This time of year eggs are selling like hotcakes with all the egg hunts happening all around. Not to mention a lot of get-togethers and I’ve had many requests about egg recipes so here is a list of our favorite egg recipes:
Here’s a couple more that use boiled eggs:
Super Easy Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Okay, these aren’t really eggs nor do they use eggs, but it’s Easter and I had to include them.
Updated on 4/20/19 to include a few new flavor varieties!
This is one of those recipes that I could’ve sworn was posted at one time but I can’t find it anywhere. With the Easter holiday quickly approaching I have been asked a couple of times for the recipe and just now took the time to look for it… hence the reason for this post.
You can cover these with white chocolate or any chocolate that you prefer if you like. I can remember my Mom using the ‘leftover’ chocolate scrapings that my dad would bring home from the Hershey factory when we lived in PA. That was so good! We have also used the candy coating that you can find in the baking aisle but mostly we use chocolate chips now.
While the most popular shape for these candies is the egg shape you can also shape them and decorate them in a variety of different shapes, sizes, and colors for whatever the holiday or occasion. I try to decorate the eggs differently to identify the filling inside because it gets quite confusing when you make several different flavors.
We also like to try out different flavors and variations so there is a base recipe that you can adapt and experiment with. I have also seen some variations with candies like M&Ms and Reese’s pieces mixed into the filling… yum!
Just have fun and let the kids help with this one! I have many fond memories of helping to make these as a child. We also made these in high school for many fundraisers and sold out every time. Continue reading “Chocolate Covered Eggs”
Every year has four seasons, and each season has its own set of holidays. While homeschooling I try to take advantage of the holidays to research and teach my children about them. We have the flexibility to take time and study these important dates.
Holidays or special days that were set apart for remembrance started way back in Genesis. We use a lot of biblical references and studies in our homeschooling so it is important to me to that my children learn about the true meanings and origins of these days. As a teacher I can also have some control over what they are exposed to as well.
We don’t generally do an in depth study on any particular date. If the kids are more interested in one holiday then we may do a little extra. We can usually turn these into mini units and work them in with our regular school work. I will also leave out seasonal or holiday themed items for the kids to explore independently.
The key in our house is to keep it simple. We don’t have to decorate for every holiday. We don’t have to go overboard with learning about it. Sometimes just a brief discussion or a couple of YouTube videos is all we do. However there are some holidays that hold more importance here at our house. Christmas and Easter are two of those holidays. I have always wanted to try to do an Advent calendar or study so this year I am attempting to begin one.
I will try my best to keep this page updated and post resources that we are using as well. Please feel free to leave suggestions in the comments too.
Others:
This site, A to Z Kids Stuff, has a list of special days and activities that you can check out for more ideas.
This is our basic meal plan for the week. Sometimes we will switch the days around if I forgot to set something out or put something in the crock pot. Please feel free to use this or change it around to suit your family’s needs.
I have started trying to do easier meals on days that I have square dancing obligations. This helps me to be able to put a nice meal on the table without feeling guilty about having some much needed ‘Mommy Time’. Some of these meals may also help with those that have busy or irregular schedules due to work or extracurricular activities.
I do have ‘Snacks/Desserts’ listed as well. I always try to keep a bowl of fresh fruit out on the counter or table for the kids to snack on. Sometimes I will make a special snack or treat for us to enjoy.
Sunday
Breakfast:
Waffles, Fruit
Lunch:
PB & J Sandwiches, Fruit
Dinner:
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole, Mashed Potatoes, veggies
Snacks/Desserts:
cupcakes
Monday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Hot dogs, Veggies
Dinner:
Chicken & Cheese Enchiladas, Rice, Beans
Snacks/Desserts:
Boiled Eggs
Tuesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Soup, grilled cheese
Dinner:
Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs, Grandma’s Mac N Cheese, Cole Slaw
**(Crockpot Meal as Momma has a class in the evening)
Snacks/Desserts:
No Bake Cookies (** I will try to make a few extra to take along for refreshments later.)
Wednesday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Tuna Salad Sandwiches, veggies
Dinner:
Breaded Pork Chops, Steamed Broccoli, Baked Sweet Potatoes
Snacks/Desserts:
Muffins
Thursday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
leftovers
Dinner:
Snacks/Desserts:
Fruit
Friday
Breakfast:
Cereal/Oatmeal
Lunch:
Hot Dogs, veggies
Dinner:
Salisbury Steak w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, veggies
** (I will put the patties and gravy into the crockpot after cooking as I have a dance this night.)
Snacks/Desserts:
Fried Apple Pies (again I will try to make a few extra to take along for class.)
Saturday
Breakfast:
PB Toast & Bananas
Lunch:
Ham and cheese sandwiches, veggies
Dinner:
Daddy Can’t Wait Casserole, Mashed Potatoes, Corn Muffins
Snacks/Desserts:
PB Crackers
This idea came to me as Easter was approaching. Some of these recipes will be found in other areas of my blog but I wanted to gather them together to make it easier for others, and myself to find.
New Year’s
Easter
Brown Sugar & Honey Glazed Ham
Thanksgiving/Christmas
Brown Sugar & Honey Glazed Ham
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