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FOOD & DRINK

During the past four years I have come to know for sure that when a really wonderful dream comes into alignment with your present life there is a bunch of commotion, unease and even turmoil. If you are patient during life’s rough spots there is something beautiful ahead. I have learned to count and savor [...]

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May 8, 2012

Sunny Day Brunch with My New Grill from #KmartOutdoor

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by Rebecca E. Parsons

So Mother’s Day will be quiet for me this year…well it actually has been for quite some time. My four children and one grandchild are spread out from coast to coast. They are so spread thin time wise that they rarely have the time  take the time come to visit their sweet and adorable Mother on [...]

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The big event happened on Friday afternoon, when 16 top-tier bloggers from around the US gathered in New York City at the invitation of Sear’s and KMart to celebrate the launch of the Sandra by Sandra Lee collection. Entrepreneur, TV star and bestselling author Sandra Lee was the perfect hostess for this soiree ~ entertaining, charming [...]

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I just got back from NYC after a blissful 2 days with the Kmart/Sears team at the Sandra Lee launch!!! My creative energy is on fire. Sandra made a comment about my blog { “This is pure genius.” } and about me as a writer { Rebecca is the hands down winner of wordsmithing.” } [...]

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I am on my way to New York today to celebrate the launch with Sandra Lee and several other foodie bloggers. The Sandra by Sandra Lee collection of home products is exclusive to Sear’s and KMart. It includes cookware, utensils, gadgets, bakeware, small kitchen appliances, tabletop items and storage solutions. FAB U LOUS!!! The hashtag [...]

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April 20, 2012

Sandra Lee Pinterest Contest #bySandraLee

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by Rebecca E. Parsons

I will be heading to New York next week to celebrate the launch with Sandra Lee and several other foodie bloggers. I have two opportunities for you to help me celebrate the launch of Sandra by Sandra Lee at Sear’s and KMart. What is that…her exclusive collection of home products – including cookware, utensils, gadgets, [...]

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I recently was challenged to use Silk® Fruit&Protein, found at my Walmart, in a recipe. Well you know me…I could not stop creating once I got going…so I have three recipes to share today. But first let me tell you about this yummy new product from Silk..Fruit&Protein! 
 

Silk Fruit&Protein offers the taste of fruit juice plus the [...]

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Off to NYC to Cook with Sandra Lee #bySandraLee

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I received the most fun surprise when I opened my e-mail last Wednesday…an invitation to come to New York to celebrate the launch of Sandra by Sandra Lee. What is that…her exclusive collection of home products – including cookware, utensils, gadgets, bakeware, small kitchen appliances, tabletop items and storage solutions that will be available at [...]

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Celebrate Spring Party with TCBY Frozen Yogurt #TCBYgrocery #cBias

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To celebrate spring and the launch of yummy TCBY frozen yogurt in grocery stores (YEAH for us lactose challenged people), I hosted my annual Celebrate Spring Party with a dozen friends and HIMself. It is the first shindig we have held in our new little villa…so you along with our guests got a peek at [...]

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Leftover Fresh Produce & Bread Become Fab Appetizers for #EasterMeals

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What do you do with some leftover produce from the farmer’s market, cous cous and bread? Create an original bruschetta and cous cous recipe that is a great addition to your Easter or springtime Meals!
I had some leftover Ecce Panis Mini Boule and Demi Baquettes. I love this bread because you buy it pre-made and [...]

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Easter Meals with Ecce Panis Bread #EasterMeals

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Bread holds a deep fascination for me. I love to eat it and I love to make it. I am especially fond of the new artisan breads that are appearing on the shelves of our local grocery stores. Today I found lovely baskets of breads at my local Walmart. I had to try a couple [...]

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My St. Paddy’s Day Feast ~ Corned Beef and Cabbage

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So we have had a wonderful day just kickin’ back and watching a multitude of shows about Ireland. What a joy it has been for us…although HIMself will not be dancing the jig (he just got his cast off yesterday)…I will probably kick up my heels a tad. I love to dance to Irish music.
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I’ll Be Havin’ Irish Coffee in my Beloved Irish Coffee Cups

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I am enjoying my Irish coffee this week in my Irish Coffee mugs that a beloved Irish friend gave me long ago. Here’s to you Eileen!! I miss you!!! My family recipe is below…
 
Ingredients

cup of fresh brewed coffee
1 teaspoon of brown sugar
shot of your favorite Irish whiskey
heavy whipping cream

Technique
Whip the heavy whipping cream until it hold [...]

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My Irish Eyes are Smiling with a Taste of My Irish Soda Bread

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ohhh…I’ve been baking this week. This is the Irish Soda Bread from my family recipe box. I shared the how to here along with a printable gift set. It is so easy to make…go on and try it!!!

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