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Healthy Snack Ideas for Your Children

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<strong>Apple Cookies</strong> </div>
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Apple cookies make the perfect snack: Crisp juicy apple slices, smothered with peanut butter, then topped with shredded coconut, walnuts and chocolate chips.</div>
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Ingredients</div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">1 apple</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">¼ cup peanut butter or Nutella</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">¼ cup almonds, sliced</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">¼ cup walnuts, chopped</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">¼ cup shredded coconut</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">¼ cup chocolate chips</li>
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Directions: Slice apple into thin rings and remove core. Spread peanut butter over one side of ring. Top with almonds, walnuts, coconut, and chocolate chips.</div>
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<strong>Frozen Yogurt Buttons</strong> </div>
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Ingredients</div>
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• Any flavor of nonfat Greek yogurt (I used three different flavors.)</div>
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Fit a small zip top plastic bag over a cup. Spoon in the yogurt. Snip one corner of the bag and pipe yogurt onto cookie sheets. Place in freezer and freeze for one hour or until completely hard and frozen. TIP: For easy removal, line the cookie sheet with parchment paper. Scrape off using an offset spatula or a regular metal spatula. Place in an airtight container. Store in the freezer until ready to serve.</div>
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<strong>Warm Banana Rollups</strong> Bananas are a naturally sweet fruit and combined with a warm tortilla, smooth cream cheese and a little honey and cinnamon make a delicious breakfast, snack or dessert!</div>
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Ingredients</div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">2 tsp. honey</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">1/4 tsp. cinnamon</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">3 medium bananas</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">3 medium tortillas, whole wheat</li>
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Mix cream cheese, honey and cinnamon in a small bowl. Spread on the tortilla. Place a whole banana on the tortilla and roll up. Place on a hot griddle or pan. Grill until golden on both sides. Slice into small rounds and serve with toothpicks. You can also slice in half and eat it like a burrito.</div>
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Healthy Snack Ideas for Your Children

Who says getting healthy after the holidays is only for adults? I find it really easy to just give my kids whatever is quick and easy and w...

Family Game Night

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Family game night is an excellent opportunity to put down the cell phones, turn off the computer and video games,
and gather everyone together. Parents and children are able to spend some much-needed downtime reconnecting and creating memories.</div>
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Making a habit of game night also keeps the lines of communication open, especially as children grow older. Whether you are just starting this as a family tradition or are looking for ways to re-energize it, here are some ideas that will have you and your little ones looking forward to the next get-together.</div>
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<strong>Commit to a date</strong>: Families are busy, so choose a date that every family member can agree upon. Whether you decide to have family game night once a week, twice a month or monthly, set a date to which you all can commit. Knowing that every Wednesday or every other Tuesday is family game night will give children and parents something fun to anticipate.</div>
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<strong>Make an easy meal</strong>: When family game night arrives, everyone wants to get to the fun, so planning an easy meal is the best way to get parents out of the kitchen fast so the play can begin. Plan ahead with a frozen pizza or a casserole made the day before, served with a simple salad, raw veggies or cut-up fruit. Homemade hamburgers or grilled cheese sandwiches are also quick crowd pleasers.</div>
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<strong>Plan some fun snacks</strong>: Once play begins, you won't want to stop the fun when everyone gets hungry. Have a few prepared snacks and drinks available or make a special recipe beforehand. Fresh fruit, trail mix, pretzels and popcorn are all good choices that are simple to serve, or make up a batch of cheese nachos that everyone can dig into. Prepare drinks ahead of time to serve with the snacks or have soda, water or juice on hand to quench everyone's thirst.</div>
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<strong>Have a variety of games</strong>: You will want to have a good mix of games that match your children’s abilities. Classic board games such as Monopoly, Life, Clue and Sorry work for almost every age group. A deck of playing cards allows for options that grow with your child, starting off with Go Fish, Crazy Eights, War and Slapjack, with the option of adding more complex games such as Rummy, Spades and poker over time.</div>
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Classic games like Perfection and Operation build hand-eye coordination, while Twister will get everyone moving—and laughing. Trivia games can be educational and fun, too. Have the children take turns picking the games, or draw game names from an empty jar to make things fair. Add to your collection by keeping an eye out at yard sales, thrift stores or retail sales.</div>
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Keep it fun: The point of the evening is to enjoy each other's company, so don't get too wrapped up in the competition
aspect. Make jokes, help each other out and, most of all, remember that being together is what's important.</div>
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<strong>Personalized Card Holder</strong>
Young children love to play games like Go Fish, but cards are hard for little hands to manage. If they lay their cards
down, it becomes almost impossible to play fairly. Enter the personalized card holder to keep cards organized and out of sight. I’ve seen similiar products at game stores, but these are so much more fun, and only cost about $1 to make.</div>
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Start with a chip clip; you can get them at a dollar store if you don’t have any laying around the kitchen. Then, pick scrapbook paper that will load into your printer or use digital scrapbook papers. Sometimes you can find free patterned paper images online, or you may have some clipart backgrounds in Word or other software you already own that will work.</div>
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Measure your chip clip so you know how wide the paper needs to be (should be at least width of clip at longest point) and add your child’s name if you wish. Make sure it will go in the right direction; the clip will be held upside down by the spring end when in use. You will want one piece of paper for the front (with name, if using) and one for the back (no name). They will be the same size. Print off your paper, cut out and trim to fit the clip. Mod Podge your paper on the front and back and ta-da… a personalized card holder that will keep the game fun (and fair) for everyone!</div>
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<strong>Safari Dip</strong></div>
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1/2 8 oz. package reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 - 3 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons honey</div>
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Celery sticks, animal crackers, and/or assorted dippers such as carrot sticks, apple wedges, pear wedges or graham
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<strong>Directions</strong>
For dip, in a small mixing bowl beat cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in
peanut butter, milk and honey until well combined and smooth. If desired, chill before serving. To serve, spread dip in
celery sticks and garnish with animal crackers and cut-up fresh fruit. Or, serve with assorted dippers.</div>
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<em>Amanda Causey Baity, Prince William Living’s marketing director, lives in Montclair with her family. She also blogs about thrifty family activities and recipes on her blog <a href="https://www.blogger.com/GreenOwlCrafts.com">GreenOwlCrafts.com</a>. She can be reached at</em>
<em>acausey@princewilliamliving.com.</em></div>
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<em>Published in the January issue of <a href="http://www.princewilliamliving.com/">Prince William Living</a>.</em></div>

Family Game Night

Family game night is an excellent opportunity to put down the cell phones, turn off the computer and video games, and gather everyone tog...

Outdoor Movie Night Published in Prince William Living

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This spring I am going crazy thinking of all the fun activities I want to do with my family. Warmer months are the perfect time for casual parties, afternoons with backyard water slides, water balloons and homemade popsicles.<br />
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When the weather starts to warm up, I always think of my family’s movie nights, which my family loves. Movie nights are even more fun when you bring them outdoors. My family only does this a few times a year since it takes a little extra effort, but the results and memories are worth it.

On the day of movie night we prepare the yard and start setting up.<br />
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First, you need a projector. Prices for new top-of-the-line projectors can start well into the thousands of dollars. However, along with newer models, many electronics stores carry a range of cheaper, refurbished projectors, and you can find used models starting at around $200. There are also several websites that will rent a projector to you for less than $100. Or you may be able to borrow one from a friend.<br />
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Next, you will need a DVD player. Laptops or popular game consoles, such as Xbox or Wii, can serve this purpose, too. You will need A/V cables to hook your player to the projector just like you would with your television. Follow your projector’s instruction manual if you have any difficulties. You will also need sound since the projector will not provide that. If you don’t have stereo speakers, you may find them at yard sales or thrift stores.<br />
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Now onto the screen. You can show your movies on anything from a purchased or rented screen to a smooth outdoor wall. I use my photography backdrop stand with a thick white sheet. You could also secure the sheet along the fence or clothes lines.<br />
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Then, of course, atmosphere is vital. There are so many ways to create the perfect movie theater feel. I hang string lights for a soft glow. Candles and lanterns will do this as well. For seating, my family uses beanbag and lounge chairs, blankets and even tents. If you are feeling really ambitious, you can pull the couch or a futon outside like my dad used to do.<br />
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Another important component is food. No movie night is complete without snacks. Popcorn, candy and soda are requirements. I also like to get creative. “Buttered Popcorn Cupcakes” is one of our favorite outdoor movie treats.<br />
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<b>Buttered Popcorn Cupcakes
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I have created a special #pwliving version, which includes the “Yellow Butter Cake” recipe by Jason Shriner, The Aubergine Chef and <i>Prince William Living’s</i> “What’s Cooking” writer and monthly recipe contributor. (Look for his recipes at <b>pwliving.com</b> under “Food and Drink.”)

INGREDIENTS

About 8 egg yolks or 6 ounces (room temperature)
8 1⁄2 ounces milk
1/8 ounces vanilla extract
10 1⁄2 ounces all-purpose flour

10 1⁄2 ounces granulated sugar
19.5 grams (1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon) baking powder
Pinch of salt
6 ounces unsalted butter (room temperature)

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<li>Place all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine on low speed.</li>
<li>Add the butter and remaining milk. Mix on low speed until all ingredients are moistened.</li>
<li>Increase to medium speed and beat for 11⁄2 minutes. Scrape down the sides.</li>
<li>Gradually add the egg mixture in three batches, mixing for about 20 seconds and scraping between each addition.</li>
<li>Fill cupcake liners halfway and bake for about 25 to 35 minutes until finished. Let cool before decorating.</li>
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This easy-to-make, egg-free frosting recipe has been in my family for generations. It’s not only great on cupcakes, but also for decorating cookies for holidays, birthdays and parties. To add coloring to the icing, use color paste.

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1⁄2 cup shortening
1⁄2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons milk

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For cupcake topping, you can get creative with marshmallow “popcorn.” You will need regular-size marshmallows, yellow food coloring and a little powdered sugar.<br />
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First, color half of your batch of marshmallows yellow and let them dry.

Next, make a small cut in the middle of each marshmallow and then make three small cuts in their tops. Twist the marshmallows lightly at the middle. Then press the three “petal” shapes made from the three cuts lightly until they begin to fan out. Viola! Your marshmallows look like popcorn.<br />
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Click this image to download these custom Popcorn Cupcake Wrappers that I created exclusively for Prince William Living. Download, print on cardstock, cut along the lines and tape them together. Drop your cupcakes in after they have been decorates.<br />
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This spring I am going crazy thinking of all the fun activities I want to do with my family. Warmer months are the perfect time f...

Zuppa Toscana Soup

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loved working there and my love for Italian cuisine came alive. An instant hit
was their Zuppa Toscana soup. I’m not a huge Italian sausage fan, but this soup
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a greased cookie sheet, lay bacon flat and bake for about 15 minutes in a 400
degree oven. Flipping with a fork halfway between. Drain bacon, and
crumble. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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until it's heated thoroughly, and there's no pink. Drain very well on a paper
towel (or else you'll have grease floating in your soup.) Set aside. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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your soup pot over medium heat, cook the potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken
broth, and water until potatoes are cooked through. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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in cooked sausage, half the bacon, red pepper flakes, and salt & pepper.
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Red Velvet Cookies featured on Prince William Living

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I am not a huge fan of red velvet cake. When I tell people that they freak out because I love to eat & bake sweets. However, I am a fan of these red velvet cookies. They are absolutely amazing. These would be perfect for a Valentine's Day treat or for cold winter days like today.</div>
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Here is the recipe:<br />
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<strong>Ingredients</strong>
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<li>1 and 1/2 cups + 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour</li>
<li>1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder</li>
<li>1 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature.</li>
<li>3/4 cup light brown sugar <em>
</em></li>
<li>1/4 cup granulated sugar</li>
<li>1 egg, at room temperature</li>
<li>1 Tablespoon milk</li>
<li>2 teaspoons vanilla extract</li>
<li>1 Tablespoon red food coloring <em>
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<strong>Directions</strong><br />

Toss the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Set aside.<br />
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 Using a handheld or stand mixer beat the butter on high speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides and the bottom of the bowl as needed. Switch the mixer to medium speed and beat in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined. Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Once mixed, add the food coloring and beat until combined. Turn the mixer off and pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Turn the mixer on low and slowly beat until a very soft dough is formed. Beat in more food coloring if you'd like the dough to be redder. The dough will be sticky.<br />
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 Cover the dough tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour. Chilling is mandatory. 
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Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.<br />
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 Scoop 1.5 Tablespoons of dough and mold into a ball. Place 9 balls onto each baking sheet. Bake each batch for 10 minutes.<br />
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The cookies may have only spread slightly, that is ok. Simply press down on the warm cookies if you'd like them spread out more. Allow to cool for at least 25 minutes.<br />
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I am not a huge fan of red velvet cake. When I tell people that they freak out because I love to eat & bake sweets. However, I am a fan...

Coca Cola Cake

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working on the current issue of <a href="http://www.southernholidaylife.com/" target="_blank">southern holiday life</a> magazine made me itch to try out a recipe by one of the contributors Stacey Little of <a href="http://www.southernbite.com/" target="_blank">Southern Bite</a>. he has a cookbook coming out early next year and this recipe will be included! anyways i HAD to <a href="http://www.southernholidaylife.com/2013/11/a-little-family-christmas.html" target="_blank">make this coca-cola cake recipe</a> that is featured in the <a href="http://www.southernholidaylife.com/p/southern-holiday-life_11.html" target="_blank">2013 issue</a>.</div>
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it was delicious! get the recipe by following this link: <a href="http://www.southernholidaylife.com/2013/11/a-little-family-christmas.html">http://www.southernholidaylife.com/2013/11/a-little-family-christmas.html</a>

Coca Cola Cake

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Skip the Dip: Easy Vegetable Marinade

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Next time you’re asked to bring the veggies, put a spin on a standard by skipping the dip and tossing our veggies like cauliflower, carrot ...

Homemade Candied Apples

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prior to making candied apples i had looked at numerous recipes that mentioned it takes practice to get a good bubble free coat. well i got lucky....this was my first attempt at candied anything other than homemade mints.</div>
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the recipe comes from t<a href="http://www.theauberginechef.com/" target="_blank">he aubergine chef</a>'s <a href="http://princewilliamliving.com/2013/09/candied-apples-introduction-sugar-work/" target="_blank">submission</a> on <a href="http://www.pwliving.com/" target="_blank">prince william living</a>'s <a href="http://princewilliamliving.com/category/whats-cooking/the-aubergine-chef/" target="_blank">cooking column</a>. </div>
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jason made this recipe seem like a piece of cake so i gave it a try.</div>
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i changed a few things to it. i wanted to make them a bright color so the only variations to his recipe are the following:</div>
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i substituted water for juice and omitted the cinnamon. i added one tablespoon of vanilla, two tablespoons of white food coloring and 2 tablespoons of blue food coloring after removing the sugar from the heat. </div>
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we had some peanut m&m's as well as some sprinkles so a few got to stay plain while the others got dressed up a bit. mr. B invited his neighborhood buddies over and they all approved! daisy mae even got a sample when B dropped his in the grass. </div>
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Homemade Chicken Egg Rolls

this recipe is ohhhh so easy and super delicious. so much better than buying the frozen egg rolls and feeding your family all those preservatives.<br />
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(i use nasoya because they have no msg. msg & i do not get along...at all)</div>
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broccoli cole slaw</div>
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broccoli</div>
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shred chicken into a medium saute pan. (about 1 cup)</div>
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add your ginger dressing (about 1/3cup)</div>
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this recipe is ohhhh so easy and super delicious. so much better than buying the frozen egg rolls and feeding your family all those preserva...

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream

i love homemade ice cream. this recipe is BY FAR one of the easiest you will find. even if you are just a plain ole vanilla ice cream person...this recipe is the base of pretty much any other homemade ice cream you would like to make.<div>
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to start out with the homemade strawberry shortcake ice cream you will need to make vanilla. here is my homemade vanilla recipe:</div>
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finally, at age 8, i am able to get him to eat pizza...and this is how i did it. chicken alfredo pizza.</div>
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start out with my <a href="http://www.greenowlcrafts.com/2013/03/garlic-cheesy-bread.html" target="_blank">homemade bread recipe found here</a>. </div>
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chicken breast or tenderloins (i have used can before but these photos are tenderloins i have boiled. i used 3 medium sized tenders for this pizza)</div>
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mix alfredo sauce (about 1/2 cup for light sauce) garlic and onion into a small bowl. spread onto you dough that is on a greased pizza pan. </div>
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1 pound of strawberries, sliced<br />
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