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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:54:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I had an awesome Mother’s Day this year, definitely one of the best yet!  I also love how the preschool teachers do little things for Mother’s Day as well for the kids to bring home.  The funniest thing was this &#8230; <a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/2010/06/01/mothers-day/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I had an awesome Mother’s Day this year, definitely one of the best yet!  I also love how the preschool teachers do little things for Mother’s Day as well for the kids to bring home.  The funniest thing was this little “About my Mom” thing they filled out.  The first question was “My mom always says” and Ty’s response was”</p>
<blockquote><p>“TO-NY”, when she’s mad</p></blockquote>
<p>I just about DIED laughing.  We’re always joking about how I say Tony’s name when I’m yelling for him and he thinks it’s hilarious when Ty mocks me when I do it.  So, the fact that he told that to his teachers as the one thing I always say…well, I’m sure they were rolling!</p>
<p>I guess I also like to wear pink shirts and that my favorite thing to do with Ty is play Wii Fit.  <img src='http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':-)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>I also got my first breakfast and bed on Mother’s Day, which consisted of a very tasty granola bar (again from the preschool teachers!) and lots of snuggles with the kiddos.</p>
<p>I then got to go shoot a <a href="http://blog.tentinytoesphoto.com/2010/05/a-mothers-day-to-remember-minneapolis-newborn-baby-photographer/" target="_blank">gorgeous little newborn girl</a>, which was such a pleasure.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="Cracker" src="http://tentinytoesphoto.smugmug.com/Family/Everyday-Fun-2010/MG2343/885436229_2xCWM-M.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="450" /></p>
<p>We then headed over to my sister’s house to celebrate with my mom and family.  My sister made some super yummy kabobs on the grill and the asparagus was delicious as well.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="Asparagus" src="http://tentinytoesphoto.smugmug.com/Family/Everyday-Fun-2010/MG2348/885436717_EEsBC-S.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="267" /></p>
<p>One of my fave new recipes are these super EASY and delicious potatoes:</p>
<p><strong><img class="alignnone" title="Potatoes" src="http://tentinytoesphoto.smugmug.com/Family/Everyday-Fun-2010/MG2349/885437066_BmJmZ-S.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="267" /></strong></p>
<p><strong>Range Roasted Potatoes</strong></p>
<p>Preheat oven to 425.</p>
<p>Take 3 lbs of your favorite potatoes, skin on and cut them up into chunks, not too big though.</p>
<p>1/2 cup of Olive Oil (I like to use EVOO)</p>
<p>1 package of Onion Soup Mix</p>
<p>Throw it all in a big Ziploc bag and shake it up (this is SO much easier than mixing it in the bowl, IMO)</p>
<p>Once mixed, put into a 9x13” glass baking pan and bake for 30–40 mins or until potatoes are nice and tender.  Stir occasionally while baking.  You’ll know they’re done when they’re a nice, rich golden brown color.</p>
<p>I think Sweet Potatoes would be really tasty too this way!</p>
<p>Here’s a few photos of my sweet monkeys from our day</p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="B" src="http://tentinytoesphoto.smugmug.com/Family/Everyday-Fun-2010/MG2363/885438250_JMPmT-M.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="450" /></p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="B" src="http://tentinytoesphoto.smugmug.com/Family/Everyday-Fun-2010/MG2377/885438492_AjED8-M.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="450" /></p>
<p>It’s scary how much they look alike!</p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="Monkeys" src="http://tentinytoesphoto.smugmug.com/Family/Everyday-Fun-2010/MG2389/885438739_entJ4-S.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="267" /></p>
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		<title>J’adore les Crepes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Amy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I’ve loved them since the first day I had a crêpe in French class that melted in my mouth and I fell in love with them even more after my trip to Paris in high school.  Every once in a while &#8230; <a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/2010/01/25/jadore-les-crepes/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’ve loved them since the first day I had a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cr%C3%AApe" target="_blank">crêpe</a> in French class that melted in my mouth and I fell in love with them even more after my trip to Paris in high school.  Every once in a while I like to make a batch and reminisce as I savor them.  Fortunately, the fam likes them now too!  So, I thought it would be fun to do a little post about how I make them.  They’re not nearly as hard as you would think.</p>
<p>I like to make them in my blender, but you can also make them with a mixer too.  Start by taking 4 eggs and putting them into the blender.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0760-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-560" title="20100123-_MG_0760-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0760-web.jpg" alt="" width="346" height="518" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0761-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-561" title="20100123-_MG_0761-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0761-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>Then add 2 1/4 cups of milk</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0773-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-562" title="20100123-_MG_0773-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0773-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>followed by 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup of melted butter</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0776-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-563" title="20100123-_MG_0776-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0776-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>and finally 2 cups of flour</p>
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<p>Now, we’re ready to blend!  Blend for about 1 minute.  Then stop and scrape the sides to make sure you get any lumps of flour mixed in.  Ok, let’s blend for about 15 more seconds.  This will make it nice and smooth.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0791-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-565" title="20100123-_MG_0791-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0791-web.jpg" alt="" width="384" height="576" /></a></p>
<p>Now, we need to put it in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0806-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-567" title="20100123-_MG_0806-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0806-web.jpg" alt="" width="378" height="566" /></a></p>
<p>***** T I M E   L A P S E ********  (you know, like they do on the cooking shows?) <img src='http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':-)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>Now, it’s time to cook, yay!  Turn on your stove to about medium heat.  You don’t want it too hot otherwise you’ll burn them!</p>
<p>When I first start my batch, I like to melt a little bit of butter, for some reason, this helps the first ones turn out better.  But once it’s gone, I don’t do it after every one.  This <a href="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?lt1=_blank&amp;bc1=000000&amp;IS2=1&amp;bg1=FFFFFF&amp;fc1=000000&amp;lc1=0000FF&amp;t=manimadn-20&amp;o=1&amp;p=8&amp;l=as1&amp;m=amazon&amp;f=ifr&amp;md=10FE9736YVPPT7A0FBG2&amp;asins=B00005AWCA" target="_blank">crepe pan</a> is awesome for making them as it’s nonstick and just the right size, but any small frying pan will work too.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0985-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-568" title="20100123-_MG_0985-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0985-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>Next, pour in about 1/4–1/2 cup of your batter (depends on how thick you like them).  This is when it’s really nice to have used the blender as you can just pour it directly into the pan! <img src='http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':-)' class='wp-smiley' />   Then, pick up the pan and swirl it around, making sure to cover the entire bottom of the pan.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0988-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-569" title="20100123-_MG_0988-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0988-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>It will take about 2–3 minutes to cook the first side.  The edges will begin to curl up and when they seem to be turning golden brown, gently peek underneath to see how it’s looking.  You want a nice golden brown color.  If it looks good, then flip it!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0994-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-570" title="20100123-_MG_0994-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0994-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>The 2nd side only takes about another minute to cook.  And that’s it!  Just use wax or parchment paper to separate each of the crepes and store in an airtight container (we just use a ziplock).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0996-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-571" title="20100123-_MG_0996-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0996-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>Now, for the best part, enjoying them!  You can add any toppings that you want to your crepes.  Some of my favorites are fruit, chocolate syrup, butter, powdered sugar or whipped cream.  But my absolute favorite is <a href="http://www.nutellausa.com/" target="_blank">Nutella</a>!  Mmmmm.…SO good!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_1001-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-572" title="20100123-_MG_1001-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_1001-web.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></a></p>
<p>Just roll it up, or fold it up, do whatever you’d like…and enjoy!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_1009-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-573" title="20100123-_MG_1009-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_1009-web.jpg" alt="" width="420" height="630" /></a></p>
<p>Here’s the recipe.  Thanks for reading!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0797-web.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-566" title="20100123-_MG_0797-web" src="http://www.maniakmadness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100123-_MG_0797-web.jpg" alt="" width="420" height="280" /></a></p>


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