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4th of July Exploding Ice Cream Surprise

Practical jokes are always fun… especially when MOM is perpetrator! I decided to freak out my kids out a little bit by putting Pop Rocks as a dessert topping on their ice cream. It looked like candy sprinkles, so they were unsuspecting, but lo and behold, they ate it and started screaming and giggling at the same time! BINGO, score one for mom. So if you want to give your friends and family a fun 4th of July dessert, bring on the fire works with an “exploding” ice cream surprise! With just a little sprinkle, this sweet treat gives you a ton of bang for your buck!

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Chocolate Marshmallow Popcorn Surprise

Who doesn’t love popcorn? Okay,who doesn’t love popcorn with melted marshmallow on top? Okay NOW…who doesn’t love popcorn, melted marshmallow and your favorite candy on top? No one!This recipe is fun to make with the kiddos too! They can help spread the popcorn out and sprinkle the candies on the top…fun! After it cools, you can cut it into squares and bring it to class parties, Superbowl parties …

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Seafood Surprise: Linguine with Mussels & Spicy Tomato Sauce

Although I choose to eat a vegan diet (which does not include seafood), it is a very personal choice and it’s not for everyone. But no matter what your diet or lifestyle, I think we should all be as environmentally conscious with our food choices as possible. For that reason I am happy to share with you a lovely guest post and eco-friendly seafood recipe! The following is a guest post by Kate McLaughlin from Blue Ocean Institute: