2 Sisters 2 Cities

Image Map

Meaghan Barry

Meaghan is a former finance professional, turned stay-at-home mom.

2014 Summer Bucket List

Posted by on

2014 Summer Bucket List

This past holiday weekend, my family and I sat down to make our 2014 summer bucket list!  It always feels like summer flies by so we wanted to make a list of everything we are hoping to do this summer.  I’ve seen a lot of different ideas on Pinterest for making a summer bucket list, but we just wrote everything out on a large piece of paper using different colored markers.  Here are some of the items on the list:

Iced Coffee Recipe

  • Make iced coffee (for me!)- *see below for iced coffee recipe ideas
  • Plant a vegetable garden (more posts to come on our new raised garden beds this year after my first failed attempt at reviving the garden beds that came with our home)
  • Go to the pool
  • Go to the beach
  • Make popsicles
  • Go out for ice cream
  • Make strawberry shortcake
  • Go on a boat ride
  • Trip to Maine
  • Go to the park
  • Watch Planes 2 in the movie theater
  • Blow bubbles
  • Play with the water table
  • Have a picnic
  • Grill hotdogs
  • Watch fireworks
  • Catch a fish
  • Water balloon fight
  • Go to the aquarium
  • Go to the children’s museum
  • Eat lunch at a food truck
  • Run a 5K
  • Farmers market
  • Bonfire
  • Mini golf

*We have shared a couple recipes in the past on how to make cold-brewed iced coffee.  We wanted to share one more way to enjoy your iced coffee this summer- with International Delight flavored creamers!  Add a splash of Caramel Macchiato, French Vanilla Hazelnut, or White Chocolate Mocha to your iced coffee this summer for the perfect afternoon pick-me-up!  (A full list of International Delight flavors can be found at the I.D. website.  Plus, be sure to check out International Delight’s new packaging at your local grocery store!)  If you are looking to make a large batch of iced coffee, we recommend this cold-brewed iced coffee recipe.  However, if making just a small batch is more your thing, check out our mason jar cold-brewed method!

Mason Jar Iced Coffee

We are looking forward to crossing off all these life experiences off our summer bucket list and we may add in a few more over the course of the summer.  What are some of your favorite things you must do each summer?

sister m signature

 

 

 

thumb_f9e4e572-d630-11e3-a64a-22000af93a2d

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of International Delight. The opinions and text are all mine.

Greek Quinoa Salad

Posted by on

Greek Quinoa Salad

I have to admit that I have had a hard time getting on the quinoa bandwagon.  I think the issue was that I was eating it plain and only seasoned with salt and pepper…boring, bland, blah!  I’ve recently come to the realization that quinoa is much better when you incorporate it with lots of fresh, flavorful ingredients.

With all the recent reports about the high amounts of arsenic in rice, I’ve been attempting to keep our family’s rice intake to a minimum.  Quinoa is certainly a great substitute because it is a great source of protein, iron, and fiber.  Quinoa is also a great sub for pasta as well.

I was originally planning on making a greek orzo salad to go along with Giada’s Tzatziki Salmon recipe last night.  I realized that I had no orzo in the pantry and thought it would the perfect opportunity to sub in some quinoa.  I found a Bobby Flay recipe for Greek Quinoa Salad and adjusted it a bit to my preferences.  I was so pleased with the results!  I think this greek quinoa salad will definitely be making it’s way into our side dish rotation.  I’m so psyched to finally say bring on the quinoa!

Greek Quinoa Salad

Print
Greek Quinoa Salad
Author: 
Recipe type: salad
Cuisine: Greek
Prep time: 
Cook time: 
Total time: 
Serves: 4-6
 
Skip the rice or pasta and try quinoa for a healthy, but delicious substitute!
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and cooked according to the package
  • ½ hothouse cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1 cup kalamata olives, cut in half or kept whole (whatever is your preference)
  • ½ cup crumbled feta (or use more or less based on your preference)
  • 2 green onions (green parts only), sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
  1. Cook the quinoa according to the package's directions. Once cooked, place quinoa in a medium-sized serving bowl and allow to cool.
  2. Meanwhile, start to make the Greek dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Slowly add in the olive oil and whisk together at the same time so that it emulsifies.
  3. Add the dressing to the cooled quinoa and mix until incorporated. Add in the cucumber, tomatoes, olives, feta, green onions, and parsley and continue to stir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving

 

Source: Adapated from Bobby Flay

sister m signature

Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream

Posted by on

Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream

Even though it’s snowing today (ugh ugh ugh), I still wanted to make a batch of this Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream in anticipation of St. Patrick’s Day.  I found this recipe in David Lebovitz’s The Perfect Scoop ice cream cookbook and knew I had to make it for this weekend.  My husband and I both love Guinness, chocolate, and ice cream and this recipes incorporates all three!

Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream

This ice cream recipe incorporates milk chocolate and Guinness in its base flavor.  The milk chocolate balances well with the Guinness and neither one overpowers the other in terms of flavor.  I kicked the chocolate flavor up a notch by adding in mini chocolate chips towards the end of the mixing process to add a bit more chocolate goodness.  Plus, as K has mentioned before, the best part about cooking with Guinness is that there is always a bit left over to have a little sip for yourself!  If you are looking for a slightly different St. Patrick’s Day recipe this year, I highly recommend this Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream.

I’ve been so focused on organizing and working on a few house projects since the new year that I haven’t prioritized making new recipes and blogging about them.  I’m hoping  to share a few more of my favorite recipes that I’ve made recently soon.  It was a lot of fun to finally get back into it!  Now that baby N is almost 9(!) months old, I feel like things are finally starting to get a little easier around here…until he starts walking anyway!

Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream

Print
Double Chocolate Guinness Ice Cream
Author: 
Recipe type: ice cream
Serves: 6
 
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup whole or 2% milk
  • ½ cup sugar
  • pinch of salt
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup Guinness (the rest is for you to sip!)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Place the milk chocolate chips into a large bowl and set a mesh strainer over the top.
  2. Mix together the milk, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan and warm over low heat. Whisk together the egg yolks in a medium-sized bowl. Pour the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly, then scrape the entire mixture back into the saucepan.
  3. Stir the mixture constantly over medium heat with a wooden spoon, scraping the bottom as you stir, until the mixture thickens and coats the spoon. I recommend using a thermometer and removing the mixture from the heat when it reaches between 170-175 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Pour the custard through the strainer over the milk chocolate chips, then stir until the chocolate is melted. Once the mixture is smooth, whisk in the cream, Guinness, and vanilla. Stir until cool over an ice bath.
  5. Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator, then freeze it in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Add the mini chocolate chips in the last few minutes of the mixing process.

Source: Slightly adapted from The Perfect Scoop* by David Lebovitz (*Disclosure: This link is an affiliate link.)

Looking for more St. Patrick’s day recipes?  Try these below!

DIY Shamrock Shake

Shamrock-Shake_thumb.jpg

Guinness Chocolate Cupcakes Filled Chocolate Ganache and Topped With Cream Cheese Frosting

Guinness-Chocolate-Cupcakes.jpg

Chocolate Chip Soda Bread

st_patricks_day_chocolate_chip_soda_bread

Corned Beef and Cabbage

Corned-Beef-and-Cabbage-Dinner_thumb.jpg

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

sister m signature

 

Valentine’s Day Round-Up

Posted by on

It’s officially one week until Valentine’s Day and I have got some serious planning to do!  I have yet to make a single treat or card and our V’day menu remains a blank sheet of paper.  I figured a Valentine’s Day round-up was in order to spark some serious inspiration!

Cutout Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Frosting

These heart-shaped Cutout Sugar Cookies with Buttercream Frosting have recently been our most popular post and for good reason!  They are amazingly delicious cutout cookies without all the fuss that royal icing requires.

Valentine's Day M&M Cookies {from 2 Sisters 2 Cities}

I also love these these M&M cookies.  While I made them for the first time last year for Valentine’s Day, I made them throughout the year with various colored M&Ms.

Golden-Oreo-Truffles

These Golden Oreo Truffles are only 5 ingredients and are perfectly easy to make for your sweetheart!

chocolate_covered_strawberries

It’s also a great time of year to make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries (or pretzels or bananas!)

3 Layer Brownies- chocolate chip cookies, Oreos, and brownies together in one bar!

Or you could package up these amazing Three Layer Brownies to give out as gifts for Valentine’s Day!  The three layers include chocolate chip cookies, Oreos and brownies…wow!

Red-Velvet-Cupcakes-for-Valentines-Day_thumb.jpg

Our Red Velvet Cupcakes were recently selected as part of the Blog Better Boston {hub}LINKS newsletter as part of their “Let’s Talk Love” round-up.  Here were the other blog posts that were selected as part of this week’s theme:

hublinks-featured-blogger-LOVE

  • Looking to buy your sweetie a V-day gift? Mandy’s Money has a guide that covers gifts of various price points.
  • Who doesn’t love wedding photos? Lindsay’s Look takes us back to her wedding, 3 years ago.
  • DIY to your heart’s content with these Valentine’s Day DIYs (that aren’t cheesy) from Design Fixation.
  • Three words: Red. Velvet. Cupcakes. Two Sisters Two Cities has the recipe…and it involves cinnamon cream cheese icing.
  • This Valentine’s Day themed shoot from Stephanie Rita Photography is just too cute!
  • Want kissable lips? Cobbs Hill has the recipe for this two step process.
  • Inspired by grammar school valentines, Glitter Trim cooked up these adorable envelope cookies.
  • Wearing your heart on your sleeve is so last year! Style Tab recommends wearing it on your sunglasses instead.

Happy Valentine’s Day planning!

sister m signature

Taco Dip

Posted by on

Taco Dip

It’s been awhile since my last post and I decided to dive back into things with an easy recipe.  I’m far too often guilty of trying to come up with new and creative (and often complicated) recipes whenever we have guests visit.  However, with the birth of baby N, there are just not enough hours in the day to make every recipe that I would like to make.  I’ve come to the realization that it’s perfectly acceptable most of the time to just stick with easy, classic recipes.  This recipe for taco dip can be whipped up in no time at all!  If you are on the search for an easy recipe to add to your menu for this Super Bowl Sunday, this one has your name all over it (in cheese!)

taco dip

K actually posted this recipe for taco dip back in 2011, but we are trying to redo any of our old posts that did not have pictures or just have really bad pictures.  If you search through some of our archives, you can definitely see some of these photos for yourselves (I’m looking at you blurry iPhone photos of burnt lamb sliders…I’m not going to even link to it I’m so embarrassed.)  One of the many side benefits of working on our blog is that it has definitely honed our photography skills.  While I definitely still need to learn a lot more, blogging has definitely served as a catalyst to learn much more about photography.

taco dip

I accidentally bought the multi-grain version Tostitos scoops at the grocery store, however I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked them.  Serve this dip with any type of tortilla chip you prefer.  You could also mix up this recipe a bit by adding more layers…diced green chills, sliced black olives, or black beans would all be interesting options to add.

Print
Taco Dip
Author: 
Prep time: 
Total time: 
 
Ingredients
  • 8 oz. block of light cream cheese
  • 16 oz. light sour cream
  • 1 packet of taco seasoning (or try 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning)
  • 1 jar of salsa
  • Shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 2 small or 1 large tomatoes chopped
  • Shredded Mexican cheese
  • Tortilla chips
Instructions
  1. Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature. Once the cream cheese is softened, combine with sour cream and taco seasoning until smooth (you can mix it together by hand or mix with an electric stand mixer using the paddle attachment.) Spread the mixture out onto a 9×13-inch or an 8×10-inch pan evenly. Let it set by refrigerating it for an hour.
  2. After an hour or right before you are ready to serve it, use a spatula to spread the jar of salsa evenly over the top of the cream cheese/ sour cream mixture. Next, put the shredded iceberg lettuce on top (you can use as much as you want, I put on about 1½-2 cups), followed by the chopped tomatoes. Finally you sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of everything until it is well covered (about 1½ cups).

sister m signature

Girl Scout Cookie Weekend Campaign

Posted by on

Disclosure: We are being compensated by GSUSA for our participation in this campaign as part of the Mom It Forward Blogger Network.  All opinions are our own.

Blog Tour Image 2

While we have spent the past week focusing on this weekend’s Super Bowl Sunday, next weekend also has a fun event going on- it’s Girl Scout Cookie Weekend!  Keelin and I both have fond memories of being Brownies as little girls.  I had so much fun at our weekly meet-ups and loved earning badges throughout the year.  I remember sitting in my bedroom admiring all the various badges on my sash.  I also loved wearing my Brownie uniform to school each week with my Brownie friends.

One thing that many people associate with the Girl Scouts program are their cookies.  This annual tradition is the largest fundraiser for local Girl Scout troops.  In fact, after the costs of the cookies are paid for, all revenue stays with the local Girl Scout council.  Cookie selling also helps girls with five life skills: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics.

Fellow Massachusetts residents: more information on the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts can be found on their website Time Well Spent.  They will also be hosting Fork It Over, a competitive, culinary fundraising event featuring some of the region’s top chefs who create original appetizers and desserts using Girl Scout cookies and present their creations to the public and a distinguished panel of judges at Coral Seafood on Thursday, February 6 from 5 – 7 pm.  More details  and ticket information can be found on Time Well Spent website.

Starting February 7th through 9th, please support your neighborhood Girl Scout for National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend!  You can also visit the National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend website to learn more about how to buy cookies.  You can also follow Girl Scouts on Pinterest and Facebook for more cookie information!

Girl Scouts

What’s your favorite Girl Scout Cookie?  For me, it has to be a toss-up between Thin Mints and Samoas…I can’t wait for my boxes to arrive!

sister m signature

 

Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Toasts

Posted by on

 Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Toasts

Another food tradition we enjoy in our family is serving lots of appetizers on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.  It can be a bit hectic to prepare these apps with a full house so I am always looking for shortcuts to cut down on prep times.  Campbell’s asked us to share a holiday recipe using one of their skillet sauces or slow cooker sauces.  I decided to try out their Scampi Skillet Sauce to make an appetizer: Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Toasts.  This appetizer dish offers all the flavor of traditional shrimp scampi on a bite-size baguette…perfect for holiday entertaining!

shrimp scampi skillet sauce

I tested this recipe out with some guests that dropped by and it was approved by all (including the kids!)  The baguette slices can be toasted and rubbed with garlic ahead of time.  You could also clean and chop up the shrimp to have it all ready to be sautéed.  Whether you are planning your Christmas menu or looking ahead to New Year’s Eve, definitely consider adding this appetizer to your holiday!

Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Toasts

Print
Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Toasts
Prep time: 
Cook time: 
Total time: 
 
Ingredients
  • 1 french baguette
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and cut in half
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound thawed shrimp, peeled, de-veined, and with tail removed
  • 1 package Campbell's Scampi Skillet Sauces
  • ¼ cup parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 lemon, sliced (optional, for garnish only)
Instructions
  1. Preheat over to 350 degrees (F). Cut baguette into thin slices and place on baking pan. Bake for five minutes on each side or until lightly golden
  2. Remove toasted baguette slices from oven and rub both sides with cut garlic, then set aside.
  3. Rinse shrimp and pat dry with paper towel.
  4. Pour olive oil into large skillet pan and heat to medium high.
  5. Meanwhile, chop shrimp into small pieces. Once oil is hot, add shrimp to pan, and cook until shrimp turns pink
  6. Once shrimp is cooked, turn heat to low and and add Campbell's Scampi Skillet Sauce. Cook until thoroughly warmed.
  7. Remove shrimp from oven, and spoon shrimp mix on top of garlic toast.
  8. Place on serving tray, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and garnish with lemon slices and.

 

sister m signature

 

 

Disclosure: This post brought to you by Campbell’s Dinner Sauces. Weekend-worthy dinners with only weekday-level effort needed! Learn more at http://www.campbellsauces.com/

Get Minted For The New Year

Posted by on

I know we are still a few days away from Christmas, but it’s time to start thinking about the next holiday around the corner- New Year’s!  If you didn’t get a chance to send Christmas cards out this year, check out the great selection of New Year’s cards at Minted.  I love the new tradition of photo cards…it’s so fun to see photos of everyone’s family from year to year!

While I love all the Christmas cards that we receive, there is also something special about New Year’s cards from friends.  After the bustle of the season has quieted, it’s nice to reflect on these cards.  Here are a few of my favorite designs:

new year stripe

new year card

2014

Minted also offers some great New Year’s personalized party decorations. I especially love the silver and gold themed party decor.  K and I were both swooning over the personalized bunting today.

bunting

These silver and gold wine tags would also be perfect to ring in the New Year with.

wine glass tags

I also love this table runner that can be customized with your own special message…so many possibilities!

table runner

While I certainly can’t wait to savor every moment of Christmas, just looking at these New Year’s ideas is getting me inspired for all the celebrating to be done over the next couple of weeks!  How do you like to celebrate the new year ?

sister m signature

 

 

 

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Minted.  All opinions are our own.

3 Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies

Posted by on

Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies {from 2 Sisters 2 Cities}

Today’s 12 Cookies of Christmas countdown post is brought to you by Kraft.

A Little Help For The Holidays From Kraft

Christmas is less than a week away and it’s time to get serious about Christmas preparations!  When I saw this Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookie idea on Pinterest, I knew I had to make these little guys.  These reindeer are so stinking cute and peanut butter cookies are a family favorite in our household.  They also reminded me of K’s Black Cat Cookies and I had fun making those for T this past Halloween.  Whether you are baking for kids or grown-ups, these reindeer cookies will be sure to bring a smile to their faces.

Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies {from 2 Sisters 2 Cities}

I was able to save a little bit of money this holiday season by picking up some Planters Peanut Butter at Target.  Kraft is currently offering a number of coupons for exclusive use at Target to make your holiday entertaining a bit easier. ( Save up to $20 on participating Kraft products, only at Target.)  These Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies will be the hit of your Christmas party!

Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies {from 2 Sisters 2 Cities}

Save Print
Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies
Author: 2 Sisters 2 Cities
Recipe type: cookie
Prep time: 
Cook time: 
Total time: 
Serves: 36
Ingredients
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ¾ cup Creamy Planters Peanut Butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and ¼ cup all-purpose flour.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • chocolate-covered pretzels, cut in half (for the antlers)
  • mini brown M&Ms (for the eyes)
  • regular-sized red M&Ms (for the nose...you could also use brown M&Ms if you prefer non-Rudolph cookies!)
Instructions
  1. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream together butter and sugar using the paddle attachment. Next, add in the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla and mix together until combined. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the baking soda, flour, and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the electric mixing bowl and mix until fully incorporated. Once all the flour mixture has been added, chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper. Once dough has chilled, use a mini ice cream scooper to scoop out small balls of dough. Place the ball of dough on the cookie sheet and gently flatten it with your hand. Bake for 8-9 minutes or until edges turn slightly golden.
  3. Remove cookies from oven and immediately add the chocolate-covered pretzels as antlers, two mini brown M&Ms for eyes, and red M&M for the mouth. Carefully transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Source: Reindeer Cookie idea from Bakergirl and Peanut Butter Cookie recipe slightly adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction

Here’s the rest of our 2013 Cookie Countdown in case you have missed any!

4 Oatmeal Chocolate Mint Cookies
5 Sprinkle Cookies
6 Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cutouts
7 Chocolate Hazelnut Coins
8 Italian Lemon Drops
9 Chocolate Toffee Crackers
10 Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
11 Christmas Snickerdoodles
12 Chocolate Raspberry Thumbprints

sister m signature

 

 

 

From shopping for gifts to planning family dinners, it’s hard to keep up with all your holiday to-do’s. This year, Kraft is helping out with great weeknight meals and entertaining ideas to make the season a little bit easier. Plus, Kraft is offering up to $20 in coupons, redeemable exclusively at Target, to make food shopping easier and to help you have a happy holiday season.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kraft. The opinions and text are all mine.

9 Chocolate Toffee Crackers

Posted by on

Chocolate Toffee Crackers (from 2 Sisters 2 Cities)

I have seen this recipe for Chocolate Toffee Crackers so many times on Pinterest and I have been wanting to make it for such a long time.  It goes by a lot of different names- Christmas Crack, Chocolate Saltine Toffee, Sweet & Saltines, Saltine Toffee Candy, etc.  I knew I could not refer to this recipe as Christmas Crack as my son picks up on everything we say lately.  I really do not want a note from his nursery school asking why T made “crack” with his mother over the weekend.

{Side story: we made a joke about having raccoon and coyote steak this past summer while we were having a regular (cow) steak dinner.  T still requests raccoon and coyote steak to this day…it makes me snicker out loud when I think about him telling his teachers that his favorite meal consists of raccoon and coyote meat.}

Anywhoo…it’s a super easy recipe to make.  I once again attempted a cookie recipe while T & N were both awake.  I even made this one during the “witching hour”…basically anytime between 4:30-7:30pm in our house.  I let T add the nonpareil sprinkles to the top of the chocolate toffee crackers as they were cooling.  He was grabbing them by the fistful and throwing them on top.  We had a fun time making this recipe, but I tell you, my kitchen may never be the same after I brought out those nonpareil sprinkles.  I’m trying very hard this holiday season to let go of my need for everything to be clean all the time and to just have fun making memories with the kids!

Chocolate Toffee Crackers (from 2 Sisters 2 Cities)

Print
9 Chocolate Toffee Crackers
Prep time: 
Cook time: 
Total time: 
 
Ingredients
  • cooking spray
  • 40 saltine crackers
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • nonpareil sprinkles or any other type of decorative candy (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a jelly roll pan with foil and spray it with cooking spray. Lay down a single layer of 40 saltines on the foil surface.
  2. Meanwhile, melt together the butter and brown sugar in a medium-sized sauce pan. Allow it to reach a boil, then lower the temperature and allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir the butter & sugar mixture occasionally and remove from the heat once it has thickened.
  3. Stir in the vanilla to the saucepan and pour the mixture over the crackers on the jelly pan. Use a spatula to spread the mixture over any crackers that are dry. Put in the oven and bake for 3-4 minutes, or until it gets bubbly. Remove pan from oven.
  4. Sprinkle chocolate chips over crackers evenly. Allow the chocolate chips to melt for a few minutes and use a spatula to smooth it out over the crackers. Then, sprinkle on nonpareil sprinkles or any other decorative candy (this step is optional). Place the pan in the fridge for 30-45 minutes or until chocolate is hard. Break up into pieces and serve. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.

Source: Adapted from Trisha Yearwood and Averie Cooks

sister m signature

Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...