Italian Sub Dip
When it comes to tailgating I absolutely love a big Italian submarine sandwich, and took that into consideration when I was testing out recipes for my Super Bowl party this weekend. The Italian sub dip is definitely a party must-have, not to mention it makes a great salad.
Ingredients
1 medium red onion
½ cup sliced banana peppers
½ head Iceberg lettuce
1 tomato; diced
¼ pound deli turkey breast
¼ pound deli ham
¼ pound deli salami
¼ pound provolone cheese
several dashes of McCormick Italian Seasoning
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
1. Chop onion, banana peppers, tomato and lettuce into small pieces. Place in bowl and set aside.
2. Chop the deli meats and cheese into small pieces and add to bowl.
3. Sprinkle some of the Italian seasoning onto the ingredients in the bowl.
4. Combine olive oil, vinegar and lemon juice. Pour as much as you would like into the bowl.
(I didn’t even use half this)
5. Serve dip with Triscuits, sliced baguettes or anything you like.
Three Hour Knitted Infinity Scarf
In the winter there are few things better than a new crochet or knitted scarf, and I have the perfect knitted infinity scarf pattern for you. The best part it’ll only take three hours to complete!
You will need:
• Size 19 knitting needles
• 120 yards** of super bulky (6) yarn*
*I used Red Heart Bouquet Chic
**60 yards of super bulky yarn will give you a cowl instead of a infinity scarf
Direction:
1. Cast on 11 stitches
2. Knit until you have completed both skeins and 12 inches of yarn remains.
3. Sew the two ends together
4. Time to wear!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me!
DIY: Fringe Dog Toy
You don\’t have to spend a lot of money on toys to make your dog happy. In fact I discovered that Jack absolutely loves scraps of fabric, and since then my mum and I have been making him tons of different toys. Over the weekend I made him a copycat version of a fringe toy I saw at Petsmart, but for a fraction of the cost. Here\’s how to make it:
You Will Need:
• 2 different colors of fleece
• Scissors or a Rotary cutter
• Self healing mat (if using rotary cutter)
• Ruler (if using rotary cutter)
Step 1: Cut strips of fleece to your desired size.
I did one inch wide by 20 inches high (for Jack who weighs six pounds)
Step 2: Stack the strips on top of each other alternating colors.
Step 3: Make a knot in the middle.
Step 4: Spread out the fringe so it looks like the picture below.
Cinnamon Raisin French Toast
French toast is a breakfast classic and I’m making it in a whole new way.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Eggs
Splash of milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
1. Place milk, eggs and vanilla in a shallow dish; whisk to blend all ingredients together.
2. Place a pan on the stove and preheat.
3. Once warm, add butter and let cook until it’s melted.
4. Place 2 slices of bread into milk mixture make sure it’s covered, and immediately flip.
5. Put the soaked bread into the pan and cook until golden brown, flip and repeat.
6. Enjoy.
Whipped Coconut Body Créme
Is winter weather wrecking havoc on your skin? You\’re not alone. Recently, I was at a high-end beauty boutique in search of a lotion that would give my skin the TLC it needed, and found a line of “Whipped Coconut” body crèmes that smelled amazing. They were, however, very expensive ($60+). So when I got home I had a go at making my own, and the result was fabulous. P.S. Carrie Underwood has stated before that she uses coconut oil as lotion.
Whipped Coconut Body Créme
Ingredients
¾ cups coconut oil (raw or unrefined virgin coconut oil)
2 tablespoons shea butter
1/2 teaspoon vitamin E oil
1 teaspoon sweet almond oil (optional)
2 teaspoons fragrance of your choice (I used buttercream cupcake)
Sprinkles (optional)
Directions
1. Place all ingredients, except the fragrance and sprinkles in your mixer bowl and blend on high for 3-5 minutes.
2. Place the bowl in your fridge for about 1 hour.
3. Take it out, smash up the hardened oils until they’re tiny pieces. Add in the fragrance and blend again for 4-6 minutes on high.
4. Stop the blender every minute and scrape the sides.
5. Spoon into your jars and top with sprinkles (optional).
Notes: If it’s warm out store in the refrigerator or keep in a cool dark place.
Fashion meets Food 