Day: May 27, 2019

Memorial Day 2019

Dear Sis,

I like to make a special treat and cook out on Memorial Day. It was a perfect opportunity to test another recipe for Evelyn’s birthday picnic next month:) 

Watermelon Rice Krispy Treats
Yields 12
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Rind Ingredients
  1. 3 T salted butter
  2. 4 c mini marshmallows
  3. green food coloring
  4. 4 c crisp rice cereal
Watermelon Ingredients
  1. 3 T salted butter
  2. 5 c mini marshmallows
  3. red food coloring
  4. 5 c crisp rice cereal
  5. mini semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Grease two round cake pans with butter.
  2. For rind, melt butter and marshmallows in a microwave safe bowl for 60 seconds. Stir until smooth. Stir in color. Stir in cereal. Press half mixture around outer edge of each cake pan.
  3. For watermelon, melt butter and marshmallows in a microwave safe bowl for 60 seconds. Stir until smooth. Stir in color. Stir in cereal. Press half mixture into center of each cake pan. Sprinkle each watermelon center with chocolate chips and press them in. Stand until set.
  4. Turn each pan out on a board and slice into 6 pieces, just before serving.
Adapted from Thrifty Fun
Adapted from Thrifty Fun
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While I was in the kitchen, Josh mowed and trimmed for me. William played most of the time, but also got a chance to help. The mower stalls a lot when a two year old is holding down the bar:)

I’ve finally got my burger recipe perfected, so I guess it is time to share it:)

Cheesy Chive Burgers
Yields 12
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Ingredients
  1. 3 lb. ground beef
  2. 3 c shredded Cheddar Jack
  3. 1/2 c fresh parsley, minced
  4. 1/4 c fresh chives, minced
  5. 3 cloves garlic, minced
  6. 1 1/2 t hickory salt
  7. 1 t ground pepper
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients until well mixed.
  2. Press into a dozen burger patties.
  3. Grill, panfry, or layer between waxed paper and freezer for later. Thaw in fridge before cooking.
  4. Serve with buns, cheese slices, and all your favorite burger fixings.
Adapted from From Freezer to Table
Adapted from From Freezer to Table
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Happy Memorial Day!

Love,

b

Memorial Weekend and the Long Awaited Baptism Gown

Hi Sis,

Memorial weekend went by in a blur! Nate had Friday off (His company does 9hr days and has every other Friday off… and it is absolutely wonderful!) so he and a few friends gathered to play games. Mom also came over to spend some time with Evelyn/us lol!

While those two were having fun, I finished the baptism gown!

On Saturday, mom and I spent the morning running around a few local garage sales. Evelyn lucked out, here she is with her lot.Nate helped her wash the toys. She was completely saturated from all the splashing!

Afterward, Pamela came over and joined us girls for some plant shopping. I got some flowers for the flower pots in front of the house and a few herbs and other goodies for the garden.

On Sunday Nate and I woke early to help with the Baptism. It was a very busy day driving, setting up the party, and talking to friends.  And Erin looked adorable in her gown!

Jenn came to the baptism! Jenn, Lanky (Erin’s dad) and Nate (my hubby) have been best friends since 2nd grade! It was Jenn’a first time meeting Evelyn and I think Erin too! We will see everyone again soon at Evelyn’s birthday!!

We went home very sleepy, and happy Nate didn’t have to run to work monday morning. He was looking forward to playing games with a few friends. Who knew, all three friends would cancel! So, we ended up working in the garden. I have a video of Evelyn I need to upload!

Love,

Jamiegoof