Category: DIY

Creamy Tomato Pasta Vegan Recipe!

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Creamy Tomato Pasta Vegan Recipe!

Whose in the mood for some tomato pasta this week? I sure am! If you are a pasta lover like my family, then you must try this delicious Creamy Tomato Pasta Vegan Recipe! Our family recently hosted dinner for a co-worker who was vegan and this dish was a major hit. If this dish sounds appealing to you as well, be sure to have the following ingredients ready:

 

  • 8 oz dry pasta – such as farfalle
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil or buttery spread or oil spray
  • 1 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp flour (spelt, white, or sweet rice flour)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup cashew cream or unsweetened creamer
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan-type topping or nutritional yeast, optional
  • 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice or additional creamer
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, or 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh or 1/2 cup frozen spinach, optional

 

For additional directions on making this pasta dish, be sure to visit the Chocolate Covered Katie Webpage for more details. Let us know if you enjoyed this recipe in the comment section below, because we love to hear from our readers.

DIY Halloween Ghosts!

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DIY Halloween Ghosts!

Halloween is fast approaching! In my home, we love decorating for the holidays, especially Halloween. I wanted to make a DIY project with my kiddos this year, so I searched the internet. I recently found this Halloween Ghosts craft, which looks fun. I plan on making this easy craft this weekend. What about you? You’ll need to have the following supplies, if you plan to make these DIY ghosts:

  • Liquid Starch
  • Cheesecloth
  • small balloon
  • mason jar
  • 2 pipe cleaners

PS: Cheesecloth can be hard to find at your local Walmart or Target. Try Trader Joes, Whole Foods, or Sprouts.

For more directions on making this craft, be sure to visit The Idea Room Webpage for more details. Let us know how your ghosts turned out in the comments below. We’d love to know.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese Recipe!

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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese Recipe!

Do your your kiddos enjoy macaroni and cheese? If so, you should definitely check out this Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese Recipe! I recently made this dish for my family and they loved it. Want to make this recipe as well? If so, you will need to have the following ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup buffalo wing sauce (start with ¼ and add more to taste when done)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon celery salt
  • 8 oz shell pasta (or other pasta)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2½ cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheese

For additional directions on making this mac and cheese dish, be sure to visit the Slow Cooker Gourmet Webpage for more information. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below.

Add A Little Sunshine On Your Cloudy Day With This DIY!

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Are you looking for a fun and easy DIY? These are pretty straightforward and great for kids and adults of all ages! Below is a list of material and the direction in in a nifty little video! Thanks for the great DIY idea!!

Materials:
*Popsicle Sticks
*String (any color)
*Embellishments

If you liked this DIY check out our others here! Leave comments below on what you created! As always, Happy Crafting!

Passion Fruit Meyer Lemonade Recipe!

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Passion Fruit Meyer Lemonade Recipe!

Want a refreshing drink that your family will enjoy? If so, then you must make this Passion Fruit Meyer Lemonade Recipe! I absolutely love lemonade and all things passion fruit, so this was a big hit for me and my family. Plus, this is a great change to the standard lemonade recipe. If you’d like to make this as well, then be sure to pick up these ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup fresh passion fruit juice (from 5-6 passion fruit)
  • 1/2 cup Meyer lemon juice (form 2-3 large lemons)
  • 1 cup water
  • 4-6 tablespoons simple sugar syrup

For additional directions on how to make this recipe, be sure to visit the Love And Olive Oil Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe, we love to hear from our readers.

Fun And Easy DIY Washi Tape Bookmarks!

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Do you like to read, but don’t like to dog ear your page? I used to always dog ear until I found out that bookmarks don’t have to always be rectangles! Here is a super fun and creative way to keep your place, while adding some flare and personality to your book! Below you will find a list of materials and directions!

Materials:
*Paper Clips (any color you prefer)
*Washi Tape (any design or color you prefer)
*Scissors

Directions:
1. Take your paper clip and decide how long you want your washi tape.
2. Cut washi take to match that lenght.
3. Thread washi tape through end of paper clip and match sticky sides together.
4. Cut a fun design off the top like at an angle.
5. When you need to stop reading simply place on the page and close book!

Another great use for these adorable washi tape paper clip bookmark would be to use them in your day planner! If you liked this DIY let us know in the comments below! Check out our other DIY’s here! As always, Happy Crafting!

Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe!

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Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe!

In my family, nothing is better than cinnamon sugar pecans on a fall day. In the past, my family used to go pecan picking and sell them! I love making this sweet treat with my loved ones during the fall. Plus, they absolutely taste amazing. Want to make this recipe as well? If so, you’ll need to pick up the following ingredients:

  • 1 egg white
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1lb pecan halves (1 pound)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ – 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (your preference)
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Let us know what you thought of this dish in the comment section below, because we’d love to know. For further directions on making this recipe, be sure to visit the Firefly Tales Webpage!