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Cookie Sheet Apple Pie for Your Family Reunion
Now that you have chosen your family reunion theme and planned your games and activities you’ve got to figure out a way to feed all the hungry people that will show up at your reunion. For many folks...
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S’mores in a Non-Traditional Way
I couldn’t believe that my brother gave my Mom the assignment to do S’mores for our Wells family reunion. Not that there is anything wrong with my Mom, she makes delicious S’mores, but we were having...
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Potatoes-in-a-Bag
A Delicious Idea From My Nephew, Brayden, for Your Family Reunion Sometimes I get in a rut- I forget that some people don’t pack up and head for the mountains when they plan a family reunion or family...
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Planning for Food Allergies at Your Family Reunion
Ten ideas for “accommodating” those with food allergies at your family reunion or party Allergies to gluten, eggs, milk, seeds, nuts, peanuts, and more make it impossible to eat "normal" family...
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Banana Boats
Is your family tired of S’mores and other traditional campfire treats? Tired of S’mores- no never. Well maybe you’re ready for a change? Try some yummy “Banana Boats” cooked over the fire. Just...
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Dutch Oven Chocolate Chip Cookies
Dutch oven chocolate chip cookies for your family reunion. If you want to be the post popular person at your family reunion, mix up a batch of these Dutch oven chocolate chip cookies. You may even be...
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April Fools Pizza Cake
Bake your cakes according to the package directions. Don’t fill your pan any fuller then 1/3 full. You don’t want the cake to go up over the edge of the pan. You’re looking for a large round flat...
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Glow in the Dark Party
If it glows in the dark I’m probably going to love it! In fact, this year at our family reunion we’re having a glow in the dark 5K race- it’ going to be so cool! For my oldest son’s birthday …...
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How Much Do I Need to Feed 100?
Feeding 100 or more family or friends? Here’s what you’ll need. Basic guidelines-adjust as needed Feeding 100: Applesauce 2 gallons Baked beans 5 gallons Bread 10 loaves Butter 3 pounds Cakes 8-10...
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Quick and Easy Dutch Oven Cookies
I usually mix up a batch of cookie dough to bake in our Dutch oven when we go camping, but on a whim I threw in a package of cookie mix for our last camping trip and it was a … Continue reading →
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Crescent Roll Pizzas for Family Game Night
At our house, Friday night, is pizza and game night. On Friday night, all the kids and grandkids that are available come to our house for homemade pizza and fun. The truth be known I get a little...
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The Family That Eats Together Stays Together
Or Forcing Your Family to Mingle One difficult part of a family reunion or party can be getting your family to mingle during meal time. We usually have each family group sitting together- the...
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Cooking With Pie Irons
No, we’re not talking about the loved ones that will be attending your family reunion- we’re talking about Pie Irons! Pie Irons are known by many different names, Pudgie Pies, Pioneer Pies, Fire...
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Cookies to Feed a Crowd
My husband has a favorite cookie recipe that he remembers from his youth. These cookies are great for family reunions because they make about 120 large cookies and they keep really well- oh, and they...
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Eats Are On The Way
If you’ve hosted a party, shower or other gathering you know how difficult it can be to pull yourself away from the festivities in order to prepare the refreshments. This simple game is the perfect...
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Ghost Cake With Flaming Eyes
When I was a young mother I attended a workshop that included some fun holiday cooking ideas. The most memorable idea I came away from the workshop with was this ghost cake with flaming eyes. The...
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Secrets for Hosting a Successful Family Reunion
3 Keys to a Successful Family Reunion Planning a family reunion can be a nightmare. But the good news is that you are not alone, we can do this together. I don’t know your specific situation but I can...
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Quench Thirsts At Your Next Reunion
Keeping your family hydrated during your family reunion is important and can be a challenge if you are having your reunion outdoors and if you will be encouraging playing sports and other physical...
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Best Salad Ever!
My sister-in-law, Pam, brings the most delicious salads to our family reunions and parties but this salad, with pecans and pomegranate seeds, is my very favorite. If you’re looking for a yummy salad...
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Hobo or Tin Foil Dinners With Variations
One of our favorite family reunion and campfire meals is Hobo dinners or Tinfoil dinners. We love tin foil dinners so much we sometimes make them in our oven at home. Our favorite recipe for tin...
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