Red White and Blue Almond Trifle

The delicious sweet taste of almond pound cake balanced with the slightly tart red and blue berries make this red white and blue almond trifle recipe a showstopper at your Independence Day gathering! 

Today I’m sharing my favorite EVER strawberry shortcake recipe…with a twist. This Fourth of July, wow your potluck guests with this Red, White and Blue Almond Pound Cake Trifle.

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Lazy Mom’s Guide to Halloween Dinner

This post is sponsored by Tyson Foods, Inc.  but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Can you feel that? The chill in the air is already creeping in, and so are the Halloween decorations in every store I visit. As you’re well aware, I’m not a big fan of fall, but the holidays of the fall and winter seasons sure make the nip in the air a whole lot more tolerable.

While I do love delighting my kids with a fun themed meal every Halloween season, I don’t always have the same zest for pulling off the details.

Today I’m sharing my lazy mom’s guide to Halloween Dinner. I’m including three, super-simple ideas for pulling off that cute themed dinner, without the prep.

That’s right: if you’re decidedly *not* a Pinterest mom, this post is for you.Lazy Mom's Guide to Spooky Halloween Theme DInner | Five Marigolds

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Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

The Flavors of Deviled Eggs and Pasta Salad Take Your Favorite Summer Side Dish Up a Notch.

A big thank you to Nellie’s Free Range Eggs for sponsoring this recipe, Deviled Egg Pasta Salad. All opinions are mine alone.

It’s finally feeling like summer here in the Midwest: school is out, and temps are finally heating up. That means we get to escape to the great outdoors, to enjoy meals on the patio and schedule picnics and potlucks with friends. Recently, I experimented with a new side dish that our family is loving lately – Deviled Egg Pasta Salad. It combines the creamy, rich flavor of deviled eggs with the crunchy goodness of your favorite pasta salad.Deviled Egg Pasta Salad | Five Marigolds

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Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake

light and fluffy egg bake with crunchy hash browns, Melted cheese and fresh tomatoes.

A big thank you to Nellie’s Free Range Eggs for sponsoring this recipe, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake. All opinions are mine alone. 

Do you ever mysteriously forget about a recipe that you totally love? Only to rediscover it and over-celebrate its return to your life by having  it weekly?

Just me…?

Well, that’s what happened to me with the recipe I’m sharing today. This dish has it all: fluffy eggs, crunchy hash browns, melted cheese, crunchy green onions and fresh tomatoes. It’s an amazing explosion of flavor.Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake Recipe

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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Easy WHITE CHICKEN CHILI IN THE SLOW COOKER

Thick, creamy, and full of spicy flavor, this white chicken chili is a simple slow cooker recipe that is both healthy and delicious. Great for serving on game day!

When the cooler weather hits, it’s time to bring on all the soups, stews, and chilis for the season. You will want something simple and easy to make, right? Let’s grab the crock pot and get it working for you.Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Continue reading

DIY Industrial Cooler + Convertible Planter

 This shop, DIY Industrial Cooler, has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Constellation Brands. All opinions are mine alone. The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. #SummertimeCerveza #CollectiveBias

Today I’m sharing a summer DIY I’ve been wanting to do for a long time. I’m excited to show you how to make a DIY Industrial Cooler for less than $7.DIY Industrial Cooler + Convertible Planter for less than $10 | Five Marigolds #SummertimeCerveza #ad

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Baked Mediterranean Feta Dip

Thank you to Lindsay Olives for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

Fresh garden flavors combine with Feta cheese and spices to create a delicious appetizer that the whole family is sure to love. 

 
This baked Mediterranean Feta Dip is an appetizer you are not going to want to miss. It’s perfect for game day, dinner parties, or just a weekend movie night snack. It’s so easy to make, and the end result is so fresh and flavorful.
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Score Points with the Ultimate Game Day Party

guiltless game day recipes & DIY decor

This shop, Throw the Ultimate Game Day Party, has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and the Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #ReadyForKickoff #CollectiveBias

It’s the start of the new year and the excitement of the holidays is behind us. So naturally, this party planning junkie has turned my sights on gearing up for the upcoming  big game!Score Points with the Ultimate Game Day Party - Guiltless Game Day Recipes and DIY Decor #ReadyForKickoff #ad

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DIY Homemade Hostess Gift Ideas That Will Get You Invited Back

10 Genius Gift Ideas You’ll Want to Copy

Don’t go to your next holiday party empty handed! Show your hostess how much you appreciate her year-round with a thoughtful, but inexpensive, DIY gift.

I know how hard it is to look for the perfect gift that won’t put a hole in your wallet. This gift guide will solve that problem for you. These gift ideas are so easy to put together, and I’m a hundred percent sure that the  host or hostess will enjoy (and actually use) them!

Here’s a compiled list of big and small hostess gift ideas you can bring with you to your next party. No matter what the occasion is, these are sure to impress.

Click the images for more information on how to pull together these DIY hostess gifts that will get you invited back for more gatherings.

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How to Host the Ultimate Thanksgathering

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Be the Hostess with the Mostess this Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is just days away, and with it comes the anticipation and joy of the holiday season, and the task of hosting the family gathering.

I think a lot of families, mine included, are a lot like fudge – sweet, with a lot of nuts! It certainly makes for some interesting holidays, but that’s no reason to stress about your upcoming hostess gig.

Prep like a pro with these simple, yet impactful tips for being the hostess with the mostess at your upcoming Thanksgathering celebration.How to host the ultimate Thanksgiving with free printable favor tags | Five Marigolds

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