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Name: Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Quesadilla
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 2 tortillas; 4 slices American cheese (or 1/3 cup grated cheese); 1 Strawberry stem

Jack-O-Lantern Quesadilla ~ Healthy Halloween Recipes #Halloween #Hacks

10/04/2017 4:00 pm · 0 comments

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Jack-O-Lantern Quesadilla

Food that smiles at you is always fun to eat! If you want to fill your families tummy with a quick yet healthy meal option on Halloween these are the perfect menu plan. You can even cut out the face the day before, just keep them in a sealed bag, this makes them even faster to make.

Ingredients and Supplies

2 tortillas
4 slices of American cheese Or you can use 1/3 cup of your favorite grated cheese.
Knife to cut Jack o lantern face
Strawberry stem for garnish

Process
1. With a sharp knife, cut a Jack o lantern face into a tortilla. Discard cut out pieces.
2. Take another tortilla and cover it with 4 pieces of American cheese.
3. Place the jack o lantern tortilla on top of the cheese covered tortilla and microwave for 20 seconds.
4. Let cool for a few minutes.
5. Place a strawberry stem at the top for garnish.
6. ENJOY!

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Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Quesadilla

Course Appetizer, Dessert Party Food, Lunch

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Servings 1

Ingredients

2 tortillas
4 slices American cheese or 1/3 cup grated cheese
1 Strawberry stem

Instructions

1. With a sharp knife, cut a Jack o lantern face into a tortilla. Discard cut out pieces.
2. Take another tortilla and cover it with 4 pieces of American cheese.
3. Place the jack o lantern tortilla on top of the cheese covered tortilla and microwave for 20 seconds.
4. Let cool for a few minutes.
5. Place a strawberry stem at the top for garnish.
6. ENJOY!

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Soup Can Upcycle ~ Frugal Fall Utensil Holder

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Fall Craft ~ Soup Can Upcycle #Fall #DIY #Crafts #Hacks

10/02/2017 8:00 am · 0 comments

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Fall Crafts and Decor Ideas, Soup Can Upcycle, Low cost Fall decorations #Fall, #Crafts, Things to make out of a soup can FALL CRAFT ~ Frugal Fall Utensil Holder

Add a little fall flare to your cooking space when you give this frugal fall utensil holder a try. Using just a few basic crafting supplies, you can create the perfect space for your spoons and other kitchen utensils to rest. Or use it as a gift filled with goodies. It is so simple, so take a look below at how to get started!

Here is what you will need:

Glass mason jar or empty tin can
White craft paint
Assorted silk leaves
Twine or ribbon
Craft glue
Scissors

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Directions:
1. Begin by applying a coat or two of white craft paint to the jar or can. Apply as many coats as you wish for the coverage you desire. Remember, the holder will be mostly covered with the leaves, so you don’t need the paint to be perfect.
2. Snip the leaves free from any branches or stems they are on. You will only need the leaf itself for this craft. Apply some glue generously to the back of the leaf, and press it to the can or jar. Hold it in place until it is secure.
3. Continue layering on leaves until the jar is coated all the way around. As you can see we left a little space at the top of the jar.
4. Finish the utensil holder by wrapping a length of twine or ribbon around the jar and tie it into a bow.

Once your glue is dry, your frugal fall utensil holder is ready to be used. Simple slide in any spoons, utensils, even office supplies if you wish. It is the perfect tool for staying organized while being festive at the same time.

Gather your supplies and give this frugal fall utensil holder a try!

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Fastest Way to Peel a Peach, peel a peach in 10 seconds #Tips, #DIY, #Hacks

08/25/2017 11:00 am · 9 comments

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Fastest Way to Peel a Peach, peel a peach in 10 seconds

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Watch our Fastest Way to Peel a Peach video below

End of summer is almost here, the nights are getting cooler. The fruit in our local orchards is ready for harvest and we are eating peaches by the dozen each day. Yes I said by the dozen… with a family of 7 we eat a lot of peaches. So we decided to try out the fastest way to peel a peach in 10 seconds! The kids love to eat them sliced with just a sprinkle of sugar and covered in milk. I like to eat mine with vanilla yogurt and granola. I am the “official peach peeler”, if I am just peeling one peach I do it with a knife. BUT if I have 7-10 peaches to peel all at once I have an awesome trick that allows me to peel them in less than 10 seconds!!!

What to use

Did you know that if you blanch your peaches the skins will literally SLIDE right off. All you need to do is bring a pot of what to boil. In this post I used my new favorite pot check it out here , it is cast iron so it heats up fast and stays hot for a good even cooking. Plus it is red and pretty… :).

Instructions

Bring your water to a boil, gently drop the peaches in. If they are still a bit green (not quite ripe) you will need to boil them a bit longer. But a peach that is ripe and ready to eat only needs to be in the boiling water about 45 seconds to a minute. Quickly take the peach out of the pot and put it in ice water. It will cool very quicly since it has not been in the hot water long enough to cook, it just loosens the skin.

Fastest way to peel a peach, How to peel a peach,#EatingHealthy, #Hacks, #Fruit, #Peaches Make a slit in the skip with you knife, use your thumbs to push the skins back. When done correctly the skins will slide right off the peach, in one piece. Takes less than 10 seconds to peel the whole peach. Fastest way to peel a peach, How to peel a peach,#EatingHealthy, #Hacks, #Fruit, #Peaches You can now slice the peach up and eat it, bake with it, or even do some home canning.

Hope you found this tip helpful!

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15 ways to POOP in the woods ~ Outdoor Bathrooms for Camping

08/10/2017 12:00 pm · 25 comments

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15 ways to POOP in the woods ~ Outdoor Bathrooms for Camping

Yes I said the word, “poop” don’t be to disturbed, we all do it. You might not think much about it UNTIL you are in the middle of no where camping and you need to go. All of a sudden it is not such a simple task. We went camping a few times this summer and I decided I needed to find a master list of outdoor toilet options. I thought you might enjoy this list too, hunting season is right around the corner. One of these might make a good gift idea for the hunter in your life.

15 ways to POOP in the woods ~ Outdoor Bathrooms for Camping
Reliance Products Luggable Loo Portable 5 Gallon Toilet

Economically priced portable toilet
5-gallon (20-liter) capacity
Simple bucket style design; traditional snap-on lid
Great for hunting, fishing and camping expeditions
Also handy to have for disaster preparedness

Reliance Products Hassock Portable Lightweight Self-Contained Toilet (colors may vary)

Portable, lightweight and self-contained toilet; comes with one Eco-Fresh packet
Contoured seat for comfort; inner splash cover/toilet paper holder
Removable inner bucket for waste disposal; compatible with Reliance’s standard Double Doodie bag
Dimensions: 14.7 by 14.7 by 154 inches (L x W x H); Weight: 5 pounds
Designed for camping and boating; five-year warranty against manufacturer’s defects

Reliance Products Double Doodie Toilet Waste Bags (6-Pack)

Box of six portable toilet waste bags for easy clean-up
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Double zip locking for a secure seal
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Stansport Portable Toilet

Compact, portable toilet for use camping, boating, or in RVs
White plastic molded seat on heavy-duty tubular steel legs
Bags are held in place by a removable plastic ring
Folds compactly; comes with six plastic bags
One-year warranty against manufacturer defects

Reliance Products Fold-To-Go Collapsible Portable Toilet

Highly portable, collapsible toilet with integrated handle; comes with one Double Doodie bag
Folds down to five inches high for easy transport
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Compatible with Reliance’s standard Double Doodie bag for easier clean up
Five-year warranty against manufacturer’s defects

Cleanwaste GO anywhere Portable Toilet

EASY. Sets up in seconds with 3 locking legs; no assembly required
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STRONG. Suuports 500 lbs. Locking 3-leg design for stability on unevan terrain. Removable cover doubles as ground support.
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Camco 41541 Portable Toilet – 5.3 gallon

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import
Windows quantity: one (with zipper)
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Reliance Products Tri To-Go Portable Toilet n Chair (Green)

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Emergency Zone Brand Honey Bucket Emergency Toilet Seat

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OXO Tot 2-in-1 Go Potty for Travel – Green

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1 Pack Pocket-sized Disposable Restroom – Urinal, Fecal Toilet, Poncho (For Privacy) and Cloth Wipes

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1 Pee Bag-Unisex design with foam receiver cusp. Urine gels immediately upon contact with super-absorption polymer inside. Zip-lock seal.
1 Poop Bag Set-Fits snugly around your bottom with a no-miss triple harness catch system. Come with leak resistant disposal bag.
2 Moist Cloth Wipes-Made with gentle fabric and formula that soothes as it cleans. That means a cleaner job than traditional toilet paper can do and with much less wiping!
Pocket-sized Disposable Restroom – Urinal, Fecal Toilet, Poncho (For Privacy) and Cloth Wipes is Ultra-portable, convenient, and hygienic.

TravelJohn-Disposable Urinal (6 pack)

Convenient, unisex, sanitary personal urinals containing patented Liqsorb material
Ideal for motion sickness, potty training, car travel, outdoor activities, and bathroom emergencies of all types
Biodegradable pouch filled with unique polymer substance which absorbs liquid waste and turns it into odorless, spill-proof gel
Nontoxic and waste disposal safe; unisex adapter and spill guard make it easy for anyone to use
Each bag measures two by two by 2.5 inches (W x H x D) folded, and five by 11 inches (W x H) unfolded, and weighs 1.5 ounces before use. Item is 1 Pack of 6

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