Recipes: Homemade M&M Cookies
Fresh out-of-the-oven Homemade M&M Cookies
There is something comforting about walking into the house and the smell of freshly baked cookies. It is welcoming, not to mention the delicious taste when you sink your teeth into a warm fresh cookie as it melts in your mouth. I remember as a kid when we would get off the school bus sometimes my Mom would be pulling a fresh batch of cookies out of the oven for us to enjoy. No matter how crazy school had been that day you knew you would feel better after Mom’s homemade cookies!
Our kids don’t ride the school bus so they don’t get to experience that “get off the school bus and encounter freshly baked cookies sensation” however, I do try to bring them homemade cookies, send it with them in their lunches, or make them at times when they are home. It is nice to surprise them with a special treat every once in awhile. Sometimes if they are playing outside I will make up a quick batch and the next time they come inside they get to sink their teeth into the hot cookies.
M&M Cookie Recipe:
- 2/3 cup Margarine
- 2/3 cup Butter Flavored Crisco
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon imitation Rum Extract
- 3 cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 package Chocolate Chips
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix the margarine, crisco, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, rum and eggs together. Then add the dry ingredients (flour, salt, and baking soda) and mix. Fold in the M&M’s. Grease the baking sheet. Drop by small spoonfuls onto the baking sheet. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes depending on the oven. Serves 3 to 4 dozen.
Another batch ready to go into the oven! The house is smelling good….
Recipes: Red & Blue Patriotic Salad
Fresh Red & Blue Patriotic Salad
I have been enjoying the fresh salads lately with the warmer temperatures. The other day as I was looking through the refrigerator for lunch ideas and decided to use up some leftovers along with some fresh fruit and greens. The salad turned out delicious. It was cool and crispy with a touch of sweetness in every bite.
The recipe below is for a single serving, however, this would be a great one to make into a larger salad to share for the July 4th Holiday or really anytime throughout the hot summer season. Whether at a picnic, party, celebration, or any other event the salad is sure to be a hit. Plus it’s healthy, colorful, and delicious!
Red & Blue Patriotic Salad Recipe:
- 2 cups Fresh Romaine Lettuce
- 1/4 cup cut Fresh Strawberries
- 1/4 cup Fresh Blueberries
- 3 oz Sirloin Steak, slivered
- 1 tablespoon Walden Farms Raspberry Vinaigrette
Rinse the romaine lettuce, strawberries, and blueberries. Cut up the romaine lettuce (if not already done so). Place the romaine onto your plate or serving dish. Cut the strawberries into quarters and add them to the top of the romaine. Add the blueberries on top as well. Sliver your sirloin steak and place it on the bed of romaine. Sprinkle the Walden Farms Raspberry Viniagrette salad dressing over your salad, mix gently, and enjoy!
Optional: If you want to add a little bit of white to your Red & Blue salad to make it a Red, White, and Blue Salad I was suggest adding a sprinkling of cheese on top such as crumbled blue cheese, shredded parmesean, or mozzarella.
Total Calories: 333 | Total Net Carbs: 4.4
Fresh & Delicious!
Lunch is ready!
