Celebrate It! Blog Link Party!

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Welcome to Celebrate It!

Thank you for stopping by today!
I know everyone is busy with the 4th of July coming up, and I appreciate you taking the time!
So let's get to it!

Last weeks three most clicked links:

Classic Monkey Bread

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Simply Stacie

Creative Writing and Book Creation App for Kids

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Teach Mama

DIY Paper Towel Roll Mini Top Hats

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A Bride on a Budget 

Thank you to everyone who linked up last week!

I love having a front row seat to all this creativity!

  1. Visit 1 or 2 other party goers if you can.
It is so much more fun when someone clicks
 on your link and visits your page.

2. I pin each of your link ups to the Celebrate It! board,
 and I will also pin them to another one of my
 boards that fits the pin.
 Your link up will get tweeted both times also!

3. By linking up you are giving me permission to feature
 your post on social media.  Proper credit is always given.

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Cookie Butter and S'mores Mousse Cups

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When I plan parties, I like to make food that is different from previous get-togethers, and unique enough to be remembered. So I have spent a lot of time getting a menu together for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. These Cookie Butter and S'mores Mousse Cups are a mix of two of my family's favorite flavors. S'mores because it's a reminder of summer fun! Just one taste and memories of past summers flood my mind. The cookie butter is a new family favorite, that definitely adds a distinct flavor, and I think you are going to like it in this dessert!

S'mores Cookie Butter Mousse Cups
(printable recipe)
Makes 4, 4 ounce cups
5 Graham Crackers, crushed
1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream 
6 ounces Milk Chocolate -chopped
1/2 cup Whole Milk
6 ounces Cookie Butter
Marshmallow Cream
Mini Marshmallows
Graham Cracker Sticks

Crush the graham crackers in a food processor or place them in a plastic ziplock bag, let out the air, and roll over them with a rolling pin. Set aside.

Whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks develop. There is no need to add sugar to the whipping cream. Set in the fridge for a few minutes.

Chop the milk chocolate and melt in a double boiler. Once it is melted, heat the milk in the microwave until it is warm. Level 5 for 30 seconds is good, but your microwave may be different. You want the milk hot, but not boiling. Pour the hot milk into the chocolate, stirring constantly until the milk is integrated into the chocolate. It will be soupy. Turn heat off on the stove.

Take 1/4 cup of the whipped cream and set aside. Fold the rest of the whipped cream into the chocolate mix. Let the mix cool slightly, then place it into a pastry bag, and refrigerate it for at least an hour. I did not cut the pastry bag at the bottom. Do that right before we put the chocolate mix into the serving cups. All the mix fit into the bag and then I folded the bag down and used a chip clip to hold it closed. That way it won't leak out. I put it in a big cup and set it in the fridge. 

 Place the cookie butter in a bowl and add the 1/4 cup of whipped cream you put aside. Mix together thoroughly.    

Place some of the crushed graham crackers in the bottom of each cup. Add 1/4th of the cookie butter mix on top of graham crackers into each cup.

Add another layer of crushed graham crackers on top of the cookie butter. Then add a layer of the chocolate mousse. Top the mousse with a scoop of marshmallow cream, and then add some mini marshmallows on the top. Use a lighter or a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallows and the marshmallow cream. Add a graham cracker stick to the cup.
Enjoy!

Thanks for joining me today! 

Here are some other 4th of July recipes you might enjoy!:

Easy Cherry Pie Stars

Red, White, and Blue Mini Cupcakes

 

Fourth of July S'mores

 

 
 

S'mores Waffles / #SundaySupper

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Do you like your waffles sweet or savory? I am partial to the sweet ones, which is how I came to make these S'mores Waffles! I baked graham cracker waffle sticks, stuffed them with roasted mini marshmallows, and drizzled them with a creamy chocolate ganache. S'mores for dessert, rain or shine!
Today the #SundaySupper family is celebrating waffles, and you are going to love all the variety!

S'mores Waffles

1 3/4 cup Flour
1 tablespoon Baking Powder
1/3 cup Sugar
4-5 tablespoons Graham Crackers~crushed
Pinch of Salt 
2 Eggs
1 3/4 cups Whole Milk
1/2 cup Cooking Oil
Mini Marshmallows
4 ounces Milk Chocolate
2 ounces Heavy Whipping Cream

Mix together the flour, baking powder, sugar, graham crackers and salt. Make a well in the bowl with the mix. Set aside.

 Divide the eggs, and place the yolks in a bowl. Beat them a little. Add the milk and oil. Stir together. Pour into the well in the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until moistened. The batter will be slightly lumpy.

 Place the egg whites in a small bowl. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the bowl of batter. Don't overmix.

 Heat up the waffle iron. Make the waffles according to the instructions with the iron. Let the waffles cool.

 Use a double boiler to heat and melt the milk chocolate. As the chocolate melts, heat the heavy whipping cream in the microwave to a warm, but not hot temperature. Add the cream to the melted chocolate and stir it together.

 Use a kitchen torch to roast the mini marshmallows. You will need one marshmallow for each section of each waffle stick, plus a few for the plate.

 

Place a marshmallow into the cavities on one side of the waffle stick.

Build up the waffles on the plate to resemble a campfire. 

 

Add some additional marshmallows and drizzle with ganache.

Enjoy!

Thank you for stopping by and joining me today! Scroll down to see all the sweet and savory recipes from the SundaySupper family!




A big shout out and a thank you to Sue Lau from A Palatable Pastime for hosting these tasty creations today!

Sweet and Sinful:

• Banana Split Waffle Cake by The Bitter Side of Sweet
• Black Raspberry Cheesecake Lemon Waffles by From Gate to Plate
• Blueberry Buttermilk Waffles by Alida's Kitchen
• Boston Cream Pie Waffles by Crazed Mom
• Breakfast Poutine Waffles by She Loves Biscotti
• Chocolate Cherry Beet Waffles by Sew You Think You Can Cook
• Chocolate Chip Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches by Turnips 2 Tangerines
• Chocolate Pizelles – The Italian Waffle by GirlAbroad
• Churro Waffles by The Redhead Baker
• Coconut Waffles by Omnivore’s Cookbook
• Dark Chocolate Waffles with Cherry Syrup by The Chef Next Door
• Easy Peasy Blueberry Sauce for Waffles by Pine Needles In My Salad
• “Elvis Waffles” Peanut Butter Bacon with Banana by Dash of Evans
• Fluffernutter Waffles by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Iced Gluten Free Waffle Cookies by What The Fork Food Blog
• Irish Cream Waffles with Whiskey Strawberries by Tramplingrose
• Japanese Green Tea Matcha Cream Topped Vegan Waffles by NinjaBaker
• Maple Bacon Waffle Ice Cream Cake by Dizzy Busy and Hungry
• Pineapple Upside Down Cake Waffles by Cookin’ Mimi
• Red, White and Blueberry Sourdough Waffles by Cooking With Carlee
• S’Mores Waffles by The Freshman Cook
• Spiced Banana Nut Waffles by Magnolia Days
• Strawberry Shortcake Waffles with Cinnamon Whipped Cream by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Strawberry Waffle Cake by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Waffle Kebobs with Maple Yogurt Dipping Sauce by A Mind Full Mom
• Yeasted Waffles with Peach Syrup by Pies and Plots

Savory Brinner Winners:

• Asiago Waffle Egg Sandwiches by Grumpy’s Honeybunch
• Bacon Cheeseburger Waffles (Low Carb) by My Life Cookbook
• Bacon Waffles by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
• Biscuit Waffle Breakfast Stacks by The Weekend Gourmet
• Bleu Pig Potato Waffles by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
• Cheesy Bacon Waffles with Spicy Ketchup by Momma’s Meals
• Cheesy Polenta Waffles by Cupcakes and Kale Chips
• Cheesy Spinach Waffles with Ham by Wholistic Woman
• Chicken and Ramen Waffles by kimchi MOM
• Chicken & Waffles by Family Around the Table
• Corn Waffles Nachos-Style by Caroline’s Cooking
• Croque Monsieur Waffles by Un Assaggio of Food, Wine & Marriage
• Eggs Benedict Cauliflower Waffles by Life Tastes Good
• Eggs Benedict Waffle by Brunch-n-Bites
• Falafel Waffles by Helpful Homemade
• Loaded Gluten Free Cornbread Waffles by Angels Home Sweet Homestead
• Mexican Cornbread Waffles by Sunday Supper Movement
• Monte Cristo Waffle Sandwich by Palatable Pastime
• Pulled Pork Waffle Tacos by The Crumby Cupcake
• Pumpkin Cornbread Waffles with BBQ Chicken Thighs by Our Good Life
• Scallion Waffles by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
• Waffled Falafel Sandwiches by Food Lust People Love

Join the #SundaySupper conversation on twitter on Sunday! We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat. To get more great Sunday Supper Recipes, visit our website or check out our Pinterest board. Would you like to join the Sunday Supper Movement? It’s easy. You can sign up by clicking here: Sunday Supper Movement
 

Celebrate It! Blog Link Party!

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Welcome to Celebrate It!

Hi! I am so glad you have stopped by!

 I hope you brought lots of creative ideas to share!

Let's get the fun started!

Congrats to last weeks 3 most clicked links!:

How To Make Shape Monograms

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Designs by Miss Mandee 

Breakfast Bundt Cake

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Making Miracles 

Apple Cinnamon Yeast-Rolls

from

Something Sweet 

Thank you to everyone who linked up last week!
I love having a front row seat to all this creativity!

  1. Visit 1 or 2 other party goers if you can.
It is so much more fun when someone clicks
 on your link and visits your page.

2. I pin each of your link ups to the Celebrate It! board,
 and I will also pin them to another one of my
 boards that fits the pin.
 Your link up will get tweeted both times also!

3. By linking up you are giving me permission to feature
 your post on social media.  Proper credit is always given.

You may receive an email reminder about this party.

It's Party Time!

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake / #SundaySupper

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Are there some recipes that you miss, or some that you haven't thought about in a quite a while? You know what I'm talking about? The ones that your grandmother or your aunts, used to make for family gatherings, and you might talk about them sometimes, but it has been a while since you actually had any to eat. Well, today for #SundaySupper we are talking about those ~Nostalgic Summer Recipes!

For me, that means Pineapple Upside Down Cake. One of my long time favorites, but one I hardly ever make. I loved the sweet tanginess of the pineapple rings and the crunch of the cherries mixed with that melted brown sugar. Heavenly! But I thought it might be time for a slight update. So I made the cakes in mini size, used shredded pineapple and chopped cherries, and let the cake sit on a bed of pineapple juice with a drizzle on top. A kind of Pineapple Upside Down Cake 2.0! I hope you like the upgrade!

Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cake

 (printable recipe)

Makes 4 mini cakes

1 1/2 cups Buttermilk Baking Mix

1/2 cup Sugar

1/2 cup Milk

2 tablespoons Shortening

1 teaspoon Vanilla

1 Egg

2 tablespoons Butter

4 tablespoons Brown Sugar

1 can Crushed Pineapple

1 jar Maraschino Cherries

1/4 cup Powdered Sugar

1-2 pineapple juice

4 mini Cheesecake Pans

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix together the baking mix, sugar, milk, shortening, vanilla and egg. 

Melt the butter and distribute it evenly into the four pans. Swish it around to cover the bottom and some of the sides.

Add some of the shredded pineapple into the pan, lightly covering the brown sugar. Cut one marashino cherry for each cake. Chop the cherry into 8 small pieces, and sprinkle onto the pineapple.

Fill the pan halfway with the batter. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes. 

 Remove from pan and let cool completely.

Mix together the powdered sugar and the pineapple juice. Add the juice a little at a time until the mix is slightly thickened. Place a circle of juice mix on the middle of serving plate. Place upside down cake on top of mix. Drizzle cake with juice mix. Sprinkle plate with pineapple and cherry pieces.

Enjoy your Pineapple Upside Down Cake!

Thank you to Coleen from The Redhead Baker for hosting today's fun and tasty trip down memory lane!

There are a lot more recipes to see! Scroll down and check out what the rest of the #SundaySupper family prepared for today!

Beverages

• Blueberry Lavender Lemonade by Beauty and the Beets
• Natural Pink Pineapple Lemonade by Food Lust People Love

Breakfast

• Rhubarb Muffins by Wholistic Woman
• Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast by Cindy's Recipes and Writings

Appetizers

• Gazpacho Shooters by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Grilled BLT Kebabs by Eat, Drink and be Tracy
• Strawberry Fruit Dip by Books n’ Cooks

Main Dishes

• Classic Shrimp Roll Sliders by Crazed Mom
• How to Cook Hot Dogs by Life Tastes Good
• Wiener Schnitzel by Caroline's Cooking

Side Dishes

• Baked Beans by Magnolia Days
• Creamy Ranch Potato Salad by Dash of Evans
• Grilled Zucchini Salad by Sunday Supper Movement
• Seven-Layer Salad with Bacon and Peas by The Hungry Goddess
• Southern Fried Squash by Peaceful Cooking
• Spätzlesalat (German Spaetzle Pasta Salad) by Tara's Multicultural Table
• Summer's Best Tomato Cucumber Salad by Delaware Girl Eats

Desserts

• Ambrosia Salad by Angels Home Sweet Homestead
• Bavarian Almonds by Palatable Pastime
• Blueberry Cobbler by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
• Boardwalk Funnel Cake by The Redhead Baker
• Buttermilk Pound Cake by Renee's Kitchen Adventures
• DIY Drumsticks by A Mind Full Mom
• Double Corn Buttermilk Cake by What Smells So Good?
• Frosted Grapes by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
• Gluten Free S'mores Magic Bars by Cupcakes and Kale Chips
• Homemade Banana Pudding by Cooking with Carlee
• Homemade Drumsticks by Pies and Plots
• Japanese Melon Ice Cream by Ninja Baker
• Lemon Coconut Bars by The Finer Cookie
• Lemonade Pie with Sugar Cone Crust by Dizzy, Busy and Hungry
• Poke Cake by Our Good Life
• Maple Sugar Candy by Grumpy's Honeybunch
• Mom's Rhubarb Cake by Monica's Table
• Nana’s No-Bake Cheesecake Squares by The Crumby Cupcake
• Pineapple Upside Down Cake by The Freshman Cook
• Pudding Pops by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Root Beer Float Ice Cream Sandwiches by My Imperfect Kitchen
• Sherbet Float by Cookin' Mimi
• Strawberry Jello Angel Food Cake by A Day in the Life on the Farm
• Strawberry Jello Pie by Tramplingrose
• Tita’s Fruit Dessert by Basic N Delicious
• Toasted Coconut Puppy Chow by Helpful Homemade
• Watergate Salad by Flavor Mosaic

Join the #SundaySupper conversation on twitter on Sunday! We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat. To get more great Sunday Supper Recipes, visit our website or check out our Pinterest board.

Celebrate It! Blog Link Party!

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It's time for Celebrate It!

 I am so glad you stopped by today! I hope you are enjoying your summer holiday and creating all kinds of memories, with meals, gifts, DIY's, gardens, crafts, photos, vacation trips, day trips, or anything that you do to Celebrate Summer!

 Don't forget to Share with us!

Last weeks 3 most clicked links:

 Chicken Feta Tostadas

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Silver Foodie

Patriotic M and M's Cookie Cake

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Views FromThe 'Ville 

Meatball and Tortellini Bake

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The Ramblings of an Aspiring Small Town Girl

So glad you are here to share your projects and ideas!!
We love to celebrate with you!

Here are a few things that will make this party fun for everyone:

  1. Visit 1 or 2 other party goers if you can.
It is so much more fun when someone clicks
 on your link and visits your page.

2. I pin each of your link ups to the Celebrate It! board,
 and I will also pin them to another one of my
 boards that fits the pin.
 Your link up will get tweeted both times also!

3. By linking up you are giving me permission to feature
 your post on social media.  Proper credit is always given.

You may receive an email reminder about this party.

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Sausage & Apple Cornbread Bundt Cake w/ a White Gravy Drizzle / #BundtBakers

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This Sausage and Apple Cornbread Bundt Cake w/ a White Gravy Drizzle is definitely a change from the bundt cakes I usually make, but it is a welcome change! This savory bundt cake is bursting with tasty flavors and would be perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a brunch! I made a favorite cornbread recipe, but before I baked it I added chopped Chicken and Apple Sausage, grilled corn, and onion. Once it was out of the oven, I topped it with a White Gravy drizzle, and sprinkled it with black pepper. Very easy and yummy!

Sausage and Apple Cornbread Bundt Cake w/ a White Gravy Drizzle
 (printable recipe)
Makes 6 Mini Bundt Cakes

1 1/4 cup Flour 
3/4 cup Cornmeal
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/3 cup Sugar
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1 1/4 cup Whole Milk
1/4 cup Shortening 
1 Egg
3 tablespoon chopped Onion
1 link Chicken and Apple Sausage, chopped
2 tablespoon Grilled Corn, cut from cob
1 package Country Gravy Mix

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

 Mix together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar and salt. Add the milk, shortening and egg. Mix just until combined. 

Slice the sausage, lengthwise, into four pieces, then chop the sausage into small slices. Chop the onion into small pieces. Grill the corn over medium heat. Slice the corn from the cob. Add the sausage, onion, and corn to the batter. Pour into the mini bundt pan.

Bake for 15-17 minutes. Remove from oven, let cool, then remove from pan. 

 Make gravy according to package directions. Drizzle over bundt and sprinkle with black pepper. 

 Cut into the bundt and enjoy all those savory flavors!

Thank you for joining me today! Scroll down to see all the tasty, savory bundts baked by the #BundtBakers members!

Thank you to Padmajha, who blogs at Seduce Your Tastebuds for hosting today!

• Bacon, Cheddar Bundt by The Queen of Scones
• Blue Cheese and Pear Mini Bundts by Patty's Cake
• Breakfast Bundt Cake by Making Miracles
• Bundt Cake de queso y olivada by Los Chatos Chefs
• Cheese Bundt by Basic N Delicious
• Dukkah, Herb & Cheese Monkey Bread by All That's Left Are The Crumbs
• Grilled Cheese Bundt by Jane's Adventure in Dinner
• Ham, Carrot & Beer Bundtlettes by I Love Bundt Cakes
• Indian Style Savory Breakfast Bundt by Seduce Your Tastebuds
• Mexican Breakfast Bundt by A Day in the Life on the Farm
• Mini Meatloaf Bundts and Sliders by Magnolia Days
• Rosemary, Olive Oil & Polenta Bundt by The Cinnamon Scrolls
• Sausage and Apple Bundt by The Freshman Cook
• Savory Zucchini Cheesecake by Food Lust People Love
• Southern Honey Drenched Jalapeño Cornbread by Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice
• Stromboli Bundt Cake by Palatable Pastime
• "Tastes Like Pizza" Bundt by Sew You Think You Can Cook

#BundtBakers is a group of Bundt loving bakers who get together once a month to bake Bundts with a common ingredient or theme.  Follow our Pinterest board right here. Links are also updated each month on the BundtBakers home page.