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Adorable & Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Rice Krispie Treats

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November 2, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Thanksgiving

Looking for a sweet treat that can help you celebrate all things turkey? Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats are easy to make and assemble!

There are always tons of crafts and recipes to make around the holidays, but this Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats recipe is so fun to put together and the ingredients are super simple. This Rice Krispie Turkey is also budget friendly, which I love! Making a craft that is also edible is a win-win in my book. The kids will literally gobble it right up!

Tips for Making Thanksgiving Turkey Rice Krispy Treats

It’s that time of year again! The leaves are changing color, the air is getting crisper, and families are gathering to give thanks. And what would Thanksgiving be without a turkey-shaped treat? This year, why not try something new and make your own Thanksgiving Rice Krispy Treats? Here are a few tips for making them.

Choose your shape. Whether you want to go for traditional rice Krispy treats or you just want to do a circle, this is the time to create your favorite shape.
Make the dough. Start by melting marshmallows and butter in a pot over low heat. Once the mixture is melted, add in rice cereal until evenly mixed.
Scoop and shaping. Use a spoon or cookie cutter to scoop out dough and shape into your desired turkey shape.
Decorate! Have fun decorating your turkey with frosting, candy eyes, and whatever else you can think of!

Enjoy! Let your creativity shine through and have fun making these delicious Thanksgiving treats!

Is there a difference between marshmallow cream and marshmallow fluff?

Marshmallow cream is a thick, spreadable mixture made from marshmallows, corn syrup, and gelatin. Marshmallow fluff is similar but does not contain gelatin and has a lighter texture. Both can be used as substitutes for marshmallows in Rice Krispie Treats, but may result in slightly different textures and flavors.

Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats

I love sharing kids food crafts with you on the Rachael Ray Show October 2013. This year we have another fun one – a Thanksgiving Turkey Rice Krispie Treat. It’s a great way to recycle leftover Halloween Candy!

Ingredients

Gather a few supplies for your turkey rice krispie treats.

6 cup Rice Krispies Cereal
4 tbsp Butter
10.5 oz Mini Marshmallows
9 Reese’s Miniatures
9 Orange Reese’s Pieces
18 Candy Eyes
45 Candy Corns
1/4 cup Red Candy Melting Chips

Also grab a cookie sheet, bowls, spatulas, for preparing these delicious treats.

Directions

Thanks Thanksgiving rice krispie treat instructions are simple

Line a deeper (1″) baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place Reese’s Miniatures in freezer for 15 minutes.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Add cereal and mix well.
Remove from heat and allow to sit about 3 minutes.
Butter your hands or use wax paper to press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan. FOcus on getting the 1″ depth and only fill as much the sheet as you can while keeping the thickness.
Allow to set for at least 10 minutes.
Using a 2″ cookie cutter, biscuit cutter or drinking glass, cut out circles.
Place red candy melting chips in corner of zippered sandwich bag and microwave for 45 seconds.
Gently massage melted chocolate candy to insure that it is smooth and completely melted. If not, heat another 15 seconds.
Clip very tip of the corner of bag to allow you to pipe on candy.
Using candy as glue, attach miniature to bottom half of circle.
Using candy as glue, attach 5 candy corn feathers around upper half of miniature to be tail feathers.
Using candy as glue, attach Reese’s Piece to bottom half of miniature on its edge as beak.
Using candy as glue, attach eyes above beak.
Pipe on a waddle down the bottom of miniature below beak.
Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set up.

The next time you need a treat idea for the classroom or for a Thanksgiving gathering, these Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats are perfect!

Can you make Turkey Rice Krispie Treats ahead of time?

Yes, you can definitely make Rice Krispie Treats ahead of time. Simply prepare the treats according to your desired recipe and store them in an airtight container. They can last for up to a week at room temperature or even longer if stored in the refrigerator. Just be sure to let them come to room temperature before serving for optimum gooeyness and enjoyment.

Can these turn into Rice Krispie Pops?

Yes. Go ahead and prepare your Rice Krispie treat turkey. You can use these lollipop cake pop sticks to create cute turkey pops. For a fun idea, stick your dessert sticks in a decorated foam flower block or even a pumpkin drilled with holes. Display on the Thanksgiving dessert tables.

Is there a substitute for marshmallows in rice crispy treats?

If you don’t have marshmallows on hand or prefer not to use them, you can try using marshmallow fluff or melting chocolate chips and mixing them with the Rice Krispies cereal. You can also try using melted white chocolate or cream cheese as a substitute for the gooeyness typically provided by marshmallows. Experiment with different combinations and see what works best for your taste preferences.

How long will homemade Rice Krispie Turkey Treats stay fresh?

Homemade Rice Krispie Treats will stay fresh at room temperature for about a week, stored in an airtight container. They can also last longer if stored in the refrigerator. If you want them to stay even fresher for a longer period of time, you can also freeze them for up to a couple of months. Simply thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

More Thanksgiving Treats for Kids

Want more fun food craft recipes for Thanksgiving? Take a look at these Thanksgiving Food Treats featured on Rachel Ray. We hope you have a sweet tooth because there are plenty of ways to carve a turkey for Thanksgiving desserts.

This Turkey Sugar Cookie recipe is the most simplistic. Make the attached sugar cookie recipe or grab a pre-made store brand. Use icing as glue and create decadent feathers with candy corn. Pin it to Pinterest.

The Turkey Nutter Butter Cookies are the most popular Thanksgiving Food Craft, the flexibility of this food craft is nice. How much you want to go with this cookie is up to you. You can have a stand up turkey or a lay down turkey instead. Add leftover Halloween candy to spruce up the design or keep it simplistic with icing and candy corn. Pin to Pinterest.

On the show we made Rolo Pilgrim Hat Thanksgiving Cookies with chocolate peanut butter cups but you can also do with caramel cups. Pick up store bought frosted fudge cookies and glue on the top of the hat to make the perfect little snack for your little Pilgrim. Pinterest to Pinterest.

Lastly, this fun Chocolate Covered OREOs Turkey craft is likely for experienced and steady of hands baker. Mix colors and create bright feathers on your Oreo Turkey using a pretzel as a template. Again, how little or how much of the activity and design you want to do is up to you. Pin to Pinterest.

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Cheeseburger Soup Recipe – Simple and Easy Dinner with a Twist

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August 30, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

This easy cheeseburger soup is creamy with ground beef, vegetables & shredded cheddar cheese. As a bonus, this delicious soup can be made in under 30 minutes and freezes well, which makes it the perfect weeknight meal. Enjoy this simple and easy dinner recipe with a twist! Take burgers off the grill and into the pot!

A delicious way to fill you up and warm you from the outside in on a chilly day this Cheeseburger Soup definitely hits the spot. Cheesy and hearty with a generous serving of meat and tender vegetables for a soup that makes for a great meal-just add crackers or a crusty bread to complete your meal.

If you have bacon left over from breakfast (ya I never do either) you can chop a few pieces and put it over the top for a tasty bacon cheeseburger soup recipe. You can also freeze and reheat this soup for a quick lunch or dinner, let soup cool completely and put it in a freezer safe bowl with a lid.

Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Variation Options

As with any soup, there are a number of ways that you can change up the ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could:

Use a different kind of cheese
Use diced tomatoes instead of ketchup
Add in some chopped onion or green pepper
Top with crumbled bacon or chopped chives or a dollop of sour cream

The sky’s the limit when it comes to soup, so feel free to get creative with your our flavor and likes!

Tips for Making Easy Cheeseburger Soup

Here are a few tips to help you make the best cheeseburger soup possible:

Start with cooked ground beef. This will save you time since you won’t have to cook the beef before adding it to the soup.
If you want a thinner soup, add more broth. For a thicker soup, add less broth.
Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed. This is the best way to ensure that your soup tastes just the way you want it.
Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

FAQ for Cheeseburger Soup

Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, this soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when you’re ready to eat. Just store leftovers or your prepared meal in an airtight container in the fridge and it should stay fresh for 3-4 days. You can also freeze this soup.

I don’t have parmesan cheese, can I use something else?

If you don’t have parmesan cheese on hand, you can try using whatever cheese you do have! Cheeseburger soup is a very versatile meal, which means you can use whatever is in your fridge including, swiss, pepper jack, cream cheese or Velveeta cheese for a very creamy cheesy soup!

Can I freeze this soup?

Yes, this soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Make ahead and freeze for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Just store it in a freezer-safe container and thaw it in the fridge when you’re ready to eat.

How can I thicken or thin my Cheeseburger soup?

You can play with the consistency of your soup. Add a cornstarch slurry or flour to thicken your soup. Add additional broth to thin your creamy soup.

Can I substitute proteins?

Play with your protein. You can substitute ground beef with shredded chicken, ground chicken, ground turkey or ground Italian sausage.

Can this be made in the slow cooker?

Yes, this would make a perfect crock-pot cheeseburger soup. Prep your meat and onions before adding all the ingredients. Add your potatoes the last hour of cooking. Make this slow cooker soup on a low setting.

How can I reduce the sodium in soup?

To reduce your sodium in this soup recipe, add only one teaspoon salt. In addition, after you cook the meat, drain the grease. You can also substitute the ground met with a lower sodium ground turkey. Lastly, cook with a low-sodium chicken or beef broth as the base.

How can I use leftover burgers?

Use leftover burgers or cheeseburgers with this soup. On the night you have hamburgers, add a few extra to the grill in preparation for this quick and easy weeknight dinner cheeseburger soup recipe.

How to Make Easy Cheeseburger Soup for the Family

This Quick & Easy Cheeseburger Soup recipe is so comforting on a cold winter day. Even if your household doesn’t like cheeseburgers they’ll probably enjoy it. It’s one of my family’s favorite meals.

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
½ cup shredded carrots, shredded
3 stalks celery, diced
3 cups chicken broth (or chicken stock)
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
2 cups milk
3 cups potatoes, cubed (russet potatoes are great!)
1 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons garlic salt
¼ cup flour
5 tablespoons butter

Directions:

For a quick prep time, use precut celery, carrots, onions, and potatoes. Alternatively, you can spend about 10 minutes chopping up your ingredients.

Place 2 teaspoons of butter in a large pot (or large Dutch oven) and melt over medium heat, stir in onions and sauté until they start to become translucent.

Stir in carrots, celery, and ground beef and turn up to medium-high heat cooking until beef is no longer pink.

Add chicken stock, parsley, basil, garlic salt, and potatoes, simmer for 10 minutes.

In a separate small pan, melt the remaining 3 Tbsp. butter, and whisk in flour, stirring constantly until a light golden color, whisk in milk until smooth.

Slowly add milk mixture into soup and simmer for a cook time of 5 minutes.

Add cheddar and Parmesan cheese to pot, stirring until completely melted.

Serve and enjoy!

If you’re looking for a hearty, comforting soup that is sure to please, look no further than this Creamy Cheeseburger Soup recipe! Packed with all of your favorite burger flavors, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

More Hearty Dinner Ideas

If you are looking for more hearty recipes that are perfect for a family, we have a huge selection of family dinner ideas. These recipes are a perfect selection because they include one pot options, filling dinner ideas, and are quick and easy (a must!)

First, let’s start with additional hearty soup ideas. These 31+ soup recipes are perfect for winter and fall. Think you could take the 31-day challenge with these delicious soup recipes? This list includes a blog favorite – Copycat Panera Broccoli and Cheddar Creamy Soup and Rustic Beef Stew with Vegetables. Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t let the busy weeknight get you down. These Family-friendly Sheet Pan Suppers are easy dinner recipes for individuals on the go! Plus the clean up is super easy! Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for comfort recipes for the fall that the entire family will love? Never ask what’s for dinner and fall in love (full pun!) with this list of family friendly soup, entrees, and dessert Fall Dinner Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Running out of dinner ideas? Take a look at these Meal Planning Ideas for Families. Over sixty dinner ideas so you can easily go two months (or longer) never repeating the same entrée. Personalize and add your own family recipes to the Meal Planning Template for a quick and easy reference. Pin to Pinterest.

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This tasty dinner post was originally published Feb 4, 2014. (That means, please forgive the original images!)

Elf on the Shelf Ideas – Elf is Camo in the Christmas Tree

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July 26, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Holiday, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas?

This is an EASY Elf on the Shelf Idea. Using dry erase marker, we made Elf camo and hid him in the Christmas tree. If you have some fun army fabric or clothing, it could be fun to dress him up further. This dry erase marker came of easy with a baby wipe.

Camo Elf on the Shelf

This idea is of course cute, but we found more Camo Elf on the Shelf ideas! If a Redneck Elf on the Shelf is more your style, we have some finds for you.

No guarantee any of these Elf Camo Costumes will stay. With Etsy, some of the offers are one time only. Some are remade for multiple orders.

Elf on the Shelf Printables

Our most popular Elf on the Shelf printables can be found in our Elf Store. Shop Elf costumes, our Elf Twister board, Jokes for Kids, our Magic Shrinking Machine and so much more!

Shop Elf Printables + Digital DownloadsWe also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Get all of our free Elf on the Shelf printables by entering your email address below. Look for an email to confirm you signed up. One you confirm, look for a second email in your inbox with a link and password!

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4.) Enter your passcode at the top of the page here and click “Access Printables”

5. Enjoy your Elf on the Shelf Printables.

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD

Don’t forget all of our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf Boards.

We love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Make sure you say good-bye. Look at these creative Goodbye Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Christian Easter Crafts Round-Up Featuring Resurrection Eggs, Gardens and Rolls

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February 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Easter, Free, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Spring

Christian Easter Crafts featuring Resurrection Eggs, Resurrection Gardens and Resurrection Rolls Recipes. Use with Sunday School Lessons or Home Schooling Curriculum Crafts.

Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Gardens

Why do we celebrate Easter? As Christians, we celebrate Easter because it recognizes the RESURRECTION of Jesus. Jesus was killed by crucifixion on a Friday (Good Friday) and then actually came back to life on the following Sunday (Easter.) Easter is often adorned with bunnies, eggs, and pretty dresses, but there are many ways we can still incorporate the “cute” things of Easter by not forgetting the reason for this season.

Before you get started, be sure to save this Easter Games List PDF for gatherings large and small, family Easter parties, youth groups, neighborhood playdates and more. See more Easter Games for Kids.

Easter Games List Printable

Matthew 28:6 “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.”

Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Gardens

::Resurrection Gardens:: Using a pot, rocks, dirt and other creative resources, a resurrection garden is a fun way to plant grass seed and remember the empty tomb that lie in the garden.

Kids Resurrection Garden with Potato Tomb from Oh Amanda

Clip Art from the Resurrection Garden and Tomb from Kleuteridee

DIY Mini Resurrection Garden from We Are That Family

Calvarys Hill Garden Craft from Cranial Hiccups

Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Eggs

::Resurrection Eggs:: The lesson on the empty tomb can also be taken to Easter Eggs. You can make your own resurrection eggs or grab a kit. Fill the eggs with simple items like a cross, nails, rock, bread, and more.

DIY Toddler Resurrection Eggs from Wait ’til Your Father Gets Home

Resurrection Eggs Bible Verses Printable from Frugal Coupon Living

20 Minute Lesson and Resurrection Eggs from Little Bit Funky

Amazon also has Resurrection Eggs if you do not want to make your own.

Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Rolls, Cookies and Easter Breads

::Resurrection Rolls:: One of my favorite lessons, and one of the most yummy treats, are the disappearing Marshmallow Rolls…. Just as the tomb was empty, so are the marshmallows. Have fun with other Easter Breads and Treats too!

Italian Easter Bread from A Homemade Living

Bunny Bread from Frugal Coupon Living

Resurrection Rolls with Disappearing Marshmallows from Eat at Allies

Resurrection Cookies from A Little Bit Crunchy, A Little Bit Rock n’ Roll

Resurrection Cinnamon Rolls from Passion for Savings

He is risen! We have another resurrection food craft – these Easter Resurrection Cupcakes! Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for something else cool? Look at these Easter Egg Dying Ideas – Thinking outside the carton! Pin to Pinterest.

Save these Sunday School Printables. Share with a teacher or print for your kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Easy No Sew Fleece Tie Blanket – YouTube Video!

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January 24, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, You Tube

Easy No Sew Fleece Tie Blanket – Instructions plus a step-by-step YouTube Video tutorial. Turn this cute project into a homemade Christmas Gift using our Fleece Navidad gift tag and a discounted Photo Fleece Blanket. Enjoy!

I really think I have creative ideas but I don’t consider myself artistic… First, I lack time. Second, I lack follow-through. Third, I just have a large family. Other things come before crafting!

One item I can say that was VERY easy and CHEAP to make was a No Sew Fleece Tie Blanket.

This craft was also enjoyable for the kids. it was a unique way to give a handmade gift to grandparents – some of the grandparents who have everything! They didn’t have this. And the kids grow, so with my Photo Fleece Blanket, the photo can be adjusted to the current year. Grandma might end up with 18 years of blankets.

No Sew Fleece Blanket Instructions

The steps for making this blanket are simple. It was one of the easiest crafts I ever did. Plus, I don’t sew, so no machine was required!

No Sew Fleece Blanket Supplies

1 square Fleece Blanket (60″ x 60″ is what I used)
1 Additional Square Fleece Blanket (cut to the same size)
Scissors

Optional Supplies

Square 4″ x 4″ template or index card
Rotary Cutter
Measuring Tape

I like making the fleece blankets coordinating but not the same. I got a solid pink and a cupcake pattern. You can mix up prints too.

No Sew Fleece Blanket Directions

This is the best way to tie no sew fleece blanket together.

First, lay down your first square fleece

Second, lay your second square fleece lined up on top. Make sure all edges line up. Trim where needed.

Cut a 4 inch by 4 inch square on each corner. Use your template if needed.

Next, cut strips about every two finger lengths (an inch and a half – give or take) along the edges. Cut about 4 inches in length.

Once strips are cut along all 4 sides of the blanket, choose a corner. Tie the right bottom of one side with the left top strip of the other side of the blanket. Begin tying all strips in a double knot.

Repeat along all four edges/side until your no-sew fleece blanket is complete!

Ta-da! You are done with your easy No Sew Fleece Blanket. Makes a great gift!

No Sew Fleece Blanket Instructions Video

If you are a visual, learning we get it! This Tie Fleece Blanket Instructions YouTube video is available to help you. Watch the video below for a complete 2 minute tutorial.

Photo Fleece Blankets

This can also be done with photo blankets. We found a Photo Fleece Blanket Sale on Shutterfly, and followed the exact same steps when creating a blanket for my mom!

THIS is your Christmas Gift!.. and Mother’s Day… and Father’s Day… and so on!

A few things to keep in mind. Shutterfly blankets come in three sizes. 30 x 40, 40 x 60, and 60 x 80. So whichever blanket you order form Shutterfly, make sure your backing blanket is cut the same size. If you have a craft store do this, then you can ask them to cut it to size. Otherwise purchase it larger and when your Photo Fleece Blanket arrives in the mail, you cut down your backing blanket to size.

If you want to be detailed about your backing fabric, head to Fabric.com. There are some of the cutest Discounted Fleece Fabric Patterns on the website. Either find one that coordinates with your photo fleece blanket or mix it up and personalize something to your gift recipient (i.e. unicorns, gardening, astronomy, etc.)

Photo Fleece Blanket Christmas Gift

We have more! For your Photo Fleece Blanket Christmas Gift, pair this Fleece Navidad Gift Tag. Pin to Pinterest.

Simple & Southern Peach Iced Tea – Like Sonic

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December 16, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Simple Southern Peach Iced Tea Recipe on Frugal Coupon Living. An easy summer drink recipe with a few simple ingredients.

With the south comes some good southern sweet tea. This is a very simple recipe for Peach Sweet Tea using the syrup & juice from REAL Peaches.

Enjoy!

Simple & Southern Peach Iced Tea – Like Sonic!

Ingredients:

Peach Syrup:

1 cup Sugar
1 cup Water
2-3 sliced fresh Peaches

Tea:

3 Tea Bags
6 cups Water

Directions:

Bring syrup ingredients to boil. Then reduce heat to medium.

Crush peach slices as you stir to dissolve sugar.

Turn off heat cover and let sit for 30 minutes.

Boil water and brew tea letting steep 5 minutes.

Remove tea bags and refrigerate.

Strain syrup through a fine strainer to remove fruit pieces.

Add syrup to tea and serve over ice.

Simple & Southern Peach Iced Tea – Like Sonic

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Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon LIving

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Ingredients

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1 cup Sugar
1 cup Water
2–3 sliced fresh Peaches
3 Tea Bags
6 cups Water

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Instructions

Bring syrup ingredients to boil. Then reduce heat to medium.
Crush peach slices as you stir to dissolve sugar.
Turn off heat cover and let sit for 30 minutes.
Boil water and brew tea letting steep 5 minutes.
Remove tea bags and refrigerate.
Strain syrup through a fine strainer to remove fruit pieces.
Add syrup to tea and serve over ice.

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Tips for making the best southern peach sweet tea: Make sure you crush the peaches while stirring them in the pot and add the sugar while the syrup is hot. This helps the sugar dissolve well and creates a sweeter tea. Also, the secret ingredient is adding a pinch of baking soda while you’re brewing the black tea bags.

FAQ’s:

Why add the baking soda?

This secret ingredient actually helps reduce the bitter flavor (the tannens) from the tea bags, helping create a smoother, slightly less bitter end product.

What is Sonic sweet tea sweetened with?

They offer 2 options. A Sonic sweet tea that has a sugar syrup base, or a sugar free option that is sweetened with Splenda.

Is Sonic tea brewed?

Yes. Their teas, whether they are black tea or green tea, are brewed fresh daily.

How many tea bags do you use for a gallon of sweet tea?

That can depend on the quality of tea you’re using, how strong you want it, etc. The recommended amount varies but it is approximately eight to ten single cup tea bags or three to four family size tea bags.

How much sugar does Sonic put in their sweet tea?

A medium-sized sweet tea has about 45 grams of sugar.

What is the difference between sweet tea and sweetened tea?

There is not much difference. Sweet tea is typically brewed with sugar then has more sugar added to it, creating a slightly sweeter tea. Sweetened tea is usually just sweetened after it has been brewed and taken off the heat.

Also try this delicious Copycat Chick-fil-A Lemonade Recipe. Pin to Pinterest.

Have a drink on us. Enjoy this Easy Raspberry Tea. Pin to Pinterest.

Check out these Copycat Recipes!

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Converted Old Crib into New Desk #DIY #Craft #Pinterest #Tutorial

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November 25, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Pinterest

Do It Yourself Child’s Desk from Old Crib

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Crib Desk

Well I did it! I converted my daughter’s crib into a desk! I had a Pinterest “you must be drunk” moment when I saw an example online and I found this project to be incredibly easy. I did it without help and no sewing! It was a great way to recycle an old crib and reuse my little girl’s oversized furniture.

How to Turn a Crib into a Desk:

I took off the front part of her bed (her bed can easily convert into a day bed or a full bed.)
I placed the crib in the highest position. This gave elevation for a desk and room for my child’s legs.
I measured the width and length of where the mattress pad normally lays. I had a board cut to size. Note: Home Depot cut it up for FREE. This was about $20 with plenty of extra scrap board for other craft projects (the wheels are already turning.)
I primed and then painted the board which chalkboard paint. This was about $20.
I used my daughter’s old bed skirt to hide the area below the crib. Underneath the desk, I have plenty of hidden storage! This is probably my favorite feature.
For less than $40 at Home Goods, I was able to get baskets and display suitcases to place paper, crayons, markers, and other desk activity items. This was $40 and included the price of a lamp on clearance for $20.
I hot glued ribbon that I had already around the edge of the cut board. This gave the trim extra detail and prevented the “rough” sides from rubbing against my kids when they played.
I used two chairs I had in the house to complete the seats for the desk.

Total: My total out of pocket to repurpose the crib was about $80.

Save More: I could have saved at Home Goods by using items I had around the house or hitting the Dollar Store for possible storage solutions. I also purchased a board that was more expensive. There were cheaper options at Home Depot.

Love this idea, pin it to Pinterest! Scroll over the image to upload.

It is a great idea for a future craft!

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Homemade Parmesan Crisps – Go Great with Salad!

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September 6, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe

Parmesan Crisps

I seriously love a salad but the side of something crunchy, salty and irresistible makes it even better! You will love these Parmesan Cheese Crisps. A few suggestions I have are use good quality cheese and a splat mat to prevent sticking and burning.

Ingredients:

8 ounces good quality Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
Finely grate the cheese into a bowl.
Line a large baking sheet with a non-stick pad or Parchment paper.
Add a heaping teaspoon of cheese to the pan until you have six mounds, evenly spread apart.
Lightly press the mounds out until they are flat. Push in any stray pieces that stick out.
Bake for 5-6 minutes or until the egdes are golden brown but not all the way to the center. They will look wet, and that’s ok. If you bake them until entirely brown, they will be bitter.
Remove from oven. They will begin to firm up almost immediately.
Carefully remove with a metal spatula and place on paper towels. Place another paper towel on top and gently press down to absorb the grease.
If you’d like to mold them, be sure to do it before they harden, which happens quickly. You can free hand it, or use a large wooden spoon handle to roll them up.
Once they are completely cooled and crisp, you can store them in an airtight container between layers of wax paper for up to three days. Keep them in the refrigerator.

Makes 25-30 crisps

I like to drag my Silpat (or parchment) off of the pan to speed the cooling process up and get another batch in, but it’s up to you if you want to encourage your readers to do that. The recipe works the either way, but that just makes it go quicker.

Homemade Parmesan Crisps – Go Great with Salad!

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 mins
Total Time: 16 minutes
Yield: 25-30 crisps 1x

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Ingredients

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8 ounces good quality Parmesan cheese
Cooking spray (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
Finely grate the cheese into a bowl.
Line a large baking sheet with a non-stick pad or Parchment paper.
Add a heaping teaspoon of cheese to the pan until you have six mounds, evenly spread apart.
Lightly press the mounds out until they are flat. Push in any stray pieces that stick out.
Bake for 5-6 minutes or until the egdes are golden brown but not all the way to the center. They will look wet, and that’s ok. If you bake them until entirely brown, they will be bitter.
Remove from oven. They will begin to firm up almost immediately.
Carefully remove with a metal spatula and place on paper towels. Place another paper towel on top and gently press down to absorb the grease.
If you’d like to mold them, be sure to do it before they harden, which happens quickly. You can free hand it, or use a large wooden spoon handle to roll them up.
Once they are completely cooled and crisp, you can store them in an airtight container between layers of wax paper for up to three days. Keep them in the refrigerator.

Notes

I like to drag my Silpat (or parcment) off of the pan to speed the cooling process up and get another batch in, but it’s up to you if you want to encourage your readers to do that. The recipe works the either way, but that just makes it go quicker.