Monday, October 17, 2011

Gift- Glass Garden Globe & Plant

What a great {gift} for someone who love all things environmental.

It would be great at home, or in an office.



















It's $29.99 and can be purchased via Redenvelope.com. Per their Web site,

The air plant derives all its nutrients from the air, giving it a somewhat miraculous, ethereal quality. Our glass globe comes with everything needed to plant and suspend individual succulents in mid-air. Whether displayed alone or in multiples, their modern textures and pops of green make the globes intriguing pieces of living sculpture.
  • glass globe, sand, pebbles and 1 air plant
  • includes all the elements needed to make a living ornament
  • includes care and instruction guide
  • 9" diam.
Item #30059921

Sunday, October 9, 2011

Cream Cheese with a Little Spaghetti

Major drool-fest after finding {this} on Pinterest.

Oh my yes. Please.

I made it last week with a few tweaks (more spices and mini meatballs).




















Baked Spaghetti with Cream Cheese (credit)

You'll need
  • 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
  • 1 large can spaghetti sauce (26.5 ounces)
  • 1 can mushrooms (small can)
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (you can use 8 ounces if you prefer)
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • Fresh grated Parmesan cheese
Let's start
  1. Cook spaghetti according to directions on the package. Cook to al dente, drain and set aside.
  2. Soften cream cheese in microwave.
  3. Add milk, basil, oregano, garlic, and mushrooms. Stir well.
  4. Using a 10 x 6 dish, assemble in the following order:
  5. Thin layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom of the casserole dish.
  6. Spaghetti
  7. Cream cheese/mushroom mixture
  8. Spaghetti sauce
  9. Parmesan Cheese (amount subject to your own taste)
  10. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Enjoy!