Spring Break

So spring break is over and it's back to the routines....getting the kids off to school, babysitting, all the hustle and bustle getting the kids home, dinner, dishes, baths, bedtime, and then get up and do it all over again. The break was nice. We went to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge for a few days. We went to Ripley's Aquarium and to enjoy some put put golf. I think Logan's favorite part was the hotel. He LOVED the pool. He would have stayed there the entire trip if we would have let him. Ryan, he enjoys everything as long as there is an open spot for him to run. We briefly lost him at the aquarium due to that...Anyway, it was nice to finally be able to actually go somewhere for spring break instead of just hanging at the house.

Salsa

1 (14 1/2 oz) can tomatoes with green chilis
1 (14 1/2 oz) can whole tomatoes, undrained
4 tsp jalepenos (from jar)
1 tsp onion powder
3/4 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp sugar


Put all ingredients into a food processor or blender. Blend for only a few seconds at a time until you get the desired consistancy. Let sit in refrigerator for at least 8 hrs or overnight before serving so that the flavors blend.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

18-oz peanut butter; creamy or crunchy
1 can whipped cream-cheese cake icing


Empty both containers into a microwave safe bowl.  Heat for 30 seconds, stir, and then heat for 30 more seconds.  Mix well then pour into a wax paper lined 8x8 square pan.  Refrigerate for 1 hour.  Cut into 1-inch pieces.

Chicken Pot Pie

Filling
1-lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can cream of celery soup
1 can cream of potato soup
2 large cans mixed vegetables (drained)
Salt 
Pepper


Crust
1 cup self-rising flour
1 cup milk
1 cup mayonnaise

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Cut up chicken and combine with all the filling ingredients.  Pour into a buttered 9 x 13 pan.  Mix the crust ingredients and pour over the filling.  Bake on a sheet pan for 1 hour.

Pimiento Cheese Spread

Ingredients
8oz shredded cheddar cheese
1 block cream cheese; softened
½ c mayonnaise
1 small jar pimientos
salt/pepper to taste


Combine all ingredients thoroughly.  Serve chilled with crackers or as a sandwich.


*If you like it spicy, add some chopped jalapeno.

Princess Olivia's Birthday Party

If there is one thing that is close to being as rewarding as being a mother, it is being an aunt! Today we celebrated my niece Olivia's 1st birthday. She is such a sweetheart. Of coarse, I have her spoiled rotten since I have been babysitting her since she was born. She came along in perfect timing to help us while grieving the loss of my dad. Her little smile will light up the room. Happy Birthday Olivia, I love you!