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Food Blog Week in Review & Menu: June 22

Welcome to the food blog’s week in review. This is our way at families of catching you up on what you’ve missed over the last week. This week was the week of frozen desserts–just in time for the summer’s hot weather. June 22 Strawberry Crumble Truffle–This is a delicious layered dessert made with a baked crunchy crumble topping and a creamy layer of strawberry filling. Maybe Michele is inviting us all over to her house for the 4th of July? With these tempting recipes I’m ready to go!!! If you plan on grilling for the 4th of July, try something … Continue reading →

Decorated Handprint Cookies

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I normally do not venture over here into the Food section. My safe zones are in Education, Marriage, and now Movies. However, as a teacher I watch my kindergarten students and my own children sit endlessly and trace their hands with crayons and markers. The girls then proceed to cut out the hands and decorate them with beautifully colored nails and fine jewelry. While the boys are not into this activity so much, they do enjoy some crafty projects every now and then! That is why when I found this adorable cookie recipe I just could not resist sharing it … Continue reading →

Old Fashioned Ice Cream Roll

Did your grandmother used to make this old fashioned summer treat? I must confess, I had never heard of it before until I stumbled upon a recipe in my Amish cookbook. I tried it and failed miserably. However, this version is a little more fool proof. The cake requires a few less ingredients and if you’re careful to follow the directions–it will come out beautifully. It will still require a good part of time, but it’s delicious and well worth the effort. Covered in a yummy caramel sauce, this is a can’t loose dessert–especially if you’re planning on entertaining this … Continue reading →