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Hummus Deviled Eggs #StonyfieldBlogger

July 31, 2016

I have an ongoing relationship with Stonyfield as a member of the Clean Plate Club. I receive product, coupons and/or compensation for posts featuring their products. As always, all opinions are my own. #stonyfieldblogger #sponsored

Hummus Deviled Eggs are an easy spin on the southern classic. Hummus and Stonyfield Yogurt take the place of the traditional ingredients for a creamy and delicious appetizer or snack!

Hummus Deviled Eggs by LoveandConfections.com

I absolutely love deviled eggs. It is one of those classic appetizers or party foods that I look forward to. When I was younger, we maybe had deviled eggs around Easter, but my family didn’t make them too much. Some of my mom’s catering friends used to make them for parties we had, and I began to like them more and more, but didn’t have them often.

Hummus Deviled Eggs by LoveandConfections.com

A few years later, I met the sweetest woman, a grandmother of some family friends. She brought deviled eggs to a party and I fell in love with them all over again. I have taken to calling her ‘Grandma’, like many of our friends have too. Even though we are not her grandchildren, she treats us like we are. Grandma Lou is one of the kindest people I know, has the best smile, biggest heart, and gives the best hugs. She reminds me so much of my grandmother, and I love being able to visit her if I happen to be travelling to North Carolina.

Hummus Deviled Eggs by LoveandConfections.com

When it came time for my baby shower in Raleigh, I had one request for the menu – Grandma Lou’s Deviled Eggs. While it wasn’t one of the things I craved the most, I couldn’t get enough of them at the party, and probably ate half the tray. She was kind enough to make extra for me to keep all to myself.

Hummus Deviled Eggs by LoveandConfections.com

Since my love of deviled eggs has grown, I have become the person to make them for our parties and holidays, if I happen to not be celebrating with Grandma Lou. I usually create the traditional recipe with mayonnaise, mustard, relish and paprika, but I decided to add a twist with Stonyfield Greek Yogurt and prepared hummus.

Hummus Deviled Eggs by LoveandConfections.com

This month, the Stonyfield Yogurt Clean Plate Club and I have teamed up with Le Creuset and KitchenIQ to create our own delicious spin on deviled eggs. I received a gorgeous deviled egg platter from Le Creuset and a set of measuring spoons and cutting boards from KitchenIQ. I use the color-coded cutting boards on an almost daily basis and can’t begin to tell you how much in love I am with those measuring spoons!

Hummus Deviled Eggs

By Terri Truscello Miller
Published 07/31/2016
Hummus Deviled Eggs

Hummus Deviled Eggs are an easy spin on the southern classic. Hummus and Stonyfield Yogurt take the place of the traditional ingredients for a creamy and delicious appetizer or snack!

Ingredients

  • 6 hard boiled eggs
  • 1/4 cup Stonyfield Whole Milk Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1/4 cup prepared hummus
  • 1 tablespoon sweet relish
  • 1/8 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice eggs in half and place white onto serving tray. Place yolks, yogurt, hummus, relish, celery salt and pepper into a mixing bowl and mix until well combined.
  2. Place into piping bag fitted with star tip and pipe into egg whites. Refrigerate until serving. Best served the day you make them

Yield: 12 pieces
Prep Time: 00 hrs. 10 mins.

Total time: 10 mins.
Tags: Stonyfield Blogger, Stonyfield Yogurt, hummus, appetizer, snack,

Hummus Deviled Eggs by LoveandConfections.com



Until next time,
LOVE & CONFECTIONS!

Disclaimer: I have an ongoing relationship with Stonyfield as a member of the Clean Plate Club. I receive product, coupons and/or compensation for posts featuring their products. As always, all opinions are my own. #stonyfieldblogger #sponsored.

Filed Under: Appetizers-Snacks-Dips, Uncategorized

Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies

July 12, 2016

Chocolate and orange is a match made in Heaven. These cookies
are the perfect bite with orange flavored cream cheese frosting sandwiched
between Nilla Wafers and dipped in chocolate. 

Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies by LoveandConfections.com


 Summer is all about relaxing and taking it easy, and there’s nothing I like more than an easy dessert for a crowd. Chocolate and orange are great complimentary flavors and these cookies will be the hit of any gathering.

Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies by LoveandConfections.com

I often make little treats for #ToddlerLnC’s swim instructors, and when I brought these Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies in, the swim instructors and staff loved them. You can make these sandwich cookies extra special by decorating with an orange white chocolate drizzle or fun orange sprinkles.

Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies by LoveandConfections.com

I love sandwich cookies, and using a piping bag makes filling the cookies even easier. Since these cookies have cream cheese, they need to be refrigerated before serving, and make sure they don’t stay out too long – if they don’t get gobbled up immediately. Enjoy!

Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies by LoveandConfections.com

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Chocolate Orange Sandwich Cookies by LoveandConfections.com

I have an ongoing relationship with Dixie Crystals as a recipe developer and brand ambassador. I receive product, coupons and/or compensation for posts featuring their products. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Love and Confections possible. As always, all opinions are my own.

Filed Under: Cookies, Dixie Crystals, Uncategorized

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth

July 5, 2016

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Homemade Caramel Sauce is delicious, but sometimes the clean up can be daunting. Here’s an easy recipe and tip to cleaning up a sticky, caramel mess with the new Scotch-Brite® Scrubbing Dish Cloth.


How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com


Summer is all about ice cream and frozen treats. I love caramel sauce (and hot fudge) on top of vanilla bean ice cream, but I don’t love the cleanup. Once caramel cools, it can become difficult to clean out of the pot.

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com

When I make caramel, I always try to clean the pot as soon as I am done using it. In culinary school, I was taught to fill the pot back up with water, bring it to a boil, then clean it out. While that is a good method, it takes more time to clean out the caramel. I tried the Scotch-Brite Scrubbing Dish Cloth, with a high quality fiber dish cloth on one side and Scotch-Brite® scrubbing dots on the other, making it quicker and easier to clean up.

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com

This caramel recipe makes a good amount – almost 2 half-pint canning jars. It can stay refrigerated for up to two weeks. I usually top my homemade vanilla bean ice cream with caramel, but you could also put it on brownies, cupcakes and even waffles for breakfast. The sky is the limit!

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com

The Scotch-Brite Scrubbing Dish Cloth is washable, reusable and sturdy. It gives you a non-scratching scrubbing power as well as the wiping and drying capability of a dish cloth. You can find the new Scotch-Brite® Scrubbing Dish Cloth in your local Target for $4.99. They are available in 2 packs in gray, mint, coral and navy. There are no current Cartwheel offers, but check your Cartwheel app often, because the Scotch-Brite brand frequently has coupons.

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com
Enjoy caramel without worrying about the cleanup by using the new Scotch-Brite® Scrubbing Dish Cloth. Find more recipes and cleaning tips here.

Here is a handy Kitchen Measurement Cheat Sheet that you can keep nearby. When using ingredients, it’s good to know the proper measurments, so you don’t have to dirty more dishes by re-measuring. But, if you do need to do some extra washing, the Scotch-Brite® Scrubbing Dish Cloth will help.

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com

Caramel Sauce

By Love and Confections
Published 07/05/2016

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt, optional

Instructions

  1. Place sugar in a medium saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly with a heat-resistant spatula. The sugar will eventually clump and start to melt.
  2. Once the sugar melts, it will start to brown and darken to an amber color. Do not let it darken or burn. Stay with the pot and do not leave it on the stove. Switch to using a whisk
  3. Quickly, but carefully, stir in the butter. The mixture will bubble rapidly. Once the butter is melted, slowly drizzle in the heavy cream. The mixture will bubble, rise, and possibly splatter. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  4. Pour into glass jars and let stand on the counter until it is room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Warm before using.

Yield: 2 half-pint jars
Cook time: 10 mins.
Total time: 10 mins.
Tags: Caramel, Caramel Sauce, Topping

How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com

Until next time,
LOVE & CONFECTIONS!


How to Clean Up after Homemade Caramel Sauce #ScrubDishCloth from LoveandConfections.com


Filed Under: Jams-Butters-Condiments-Toppings, Kitchen Tips, Uncategorized

Apple Pie Milkshake

July 3, 2016

Apple Pie Milkshakes are reminiscent of the favorite holiday pie and ice cream, with a twist. Use pre-made apple pie and creamy vanilla bean ice cream to create an easy and delicious frozen treat, perfect for Summer and Fourth of July celebrations!


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Apple Pie Milkshakes by LoveandConfections.com

Good food, family, friends and fireworks always made it a special day. We have apple pie on the Fourth, and of course vanilla ice cream to top it with, so I thought that would be the perfect combination for an easy and delicious milkshake.

Apple Pie Milkshakes by LoveandConfections.com

Our Fourth of July celebration always consisted of grilling, swimming in the pool, and lot (and lots and lots) of fireworks. We had so many fireworks that a large table was set up to display and organize them all. The fathers in our cul-de-sac went all-out every year. We set up lawn chairs in our driveway to watch the show. My mom even grew an aloe plant just for our Fourth of July celebrations, in case anyone got burned from a sparkler or firework.

Apple Pie Milkshakes by LoveandConfections.com

One year, we had a rogue firework that, when lit, flew sideways and onto the firework staging table. I have never seen the Dads move so fast in my entire life. They all lunged for the table, knocking off the bad firework, so we didn’t accidentally light everything on fire. I have such fun memories of Fourth of July with my family and our friends, and cannot wait to share the fun with my toddler too.

Apple Pie Milkshakes by LoveandConfections.com

Apple Pie Milkshakes are also an excellent way to use up any leftover apple pie after your festivities too. Make the milkshakes extra festive by adding graham cracker crumbs on the rim, whipped cream, fun straws and patriotic sprinkles. I hope you and your family have a wonderful, and safe, Fourth of July. Enjoy some Apple Pie Milkshake!

Apple Pie Milkshakes by LoveandConfections.com

Apple Pie Milkshakes

By Love and Confections
Published 07/03/2016
Apple Pie Milkshakes

Apple Pie Milkshakes are reminiscent of the favorite holiday pie and ice cream, with a twist. Use pre-made apple pie and creamy vanilla bean ice cream to create an easy and delicious frozen treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 slices apple pie
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 5 scoops vanilla ice bean ice cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • toppings: whipped cream and sprinkles
  • optional: graham cracker crumb rim

Instructions

  • Place apple pie, milk and ice cream in a high-powered blender. Blend and serve in chilled glasses. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles.

Yield: 2 servings
Prep Time: 5 mins.

Total time: 5 mins.
Tags: Apple Pie, Milkshake, Frozen, Ice Cream, Fourth of July, Summer,



Until next time, 
LOVE & CONFECTIONS!

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For the Red, White and Blue Salads and Main Dishes

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  • Blueberry and Watermelon Arugula Salad by A Mind Full Mom
  • Blueberry Barbecue Sauce for Red, White and Blue Chicken Skewers by Caroline’s Cooking
  • Firecracker Hot Dogs by Sunday Supper Movement
  • Founder’s Mac and Cheese by Cooking Chat
  • Pumped Up Potato Salad by Food Lust People Love
  • Red Hot Chicken and Blue Cheese Bites by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
  • Red White & Blue Caprese Salad by Go Epicurista
  • Red White and Blue Fruit Salad by A Day in the Life on the Farm
  • Red, White, and Blue Salad by Simple and Savory
  • Watermelon Salad with Feta & Blueberries by Monica’s Table
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Oh Say Can You See Desserts

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  • Cherry Vanilla Poke Cake by Cookin’ Mimi
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  • Firecracker Muddy Buddies by The Bitter Side of Sweet
  • Flag Fruit Pizza by Dash of Evans
  • Homemade Snow Cones by Palatable Pastime
  • Patriotic M&M Cookie Bars by Alida’s Kitchen
  • Patriotic Smoothie Pops by Crazed Mom
  • Red, White, and Blue Berry Pound Cake Bites by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
  • Red, White and Blue Fruit Kabob Flag by La Bella Vita Cucina
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  • Red White and Blue Parfaits by Desserts Required
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  • Red, White, and Blue Rice Krispie Treats by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
  • Red, White and Blue Shooting Stars by The Freshman Cook
  • Red White and Blue Strawberries with Chantilly Cream by Pine Needles In My Salad
  • Rice Krispies Treat Birthday Cake by Pies and Plots
  • Rosemary Cookies with Tomato Jam by The Finer Cookie

Apple Pie Milkshakes by LoveandConfections.com

Filed Under: Beverages, Ice Cream & Frozen Treats, Uncategorized

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