The Super Bowl is almost here. I will admit… I am really not a football fan. I rarely know who is playing. But I live in a house of guys, so I try to make it fun and learn. We love to celebrate here and always find a way to do that. We enjoy watching the game at Grandpa & Grandma’s house, since we do not have tv.
Thankful for the pause button or just turning the TV off during half time entertainment that we do not what we approve of. It doesn’t go with our values. Sadly, the commercials are created after finding out what America wants…they are a reflection of the culture. This can be used as a teaching tool and a window to the world about what the world is doing and how it is pulling us away from God. It can be used to help our children see what we need to pull away from. You can read more about that here.
Mixed in among the commercials that pull your heart in the wrong direction, there are some sweet commercials that will tug at your heart. This was my favorite from last year… God Made a Farmer.
The Super Bowl, good snack food and fun go hand in hand. We try to eat healthy most of the time, but do have some unhealthy snack times.
Here are some that we enjoy:
Three Bean Casserole
This can be a meal in itself…so good!
- 1 can butter beans, drained
- 1 can kidney beans
- 2 cans pork -n- beans
- 1 lb hamburger
- 1/2 onion
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar
- 1 TBSP mustard
Brown hamburger and onion. Drain.
Add the beans.
Mix sugar, ketchup, vinegar and mustard together. Stir into bean mixture.
Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
Sausage Velveeta Dip
- 1 lb sausage, browned and drained
- Velveeta Cheese Cut into Cubes
- 2 cans of Rotel, not drained.
Can cook in crockpot or on the stove. Serve with Tostitos.
Easy Pigs in Blanket
- 1 packages Lil Smokies
- 1 can crescent rolls
Break apart the crescent roll at the perforation (or more if you want more bread for each one). Roll it up around the smokies. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown.
Mini Meatloaves
- l lb ground beef
- 1 package stove top stuffing
- 1 cup water
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Mix meat, stuffing mix and water and option {see below}
Press into 12 greased muffin cups.
Indent center with spoon and fill with sauce.
Bake 30 minutes or until cooked through. Sprinkle cheese on top and bake for 5 minutes until melted.
Options:
- American – 1 tsp garlic powder and 3/4 cup bbq sauce
- Italian – 1 tsp italian seasoning and 3/4 cup spaghetti sauce
- Mexican – 2 tsp chili powder and 3/4 cup chunky salsa
Easy Gooey Brownies
I love chocolate. My son has acquired my love of chocolate and loves to bake brownies. YAY ME!!! The Pampered Chef brownie pan is perfect for those that love the corners and edges (ME!)
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup cocoa
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups sugar or stevia
- 1 cup flour
Combine melted butter and cocoa.
Beat eggs and sugar until fluffy and add to cocoa mixture.
Add flour to the mixture.
Bake in greased 9 x 13 pan at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
Our Special Punch
This is a punch that we enjoy…the kids like to make it. It is yummy! We change the name for every holiday or special event. 🙂
- 3 cups water
- 2/3 cup Tang or Orange Essential Oil
- 1 cup Cranberry Juice
- 1 cup Pineapple Juice
- 1/2 cup sugar or Stevia
- 1 quart Ginger Ale
Mix together and enjoy!
Other Simple Snack Ideas:
- Chick-Fil-A Nugget Tray
- Hot Dogs
- Chips and Salsa
- Chex Mix
- Chips and Dip
- Veggie Tray
- Popcorn
- Cookies
Did you know that the Super Bowl is not all that fun for lots of people? There are some really ugly truths taking place. It is the largest sex trafficking event in the US. Some people go to pimp their daughters. Very, very sad. Check out organizations like A21 who help victims like this all over the world.
Valentine’s Day is coming…check out ideas to make your family feel special here and check out my Pinterest board for more ideas.
