Awesome Hash Browns

I had tried my hand at hash browns a long time ago but just wasn’t able to get them to turn out the way I wanted them too. Normally if we ate hash browns it was the frozen patty kind which are good but I wanted something a little different.

Recently I made it a goal to learn how to make the perfect hash browns, well perfect for us, and I think I have finally succeeded! Below is the recipe I have been using the past couple of times to make them for my family. My kids say they are ‘Awesome’ and I have to agree. Continue reading “Awesome Hash Browns”

Special Holiday Meals: Father’s Day

Father’s Day is a day to enjoy spending time with our dads and to show appreciation for all that they do for us. Click here to learn more about this holiday. It is celebrated on the third Sunday in June.

FATHER’S DAY MENU

 Skillet Steak & Seafood
Twice-Baked Potatoes
Roasted Veggies, Pepper Poppers
Salted Caramel Cupcakes

**You should definitely include any favorites of the man/men of honor.

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Fresh Veggies Day

Fresh Veggies Day is a day to focus on eating healthier. Click here to learn more about this holiday. It is celebrated on June 16th, and Eat Your Vegetables Day is on the 17th.

 Check out our Side Dish Recipes for some ideas of what to make with your veggies!

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Family Outing: Jacksonville Zoo 6/10/2017

Well a couple of weeks ago I mentioned that we had a special outing planned. Unfortunately we did not get to go the weekend we planned to go because of the weather. We did go this past weekend and it was so much fun!

As you can imagine trying to take a many kids as we did (we took 7 kids, ages 4-14) can be a bit daunting but we managed. One of my sisters was also able to join us which helped out alot. Continue reading “Family Outing: Jacksonville Zoo 6/10/2017”

Special Holiday Meals: Flag Day

Flag Day is the day to celebrate our flag. Click here to learn more about this holiday. It is celebrated on June 14th.

FLAG DAY MEAL
BBQ Ribs or Chicken
Potato Salad or Chips
Baked Beans
Macaroni & Cheese
Watermelon Slices
Sweet Tea
Lemonade
Fruit Pizza or Peach Cobbler

See this post for more ideas:

 Special Holiday Meals: Patriotic Menus 

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