Leah @ April 1, 2009 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks
Red White Blue Appetizer Spread
This delicious spread recipe has patriotic colors; serve it for the Fourth of July or Labor Day on a picnic.
INGREDIENTS:
* 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
* 3 Tbsp. butter, softened
* 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
* 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
* 3 red apples
* 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
PREPARATION: Mix together the cream […]
Leah @ August 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Men's Health, Women's Health
People who are at high risk for developing cancer should definitely avoid These foodsHot dogs Because they are high in nitrates, the Cancer Prevention Coalition advises that children eat no more than 12 hot dogs a month. Processed meats and bacon Also high in the same sodium nitrates found in hot dogs, bacon, and other processed meats raise […]
Leah @ June 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Seasonal
BREAKFEST
Cheese Blintzes with Broiled Pineapple
Recipe courtesy Gale Gand
Crepes:
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup flour
Unsalted butter
Cheese Filling:
1/2 cup chilled heavy cream
1/2 cup ricotta
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
Confectioners’ sugar
Broiled Pineapple:
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 cup toasted macadamia nuts, […]
Leah @ May 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Seasonal
Here are a few recipes that would look great on anyones table on May 5th :)
Margaritas for a Crowd
1 750-milliliter bottle silver tequila (use a high-quality, 100 percent agave tequila)
1 to 2 cups (1/3 to 2/3 of a 750-milliliter bottle) Cointreu or Triple Sec
1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, plus several tablespoons extra for […]
Leah @ May 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Seasonal
Here are a collection of recipes sure to please any mother :)
Morning Glory Fruit Shake
2 c Sliced bananas
2 c Sliced strawberries
2 c Chopped pineapple or papaya*
1 c […]
Leah @ May 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Food for thought
The Etymology of Barbecue
The roads of the Southern United States are lined with a succession of grinning pigs, advertising the availability of barbecue in countless restaurants. The origins of barbecue in the South, however, are traceable to a period long before the smiling pig became a fixture on Southern roadsides. The etymology of […]
Leah @ April 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks
These are a collection of recipes that are featured on our main site: http://www.parentalplayground.com.
Beverages
Hawaiian Smoothie
Serves: 2
Cool, refreshing, and great for you! Reprinted with permission by Public Health - Seattle & King County.
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup mango, fresh or frozen
1/2 cup cantaloupe, fresh or frozen
1 cup strawberries, fresh or frozen
1 cup pineapple juice (or more to […]
Leah @ March 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Seasonal, Tis the Season
St.Patrick’s Day Recipes
Irish Coffee
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:10
Amount Measure Ingredient — Preparation Method
——– ———— ——————————–
1 1/2 ounces Irish whiskey
8 ounces […]
Leah @ February 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks
Are you planning a day of romance for your lover? Well let us suggest a few recipes to help feed that romantic flame.
Spinach and Mushroom Quiche
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Ready In: 50 Minutes
Yields: 8 servings
INGREDIENTS:
6 slices bacon
4 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups light cream
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon […]
Leah @ January 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Seasonal
Happy New Years to all of our parents here at Parental Playground, we hope that your 2008 brings you prosperity, good health and many days of happiness.
Here are a few recommended recipes to start your New Years with a bang!
Alcoholic Beverages
Champagne Cocktail
• 2 dashes bitters
• 1 tsp sugar
• chilled Champagne
• 1 […]
Jenni @ December 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Food for thought, Home and Garden
By Jennifer BargerAlmost twelve million households in America receive food assistance benefits, and an untold number struggle to provide nutritious meals for their families on a tight budget. Even if you’re not currently struggling to purchase enough groceries, chances are you’d still like to save money and eat healthier. Cutting costs on your grocery bill […]
Leah @ December 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks
Gingerbread Men
Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 egg
1 cup molasses
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons warm water
1/4 cup raisins for decorating
Directions:
In large bowl, cream shortening, sugar, egg and warmed molasses. Dissolve baking soda in warm water and add to egg mixture. […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks
Here are a few of our staff’s family favorite Thanksgiving recipes, we hope you enjoy them and share them this year with your families!
Bunny’s family favorites
My mom’s Spiced Cranberry~Pear Relish
INGREDIENTS
2 c fresh cranberries
1 c water
1 c sugar
1 small piece fresh or dried ginger root
1 or 2 firm pears (Anjou or Bosc are good)
Juice of one […]