Please DO feed the bears!

One of the books we checked out this week was, Please DO Feed the Bears, by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. It is an adorable story about a bear family getting ready to head to the beach for a picnic...or so they think. With a little "help" they find themselves hungry and without the yummy lunch they anticipated. My kids enjoyed watching the story unfold, and eating this easy lunch we made using several of the food items donated to the bears in their distress.




I would have loved to take this meal TO the beach, but our weather was crazy. We settled for our backyard sandbox. Having the meal at home allowed us to indulge in a batch of special doughnuts, so I don't think the kids were disappointed at ALL! :-)

Quick and easy doughnuts:
1 tube of Pillsbury Grands (We used the Southern style)
Nice hot oil
powdered or cinnamon sugar


Separate biscuits, cut out a hole, and flatten. This will allow them to cook all the way through so you don't end up with burned outside and doughy middle.


Gently place in oil and be ready to flip. These babies cook up FAST! Remove when golden brown on both sides. (See how nicely they puff up?)



Place on a paper towel for a few seconds to remove extra oil. Have the kids shake them in a paper bag or plate of their favorite sugar, and enjoy!





We made a great memory together. I know they will remember this book and our time together for years to come!



Meredith

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Healthy St. Patrick's Day treats

I was looking for a few healthy options that scream, "We love Ireland!", without screaming, "We love food coloring!" Now, I LOVE to alter the colors and shapes of food, but these treats stood out on their own. Check out our easy Irish flag and colorful fruit rainbow, complete with clouds and gold coins!




Three cheers for food that is fun and healthy at the same time!





Meredith

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Irish Jello Squares

I wanted to give a nod to the colors of Ireland for our big day, so we made these jello blocks as a tasty treat. Who can resist a snack that jiggles?





We are not big fans of green jello at our house, so I mixed blue and yellow to give us the kelly green we needed. I made the jello according to the package directions, except I added 1/2 cup less cold water than was called for in that step, so that the jello would keep it's shape a little better. You're going to want to let this sit for several hours, so get started early!


Isn't this pretty? You can use all different colors, based on the holiday you are celebrating. Green and red would be a fun addition to a kids' Christmas party, and pink and red would perk up Valentine's Day!


After the jello has set, you're ready to start on the white mixture. All you need is one can of sweetened, condensed milk, 2 envelopes of Knox gelatin, and 2 cups of water. (Divided) Pour your Knox gelatin into 1/2 cup of water and let it sit for 4-5 minutes. Heat 1 1/2 cups water to boiling and add it to the gelatin, stirring until dissolved. Add the can of condensed milk and set aside. Slice your jello into small squares, and pour the white mixture over your squares.



Now it can go back into the fridge until it sets, and you're ready to serve it. This is a great way to get part of your holiday celebration out of the way! I love how it turned out!




Meredith

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