Monkey Bread Recipe

I needed a sweet treat one day and I went on a search for a cinnamon yum. I used to make something similar as a kid, but couldn't remember the exact measurements of sugar and cinnamon. Warning, once you start you won't be able to stop eating these little bites!

1 can Pillsbury Grands biscuits
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp. cinnamon
1/2 stick of butter

Directions: Grease a pan. Open can of biscuits and cut each biscuit into four pieces. This should give you 24 biscuit pieces. In a bowl, melt the stick of butter and in a separate bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon. Take each biscuit piece and dip it into the butter, then roll into the cinnamon/sugar mixture before placing it onto your greased pan. After all biscuit pieces have been placed on pan, bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 10-12 minutes (or until biscuits look done). Allow to cool before serving.

Serves 12, 2 biscuit pieces per serving (not enough if you ask me).

Boy vs. Girl

I haven't crafted too much since the boutique, but I had two great excuses to dust off my paper cutter and make a few cards.
I made this one for a baby shower I went to. I love this stamp set C1359 Sweet Baby! It's one of my favorites. I also used the Creative Basics Cherry-O paper. For the center of the flowers I used matching accents in buttons, brads, and sparkles.

My little guy is turning 6 next week! He wanted to only invite two friends to his party so I figured making them would be easier. He chose the robot and I did the rest. The robot is from the stamp set Little Boys (retired). The lettering is the stamp set Celebration Labels (retired). It's very simple (boys don't care about crafty things), but I like how it turned out.

Fiesta Ravioli

I thought this would be something different the our usual italian meal. It turned out really well. The kids ate it and hubby liked it too. It was especially yummy when you got a big bite of cheese to go with your Ravioli! I got this recipe from http://www.sisterscafe.blogspot.com/.

Fiesta Ravioli
1 package (25oz) frozen beef ravioli
1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
1 jar (8oz) salsa
2 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (2oz) sliced black olives drained (optional)
sour cream and lettuce for garnish

Cook ravioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet combine enchilada sauce and salsa. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Drain ravioli, add to sauce and gently stir to coat. Top with cheese (and olives, if desired). Cover and cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted. Bring to the table and enjoy with lettuce and sour cream. Apporx. 6 servings

Studio J

Studio J is here! What is Studio J you ask? Well, Studio J™ is an online design software that allows you to create custom-printed two-page layouts you put in your albums. There is no software to purchase and install; instead, simply log in to Studio J from my website juliescott.myctmh.com and start designing your layouts! You can create and immediately purchase your layouts, or you can save them for later completion and purchase.

Close To My Heart has put together a great introductory offer:
For 5–9 layout purchases: You will receive a pack of 5 Memory Protectors free!
For 10–20 layout purchases: You will receive free shipping/handling plus a free pack of 5 Memory Protectors for every 5 layouts in their order.

Go HERE to try it and tell me what you think. Email me or leave a comment. I’ll choose at random a comment or two to get some fun new products!

Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins

I've kind of neglected the food part of my blog because of the boutique (thank you to those that came!) but I'm back to sharing a few recipes. I've been trying them, just not posting them!

This recipe came from http://www.sparkpeople.com/. It's great place to help you count calories, give you exercise tips, and recipes. I love baked goods so when I saw this recipe I had to try it. They are very dense and fill you up without a ton of calories. The last time I made them I put the Cinnamon and sugar right into the mix and I like them that way too.

Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins

1 cup old fashion rolled oats (not instant)
1 cup non-fat milk
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 egg whites
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. sugar
raisins or nuts (optional

Soak the oats in milk for about one hour.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Spray muffin pan with cooking spray (I used muffin cups. From some odd reason you will need to let your muffins cool and set for a bit before they will come out of the wrapper cleanly.)
Combine the oat mixture with the applesauce and egg whites, and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl measure and whisk the dry ingredients together.
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined. Add nuts or raisins if desired.
Do not over mix the batter or the muffins will be tough. Spoon muffin mixture into muffin pan.
Combine the cinnamon and sugar and top each muffin with some of the mixture. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until done.
Remove from pan, cool and enjoy.
These can be frozen and reheated in the microwave for a quick breakfast.

Number of Servings: 12

Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 20.5g
Calories:93.5
Protein: 2.9g

May Kit Of The Month- Splendor

I had so much fun creating with the new products Close To My Heart has given us in the NEW Summer Idea Book! The papers I used are called Splendor and when I saw this stamp set, Hot Diggity, I knew I had to have it. The paper flowers I created with the new circle punch are so much fun!

The kit of the month comes with an instruction sheet that will be emailed to you after payment is recieved. Your supplies will be delivered soon after (a $5 shipping charge will apply for those that live out of my delivery range).

All papers are precut and prestamped making it so easy to put together!

Prices:
Layout Kit - $9.00 – Includes papers and accents to create a two page layout.
Card Kit- $9.00 – Includes papers, accents, and card bases to create 4 cards.

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS-
Do both the layout & Cards for only $12!

Add Ons: Hot Diggity Stamp Set $21.70
Circle Punch $14.80
GET IT ALL FOR ONLY $48.50!

You can host your own workshop and get your kit free! Call or email me to order this kit or to set a date for your workshop! Click HERE to get my contact info.

THANK YOU!

A big thank you to all of you that came to our boutique on Saturday. I've emailed those that won a gift certificate from my drawing at the boutique. Check your email to see if you were one of the lucky winners!