'n Dumplins](https://otasteandseeblog.com/old-fashion-chicken-n-dumplins/) - I am a Southerner through and through and love good Southern Comfort Food. BUT, there are a few "Southern" things I've never done and some "Southern" foods I just don't really like. I do realize admitting these things could be equated with sacrilege. However, here it goes.... Southern Things I've Never Done: Been to Graceland. - [A Boy and His Dog](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-dog-treats/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ProPlanPet #CollectiveBias Today, I'm cooking up something a little different....dog treats! I talk about my family often here but there are a couple of "members" I haven't talked about much...our dogs. Meet Bella. Her name means Beautiful in - [Chocolate Ganache](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-ganache/) - As promised, the extra special topping on the Cream Puffs, made with the remainder of my extra special Ghirardelli Chocolate Chips.....Chocolate Ganache! I've always loved to watch cooking shows, even when I was young. This was before the days of cable when cooking shows were only found on PBS and long before The Food Network with - [Garlic and Herb Cheese Bombs](https://otasteandseeblog.com/garlic-and-herb-cheese-bombs/) - I've kinda been on a roll with the Pinterest recipes lately, so I thought I'd go ahead and share another one today. I saw several pins from different people for this Garlic and Herb Cheese Bombs so I'm not sure of the original source. The one I used came from Juggling Act Mamma. Yesterday, I - [Dark Chocolate Dipped Clementines with Sea Salt](https://otasteandseeblog.com/dark-chocolate-dipped-clementines-with-sea-salt/) - I first saw this recipe for Dark Chocolate Dipped Clementines with Sea Salt on Pinterest, posted by Delightfully Yum. Her pictures were so amazing I just had to give it a try. Now, as much as I may enjoy trolling Pinterest and looking at all the lovely recipes there I'm often a little "gun-shy" - [Four Bean Texas Chili](https://otasteandseeblog.com/four-bean-texas-chili/) - WAA-HOOO! It's finally here! Our SNOW DAY! That's right, after weeks of seeing and hearing on TV, Facebook, and radio about all the snow, ice and cold temps around the country, we are finally getting our SNOW DAY here in Texas. When I say snow "day" that's exactly what I mean...ONE day, which is why - [Ramen Noodle Salad with Asian Honey Vinaigrette](https://otasteandseeblog.com/ramen-noodle-salad-with-asian-honey-vinaigrette/) - It seems we've been on a bit of an Asian kick lately. I actually had no idea when I posted Honey Orange Chicken yesterday that it was Chinese New Year. I guess I don't get out much. Do you have a food you only eat at pot lucks? You really enjoy it and even - [Honey Orange Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/honey-orange-chicken/) - Our family enjoys eating a variety of "ethnic" foods. Mexican is probably our (or at least my) favorite but we also like Chinese food. Now, when I say "Chinese", I mean the Americanized version. I've been overseas and I realize our version of a country's food is often very different from the "real deal". - [Time Saving Tuesday Baking Tip](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-baking-tip/) - Today's Time Saving Tuesday is a baking tip I recently learned from "Grandma", my MIL. Ingredients will incorporate better in your baking if they are allowed to come to room temperature first. This may sound simple but it's true. We know most recipes that call for things like butter or cream cheese say to "soften". - [Corn Casserole](https://otasteandseeblog.com/corn-casserole/) - Southern Favorites #3 Corn Casserole Have you ever had the canned creamed corn? Our family doesn't care for it. I grew up eating "real" creamed corn - corn that my grandma had cut off the cob and cooked...which is NOTHING like the stuff in the can. The first time I had this dish - [Roasted Veggies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/roasted-veggies/) - I've said it before and I'll say it again....I find it very hard to eat healthy. I'm not even gonna lie, I don't really enjoy it. I'd much rather have a big chunk of meat smothered in gravy or something fried with a homemade biscuit slathered in butter than a piece of grilled chicken and some bland - [Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-cookies/) - Remember these? My "all natural", Ghirardelli Chocolate Chips...from a friend ...that I saved for something special. First, I made Chocolate Chip Scones, then I decided I wanted some good old fashion Chocolate Chip Cookies...so I made some. When it was noticed that I was taking pictures of said Chocolate Chip Cookies, I was asked, - [Italian Cream Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/italian-cream-cake/) - When my husband and I were first married we lived in The-Middle-of-Nowhere, Georgia, or at least it was then. He worked about thirty minutes away in Madison, GA, the only town in Georgia that General Sherman spared on his infamous March to The Sea, which most Southerners are still bitter about, I might add. Consequently, - [Sweet Cream Biscuits](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-cream-biscuits/) - Last week, on Time Saving Tuesday, I mentioned that my in-laws spent a month with us this summer. We had a wonderful time with them and did a couple of special things, but mostly just enjoyed having them here as part of our everyday life. Fortunately (or unfortunately depending on how you look at it) they - [Individual Apple Berry Cobbler](https://otasteandseeblog.com/individual-apple-berry-cobbler/) - It just wouldn't be right to have a week without a dessert post! This week it's Individual Apple Berry Cobbler. My husband and middle daughter LOVE pies and cobblers, my son and I like them and although our oldest daughter doesn't eat them she really enjoys making them. I'm pretty sure I've mentioned before in - [60 Minute Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/60-minute-rolls/) - My in-laws arrived a few weeks ago for another nice long visit. They came to house-sit and take care of our dogs while we were on vacation and will be staying until after Thanksgiving. It's been great to have them here! Grandpa is helping out with homeschooling and yard work. Thanks to Grandma the - [Parmesan Pull Aparts](https://otasteandseeblog.com/parmesan-pull-aparts/) - When I need a quick and easy bread to go with spaghetti or other pasta I make Parmesan Pull Aparts. Have you ever been in the situation where you're making a quick pasta dinner then all of a sudden you realize.....no bread! In our house, bread MUST accompany anything pasta and saucey. These Parmesan Pull - [Cajun Boiled Peanuts](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cajun-boiled-peanuts/) - Ok, first.....HUGE thanks to my friend Esther at Laugh With Us Blog for posting this recipe, allowing me to share it AND for bringing me the peanuts! There are so many things to say about Cajun Boiled Peanuts! First, my family LOVES, LOVES, LOVES them! But, they are impossible to find in Texas. - [Texas Burgers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-burgers/) - A couple of months ago we celebrated our nine-year anniversary as Texans. It seems as though we're still unpacking and at the same time we feel like we've lived here most of our lives. Well, for some (my son) it actually has been most of his life. There are many things we love about - [Sausage Gravy](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sausage-gravy/) - Sausage Gravy is a Southern breakfast tradition! My son and husband LOVE some sausage gravy and Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits. It isn't anything close to healthy....it's just delicious. It is a "stand alone" breakfast but we like to serve it as part of a big breakfast with Breakfast Potatoes, bacon, eggs and grits. Here's the Recipe: - [Romantic Restaurants in Arlington and Ft. Worth, Texas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/romantic-restaurants-in-arlington-and-ft-worth-texas/) - Today I'm sharing my Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in our area. If you don't happen to live in the Arlington/Ft. Worth area check back on February 2 for a list of the Best Romantic Restaurants all over the country. #Dinner4Valentines As much as I love cooking for my family and others I love eating out - [Kielbasa and Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/kielbasa-potatoes/) - Today on Time Saving Tuesday I'm sharing a quick and easy meal, Kielbasa and Potatoes. Our family has most often enjoyed this dish on a Sunday night after church. We've usually had a big lunch and just want something quick and easy. It's a great way to use left over baked potatoes or cook - [Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinnamon-and-brown-sugar-glazed-carrots/) - These Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a family favorite! We don't eat a lot of casseroles. I'm more of a "meat and two sides" kinda cook. You know, a meat, a starch and a green veggie, but sometimes I like to add carrots as an extra side dish. Cinnamon and Brown Sugar - [Chicken Marsala](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-marsala/) - Until recently Chicken Marsala was just something we might order at a fancy-shancy restaurant. I really had never even thought about making it at home. Then one day at the grocery store, I saw a bottle of Marsala cooking wine and I figured I should give it a try. Oh... My.... Goodness. It was so - [Cinnamon Pecan Scones](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinnamon-pecan-scones/) - For little girls, there's nothing quite like a "tea party". I had plenty of them with my dolls and pretend friends. My daughters did as well. Sometimes we would even have "real" tea parties with Grandma at her house. She collected beautiful tea cups and would let the girls choose which one they would drink - [Sweet Corn Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-corn-cake/) - The one thing I missed most when we moved to Pennsylvania was Mexican food. I have LOVED Mexican food for many, many years and when I lived in Georgia we had a Mexican restaurant practically on every corner. You know, one of those "hole-in-the-wall" type mom and pop kinda places. In fact, one summer I - [Pepperoni and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pepperoni-mozzarella-stuffed-chicken/) - I was going to call this "Italian Chicken Cordon Bleu" but I wasn't sure it was OK to mix languages like that. In French "cordon bleu" means blue ribbon, as in the best, taking first place. Pepperoni and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken is definitely a "Blue Ribbon Winner"! It combines the wonderful flavors of chicken and - [Easiest Way to Stuff Chicken Breasts](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easiest-way-to-stuff-chicken-breasts/) - When I make recipes like Chicken Cordon Bleu, I usually use the "pound and roll" method. Meaning, I pound them flat, place whatever I'm stuffing with on top, roll and secure with toothpicks, often lots of toothpicks. It can be a lot of work. Recently, my mother-in-law learned a short cut for stuffing chicken - [What's in a Name?](https://otasteandseeblog.com/whats-in-a-name/) - Naming your blog is very important because it tells people who you are or what kind of content they can expect. For me, starting a blog was done somewhat spontaneously. I had thought briefly about it and then mentioned it to my husband, who loved the idea. I thought about calling it "What's for Dinner?" - [Better Than a Box Blueberry Pancakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/blueberry-pancakes/) - For years I used the "just add water" box pancake mix. When my husband was single, he thought the "bottle" pancakes were the greatest invention since sliced bread. If you're not familiar, it's the pancake mix in a large plastic "bottle" type container. Water is added right to the container and shaken. It is then - [Best Way to Clean a Microwave](https://otasteandseeblog.com/best-way-clean-microwave/) - Have you ever opened the microwave to find someone re-heated spaghetti? The splatter is unmistakable. And have you further opened to find this splatter baked on because no one bothered to clean it up and the microwave was used several time since? I can't believe I just showed you our dirty microwave. Please tell - [Buckeyes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/buckeyes/) - I always thought of making Buckeyes as a Southern tradition, since we've lived in other places that had never heard of them, but I'm not really sure about that. They are usually made around Christmas time and called "Buckeye" because they resemble the Buckeye Nut, which doesn't actually grow in most parts of the South. - [Lacey Cheese Crisps](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lacey-cheese-crisps/) - They taste a lot like Cheeze-Its Last week we had a "game night" at our house. We always enjoy casual gatherings, but every now and then it's FUN to have a more "formal" dinner party. When we do this I usually try to have appetizers for the guests to snack on while I'm finishing - [Bacon Swiss Quiche](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-swiss-quiche/) - Although I've never read it, every time I make Quiche I think of the book Real Men Don't Eat Quiche. I really enjoy Bacon Swiss Quiche but I don't make it too often because most of my family doesn't really like it. One of my daughters used to eat it because we called it "Bacon - [Top Five of 2013](https://otasteandseeblog.com/top-five-2013/) - 2013 - A Great Year! Sometimes it's hard to believe it's only been five months since I started this blog. It was started without much "thought" or research. That probably isn't the way most people start blogging, but it was the best way for me. If I had know how much I DIDN'T know, I - [Top 5 "Fails" of 2013](https://otasteandseeblog.com/top-5-fails-2013/) - Yesterday, I posted the Top 5 of 2013...Today, the Top 5 "Epic" Fails The things you DIDN'T see, until now In Chronological Order... #1 - From the post "Anniversary Dinner at Gloria's" I was brand new to blogging when our anniversary came. We went to Gloria's for dinner and I had the bright idea to - [Pineapple Casserole](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pineapple-casserole/) - This is my favorite side dish to serve with ham This is a wonderful, unusual recipe that I got from a very sweet friend who spent her life serving the Lord on the mission field. Instead of telling you about this dish, I'd like to tell you about her... Her name was Eunice and she grew - [Tuesday's Time Saving Tip...Lasagna from the Freezer](https://otasteandseeblog.com/tuesdays-time-saving-tip-lasagna-freezer/) - I am in the middle of what will quite possibly be the busiest two weeks of 2014! Knowing I would be out most of the day, every day, I wanted to make sure we didn't have to eat fast food every night. I tried to plan ahead. First. I planned the menus around the days - [Spoon Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/spoon-rolls/) - There's nothing like a good, hot, homemade roll to complete a meal Homemade bread of any kind is wonderful! The problem is....I'm not that great at it. In fact, if there's homemade bread at our house it's usually because my husband and daughter have spent a Saturday together making it. Another drawback for me, - [Ambrosia - Quick and Easy](https://otasteandseeblog.com/ambrosia-quick-easy/) - Today, I am honored to be guest posting for Mary Leigh over at Thrift for Today. She is doing a series on Christmas Crafts, Treats and Traditions. This Easy Ambrosia is a family favorite Treat and Tradition for the holiday season. I hope you'll click over to Thrift for Today and check it out. - [Cinnamon Spoon Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinnamon-spoon-rolls/) - A few days ago I posted our family's favorite yeast roll recipe. They're called "Spoon Rolls" because the batter is dipped into muffins tins with a spoon. The recipe makes about a dozen and a half and can be baked in smaller batches. When I make them around the holidays I usually make a double - [Texas Snow Day](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-snow-day/) - If you've been watching the weather, or you live in Texas, you know....it got cold AND we got ICE...and all before Christmas! Winter weather is rare here anytime, but before Christmas is almost unheard of. Gotta love that "Global Warming", right? Anyway, we're on our second day of below freezing temperatures and tomorrow isn't looking - [No-Bake Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/no-bake-cookies/) - We were "iced" in for almost four days and I must say...I really enjoyed the time at home. Now that it has gotten cold (it was almost 80 degrees here the day before it started to ice) we are "officially" in the Christmas spirit. While we've been home we have watched Christmas movies, decorated the - [Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches](https://otasteandseeblog.com/crock-pot-french-dip-sandwiches/) - This morning I have the privilege of guest posting over at Just Us Four where you'll find the recipe for these great "busy day" Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches. Who couldn't use a quick and easy meal that's ready in the crock pot this time of year? Thanks for stopping by! - [Post #100! Chocolate Mint Cake Balls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-mint-cake-balls-2/) - This is officially my 100th post and I'm very happy to be guest posting for my friend Esther at Laugh With Us. In the cyber world "friend" can mean many different things, all good in their own way, but when I say Esther is my "friend" I mean I know her...in real life. I see - [Why We Celebrate Christmas, Part 1](https://otasteandseeblog.com/celebrate-christmas-1/) - Our family at a recent performance of Handel's Messiah Christmas really is the most wonderful time of year! It's a time filled with busyness, giving & receiving, and lots of eating. But what is it really all about and why are celebrating anyway? Although Christmas, as is so clearly stated in the name, is about the - [Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissant](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-egg-cheese-croissant/) - Here at O Taste and See, I blog what we eat. Looking back over the last couple of weeks, it would seem all we've eaten here is COOKIES! It is true, we have had more than our share of cookies, but we have had a few others things as well. One of the things my - [Pot Roast Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pot-roast-soup/) - Feeding a family on a budget is not always an easy thing to do. I'm always watching for sales and looking for recipes that taste great but are still budget friendly. We eat a lot of chicken, it's economical and versatile but our family loves a good old fashion pot roast with potatoes and carrots! - [Any Flavor Buttermilk Coffee Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/any-flavor-buttermilk-coffee-cake/) - I really enjoy a "down to earth" recipe. By that I mean a recipe that taste great, looks inviting and uses simple ingredients. For me, there's nothing better than finding a new recipe that uses ingredients that I already have in the pantry. When I'm looking through a cookbook and find a recipe that looks - [Epic Fails of 2014](https://otasteandseeblog.com/epic-fails-2014/) - Yesterday I was thrilled to post the pride and joy of O Taste and See....Top 10 of 2014! All the wonderfully yummy, beautifully pictured successes of last year. The things that went "right". Today, it is with great humility I give you what went "wrong"...some TERRIBLY wrong. These are the things you DIDN"T see - [Top 10 Posts of 2014](https://otasteandseeblog.com/top-10-posts-2014/) - It's the beginning of a new year and we look forward with anticipation to what this year may bring. It can also be a time of reflection on the good and bad of the old year. Today, I'm sharing what went "right" on the blog this year. It was a great year. So many - [New Year's Day Black Eyed Peas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/new-years-day-black-eyed-peas/) - Different countries around the world have traditional foods that are eaten on New Year's Day, usually believed to bring good luck and prosperity for the New Year. China, Japan and other Asian countries eat long noodles. Cuba, Spain and Portugal enjoy pork. In the Philippines and Europe round fruits. In Turkey it's the pomegranate....and - [Quick Soaking Dried Beans](https://otasteandseeblog.com/quick-soaking-dried-beans/) - Dried beans are an excellent source of fiber and protein. They're economical and versatile. The only drawback....they need to be soaked several hours before cooking, best done overnight. It's a simple step that requires little effort but one I have a difficult time remembering. Today on Time Saving Tuesday, I'm going to share with you - [French Dip Sandwich](https://otasteandseeblog.com/french-dip-sandwich/) - I first shared this French Dip Sandwich recipe at Just Us Four. Thank you Arby's for introducing me to my good friend the French Dip Sandwich! As a picky teen, I didn't like hamburgers...I know "teen" and "didn't like hamburgers" don't normally go in the same sentence....but it was nevertheless true. For that reason, I - [Baked Oatmeal](https://otasteandseeblog.com/baked-oatmeal/) - As I mentioned a couple of posts ago, we had quite an exciting weekend. And around here, exciting things require FOOD...and plenty of it. Saturday started off with our daughter's black belt test. These tests are several hours long and require a good, hearty breakfast. With this in mind, she chose Baked Oatmeal. We - [Carnitas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/carnitas/) - It's been a while since I posted a "Mexican" recipe. I've always loved "Mexican" food, even though what we have here in the U.S. is not always as "authentic" as restaurants may claim. Out here in Texas, we just claim it as our own and call it "Tex-Mex". I did a little research about - [Beef and Noodles](https://otasteandseeblog.com/beef-noodles/) - My husband was taught (from very young) that there are some things you NEVER say to your wife. One of those things being, "That's not the way my mom makes it", and to his credit, he's never said that to me. Although, this Beef and Noodles dish did prompt me to ask his mother for - [Chicken Tacos](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-tacos/) - One night I hadn't thawed anything for dinner. Running out of time and ideas, I decided it would be chicken tacos. Only one problem, I had never made chicken tacos and didn't have a recipe for them either. Since I had eaten them before, I figured, I would just "wing it". The first thing I - [Chicken Quesadillas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-quesadillas/) - As I looked back through my recent pictures to decide what to write about, I realized....We have had a lot of Mexican food lately. Thankfully, my family enjoys it. We had these Chicken Quesadillas with our Big Red Soup on Saturday. They were made with an extra piece of chicken left from the night - [Birthday Traditions](https://otasteandseeblog.com/birthday-traditions/) - Our family enjoys traditions. We believe family traditions are very important. They are a great way to make wonderful memories, pass along family history, and encourage unity. It is for that reason that we have traditions for almost every holiday or occasion...including birthdays. There are four things we usually do for birthdays in our family. - [Celebrating A Birthday, Part 1](https://otasteandseeblog.com/celebrating-a-birthday-part1/) - This isn't actually a picture of us going out for his birthday. We are still getting used to the idea of taking pictures of everything we do As I mentioned yesterday, my husband had a birthday. In our family, when celebrating a birthday you get to go out to a restaurant of your choice. - [Celebrating a Birthday Part 4 - The Gifts](https://otasteandseeblog.com/celebrating-a-birthday/) - This is the fourth and final post about celebrating a birthday...my husband's. As I mentioned in previous posts, we have special Birthday Traditions, most of which involve food. This year even the gifts my husband received were food related. Here's how.... It was about a week or so before his birthday and my children and - [Homemade Egg Rolls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/egg-rolls/) - Growing up we didn't eat a lot of "international" type foods. We did frequent the local Mexican restaurant, but it was a real treat if we went to have Chinese food. I always enjoyed the egg rolls, but since this was before the days of "fast food" Chinese, I didn't get them very often. - [Sweet and Sour Sauce](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-sour-sauce/) - Yesterday's recipe was Homemade Egg Rolls. What goes better with egg rolls than Sweet and Sour Sauce? One thing I have discovered about having a food blog....it forces me to measure ingredients AND write them down. You see, I'm not usually good about that. I like to "eyeball" measurements, and while that works fine - [Frozen Cookies and Cream Dessert](https://otasteandseeblog.com/frozen-cookies-and-cream-dessert/) - Technically it's Fall, but here it's warm again, and as long as it's warm we might as well have ice cream, right? As I was preparing to have our church ladies over, I remembered this dessert. It had been YEARS since I'd made it. In fact, so many years my children didn't remember ever - [Rosemary Chicken With Almonds](https://otasteandseeblog.com/rosemary-chicken-with-almonds/) - To a Southerner, there's nothing that compares to fried food! There's not much to say about this dish except that it is GOOD. It's official name is "Chicken Almondine", that's just a fancy way to say "chicken with almonds". The main spice for this recipe is rosemary, which my son used to call "sticks". He - [Grinch Soup aka Split Pea](https://otasteandseeblog.com/grinch-soup-aka-split-pea/) - Watching Christmas movies is another one of our family traditions. Everyone in the family has their favorite and we try to watch them all... every year. My husband loves It's a Wonderful Life, my son is partial to Home Alone, my daughters like The Santa Clause and I enjoy just having everyone together. But - [All I Want for Christmas is a Keurig](https://otasteandseeblog.com/want-christmas-keurig/) - This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Thank you #Keurig400 #CollectiveBias for the opportunity to be a blessing to others. In October we went on a much-anticipated, long overdue vacation! We visited friends in Florida we hadn't seen in six years....WAY TOO LONG! We - [Chocolate Cherry Swirls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-cherry-swirls/) - Thanks Nestle DelightFulls for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Have you seen the new Nestle DelightFulls at the grocery store? If not, run, don't walk, to pick some up....now! Browsing online a couple of days ago I ran across this recipe for a cream cheese filled pastry with chocolate chips. It looked - [Peppermint Ice Cream Dessert](https://otasteandseeblog.com/peppermint-ice-cream-dessert/) - We have several family "traditions" around Christmas time, starting with purchasing and decorating our Christmas tree. We've always had a live tree and try to get it the week after Thanksgiving. I've mentioned before that we're not from Texas (but we got here as quick as we could) and "winter" is a little different here. - [Christmas Time is Here](https://otasteandseeblog.com/christmas-time/) - Today, I'm just sharing a brief recap of what we've been up to and what to expect this week... We have a hard and fast rule here at the Carr home....We DO NOT start celebrating Christmas until AFTER Thanksgiving! Don't get me wrong, we LOVE Christmas. Christmas and Easter represent the two most important events - [Red Velvet Cake Balls](https://otasteandseeblog.com/red-velvet-cake-balls/) - We've officially begun celebrating the Christmas season! Celebrations just aren't the same without food, that's why our family makes, eats and shares plenty of food! Each year we find ourselves wanting to give gifts of appreciation to lots of different people. The list includes neighbors, friends, piano and karate teachers, as well as our - [Pumpkin Cookies with Caramel Frosting and Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pumpkin-cookies-caramel-frosting-giveaway/) - Thanks Eggland's Best for providing the information, coupons, and gift cards for this post and giveaway! It's Cookie Time! Yes, we've been making, eating and sharing A LOT of cookies lately and today, one more... Pumpkin Cookies with Caramel Frosting So many different foods are associated with the season and holidays of fall, but one - [Favorite Family Recipes Apricot Sugar Cookies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/favorite-family-recipes-apricot-sugar-cookies/) - Have you ever participated in a cookie swap? Aren't they fun? A couple of years ago we did one at our church Christmas party and we loved it. This year I'm participating in the Favorite Family Recipes Virtual Recipe Swap. Several blogger got together to send each other one of their - [Apple Stuffed Sweet Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/apple-stuffed-sweet-potatoes/) - Sweet Potatoes have recently become "popular" everywhere, but in the South folks have been eating them since they were knee-high to a grasshopper. Interpretation: All their lives. When we lived "up north" we would go on vacation in the fall. We'd always go South to visit family or friends and thankfully, it was usually - [National Homemade Bread Day](https://otasteandseeblog.com/national-homemade-bread-day/) - It's National Homemade Bread Day! It's been awhile since I've talked about a National Food day. Because our family LOVES homemade bread...and plenty of not-so-homemade bread...I thought this would be the perfect opportunity. I enjoy making bread but most of my recipes are of the "quicker and easier" variety and we often have specific - [Thanksgiving Family Favorites](https://otasteandseeblog.com/thanksgiving-meal-plan/) - We all know Thanksgiving is quite possibly the biggest food holiday. I mean really, the original Thanksgiving was centered around food, for the purpose of thanking God for a bountiful harvest and provisions for another year. Hundreds of years later we still carry on that tradition with a feast celebrated with family and friends. - [Time Saving Tuesday Mashed Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-mashed-potatoes/) - Mashed Potatoes...A Thanksgiving Staple! I've come to realize from living in different areas of the country and talking to people from others, that holiday food is regional. In the northeast, "filling" (made from white bread) is served with their turkey. In the south, it's cornbread dressing. In the Pacific northwest, the dressing is often made - [French Onion Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/french-onion-soup/) - This is French Onion Soup and if you've never had it, your totally missing out! I thought I might attempt a "Wordless Wednesday", but I really don't think I have it in me....sorry. That just means...today, you get words and lots of pictures. I hope you enjoy. French Onion Soup is a dish many restaurants - [Sour Cream Cinnamon Coffee Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sour-cream-cinnamon-coffee-cake/) - This beautiful Sour Cream Cinnamon Coffee Cake was made by my daughter, who's beautiful inside and out. We served this cake for dessert at our weekly fellowship meal at church, but it would be wonderful for breakfast. In fact, it was baked the night before and the other members of our family tried (really - [Salsa in a Snap](https://otasteandseeblog.com/salsa-in-a-snap/) - This is not a sponsored post. I chose to write about Salsa in a Snap because I love it and wanted you to know about. In Texas we LOVE salsa and homemade is the best! I have made plenty of my own salsa but a couple of years ago my daughters and I came - [Staying Organized with the 2015 Daily Planner](https://otasteandseeblog.com/httphomemakersfriend-complannerdeal2015/) - Today, Time Saving Tuesday is all about staying organized. I'm so excited to share this review with you today! This post is written on behalf of 2015 Daily Planner, but believe me when I say ALL opinions are my own. I have struggled for years to find the perfect planner. When I was young and - [Blog Elevated Conference 2014](https://otasteandseeblog.com/blog-elevated-conference-2014/) - In late September I had the privilege of attending the Blog Elevated Blog Conference in Galveston, Texas. There are so many things I want to share about this experience, I hardly know where to start. I've debated back and forth whether to write one epic length post or split it into several. In the end, - [Birthday Celebration Part 3 - Boliche](https://otasteandseeblog.com/boliche/) - This week I've been talking about how we celebrate birthdays. So far I talked about where we went out to eat and the birthday cake. Now it's time for the Birthday Meal at home. Since most of our Birthday Traditions involve food, we can't do ALL of them on the same day. We went out for - [Buc-ee's ](https://otasteandseeblog.com/buc-ees/) - Has anyone besides me seen those Facebook Quizzes going around? I must admit, I do actually take the quizzes from time to time....just out of curiosity, and usually only the ones I think I'll do well on. Not too long ago, I saw one that said something about things all Texans know or - [Lego KidsFest Dallas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lego-kidsfest-dallas/) - *This post was written by me on behalf of Lego KidsFest. I received complementary tickets in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. A couple of months ago I took my son and a couple of friends to visit Legoland Discovery Center in Grapevine, Texas. He LOVED it so you can imagine his - [Pear Spinach Salad](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pear-spinach-salad/) - Fall is a great time for seasonal food...pumpkin, apples, caramel and pears! I've seen a surprising number of recipes for pears this season and it reminded me of one of my favorite salads....Pear Spinach Salad. I first had it a few months ago when a friend brought it to church for lunch. It - [Healthy Garlic Bread](https://otasteandseeblog.com/healthy-garlic-bread/) - Let's take a quick survey, just raise your hand or shout out your answer.... Who LOVES Garlic Bread? I'm raising my hand, jumping up and down and shouting, "ME, ME, ME!" like and over excited first grader sitting in the front row when the teacher asks for a volunteer...and my family is right there with - [Indian Tacos](https://otasteandseeblog.com/indian-tacos/) - Saturday was National Taco Day! If you've been here very often you know I love the "National Food Days" AND I really LOVE Tacos! As it turns out, we recently had tacos (although, there's rarely a time when we haven't "recently" had tacos) but these were a new kind, for us. I've been making - [Sheer Cover Studio](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sheer-cover-studio/) - *This post is written by me on behalf of Sheer Cover Makeup. I received complimentary product in exchange for this review, however, ALL opinions are my own. Yes, this is a sponsored post. I did receive Sheer Cover Studio make up for free and I had the option to leave a review on their web - [Honey Pecan Pork Chops](https://otasteandseeblog.com/honey-pecan-pork-chops/) - I like to plan our meals a month in advance, then make one big grocery list and get everything that I need. A few months ago I was making the monthly menu and feeling like we had been eating the "same ol' thing", so I decided to look through my cookbooks. In my Gooseberry Patch - [Twice Baked Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/twice-baked-potatoes/) - Twice Baked Potatoes converted me to a "mashed potato eater". When I was a child and even young adult I didn't like mashed potatoes. Yes, that's a little unusual but fact is often stranger than fiction. After trying Twice Baked Potatoes I loved them and eventually even starting eating mashed potatoes. Twice Baked Potatoes - ["Out of the Rut" Cinnamon Toast](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cinnamon-toast/) - It has always been important for us to eat our meals together ... as a family ... at the table. On weekday mornings my husband leaves for work about 8:00 am so we meet for breakfast at 7:30 am. We eat, then have our family devotions. Because some of us are not "morning" people (that's - [Pizza Bruschetta](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pizza-bruschetta/) - I happened upon this recipe somewhat by accident. A while back, I was looking through one of my many cookbooks for something new to make. For some reason, I was looking through a Weight Watcher's cookbook. I'm sure it was with some good intention to lose weight. Whatever the case, I came across - [CHA! Chicken Wings](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cha-chicken-wings/) - WARNING: This post promotes food that is deep fried...high in cholesterol, fat, and calories... So you know that means it's Full of FLAVOR! A couple of weeks ago, I introduced you to a new product by Texas Pete called Texas Pete CHA! At that point I hadn't tried it but the recipes looked so good - [Easy Apple Bundt Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-apple-bundt-cake/) - Whether it feels like it or not....It's officially Fall! I guess it's time to start with the fall recipes. Several weeks ago, my daughter made this Easy Apple Bundt Cake and it's perfect for fall. When we lived in Pennsylvania we were only about thirty minutes from Adam County, one of the top apple producing - [Keep Peeled Apples from Turning Brown](https://otasteandseeblog.com/how-to-keep-peeled-apples-from-turning-brown/) - It's officially the first day of fall, which means lots of great "fall foods". My favorite are apple recipes so I'm sharing a tip for using fresh apples. Time Saving Tuesday.... Tomorrow I'm sharing a great fall recipe that calls for peeled and cored apples. Recipes like this come with one big question...when to peel - [Orange Marmalade Pork Loin with Smithfield All Natural Pork](https://otasteandseeblog.com/orange-marmalade-pork-loin-with-smithfield-all-natural-pork/) - This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Weave Made Media® and Smithfield, but all my opinions are my own. #weavemade #GoAllNatural http://my-disclosur.es/RgFrEH We had a great summer! It was busy and like a revolving door... oldest daughter (our oldest) left to work all summer at camp, my husband and - [National Food Days](https://otasteandseeblog.com/national-food-days/) - I love keeping up with the National Food Days! Yesterday was "I Love Food" Day and I had no idea. Thankfully, it's I Love Food Day everyday at our house! Just so I don't forget the rest of the week... September 11 Hot Cross Bun Day September 12 Milk Shake Day September 13 Peanut Day - [Salmon Patties](https://otasteandseeblog.com/salmon-patties/) - Every area of the country has their "delicacies" that aren't so "delicate" to those who aren't familiar with them. For example, in Pennsylvania and other parts of the northeast they eat hog maw, which is sausage and potatoes cooked in a pig stomach and scrapple, which is truly mystery meat! In the mid-west (I - [Beef Burgundy](https://otasteandseeblog.com/beef-burgundy/) - I'm always thankful and amazed to see the number of people from all over the country and around the world who stop by and visit here. Most of my food would be considered "Southern Cooking" and sometimes I wonder if my readers know what I mean by that, so today I'd like to take a - [Southwest Crock Pot Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/southwest-crock-pot-chicken/) - I love cookbooks and have a HUGE collection. In fact, my husband just bought me a new e-cookbook last week. I only have one problem...I seldom like to try new recipes. I know, a little crazy, but I guess I'm just a creature of habit. I tend to make the same things all the - [Teriyaki Cashew Chicken ](https://otasteandseeblog.com/teriyaki-cashew-chicken/) - I'm a HUGE fan of homemade anything, but I also realize it's not always possible to make everything from "scratch". That's why I've decided to start a category here called, "semi-homemade". These recipes use some fresh ingredients and some "convenience" ingredients. My hope is to equip and encourage busy moms to make dinner at - [Cooking Vocabulary](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cooking-vocabulary/) - Vocabulary....most students don't enjoy doing vocabulary lessons. I didn't like it as a student and as a homeschool mom I can tell you it's not been a favorite subject with any of our children. But we've all done it. I'm sure you remember those lists of words that you'd never heard before, and were fairly - [Italian Dressing Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/italian-dressing-chicken/) - I have always loved to watch cooking shows on TV. I remember watching Julia Child when I was young, probably on PBS because we didn't have cable. My favorite has always been Paula Dean (even if she did say something thirty years ago that she now regrets; really, who hasn't said something they've later regretted...probably - [Back to School Planning and Organizing ](https://otasteandseeblog.com/back-to-school-planning-and-organizing/) - *This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Office Depot, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #inspirestudents http://my-disclosur.es/OBsst I can hardly believe we're starting our eleventh year of homeschooling! Our oldest has graduated, our middle daughter will graduate this year, and our son is a seventh - [Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/lemon-poppy-seed-pound-cake/) - A couple of weeks ago we welcomed our oldest daughter home from camp, where she spent the summer serving. She loves baking and even though she worked in the camp dining hall, she hadn't done any cooking all summer. I found this recipe for Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake on the Pompeian Olive Oil - [Homemade Garlic Herb Croutons](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-garlic-herb-croutons/) - Do you ever wonder what to do with slightly stale bread? Have you ever added a salad to dinner at the last minute and realized you don't have croutons? Homemade Garlic Herb Croutons are extremely easy. They take only a couple of minutes and everyone will love them! The night we made these I - [Mountain Resorts Steamboat Springs Colorado](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mountain-resorts-steamboat-springs-colorado/) - *This post was written by me on behalf of U S Family Guide and Mountain Resorts Steamboat Springs Colorado Looking for a winter wonderland vacation? Check out Mountain Resorts Steamboat Springs Colorado! Mountain Resorts offers a wide variety of attractive, well-maintained accommodations at prime locations in Steamboat Springs, Colorado surrounding the Steamboat Ski Area, with - [Great Smoky Mountains Getaway Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/great-smoky-mountains-getaway-giveaway/) - Are you in need of a vacation somewhere beautiful? Bare Feet on the Dashboard is partnering with Hidden Mountain Resort, the Titanic Museum of Pigeon Forge, and Dollywood to give one lucky reader a luxury getaway to the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. This family vacation giveaway is valued at over $790 with no strings attached - [Homemade Cream Style Corn](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-cream-style-corn/) - Isn't it interesting how the same word or term can mean different things to different people? My husband was just talking about this at church yesterday. He was making a point about how important it is to "define your terms" when having discussions with people....especially when discussing important topics, like spiritual matters. Sometimes we - [Cooking Homemade Cream Style Corn](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cooking-homemade-cream-style-corn/) - Yesterday, I shared with you my definition of Homemade Cream Style Corn and showed you how to cut it off the cob. Today, we're Cooking Homemade Cream Style Corn! Unlike any corn you've probably ever made, it's cooked IN the oven. I highly recommend a well seasoned cast iron skillet but I suppose any - [Sticky Buns](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sticky-buns/) - Well, the first day of school has arrived. We home school so I get to decide when we start. Sometimes we look forward to that day and honestly, sometimes we don't. This year we are starting earlier than usual. The reason: so we can take off sooner! Actually, we are already planning two breaks. - [Country Style Steak](https://otasteandseeblog.com/country-style-steak/) - Southern Favorites #5 - Country Style Steak Country Style Steak is THE meal we could always count on having at Grandma Vivian's house. (My husband's grandmother) Even though I would make it at home and so did my mother-in-law, it was still a "treat" when Grandma Vivian made it. Her's was the best. She usually - [Easy Lasagna](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-lasagna/) - Hospitality is something very important to our family. One way we demonstrate hospitality is by having people in our home, and that usually involves food. Another way we have shown hospitality to others is by taking them a meal. This is most often appropriate when "mom" is unable to cook or if circumstances make it - [Breakfast Pizza](https://otasteandseeblog.com/breakfast-pizza/) - For almost three years our family traveled all over the country visiting churches and representing the mission agency my husband works with. That meant many things...seeing much of God's amazing creations in nature, meeting wonderful people, experiencing new things and staying at A LOT of hotels. Thankfully, we like staying at hotels and our favorite - [Cookie Dough Brownie Bites](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cookie-dough-brownie-bites/) - We saw these Cookie Dough Brownie Bites online and just had to try them. They aren't hard but they do have several steps so it can take a little time. Complete recipe and instructions at bottom of the page. First you make a box of fudge brownies, then you make cookie dough (no eggs) Form - [Breakfast Gravy](https://otasteandseeblog.com/breakfast-gravy/) - Southern Favorites #2 Breakfast Gravy When I think of Southern favorites the first thing that comes to mind is buttermilk biscuits. Next, I think about what would go with those biscuits. My son's first response is, "Gravy". By that, he means breakfast gravy, sometimes called sausage gravy or white gravy. (Up north it would - [Homemade French Bread Pizza](https://otasteandseeblog.com/french-bread-pizza/) - French Bread Pizza - Homemade All of this week's posts are about entertaining and hospitality including tips and recipes. I remember when French Bread Pizza was first introduced. It was a new item offered by the frozen pizza makers. When I was younger, I was a VERY picky eater, but since I did like pizza my mom thought I - [Easy Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-chicken-teriyaki-stir-fry/) - What did we get when we had a Summer Time Party for sixteen to twenty-one year old's? Easy Chicken Teriyaki STIR FRY! How does that happen? In the process of planning this party we (Ok, maybe just me) had the "bright" idea to serve a veggie tray. People love that, right? In fact, just a couple of - [Southern Cornbread](https://otasteandseeblog.com/southern-cornbread/) - Cornbread and black-eyed peas are traditional Southern foods. Today, we might even call "comfort" foods, but growing up in the South, we just called it "dinner" (which was the big meal eaten sometime between noon and two p.m). What exactly is "comfort food"? According to Wikipedia "comfort food" is traditionally eaten food which often provides a nostalgic - [Time Saving Tuesday Baked Bacon](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-baked-bacon/) - This week on Time Saving Tuesday I am sharing Making Bacon in the Oven...or Baked Bacon. Our family really enjoys a BIG breakfast...as long as it isn't served before 10 a.m...and it usually includes Homemade Biscuits and Gravy, Breakfast Potatoes, grits, eggs and of course...BACON! Making bacon can be a messy business and take - [LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine, TX](https://otasteandseeblog.com/legoland-discovery-center-in-grapevine-tx/) - *This is a sponsored post written on behalf of LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine, TX. All opinions are my own. Back in the spring I received tickets to the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine, TX. We "planned" the trip several times but each time something would come up and we'd have to re-schedule. Our son's - [Date Night at P. F. Chang's](https://otasteandseeblog.com/date-night-at-p-f-changs/) - Before our kids were old enough to stay by themselves, my husband and I didn't go on too many "date nights". We'd weigh the cost of buying a couple of kid meals against the cost of a babysitter and then end taking them with us. Now that they're older my husband and I go out - [Fried Green Tomatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/fried-green-tomatoes/) - First, NOT the 1980's movie but a REAL Southern Delicacy! Besides the movie, there are a couple of possible reactions to Fried Green Tomatoes... EWWW! What in the world is that? or Oh Yeah, I've been eatin' those all my life! Fried Green Tomatoes are a very traditional Southern dish and they are just what - [Famous Fast Food Chicken Sandwiches](https://otasteandseeblog.com/famous-fast-food-chicken-sandwiches/) - A Family Favorite We eat A LOT of chicken, so I'm always looking for new ways to prepare it. Several months ago, I came across an interesting chicken sandwich recipe in my favorite magazine, Southern Living. At the end of the recipe, the author mentioned that they taste remarkable like a "well known fast - [Successful Entertaining and Hospitality](https://otasteandseeblog.com/successful-entertaining-and-hospitality/) - It was Summer Party Time at our house last weekend. Since it was our oldest daughter's birthday she decided to have a "game night". We enjoy "entertaining", but fifteen extra people can seem a little overwhelming if you're not prepared. I like to feel organized, that's why I follow these three simple steps to entertaining. Three Steps - [Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-cheesecake/) - It's National Cheesecake Day! I LOVE the "National Food Days"! I think it's such a fun idea and I'd probably make, eat and post everyone if I thought I could. I must also give a disclaimer...I did not make this cheese cake..or probably any other you would see on here. I've tried but I'm - [One Year Blogaversary](https://otasteandseeblog.com/one-year-blogaversary/) - It's my One Year Blogaversary! I can't believe it's been a whole year since I started O Taste and See! Looking back to that first post, Bullet Brownies, (I hope) I've come a long way, especially when it comes to the pictures. I'm torn between replacing them and leaving them as a reminder. It seems - [Chicken Bake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-bake/) - "I bet you could make this at home" As much as I love to cook, and my family loves eating at home, we also LOVE to eat out! When our children were younger and could share our meal we did it more often than we do now. One of the places everyone enjoyed going - [Oatmeal Cookie Pancakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/oatmeal-cookie-pancakes/) - Cookies for Breakfast?! YEAH! I have always loved breakfast, even if it was early. My grandmother was "old school", she made my grandfather a BIG breakfast everyday and since that's where I spend a lot of time in my preschool years, I grew up thinking that's what everybody did. My husband's mom made him breakfast too, - [Making Memories and Ice Cream](https://otasteandseeblog.com/i-scream-you-scream-we-all-scream-for-ice-cream/) - My New Ice Cream Maker One evening as my husband and I were talking, he casually mentioned that he "might" have ordered an ice cream maker. In my mind I pictured the old fashioned, hand cranked ice cream makers of my childhood. It was often used on hot summer days at my grandparents house in - [Texas Trivia and Homemade Tortilla Chips](https://otasteandseeblog.com/texas-trivia-and-homemade-tortilla-chips/) - Time for a little Texas Trivia! What is the official snack of the state of Texas? I know, all of you out there NOT from Texas are saying, "Texas has an official snack?"....Why, yes we DO! IT'S TORTILLA CHIPS AND SALSA! Is anyone REALLY surprised? Not if you're FROM Texas. Official Snack of Texas I - [Roasted Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/roasted-potatoes/) - These Roasted Potatoes are one of our favorite side dishes. Our family loves them! We have served them to other people and THEY love them. I found the recipe on the back of an onion soup mix box. The picture looked good so I decided to try it....that was about TWENTY years ago...I've been making - [Anniversary Dinner at Gloria's](https://otasteandseeblog.com/anniversary-dinner-at-glorias/) - I can hardly believe it! We've been married 21 years. Time does fly when you're having FUN....as the old saying goes! So, what did we do to celebrate our 21st anniversary? The same thing we do to celebrate ALL our anniversaries (and other special occasions, too). Went OUT to eat! This year we chose to - [Macaroni and Cheese](https://otasteandseeblog.com/macaroni-and-cheese/) - Hey, that's not a picture of Macaroni and Cheese. No, that's "Grandma" and me. She's not really my grandma, she's my children's Grandma (my husband's mom). I call her "Grandma" because when my husband and I first married we struggled with what to call each other's parents. Being brought up in the South, we didn't - [Time Saving Tuesday Peeling Sweet Potatoes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-peeling-sweet-potatoes/) - This Time Saving Tuesday Peeling Sweet Potatoes is something I learned from a friend several years ago. As with most all of my "Time Saving Tuesday" tips it was one of those, "Why didn't I think of that sooner" moments! If you've ever tried to peel and cut a sweet potato you know it's - [Strawberry Shortcake](https://otasteandseeblog.com/strawberry-shortcake/) - Today I'm linking with Emily at Nap-Time Creations as she shares an awesome Summer Fun Series! I'm honored to be a part of this great series that offers fun ideas, suggestions and recipes for things to do this summer. I told you about our "dessert eating month", shared with my in-laws, and how - [Time Saving Tuesday - Microwave Corn on the Cob](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-microwave-corn-on-the-cob/) - Crock Pot Baked Potatoes were my best "discovery" of 2013 (thanks again to my friend RaShell!), and Microwave Corn on the Cob may be that for 2014! How has it taken me so long to learn this? This "tip" came from an elderly lady, who we don't know, that happened to be purchasing corn at - ["Fancy" Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chicken-cordon-bleu-2/) - I always thought of Chicken Cordon Bleu as one of those "fancy" dishes you only get at restaurants or bought frozen at the grocery store. The restaurant version is usually wonderful, while the frozen version is OK if you're in a hurry and don't mind "processed" food. Several years ago my mother-in-law and - [Pork Fried Rice - From Leftovers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pork-fried-rice-from-leftovers/) - "What's for dinner?" That is a question I am asked at LEAST four times a day, once by each member of the family. Usually when I tell them what we are having, the response is something like, "Oh, good", but about one a week I get the typical, "Oh, leftovers" (spoken in a somewhat dejected - [Grilled Corn on the Cob](https://otasteandseeblog.com/grilled-corn-on-the-cob/) - Before we moved to Texas we lived in Pennsylvania for ten years. They don't grow many of the same vegetables that I grew up eating in the South. Their summers are too short to grow things like black eyed peas and okra but one thing they grow well is CORN...acres and acres of corn. - [Mom's Famous Five](https://otasteandseeblog.com/moms-famous-five/) - Today is my son's 13th birthday! Since it's summer and we aren't on our typical schedule we can easily loose track of the date, which is exactly what my son did, until last week. About mid-week he must have asked someone or seen the date somewhere and in a somewhat surprised voice said, "Hey - [All American Dessert Round Up](https://otasteandseeblog.com/american-dessert-round/) - This week we celebrate our nation's birth! And Celebration = Food! We Americans LOVE dessert and often the sweeter, the better. Every country has it's own spin on dessert, usually related to the things grown naturally there. Today I've put together an All American Dessert Round Up featuring six desserts that may not be "unique" - [Pepper Steak](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pepper-steak/) - This is another recipe that came with my husband. When we were first married and my husband mentioned Pepper Steak, my mind went immediately to the Chinese version, but when I got this recipe from his mom, it wasn't "Chinese" at all. I was actually quite thankful because I don't really like bell peppers and - [Honey Glazed Carrots](https://otasteandseeblog.com/honey-glazed-carrots/) - It appears I've been posting A LOT of desserts lately! I guess my "sweet tooth" must be working overtime. I thought it might be time for something a little more "healthy" so I decided to make these Honey Glazed Carrots for dinner...and the blog. They were quick and easy. No peeling and chopping is - [Homemade Chicken Fingers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-chicken-fingers/) - Often we think of Chicken Fingers only as "kid food", but I think most people enjoy them. Everyone in our family likes them, but no one usually orders them now that we've all outgrown the kid menu. I've bought the prepackaged, frozen version occasionally from the grocery store, but they are expensive and not very - [Pizza Pinwheels](https://otasteandseeblog.com/pizza-pinwheels/) - Several months ago when I started this blog I was introduced to Pinterest. Yes, I realize I may have been the last person aware of the plethora of pictures and information that can be found on Pinterst. One of the first boards I started I titled "Recipes I Want to Try". I've been pinning here - [Bacon Chicken Tomato Tortellini](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-chicken-tomato-tortellini/) - Before I started this blog, I was NOT a blog reader. In fact, I could count on one hand (probably with fingers left over) the number of times I had (on purpose) read someone's blog. However, once I started blogging, I realized the time, effort and energy that goes into it and how much I - [Bullet Brownies ](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bullet-brownies/) - At our church we do things a little differently. My husband is the pastor and when we started the church a few years ago, we decided we wanted everyone to REALLY know each other. Doing that would require spending quality time together. One way we like to do this is by having a fellowship - [Restaurant.com Best Price This Year](https://otasteandseeblog.com/restaurant-com-best-price-this-year/) - *This post sponsored by Restaurant.com and U S Family Guide, but I'm posting it because it's a great deal! Restaurant.com Best Price This Year! Hurry, This Promotion Good for TODAY Only! Sizzle up Your Summer with this $3 for $25 Deal from Restaurant.com! Craving barbecue, seafood, burgers, or lighter fare? Whatever your taste, - [Blueberry Buckle](https://otasteandseeblog.com/blueberry-buckle/) - Welcome to my first (and possibly last) Wordless Wednesday. I'm not sure how far I will get with the "wordless" but here it goes...Blueberry Buckle. I made it! Ok, Here's the Recipe... - [Sweet Tea](https://otasteandseeblog.com/sweet-tea/) - Disclaimer: No offense is intended to anyone NOT from the South...bless your heart. Today is National Iced Tea day! I've suspected for a while that these "National Days" were created by a Southerner, now I know they were! I'm a little surprised this isn't a paid holiday in the South. It's no secret, we Southerners - [Cuban Pork](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cuban-pork/) - Recently, a young lady from our church got married. At the shower we had for her, some of us who have been married a while, were talking about the "adjustments" that marriage brings. You don't realize how many things you do and think differently, mostly due to your upbringing. We tend to assume everyone does - [Black Beans](https://otasteandseeblog.com/black-beans/) - When we have Cuban Pork we always serve Black Beans and Yellow Rice. Black beans are a "staple" in most Latin American cultures but I had never eaten them (or even knew there was such a thing) again, until I met my husband. At that time I didn't think I liked beans, but I loved - [Bacon Cheese BBQ Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/bacon-cheese-bbq-chicken/) - Disclaimer: No offense is intended for those who eat, enjoy and promote those foods mentioned below A few simple ingredients turn boring chicken into Bacon Cheese BBQ Chicken Like many other things, Food has its "Fads" What I mean by that is, types of foods, particular foods and diets tend to cycle in and out - [Time Saving Tuesday - Homemade Bacon Bits](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-bacon-bits/) - Bacon bits are a great topping for so many dishes, but like most "convenience" foods, they can be expensive. Making them myself is easy enough but I usually don't think about it until I'm in the middle of cooking dinner and I need them right away....not to mention, cooking bacon is messy. Recently, I came - [Strawberry-Banana Smoothie over Pancakes](https://otasteandseeblog.com/strawberry-banana-smoothie-021/) - We spent about three years traveling and visiting churches all across the country as a part of my husband's ministry. In the course of this traveling, we had the opportunity to stay with many families. I loved getting to know these people and learning new things from them. Eating with other families is often an - [Fry Bread](https://otasteandseeblog.com/fry-bread/) - Most of the recipes here at O Taste and See come from our Southern Heritage, but this one comes from the "Indian" side of our family. I mention often "Grandma" (my husband's mom) and all the wonderful recipes I've gotten from her. Even though this Fry Bread recipe came from her, it originated (rather reluctantly) - [Homeschool End of the Year Party](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homeschool-end-of-the-year-party/) - What do Homeschoolers do on the last day of the school year? We've just completed our TENTH year of homeschooling. I just had to count that twice because I can't believe it's been that long....OK, there are some days that it seems every bit that long and much more. Over the years we've gotten - [Birthday Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/birthday-chicken/) - This Birthday Chicken is loved by everyone in our family but I don't usually serve it to guests and have been reluctant to put it on the blog. Even though it tastes great and everyone who's had it enjoyed it, there's one problem....it doesn't look very appetizing. My family thinks it looks yummy, but - [Fried Ravioli](https://otasteandseeblog.com/fried-ravioli/) - FINALLY! I did it....Successfully made and photographed Fried Ravioli! I have been trying to do this post since October or November. This Fried Ravioli even made my Top 5 Epic Fails of 2013. I tried a couple of times but had "issues"...Daylight Savings Time, trying to cook too many things at once, and a really - [Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken](https://otasteandseeblog.com/brown-sugar-bacon-wrapped-chicken/) - I try to grocery shop only once a month (although not always very successfully) so I stock up on sale items and use them in multiple dishes. Recently, I made Homemade Bacon Bits, Birthday Chicken, Bacon Cheese BBQ Chicken and my daughter made this Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken. As you may have guessed, bacon and chicken - [Chorizo Quesadillas](https://otasteandseeblog.com/chorizo-quesadillas/) - Some of you may be asking, "What is Chorizo?" It's a slightly spicy Mexican pork sausage, originating in Spain but enjoyed in many Latin American countries. The flavor varies slightly by country due to availability of spices. Here in Texas we have "Mexican" Chorizo. It comes uncooked in a casing like many other types - [Time Saving Tuesday - Left Over Soup](https://otasteandseeblog.com/left-over-soup/) - Sometimes I have a hard time throwing things away and food is no exception. When dinner is over and we have food left I put it in the frig and save it for later. I try to find "new" things to do with this food since "left over" night isn't always very popular. I'm not - [Cherry Pie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/cherry-pie/) - YEAH! Summer is here!!! It feels like I've been waiting FOR-EVER to share this Cherry Pie with you. I always make it at Christmas but it's the perfect Summer pie. It's so easy ANYONE can make it...really, even if you don't think you can cook...THIS you can do. Trust me! You're family will love it - [Mitra's Tearoom](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mitras-tearoom/) - A couple of weeks ago my daughters and I attended a Mother/Daughter Luncheon with the other moms and daughters from our church. We went to a lovely place called Mitra's Tearoom. I thought is was such a nice place I wanted to share it with you all. I was having a hard time finding - [Homemade Frozen Biscuits](https://otasteandseeblog.com/homemade-frozen-biscuits/) - Today on Time Saving Tuesday I'd like to share with you a GENIUS idea, Homemade Frozen Biscuits, that I tried after reading about it in my favorite magazine....Southern Living. I've mentioned before how much I love SL. I'm often inspired by the decorating ideas, but their food articles are my favorite. Something in every issue - [Memorial Day](https://otasteandseeblog.com/memorial-day/) - A couple of weeks ago my son and I were studying World War II. We read some really great books highlighting the courage and bravery of many men and women of that generation. As I think about their attitude of self-sacrifice, financial struggles, and commitment to freedom, I believe they were aptly named, "The Greatest - [The Best Chocolate Frosting Ever](https://otasteandseeblog.com/the-best-chocolate-frosting-ever/) - At the risk of sounding WAY younger than I actually am, I decided to name this, " The Best Chocolate Frosting, Ever". I realize that's quite a claim...and very subjective! I see other recipes using the claim of "BEST" about this or that and I will admit, I almost always check it out, so I - [Strawberry Blackberry Smoothie](https://otasteandseeblog.com/strawberry-blackberry-smoothie/) - My son recently got braces and as anyone who has or has had braces knows, your eating changes. Some foods are "off limits" altogether, some have to be modified, the way some are eaten has to be changed and some just aren't worth the trouble. For a few days after he got them on, - [Easy Chicken Broccoli Cheese Soup ](https://otasteandseeblog.com/easy-chicken-broccoli-cheese-soup/) - What does every busy mom want for dinner....something quick, easy and "home-made". If you've read very many of my recipes, you know I don't use a lot of "convenience" foods. I prefer to make things from "scratch", but adding chicken, extra cheese and sour cream to this prepackaged Broccoli Cheese Soup makes a hardy, delicious - [A Special Blessing](https://otasteandseeblog.com/a-special-blessing/) - Today I'm not sharing a recipe...just a story...a Special Blessing really. Summer's coming and that means many things...no school, hot weather, free time, staying up late, sleeping in and Camp! For the last several years Camp has been the highlight of the summer for our children. Each one began going around fourth grade. They - [Time Saving Tuesday - Bell Peppers](https://otasteandseeblog.com/time-saving-tuesday-bell-peppers/) - Another Time Saving Tuesday Tip...Freezing Bell Peppers I love the beautiful colors of fresh Bell Peppers. Although I love the color of Bell Peppers, I don't care for the taste...nor does anyone else in our family. I do however, have a few recipes that use them. Since they aren't something I purchase regularly I - [The Best Cream Cheese Frosting](https://otasteandseeblog.com/the-best-cream-cheese-frosting/) - Don't you just love that term...."The Best"? It is extremely subjective and does beg the question, "In whose opinion?", but it makes a better title than My Family Really Likes This Icing on Cake So, I give you The Best Cream Cheese Frosting... I use this icing on Italian Cream Cake and Red Velvet Cake. (Although, - [Thanksgiving Post Day 11:](https://otasteandseeblog.com/thanksgiving-post-day-11/) - Today I Am Thankful For: My wonderful Husband, who makes me laugh! My husband has many "jobs", one being "editor" of this blog. I write the post but before they go live he reads over them and often makes small changes in grammar, punctuation, or "tech" stuff. Friday, while at the grocery store, I - [Printable April Meal Plan](https://otasteandseeblog.com/printable-april-meal-plan/) - Another month is here and gone and it's time for more meal planning! The Printable April Meal Plan has some great "old favorites" as well as plenty of yummy new recipes to try. I'm so thankful that it's finally Spring and our family is looking forward to a wonderful Easter Celebration! Head on - [Grill Once - Eat All Week](https://otasteandseeblog.com/grill-once-eat-all-week/) - We Love To Grill..... By "we", I mean my husband loves to grill and the rest of us love to eat what he has grilled. It all started a little over twelve years ago when I was pregnant with our son. While going to what I thought would be a routine doctor's appointment, - [Glen Eden Resort](https://otasteandseeblog.com/glen-eden-resort/) - *This is a promotional post written by me on behalf of Glen Eden Resort and USFamily Guide. I don't know about you, but I could use a vacation! Spring Break vacationers who want to be off the beaten path but still close to a major ski resort look no further than Glen Eden Resort! Glen - [I'm a Planner](https://otasteandseeblog.com/im-a-planner/) - I am a "planner", my husband is a "planner" and by default, our children are "planners". What does that mean, you may be asking? It means, among other things, we like to have a plan. It makes us feel organized, efficient and in control...but that's another issue. This planning affects almost every area of my - [Broccoli Casserole](https://otasteandseeblog.com/broccoli-casserole/) - This post is today's featured recipe at Frugal Homeschool Family. Homeschooling moms are BUSY people! Most people don't realize, homeschooling is a "full-time job", especially if you have more than one child. I often struggle with time management. I get focused on teaching, assignments and projects and run out of time for other things like - [Monthly Menu Planner - February](https://otasteandseeblog.com/monthly-menu-planner/) - The Most Frequently Asked Question at My House.... What's For Dinner? I am honored to be a new monthly contributor for Heather at Frugal Homeschool Family. Heather has great homeschool ideas, wonderful frugal living tips and recipes as well as TONS of free printables. Her focus is on helping moms get organized, live better - [A Month of Thanksgiving](https://otasteandseeblog.com/month-thanksgiving/) - Inspired by my daughters, who are posting a daily "Thanksgiving" post on Facebook, I will be doing the same...or at least attempting to. I'm already late getting started, but no less thankful. Each day I will post or include in my post something for which I am thankful. May God use this to remind me - [Mattress Giveaway](https://otasteandseeblog.com/mattress-giveaway/) - Today I'm helping Allie from Fabulous Fixes promote a mattress giveaway. This sounds like a great deal on a high quality mattress. I think we can all agree, a good night's sleep is very important but a new mattress may not be in the budget. If you live in the Continental U S, you can enter - [Rainbow Brownies](https://otasteandseeblog.com/rainbow-brownies/) - I saw these this morning and just COULDN'T resist! They are adorable AND great party food....especially for children! http://www.yammiesnoshery.com/2013/08/rainbow-brownies.html - [What to expect this week](https://otasteandseeblog.com/expect-week/) - Although most of my cooking is influenced by my Southern heritage, this week's recipes will be tried and true Southern favorites. 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