Tonya Staab

One Pot Chicken Potsticker Soup In Under 20 Minutes

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

It was cold and rainy for a few days this week. That's when I turn to my favorite comfort foods for dinner, like soup.

This one pot chicken potsticker soup is made in under 20-minutes, so you'll be curling up on the couch in front of a movie with a bowl of warm comfort food in no time at all. Plus, it will be a great addition to your Chinese New Year celebrations on February 5; serve it as an appetizer, or a main dish.

The Chicken and Vegetable Potstickers from Ling Ling come with their delicious signature dipping sauce, which makes them the perfect addition to this soup.

Lady and the Blog: St. Patrick's Day Printed Favor Bags

The twins' went back to school today. Jay doesn't start back at college though until the end of the month.

This post may be about St. Patrick's Day, but I thought it was appropriate for back-to-school too. Did you know that you can print directly onto paper bags? This is such a fun thing to do for your kids birthday, sack lunches for field trips, and special days at school. Of course, I made these ones for a St. Patrick's Day party though.

You can find all the details on how to make these fun party favor or lunch sack bags over at Lady and the Blog.

 

3 10-Minute Wing Dipping Sauce Recipes for Game Day

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Frank's Red Hot but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Wings are by far a favorite in our house. They are not only perfect for parties and watching the big game, but they are so easy for the kids to pull out of the freezer and heat up in the microwave on their own for a quick weekend or after school snack. It's one less thing I have to do.

If you are entertaining at home though, I've got three delicious (and easy) dipping sauces for you that are perfect for pairing with wings.

Did you know that Frank's RedHot has a new product in Walmart, Frank's RedHot Wings - available in Buffalo, Kickin' BBQ, and Original flavors?

Lady and the Blog: DIY Valentine's Day Pennant Banner

I'm already in Valentine's Day mode over here. The holiday of love. Mike has headed back east and we are looking forward to being reunited again very shortly. This is our year. We have big, BIG, plans for the year that we can't wait to share. 

But for now, we are taking it one holiday, one special occasion, and one checkmark off that list at a time.

If you are already gearing up for Valentine's Day like we are, then head over to Lady and the Blog where I'm sharing the tutorial to make this easy Valentine's Day pennant banner. It's the perfect project for the kids, and the best part, you can hang it up year-round if you like. This one will be hung in the bedroom.

 

DreamWorks 3Below Galaxy Cupcakes

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by DreamWorks Animation Television

Are you looking for a fun activity to do with the kids while they are on winter break? Have you checked out 3Below on Netflix.

Tales of Arcadia: 3Below is a new animated adventure comedy from the team behind Trollhunters, and is now streaming on Netflix. It’s the perfect series for the whole family to watch together over the holiday break.

The series comes from the team at DreamWorks Animation and follows two royal teenage aliens, Aja and Krel, and their bodyguard Vex, as they flee a surprise takeover of their home planet and crash-land on Earth — in Arcadia, the same town where the events of Trollhunters take place. Now on the run from intergalactic bounty hunters, they must blend in and adapt to the bizarre world of high school all while attempting to repair their ship to return to and defend their home planet.

And, what could be better than watching a series together? How about making a delicious treat to enjoy together too. I'm showing you how to make these 3Below galaxy themed cupcakes that everyone will love.

 

Makes and Takes: Knit Coffee Mug Cozy

I'm beginning to wonder if winter is going to arrive in San Diego. Seeing as fall has finally arrived though, I'm guessing winter may arrive just before spring. I did see a friend post on Instagram today something about it going to be 80 degrees here and I refused to read any further. Refused!

It is cool enough now though for sweaters and light jackets ... I say as that bright yellow thing in the sky shines through my office window and into my left eyeball.

The slightly cooler weather means I'm thoroughly enjoying a nightly hot chocolate though, and every now and then lighting the fire while M and I curl up under blankets and watch our nightly television series together.

But, is there anything worse than holding a hot mug? So I made a few mug cozies, so that we can still breathe in the smell of the hot chocolate and hold our mugs without burning our hands.

Want to make your own? This is a really easy pattern, perfect for a beginner, and I'm sharing all the details over at Makes and Takes.