Tags: Bush's Beans, chicken, Dinner, Grilling, summer

“Grillin’ Bold this Memorial Day? Bush’s has the beans for it. Come join the cookout with Cookin’ Canuck and Hoosier Homemade sponsored by Bush’s Grillin’ Beans”

It has been such a pleasure partnering with Bush’s Grillin’ Beans.  I developed this oh so simple Mexi-Style Chicken that will have you and your guests thrilled.  Wait until you sink your teeth into it.  This simple chicken recipe goes perfect with Bush’s Texas Ranchero Grillin’ Beans.

Hope you enjoy!

 

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Be sure to check out the Giveaway on Hoosier Homemade and Cookin Canuck!

Have a great day, Come back soon!

Ever have some of those days where you need a quick dessert but you are short on time?  Well……I’ve got the perfect idea for you that is not only delicious, but looks like a million bucks.  My simple COOL WHIP Cake Trifles!

Find a convenient store bought cake of your choice, cut it into chunks then take out your thawed COOL WHIP.

Find some pretty little trifle dishes or even glass bowls.  Start layering cubed cake pieces, a dollop of COOL WHIP and repeat until you’ve reached the top of your dish.  Talk about making something store bought extra special right?!

The great thing about this idea is you can use any flavor of cake you’d like.  You can even add sliced fruit and even nuts in between your layers for a vibrant sweet addition.

Next time you are in a pinch for a beautiful dessert, remember how easy it is to enhance those pre-made cakes with COOL WHIP.

Hope you enjoy!

Be sure to check out my Cool Whip Ad in June’s issues of Family Circle and Real Simple Magazines!

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Have a great day!  Come back soon

May 4, 2012

Stay tuned next week friends because these beautiful KitchenAid goodies will be up for grabs!  I am partnering with KitchenAid and Cook For The Cure for Mother’s Day and offering the Raspberry Ice Stand Mixer and Pink Blender to 2 lucky readers!  They are so gorgeous!

It all starts next Monday.  First, I’ll be sharing beautiful Mother’s Day Brunch recipes including:

Mini Broccoli, Cheddar and Bacon Quiche

White Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Banana Cupcakes

Creamy Blueberry Lemon Crepes

Then….. the giveaway for these 2 beauties will go live next Friday!  Stay tuned!

Have a great weekend!

May 3, 2012

Next week in honor of Mother’s Day and National Egg Month I am teaming up with Teflon Brand for a fun Twitter Party May 9th 8pm EST.   We’ll be chatting about helpful cooking tips and Mother’s Day.  Our twitter handles are @pickypalate and @TeflonBrand.  Be sure to use and follow the hashtag #TeflonEggMonth during the party.

I’ve got my eye on their new 2 piece Enamel Light Weight Cast Iron Skillets on QVC.

There will also be lots of fun giveaways up for grabs.  Take a look!

Prize Package #1

Flip It Pan

8 inch Skillet

Prize Package #2

Flip It Pan

12 inch skillet

Prize Package #3

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Apr 23, 2012 | Tags: bbq, BBQ chicken, Bush's Beans, dijon, Dinner, grill, lemon, olive oil, rosemary, thyme

Summer is coming!!  Especially for us West Coast folks.  I love breaking out my grill and preparing simple and flavorful dinner for the family.  I always have my stovetop grill handy for times like this when it’s not quite grilling time, but I really feel like grilling

When Bush’s Beans asked if I would like to partner with them for their Bush’s Grilling Beans project this summer I said yes, yes and yes!  We are crazy about beans in our house and wait until you try the varieties of Bush’s Grilling Beans.  They are incredible!

I developed this simple marinated chicken drumstick recipe that … Continue Reading »

Apr 19, 2012

What are those special things you do for your family that lets them know you care?  I sat and pondered this and of course the first thing that comes to my mind is cooking and baking for my family.  It brings me so much joy to see my family happy when I make dinner or dessert.  As a mom, that’s as good as it gets.

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Mar 30, 2012 | Tags: Cool Whip

I am working with the COOL WHIP brand this year and the 2012 COOL WHIP Creative Campaign is based on the notion that “What you add makes it.” It’s a reminder to all Moms that the little things she does, like adding a dollop of COOL WHIP to an otherwise plain cake or pie, turns ordinary into extra special.

I think it’s so true that what you add makes it.  Any special touches to your desserts will make everyone feel so special

Be sure to check out the COOL WHIP  Facebook Page for more helpful information.

Be sure to be on the lookout for me in the following magazines…May issue of Food Network Magazine and June issues of Family Circle, … Continue Reading »