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Crunch Berry Krispies
Mr. David B. showed me some colorful cereal treats earlier this afternoon, and of course I have to make my own! Er, for the kids. Yeah, that’s it…the kids. Crunch Berry Krispies. This is your standard Krispies directions. If you’ve never made …
Bastone’s Summer Menus
I had the pleasure of chatting with Chef Robert of Bastone Brewery in Royal Oak last week to discuss 2 of their special summer menus: The Burger & A Brew menu, which runs through July 27th The Summer Lunch Menu, which will …
Reese’s Pieces Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Ok, I might’ve celebrated yesterday’s National Margarita Day a bit too hard last night, because around midnight I apparently made a loaf of banana bread. Not just regular ol banana bread either. Banana bread with Reese’s Pieces Minis and Ghiradelli …
Salted Caramel Pretzel Cupcake.
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From the brand new Nom Nom’s Cupcake Factory in Westland Michigan.
From their website: “Chocolate cake stuffed with caramel filling, topped with salted caramel cream cheese frosting, drizzled with caramel and sea salt, garnished with a pretzel.”
What’s for Dinner Wednesday?
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Is this really already the end of January, 2011? Wow! I’ve barely gotten used to writing 2011 when I’m writing the date, like I had to at work earlier (which is why I’m posting this so late…I meant to do these earlier!)
What’s for dinner?
I’m the odd duck of the group. Ask the guys, or if you follow me on Twitter (@Wattyz) You probably already know this. If not, go follow me, you’ll see! 
All this talk about Taco Bell lately actually had me wanting to make tacos. See? Odd Duck! LOL They’re easy to make, and everyone in the family eats them with no complaints because they’re customizable for everyone’s tastes.
I set everything up, and there’s a taco bar setup here. Soft tortillas for the youngster, hard shells for the guys, and a big cut head of Romaine lettuce for me to make a giant taco salad with.
I found a pretty good recipe at Allrecipes. Posted Here.
Shown above is ground beef mixed with taco seasoning, a head of romaine mixed in with some regular bagged salad mix, topped with a little spanish rice, red onion, tomatoes, and cheese, with a bit of greek yogurt (I use greek yogurt in place of sour cream. More flavor and better for you. 
What’s on your plate tonight?
365 Days of Food #358 Gingerbread Snowmen (by @
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365 Days of Food
#358 Gingerbread Snowmen (by @Wattyz/@TheHungryDudes)
Having a little fun with a gingerbread snowman who fell apart.
Did you decorate any sweet treats this holiday season?
365 Days of Food #354 Orange and Cranberry French Toast (by @
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365 Days of Food
#354 Orange and Cranberry French Toast (by @Wattyz/@TheHungryDudes)
Kings Hawaiian sweet bread, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts in a citrus glaze.
I need to stop eating breakfast like this.~
365 Days of Food #346 Pot Roast Sandwich (by @
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365 Days of Food
#346 Pot Roast Sandwich (by @TheHungryDudes/@Wattyz)
Hearty leftovers for a snowy Sunday afternoon.
Shredded pot roast on toasted italian bread, topped with chopped up giardiniera vegetables.
Funny how when I asked Cameron 3 times if he wanted it, he reluctantly said ok after the third time..after i started making it, I was rushed to finish!
What’s for Dinner Wednesday?
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Did you realize that there’s only 3 more weeks until 2011? That’s crazy! Where has the year gone? Three more weeks where I’ll be bugging you with the question that I’m about to ask you right now:
What’s for dinner?
I just got off of work, and the family is going to church tonight. I’m keeping it simple: Grilled cheese and tomato soup.
Multigrain poppyseed & sesame seed bread from Trader Joe’s, a slice of pepperjack cheese, and trader joe’s roasted red pepper spread. Grilled cheese heaven.
What’s on your plate tonight?
