I really love bananas... they are soft they are tasty they make baked goods moist they are easy to mash they love me too!!! { the last banana fact is a bit hard to prove but they do always find their way in to my cart at the grocery store...maybe it's not so much love...
Chocolate and peppermint…could there be a more heavenly combination???? I think not! I saw these cupcakes on pinterest and had to make some for myself and to share…sometimes sharing is so hard!!!! I made them for our ornament party last week and they were a hit! I took some pictures and was almost ready to...
I love pumpkin….pumpkin in everything…it adds such a rich, moist, not too dense texture to almost anything you bake from cupcakes to muffins to breads. I have never made a dump cake before so was not sure how this would turn out but I ended up making it twice in 8 days to take to...
I got your attention...didn't I????? : ) I found this recipe on pinterest and knew I had to try it. I was short on time and this recipe {Cookie Brownie Cupcakes with Chocolate Marshmallow Frosting} fit the bill. Minimal ingredients yet maximum taste 'punch'! Cookie Brownie Cupcakes Ingredients: Brownie Mix {I used Duncan Hines Milk...
Just in time for Halloween ~ some yummy Orange Juice cupcakes! Makes about 16 cupcakes 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 2 eggs Juice and finely grated rind of 1 orange 1 tablespoon lemon juice a few drops orange food coloring...
Today I made another great recipe from the Cupcakes Galorecookbook. In the book, this recipe is named Mezzo-Mezzo Cupcakes but I am just calling them Chocolate Coffee Cupcakes. These are so light, so fluffy and sooo tasty that I wish I had doubled the recipe...well, maybe not because then I would have eaten twice as...
If you have a Keurig coffee maker you've probably seen the descale alert displayed at one time or another. Regular cleaning of your coffee maker including the descaling process is an important part of proper maintenance, will keep your machine in tip-top shape, and will ensure delicious coffee cup after cup. *This post may contain...
This creamy cucumber salad recipe is the perfect side dish and wonderful to serve at outdoor barbecues, family gatherings, and summer parties. Sour cream cucumber salad can be on the dinner table in just minutes and you probably have all of the simple ingredients you need already on hand. It's great served with barbecue grilled...
Fall is the perfect time to slow down, enjoy the cooler weather, and spend quality time with your family. If you're looking for some fun and cozy fall activities to do together, look no further! Here are over 25 great ideas to get you started. Use this cute Free Printable Fall Bucket List to keep...
Looking for a great way to use up all those apples from a day spent apple picking or in my case, my favorite apples from the grocery store? Then this instant pot apple butter recipe is for you. It can be made with just a handful of ingredients and is ready to enjoy in a...
Making homemade pumpkin biscotti can seem a bit daunting but this biscotti recipe is made from a quick bread mix which makes it not only easy but quick to make. It's a delicious treat filled with fall flavors. This Pumpkin Biscotti is perfect for the fall season and can be made ahead of time (see...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that means it's time to start thinking about spooky recipes! If you're looking for something easy to make that will still impress your guests, these Halloween Deviled Eggs and Dracula Juice are the perfect choices! The Spooky Spider Deviled Eggs start with a traditional deviled egg recipe like...
This easy pumpkin snack board tutorial will show you how to make one for your next party! It's perfect for Fall gatherings. This festive charcuterie board is perfect Halloween parties, after school play dates, school parties and almost any fall gathering. If you like this you may also like this Halloween Inspired Freak Shake, these...
Have you ever tried boiled cabbage? If not, you're in for a real treat! This simple side dish is not only delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make. It goes well with so many different main courses and most chicken, beef, and pork meals, but one of my favorite ways to serve this buttered...
Late summer and early fall are the most common time of year when a fruit fly infestation can occur. And, if you're here it's probably because you want to know the most effective ways to get rid of these tiny pests. The good news is in this article you'll learn simple ways to rid your...
If you love to create with what you have on hand and to repurpose with what you have on hand check out these fun and easy ideas for using brown paper (the type that's packed into boxes), regular coffee filters, and basic twine! Brown Paper Crafts When you order something online and the package arrives...
If your silver is looking dull and would benefit from a good cleaning, aluminum foil and baking soda are all you need to get it shining again even if there is a heavy tarnish. This simple and easy method will restore your silver to its previous beauty without the harsh chemicals that are sometimes found...
The 4th of July is almost here! Are you looking for some easy crafts and recipes to celebrate? I've got you covered. These 10 ideas are all simple and festive, perfect for a fun day with friends or family and at the bottom of this post, you'll find more wonderful ideas and inspiration from the...
If you want to give your skin the best organic body scrub experience possible, this is it! Made with natural ingredients like organic coconut oil and coffee grounds, which provide an exfoliating boost, this simple to make coffee scrub may increase blood circulation, lead to smoother skin, and remove dead skin cells. The Natural Ingredients...
Lavender flowers are so versatile and one of my favorite uses for them is as a filler for vintage doily sachets. I find if I tuck the sachet under my pillow and lightly spray this homemade lavender linen spray on my sheets, I sleep a little better. I also enjoy it around the house and...
Use this McDonald's Mocha Frappe Recipe to easily create your copycat drink at home. All you need is a few basic ingredients and a blender! It's easy, inexpensive, and delicious and many readers have told me that they prefer it to the original version. Dunkin' Donuts is my preferred coffee if it's hot but if...
It's so easy to make a pretty faux bird's nest from twine or string with this easy-to-follow tutorial. How-To Make a Nest from Twine I am smitten, smitten I tell you with twine. It's utter simplicity is appealing. Something about the symmetrically wrapped up ball screams my name. I have, in the past, been...
These chocolate covered marshmallow pops are fun to make and so easy to customize for any special celebration like baby showers, birthday parties, and more! The particular marshmallow pops I'm sharing today is specifically for St. Patrick's Day but a simple change up of sprinkles and chocolate makes it perfect for almost any occasion. This...
Is it possible to make a Traditional Irish Soda Bread recipe without the use of buttermilk? Yes, it is and I'll show you how to make this delicious bread from start to finish in under one hour (it's closer to a 50 minute recipe) with only 5 minutes of hands on time. Irish Soda Bread...
This Mississippi Chicken Instant Pot dish is such an easy recipe to make! It reminds me of a dump cake. The simple ingredients are added all at once on top of the chicken to the instant pot or slow cooker and that's it. You'll find complete recipes for both the Instant Pot version and the...
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These air fryer bacon stuffed jalapeno poppers are one of the best appetizers I have ever made in my air fryer and they are the perfect finger food for your next party. They are so good that you'll have everyone hovering around them. The best part is that this is an easy recipe and you'll...
How to Make Your House Smell Like the Holidays with Slow Cooker Christmas Potpourri I love almost everything about the holidays including the scents and this Christmas Potpourri is easy to make, budget-friendly, and smells amazing! When there's a chill in the air and the first thing you or guests smell is that unforgettable holiday...
Create beautiful Thanksgiving table décor with upcycled tin cans, drop cloth scraps, doilies, buttons, and fresh Rosemary wreaths. Thanksgiving Table Décor On a Small Budget There are so many beautiful ways to decorate when money is no object or when you have a fairly high budget for such things but when you are limited and...
Thanksgiving is one of my absolute favorite holidays for so many reasons and one of those reasons being.....the food! For this month's Thrifty Style Team share I went through my archives and found 33 recipes, super cute and easy kids crafts (my heart melted when I saw how little my youngest son was in the...
These homemade Pumpkin Spice Cream filled donuts taste amazing and they'll save you a trip to Dunkin' Donuts or your favorite donut shop! There is nothing quite as satisfying as freshly made donuts. The bounce of the dough...the light and airy texture....the aroma while they're frying....and the taste of freshness. They are right alongside some...
If you're looking for a quick side dish that tastes amazing, this recipe for Creamy Amish Potatoes is ideal. It's easy to make, but it still tastes rich and decadent. The ingredients are simple: potatoes, butter, half and half, and salt. The texture of this potato dish is very similar to scalloped potatoes but without...
If you are looking for ideas on how to spruce up your garden here is some beautiful inspiration for making your own upcycled garden planters with items you probably already have on hand. If there is one thing that always adds a personal touch to garden décor, it is a unique planter or multiple unique...
These are the only directions you'll need to make air fryer frozen steak fries that are truly the best you've ever had! This simple cooking process is the easiest way to make air fryer French fries with a delightful crispy texture. Tip for Different Frozen French Fries - Temperature and Cooking Times I'll share with...
This oh so Patriotic 4th of July Centerpiece is a wonderful way to give three cheers for the Red, White, and Blue - it's also super easy to make and cheap! I love almost anything patriotic. I always have for as long as I can remember. I got it from my Dad. He was in...
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This delicious French Toast with Strawberry Syrup (pureed strawberries) may sound hard to make, but it is so easy and perfect for a weekend breakfast! Whether you're looking for a tasty breakfast treat for yourself or to make for your crew, this fluffy and not too sweet dish is sure to please...seriously. Add some bacon...
DIY Easter and Spring Decor I love creating easy decor and this simple Easter Bunny Garland doesn't get much easier. I've included a template so that you can print the bunnies on paper and an SVG file so that you can use with your favorite cutting machine (I love my Cricut and used it to...
I'm Mary Beth! I'm the doer behind The How-To Home. My earliest memories are of ‘doing' - gardening, sewing {learning on an old Singer}, helping my Dad build our house {I’m sure he didn’t mind one bit!?!} painting, crocheting, saving scraps of whatever to make stuff later {I hate to waste}, starting my own family...
Hello! I am so thrilled to have you joining me as I am guest hosting today in the Welcome Home Sunday with friends series. Every Sunday, Kelly of The Tattered Pew, Kristin of White Arrows Home, Deb of Seeking Lavender Lane, Amanda of Sincerely Marie Designs, Jen of Noting Grace and one guest host get...
