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3153194891_353f830270_bDabbled is always experimenting in the kitchen... Check out some past food & drink recipes!

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Awesome technique for Microwaving Corn on the Cob

Awesome technique for Microwaving Corn on the Cob
I don’t normally cross post between here and Foodwhirl, but since I’ve been such a slacker at posting either place lately (I know, I know, I’ll do better this summer, I promise!) I figured you wouldn’t mind too much.  Plus this technique is soooo cool.  It’s super easy, no-mess, and really quick.  You don’t have to shuck the corn before hand, which I love. Anyway, I wrote it all up at Foodwhirl, so go check it out: Corn on the Cob: Fast, easy, & No Mess! Enjoy!

Make Mint Julep Gelato for the Derby!

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For the Kentucky Derby, you need Mint Juleps, right? Well for the Derby, or any time, this is a fabulous ice cream recipe for those Summer (or almost summer) days… This gelato was inspired by our neighbors, Sara & Paul, and their wonderful mint juleps that they make for the Derby.  Their recipe is a little nontraditional, as it calls for lemon, but I like their version even better than then typical Mint Julep drink. Gelato is healthier than ice cream because it has less fat in it, and it’s texture is just wonderful.  And while I… Read on...

Mother’s Day brunch ideas

Mother's Day brunch ideas
Some Mother’s Day indulgent brunch ideas from the always fab Just Jenn:
For some reason Mother’s Day is always about a *light* brunch, yeesh -what if your mom likes super-heavy fried chicken+mashed potatoes+biscuits like me?? Hm. Whatever – tradition says dainty, light ‘brunch, brunch, brunch’ so here are a few of my fave sweet brunch recipes. (You can always serve it with a side of fried chicken.) Go get them all here:  Mother’s Day Brunch  
I love this idea – which would be perfect for a brunch, especially if mom is a fan of bacon:… Read on...

Filled “Carrot” for Easter Bunny brunch

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This is a fabulous idea! Check out this adorable ‘carrot’ filled with egg salad from Hungry Happenings- a fun addition to an easter brunch, maybe?
From the site: There is only one spring day that starts off with your family running around the yard in search of decorated eggs. Easter Sunday is quite unique in that respect.  After our Easter egg hunts we have always gathered up our decorated eggs and whisked them off to the kitchen to add some Miracle Whip before turning them into deviled eggs or egg salad.  It’s a simple recipe, just two ingredients, but one
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Jello Easter Eggs

Jello Easter Eggs
Love this idea from Duhlicious! Jello Easter Eggs made in the shell… and plus the idea of making them into Jello shots?  Awesomeness.  Will have to try these! Go read the whole thing and get the instructions: Jello Easter Eggs  

Peeps in Formal Wear!

Peeps in Formal Wear!
Check out these jazzed up Peep bunnies in tuxedos!  These would be perfect for Easter, or maybe even a fun treat for a spring wedding! Love this idea… Should definitely come up with some variations using other types of Peeps :) From Babble:
Until this Sunday, when the kids and I dressed them in little tuxedoes of white and dark chocolate.  Suddenly, I couldn’t get enough of them. I’m not embarrassed to admit I let each of the kids eat one, while I bit the crunchy little tuxedos off of a handful of Peeps all by my
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St Patrick’s Day cooking…

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St. Patrick’s day is coming up… got any cooking plans?  Here are some of the recipes shared previously on Foodwhirl.com. Guiness Corned Beef

Leprechaun Traps for St. Pats

Leprechaun Traps for St. Pats
You do try to trap a leprechaun on St. Patrick’s day, right?  To get his pot of gold?  Every year someone asks me about leprechan traps, and every year I have to go through my old stuff and see what I can remember… So here are some resources! Read on...

How to Make Roses Roundup (from all kinds of things, including Bacon!)

How to Make Roses Roundup (from all kinds of things, including Bacon!)
Want to be clever and romantic for Vday? How to make all kinds of roses–out of all kinds of things– just in time for Valentine’s Day!  Following are tutorials for crafty rose making, as well as some edible versions (Like these roses, from BACON?) Crafty Goodness: For those who like to play… Read on...

Fabulously simple Cupid’s heart appetizers!

Fabulously simple Cupid's heart appetizers!
Isn’t this a wonderful idea for Valentines day appetizers or lunchbox treats?  I was searching for photos of tomatoes on a totally unrelated topic, and came across this one… which led me back to Eye Candy (which is a very clever food site I’ve linked to before: check out the Chicken Egg Family!). So simple and clever.. The arrow toothpick is the perfect touch! Go there and get the directions: Struck by Cupid’s Arrow Cherry Tomatoes