Puppy Chow Popcorn

This decadent sweet and salty treat is made by coating popcorn in melted peanut butter and dark 

chocolate, then tossing it lightly in powdered sugar. Puppy Chow Popcorn is a family 

favorite snack that's perfect for movie night or watching the big game!

You all know how much I love my popcorn. It's not just for enjoying on special occasions, I eat popcorn all of the time! It's one of my favorite snacks and I have a bowl just about every night. In honor of National Popcorn Day, which was January 19th, I wanted to share some facts with you about my favorite snack, as well as a new recipe. 

Popcorn is a healthy, whole grain snack food and it has no artificial additives or preservatives. It's sugar free and gluten free, plus it's low in fat and calories! I have a stovetop popcorn popper that I adore and use quite often, but when I'm short on time I also use the microwave. Whatever way you make it, it's a great snack choice for you and your family!

Sweet and Salty Popcorn Snack Mix

This Sweet and Salty Popcorn Snack Mix is perfect for lunchboxes or as an after school treat! 

It's that time again...time for the kids to go back to school! I don't know about you, but for me the summer flew by. I mean REALLY flew by! It seems like just yesterday summer started, and here we are at the beginning of a new school year. This year is a tough one for me. My youngest started his senior year of high school, and my oldest will be moving into his first apartment and starting his junior year in college. Where are my babies??? That's what I want to know!

Well regardless of how old my kiddos are getting, it's still very important for me to feed them nutritious meals and snacks. They are still growing boys you know! My high schooler still packs a lunch most days and I love to include a fun treat or sweet snack for him to enjoy at the end of his meal. I've been a massive fan of SkinnyPop Popcorn for quite some time {and I can wolf down a bag in no time at all!}, so I created a fun snack mix for him to take to school. Let's be real though, it's really for the whole family to enjoy!

Orange Cream Shake

Thick, creamy, and citrusy, this shake is the perfect treat on a hot summer day!

When my kids were little, I loved taking them to the mall to walk around and let off some steam. One of their favorite stores to go to was Gymboree. My mom and I went nuts over their clothes (I'm pretty sure we owned stock in that place!) and the back of the store had a little play area with toys and a TV playing their videos. I can still envision it like it was yesterday, my boys sitting in those little rocking chairs, singing and clapping along to the video, watching and listening intently. Seems just like it was yesterday.

Sorry, I'm getting a little teared up here! Anyway, during our little outings we often went to Olga's to have lunch. My mom and I have always loved their Greek salads and pita sandwiches, and the boys loved their three cheese Olga's, curly fries, and the orange cream coolers. The cooler is like an orange shake, and my boys could suck them down in the blink of any eye! They literally drank every last drop.

Cheddar Apple Quesadillas

Honeycrisp apples and mild cheddar cheese come together to create a delicious quesadilla, 
perfect for a snack any time of the day!

We are a cheese loving family. My oldest son and I both love just about every cheese there is out there. Sharp cheddar, salty Parm, nutty Fontina...I don't think I've met a cheese I haven't liked!

Because we love cheese so much, I tend to cook with it a lot. Grilled cheese sandwiches are a favorite. I love to try different kinds and flavor combinations and get all fancy rather than just going the traditional route. It's so much fun to be creative!

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