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Hello friends and Happy Fri-Yay!
The weekend is here and the weather is great so put away those take-out menus and fire up the grill.
Tonight try making a Black and Blue Burger!
I made these during the Labor Day holiday weekend and they were so simple to make. You can use either Blue or Goat Cheese to jazz up an ordinary burger.
There were only a few ingredients I needed to create these delicious burgers.
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Ground Beef or Ground Chicken or Turkey
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1 Egg
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Blue Cheese Crumbles
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Fresh Sweet Peppers sliced
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Buns
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Condiments
Mix the ground beef, egg and packet of Lipton Recipe Secrets in a medium bowl. I usually wear plastic gloves because I hate having meat under my nails, but make sure to wash your hands after handling raw meat even if using gloves.
Separate meat into 2 equal portions, and use just enough to make the number of patties required. With your thumb make a dimple in the middle of each patty. Sprinkled on a few pieces of Blue Cheese Crumbles then top with a slice of pepper.
Use the other half of beef to cover each patty, pinch the sides to ensure cheese crumbles are covered.
Fire up the grill and cook patties for approximately 8 mins on each side or until thoroughly done reaching an internal temperature of at least 160 F.
BTW, I left mine on the grill too long and burned them, hence the title “BLACK and Blue”, so keep an eye on them.
While the burgers are cooking, “dress your buns”. I like mine lightly toasted with raw onions, sliced tomatoes, ketchup and pickles!
My men and I all love cheese so you know this is the only way I make burgers on the grill or on top of the stove!
Stay Blessed ~ No Stress in 2014
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Hello friends,
Happy Labor Day 2014, the unofficial end of the summer (BOO!!!). I can’t remember a summer flying by as fast as this one did, how about you?
So what are your plans for the grill today? It’s going to be a gorgeous day here in Delaware so I’ll be outside cooking later this afternoon. However, if you are staying indoors but still want grilled hot dogs you might want to try this tasty recipe.
I used Jennie-O turkey products because we don’t eat pork and not a lot of beef. I wrapped a slice of turkey bacon around each hot dog then secured them with two toothpicks.
Pour a little olive oil in the skillet and allow the bacon wrapped dogs to cook for approximately 15 minutes, turning to keep them from burning.
Once the bacon is crispy, add chopped onions and peppers, turn heat on low allowing the peppers and onions to soften for a few minutes longer.
Remove toothpicks and turn hot dogs to ensure they are thoroughly cooked. In the meantime, toast your bun.
“Dress your bun” with your choice of condiments add chips or fries and enjoy!
What is your favorite way to cook hot dogs?
Can’t forget to include a little adult beverage, remember to drink responsibly!
I hope you enjoy the rest of your day!
Stay Blessed ~ No Stress in 2014!
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Hello friends and Happy Fri-Yay!
Welcome to the Weekend Wind-Down Link Party #34
Before we begin, I want to once again thank Karen @MrsLookingGood for selecting me to be part of her Up Close and Personal feature. It was truly a humbling experience and if you would like to read my interview, please click on the picture below.
Before you leave or head out to celebrate the last big hurrah of the summer, LABOR
DAY (yay), please take a little time to link up at the #WWDParty, then visit a few other blogs.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS WEEK’S FEATURED BLOGGERS
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De Divah Deals
Snippets of Inspiration
A Living Sacrifice
Mustard Seed Mommy
Moms Who Save
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Hello friends,
are you gearing up for this long Labor Day Weekend? What are your plans, will you be heading to the parks, a pool party, or just chillaxin at home? I will be doing a little grilling using the Yoshi Grill Mats, cleaning out a few closets and watching movies.
This holiday is going to be bittersweet because it’s the first one without Malik and also because it’s the last official one of the summer. I keep telling myself, “this too shall pass!”
A few weeks ago, I decided to make a Poke Cake after seeing a recipe for one online.
Hubby was a little skeptical because he had never heard of pouring jello over a cake, thinking it would be too soggy so in his mind he didn’t like it even before tasting it.
Using Duncan Hines cake mix and following the box directions I allowed the cake to cool before poking in the holes.
While the cake cooled, I made the gelatin, using Jolly Rancher Blue Raspberry for a holiday “red white and blue” theme.
Using a wooden skewer I poked random holes into the cake, stopping half way through then poured the liquid gelatin across the top.
The pan was then placed in the refrigerator for approximately three hours to set. After removing the cake from the pan it was frosted and topped with canned strawberries.
I loved it, hubby, again not so much but of course my mini men ate several slices.
Have you ever made a Poke Cake? If so, what jello and toppings did you use?
Don’t forget to come back at 6:00 for the #WWDParty.
Stay Blessed ~ No Stress in 2014!
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Hello friends,
I hope you all are enjoying this beautiful end of the summer Saturday. I know summer doesn’t officially end until September 22nd, but for some strange reason, the Middletown Old Tyme Peach Festival seems to mark the end of it for me.
The Peach Festival was actually held last weekend and Malik and I were only able to spend about an hour there. Most of the morning we were in Walmart shopping for dorm supplies so unfortunately by the time we arrived there were no peaches left!
You have to get there early to even get a slice of peach pie from the M.O.T. Jean Birch Center. The crowds were large and the weather was warm but not an oppressive heat as it had been in previous years.
A few places like The Java House and Off the Kuff were no longer in business, instead they were replaced by Jewelpalooza and Candy Connections both great shops especially for this kid-friendly town.
Thankfully, Saving Grace Christian Bookstore was still open so we popped in there for a short visit. There are so many great gift ideas so make sure to pick up something for the holidays.
Now that the fireworks from the 4th of July and the parade of the Peach festival are over, there is one last major summer event in Middletown, the M.O.T. Big Ball Marathon.
This fun, and family friendly fundraiser is held during the Labor Day weekend and then that will definitely mark the end of the Summer 2014!
Does your town have an “end of the summer festival”?
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Happy Fri-Yay!
Welcome to the Weekend Wind-Down Link Party!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS WEEK’S FEATURED BLOGGERS
Check our Pinterest Page as they are also featured there.
De Divah Deals
Snippets of Inspiration
A Living Sacrifice
Mustard Seed Mommy
Moms Who Save
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Are you a WALDO?
Do you have a White After Labor Day Outfit?
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Growing up I used to hear people say that you should never ever wear white after Labor Day. Growing up we didn’t have many clothes so I probably didn’t have enough white outfits to wear the entire summer let alone carry over past Labor Day.
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Now the older I get the quicker the seasons seem to change and the larger my wardrobe grows. I don’t know about you, but I never get a chance to wear all of my summer outfits in the summer months. Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, but September 21st is the actual date so I will continue to wear white until then and maybe perhaps even into Fall.
Remember when I got these jeans for $1.00 at JCPenney
Hubby took my pics this morning – he makes me smile – I love him so!
This top has been hanging in my closet for as long as I can remember
Oh and you know my toes stay open until it snows!
Mossimo Sandals via Target
How about you, do you wear white after Labor Day?
Linking up the entire month of September with Bloggy Moms – hop on over and join in on the fun
Have a fantastical day – Smooches!
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Hello Friends, I hope you all had a wonderful and restful long holiday weekend!
Today the weather didn’t cooperate so I didn’t get a chance to sit by the pool, so instead I watched “The Haves and Have Nots” marathon on OWNTV Network and worked on my Blog with next week’s posts.
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Last month I received several nominations for Blogger Awards and having finally found the time I want to say, “THANK YOU” and pass them along to others.
Thank You
How it works:
1. Display the Award Certificate on your blog
2. Announce your win with a post and thank the blogger who nominated you.
3. Present 15 deserving bloggers with the award.
4. Link your nominees in the post and let them know of their nomination with a comment.
5. Post 7 interesting things about yourself.
My nominees – in no particular order:
- http://kenyalfashionblog.com/
- http://onstyleaction.com/
- http://thebigforestuk.wordpress.com/
- http://stylesalvation.wordpress.com/
- http://cindyknoke.com/
- http://cncfashionaccessories.wordpress.com/
- http://sonofmountmalang.wordpress.com/
- http://chicshoemagnet.wordpress.com/
- http://jinelleloves.com/
- http://nhcouture.wordpress.com/
- http://missuschi.wordpress.com/
- http://imagesbytdashfield.wordpress.com/
- http://pillowsalamode.wordpress.com/
- http://kaligrafinusantaraonline.wordpress.com/
- http://uthamz.wordpress.com/
7 Interesting Things About Me
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My Birthday is September 20th
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I am left-handed
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I LOVE wine
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I wear glasses but hate wearing glasses
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I have been married for 23 years and am still in LOVE
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I love spicy foods
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I have a 3 hour daily round trip commute to work
THANK YOU ~ THANK YOU ~ THANK YOU!
HAVE A FANTABULOUS NIGHT!
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Hello Friends and Happy Labor Day!
I hope you are enjoying some much deserved time off to spend with family, friends or just a little “me time”
Stay safe and be blessed!
Share your thoughts
The beginning of a new week, may it be blessed and productive. Yes, I am wearing white after
Labor Day because summer isn’t over and it was hot today! Headed out for weekly grocery shopping in white capris and green/white polka dot top both thrifted from Goodwill. Green sandals from NYand Company and sunnies won from Penny Chic.
Sunday link up with Modern Modest Beauty, check her out at Modern Modest Beauty
Have a nice evening and even better week. Smooches!
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