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Nueske’s STOCK UP Fall Sale, Get Bacon for 99¢ a pound!

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(Our Trunk Last Fall!)

Nueske’s STOCK UP Fall Sale, Get Bacon for 99¢ a pound!

September 10th -15th
OPENS 8a.m.  – Cash & Carry ONLY; while supplies last

Nueske’s Applewood Smoke Meats Company Store, 1390 Grand Ave., Wittenburg, WI 54499

One of my FAVORITE sales of the year is back! NOTHING is better than Nueskes Fall Sale. You can get bacon for AS LOW AS 99¢ a pound! There are lots of options with this sale – Whole Strips, Bacon Pieces, Irregular Sliced, and Ends.

PLUS this year they are offering Bone-In Ham Steaks, Bone-In Ham Pieces and Ends, AND Boneless Turkey Breasts!

Get to there early because some items will sell out FAST! It is super simple…go in the store, tell the cashier what you want, pay, and get a slip to head outside to the frozen truck.   Hand them your slip and they will put your order together for you! PLUS, someone will even help take it to your car if you need assistance!

  • Applewood Smoked Bacon Pieces
    Case Price $19.90 (10 lb. Case, $1.99//lb.)
  • Pepper-Coated Bacon Pieces
    Case Price $12.90 (10 lb. Case, $1.29//lb.)
  • Pepper Coated Irregular Sliced Bacon
    Case Price $77.70 (six 5lb. bags per case, $2.59//lb.
    or individual 5 lb. bags inside our store, $2.79/lb.
  • Hillsdale Applewood Smoked Sliced Bacon
    Case Price $92.70 (six 5 lb. bags per case, $3.09/lb.)
    or 5 lb. individual bags inside our store $3.49/lb.
  • Pepper-Coasted Bacon Ends – Great for chopping and adding to recipes
    Case price $9.90 (10 lb. case, $0.99/lb.)
  • Applewood Smoked Bone-In Ham Steak
    $3.99 per lb. (two steaks per package)
  • Applewood Smoked Bone-In Ham Pieces & ends
    $2.49/lb.
  • Applewood Smoked Boneless Turkey Breast
    $4.99/lb.

We stocked up last sale. Each 10# Box has exactly that, TEN POUNDS all in a big blue bag and frozen. What we do is let it thaw just a bit and then use our foodsaver to seal in one pound packages to last us through the year! I also chop some up and fry it up right away and refreeze it for recipes.


(Photos from John who always give us a heads up of this sale!)

If you prefer to purchase in smaller amounts, in the store you will also find Irregular sliced smaller packages.

Weekly Meal Plan 8/26 – 9/1

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Weekly Meal Plan 8/26 – 9/1

We are back to school now and I am hoping to keep up with making meals each night.  I want Nolan to help with something whenever possible.  He has developed a love of cutting things up and stirring!

Sunday: Meatballs and Pasta
Trying to using up freezer ingredients is a major goal right now.  Found some ground pork so meatballs it is.  I am going to make them on the small side so we can repeat it later in the week as meatball subs!  PLUS, I am going to make a whole pound of pasta so I can use the left over noodles for Nolan’s lunch during the week! Getting a lot of out this meal’s prep!

Monday: Mashed Potato Bowls
Always a big hit with my kids, mashed potatoes, gravy, chicken, & corn are layered into steaming hot deliciousness!  I use my Instant Pot to make the potatoes in no time and NO BOILED OVER WATER!

12 Minute Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes:

4 pounds (appx. 8 medium) Potatoes, Peeled and Chunked
1 T. Salt
4 T. Butter
1/2 c. milk
2 T. Sour Cream (optional)
Salt & Pepper to taste

After peeling and cutting up potatoes (I cut mine into eighths), add to Instant Pot (no trivet).  Add cold water, just until all potatoes are covered.  At 1 T. salt.  Cover and seal pressure cooker and make sure vent is set to seal.

Set cooker to High Pressure Cook for 12 minutes.  After it comes to pressure the timer will start.  Once the timer goes off, you can either let it automatically release or after a few minutes do a manual release.  I usually let mine automatically release while I finish the rest of my meal prep!

CAREFULLY lift out the Instant Pot insert and drain the water.  Add potatoes back and add butter, milk and sour cream.  Mash to desired consistency and salt and pepper to taste!

Tuesday: Pizza Roll Ups
Turn a loaf of frozen bread dough into a tasty pizza meal in no time.  

1 Loaf Frozen Bread Dough
2 c. shredded mozarella cheese
Pizza Fillings of choice *
Marinara Sauce

Allow bread dough to thaw and rise on a greased cookie sheet for the day.  (usually about 6 hours).  You can get it out in the am, spray with some non stick oil on top, put a piece of saran wrap or parchment over and cover with a towel.  Let it rise all day!

When ready to prep, punch down the dough and shape into a rough rectangle on the cookie sheet.  Sprinkle with toppings and cheese.  Carefully roll up and seal the ends very well.  Place seam side down on the baking sheet.

Bake at 350 for 20 minutes until brown and it sounds ‘hollow’ when tapped.  Allow to rest 10 minutes before slicing into individual spirals.  Serve with warm marinara for dipping.

*I LOVE to use leftovers in this.  Meatballs, shredded chicken, steak, pulled pork, taco meat or sloppy joe filling is EXCELLENT!  Add whatever cheese you like.  Pepperjack, cheddar, jack, anything goes!

Wednesday: Breakfast for Dinner
I don’t know for sure what I am going to make, but probably egg sandwiches.  Toasted bagels, fried eggs, cheese and bacon! Bacon always comes through for the win!

Thursday: Leftover remix – Meatball Subs
Since we have tumbling, I need an easy to make meal that is done quickly.  From my meatball & pasta meal, I am reheating the meatballs and serving them in toasted hoagie rolls topped with cheese.

Friday: Chicken Alfredo Roll Ups
I am going to grab a rotisserie chicken and try a new recipe.  I saw it on a Facebook video and it looks so good!  Find the Recipe HERE.  Courtesy of Delish.

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Instant Pot Fall Off the Bone Country Style Ribs

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Instant Pot Fall Off the Bone Country Style Ribs

Ingredients:

  • 3 Pounds of Country Style Ribs (Bone In or Out)
  • 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon Each
    • Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Mustard Powder, Cumin & Paprika
  • 3/4 Cup Dr. Pepper or Cherry Coke (Beef Broth can be used if you prefer)
  • 1 Cup BBQ Sauce (any brand or flavor)

Instructions:

  • Combine all dry ingredients together in a small bowl
  • Massage the dry rub on ribs (both sides)
  • Put the soda or beef broth in the bottom of an Instant Pot and add the trivet. (I have cooked them with and without the trivet in my instant pot)
  • Add ribs to pressure cooker and pour half a cup of the BBQ sauce over the top of them.
  • Seal the Instant Pot lid and put it in the LOCK position.  Make sure vent is in the SEALING position.
  • Cook on Manual, High Pressure for 45 Minutes. Once pressure has built, the valve will pop up and timer will start to countdown

  

Natural Release Method:

Once timer has gone off, the ribs are done, the instant pot will start beeping and the digital display is at Zero… Push CANCEL to stop the reheat mode (digital display will show off) NOW WAIT…. the pressure is going to slowly release on its own. This will take about 20 to 25 minutes.

THEY ARE DONE. With a spoon (safety first) lift up release valve, turn half a turn counterclockwise (be careful of any extra steam that may be left) Now, and ONLY NOW can you release the lid! Don’t they smell wonderful?

With tongs (those yummy ribs are obviously going to be hot) take them out (they will be falling apart tender) and put on a serving platter, drizzle to your liking the reserved portion of the BBQ sauce you have left……. ENJOY!

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Meal Plan 8/19 – 8/25

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Meal Plan 8/19 – 8/25

After going way off schedule for the summer I have decided I need to make a menu plan for the week and STICK TO IT. Especially now that we are into ‘back to school’ mode.  We were falling into a bad habit of zero routines and relying on late meals of PB&J, cereal or oatmeal.

Hopefully sharing my plan with you each week will keep me accountable and more organized.  I know I may not do these in exact order, but having a solid plan in place keeps me focused for the week!  Not sure if I will do a full 7 or keep it at 5-6 for leftovers and knowing at least one night we won’t be home.

Sunday: Make your own Pizzas
I found a 3 pack of mini crusts with sauce included for $2.79 at Aldi.  DONE DEAL for this mom who like to let her kids help with meals.  Put out the cheese and toppings and let them go!

Monday: Crock Pot Italian Beef
Chuck Roast is on sale at Meijer so I grabbed one to cook later in the crockpot. Just add a can of beef broth, some pepperoncini juice from a jar in the fridge and 2 packets of Italian dressing mix.  DONE in 6 hours!


Tuesday: Breakfast for Supper – Egg Casserole
Using VERY stale crusty bread, you can turn it into a great hearty meal with items you probably have on hand!

4-5 cups cubed stale bread
10 eggs, scrambled
Salt & Pepper
2 T. Milk or Cream
1 lb. cooked sausage, bacon or ham
1 c. shredded cheese

Spray an 8×8 pan or deep casserole dish with nonstick oil.  Mix eggs, milk & salt, pepper well. Add stale bread.  Allow to sit 4 hours or overnight.  Add cooked & cooled meat and cheese.  Bake at 350 for 45 minutes until set and browned.  Top with more cheese if desired.

Wednesday: Egg Roll Bowls
I have leftover grilled Chicken to use up.  Grabbing a bag of store bought cole slaw makes this a fast an easy meal.  It has been a long standing favorite in our house and is perfect for left over chicken or pork.   

1 bag cole slaw mix (carrots, cabbage, red cabbage mix) or broccoli slaw
2 cloves garlic minced
2 T. sesame oil
2 T. Soy Sauce
Salt & Pepper to Taste
Cooked Pork or Chicken.  For this version, I used left over grilled chicken.  Just finely shred it up. Ground pork works great, too.

Add oil and garlic to a large frying pan.  Cook over low until garlic become fragrant.  Add the bag of cole slaw mix and soy sauce. Toss to coat.  Put a lid on and allow to steam for about 5 minutes or until soft.  Salt and pepper to taste.  Add meat and heat through.  Serve with rice if desired!

Thursday: BLT Sandwiches
Trying to clean out the freezer with our moving coming soon. WARNING, meals may become VERY creative as I dig through my stockpile.  Thursday’s are tumbling night so I plan to cook the bacon ahead before leaving and just need to quickly re-warm and make the toast.

Friday: Burgers & Fries
Keeping it simple with a kid favorite.  I use my air fryer to make my fries and I love that it keeps me from turning the oven on during the summer!  I will probably serve it with carrots and celery with ranch.

Mickey & Minnie Mouse Themed Birthday Party Ideas

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By now, you may know that when it comes to birthday party planning, I am a BIG fan of a theme!  I probably can only get away with this for a few more years, so I have to have fun with it while I can!  This year, Carlie got to have a Minnie & Mickey Mouse Party.  Adding a few touches with printed labels, fun matching paper products, and simple themed food makes it all came together.  Pulling influence from Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and the Disney Characters themselves, we had cute, easy, and fun party!  

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Minnie Mouse Cupcakes:

After baking cupcakes in polka dot liners (find styles HERE on Amazon or HERE on Michaels.com)

Decorate them with:

White Butter Cream Frosting
TWO Mini Oreo Cookies for ears
Red Fruit Roll Ups (cut into squares and twist into a simple bow)

Minnie’s Bowtique Pasta Salad:

Prepare your favorite pasta salad with Bow Tie Pasta.  Used a fun Minnie Printable to note Minnie’s Bowtique.

Mickey Mouse Fruit Tray:

Using Strawberries, Blueberries and Pineapple, arrange fruit into the shape of Mickey’s legs  Add 2 large marshmallows for his trademark buttons!

Goofy’s Vegetable Garden:

Simple veggie tray, arranged however you like.  Add a fun label.  I used a printable with Goofy dressed as a farmer!

Hot Digity Dog Bar

Hot dogs kept hot in a crock pot with all the fixings created a fun nod to the classic theme song!

More Ideas:

  • Swedish Fish Candy as Gooey Fish
  • Silverware as Mouse-Ka-Tools
  • Red, Yellow & Black Napkins + Paper Plates. You can find these at a dollar store!
  • I had a Mickey Mouse cutting board available to use for a cheese tray, but 2 smaller paper plates and one large paper plate will give you the same fun affect!  Especially if you use black ones!

 

Make Your Own Detangling Spray for PENNIES!

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Make Your Own Detangling Spray for PENNIES!

As couponers & bargain hunters we are ALWAYS looking for ways to save money!  One of the more expensive items I seem to buy often & end up paying full price for is detangling/leave in conditioner spray.  It’s a luxury item that just seems to be worth every penny.  STOP PAYING FOR IT RIGHT NOW!  Using any brand of conditioner you can make a bottle for just PENNIES.  Let’s be honest here – I rarely pay more than a buck for a bottle of name brand conditioner!  Now using that cheap bottle of conditioner to make a WHOLE BUNCH of detangling spray – that is a LOT OF BANG for YOUR BUCK!

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What you need:

  • 1 c. distilled water
  • 1 Tbsp. Conditioner – Any Brand/Scent
  • few drops of essential oils (optional – just for scent if you like)
  • Spray Bottle (these glass ones HERE or HERE are also a great option for long term use)

Add the water, conditioner and oil to the spray bottle.  Secure lid in place and shake!  That is it! You now have a bottle of detangling spray that works as well as the expensive store bought kinds!

I also recommend purchasing a wetbrush for combing through wet or dry hair.  It helps cut through the tangles and makes the task far less painful for little ones, especially!  I have found it to work exceptionally well for my naturally curly and frizzy hair!  Find them HERE at Kohl’s or HERE at Walmart!

 

Instant Pot Pulled Pork – One Meat Prep, 5 Delicious Meals!

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Instant Pot Pork – One Meat Prep, 5 Delicious Meals!

After much debate and hearing from EVERYONE how much they loved their pressure cookers – I did it,  I caved and purchased an Instant Pot!

After letting it sit in the box for a few weeks, scared to death of it, I finally pulled it out.  Boy am I glad I finally got brave and fired that bad boy up!  It is amazing how quickly the food cooks.  So far my trials have included mashed potatoes, chicken a few different ways, and an amazing pork tenderloin.

In this post I am going to share with you a basic pulled pork recipe and how to make it into a  5 meals. One meat prep and 5 delicious meals. Now that is the way to meal plan!!

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Meal #1

Basic Pulled Pork

4 lb. Bonless Pork Loin or Shoulder Roast
1 1/2 c. Chicken Broth
2 cloves of garlic minced
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Prepare it:

Chunk the pork into 4 equal chunks.  Add chicken broth to bottom of Instant Pot.  Place the pork piece into the pot.  Season liberally with Salt & Pepper and top with minced garlic.  Seal lid on cooker and set timer for manual high pressure at 60 minutes.

Once it is done cooking, allow it to naturally release pressure for 10-15 minutes and then finish releasing manually.  Your pork is now fork tender and ready to be shredded.  Remove as much fat as you can from the cooked meat and shred.

TIME SAVER TIP:  Using a stand mixer with the paddle attachment -`  Place cooked meat in the mixer bowl and starting on low, shred for a few moments and increase speed for about 30 seconds.

Serve pulled pork with a veggie/salad and rice, pasta or beans for meal #1.

Store left over pork in fridge with some of the broth from the instant pot cooking liquid!  You can freeze the leftover meat in ziptop bags, for making meals later.  I love having cooked meat in the freeze for last minute meals or unexpected dinner guests!

Meal #2

BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza

Prepared Pizza Crust (or use homemade)
1/2 c. alfredo sauce or ranch dressing
1 c. BBQ sauce – whatever is your favorite (no need to measure, just as much as you like really!!)
2 c. pulled pork
2 c. shredded cheese (I used mozzarella and cheddar jack, but ANYTHING works!)

Prepare it:

Preheat your oven per the crust directions.  Par bake it for 5 minutes & remove from oven.  Mix the alfredo sauce and 1/4 c. of BBQ sauce.  Spread over pizza crust.  Crumble pulled pork over pizza crust.  Drizzle BBQ sauce over the meat.  Top with shredded cheese and drizzle more BBQ on top.  Bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.  Allow to cool and serve!

Meal #3

Pork Fried Rice:

1 1/2 c. White Rice – cooked according to package directions
1 c. pulled pork
1 c. diced carrots
1 minced onion
1 c. diced celery
2 cloves minced garlic
1 T. sesame Oil
1/4 c. soy sauce
2 eggs – lightly beaten

Saute onion, carrots & celery in sesame oil in a LARGE skillet over medium/low heat.  Cook just until tender.  Add garlic and saute a few more minutes.  Toss in pork.  Add soy sauce and rice.  Stir to coat rice.  Push rice to one side of the skillet.  Pour eggs in and scramble quickly.  Mix together.  Serve with egg rolls if desired!

Meal #4


Pork Nachos

Tortilla Chips
2 c. Pulled Pork
Taco Seasoning
Nacho Cheese
Grated Cheese
Salsa, Sour Cream, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Olives, Jalapenos, etc. as preferred

Prepare it:

Cook Pork with taco seasoning as directed on package. Serve over chips with desired toppings.

Super Saver Tip: Add a can of beans to your meat to stretch the quantity even further!

Meal #5

BBQ Pork Bowls

Left Over Pork
Your Favorite BBQ Sauce in a bottle
Mashed Potatoes
2 c. milk (whole is best – but please, nothing less than 2%!)
2 T. Butter
2 T. Flour
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Prepare it:

In a skillet – warm the pork with your favorite BBQ.  Heat very low and stir often.  Meanwhile, prepare mashed potatoes as desired.

Using a small pot, melt the butter over medium low heat.  Add the flour and stir constantly.  Cook 5 minutes stirring often while the flour is cooked.  Using a wisk, slowly add the milk to flour & butter mixture and keep stirring it to prevent clumps.  Heat over medium low to a boil.  Once it has thickened and boiled, add salt & pepper to taste.

To serve:

Layer mashed potatoes, pork & gravy in a bowl.  Enjoy!

Time Saver Tip: There are very good ‘country gravy’ mixes available in the spice and prepared meals aisles.  Usually they cost about a dollar. Following the very simply directions on the packet works fast, tastes great, and saves a lot of time compared to making homemade white gravy!

Disney is going to start charging for WHAT? Seriously?!?

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Photo taken at Walt Disney World

Disney is going to start charging for WHAT? Seriously?!?

Fellow Mouseketeers, Staying at Resorts on Disney Grounds is going to get a bit more expensive if you plan on driving your own vehicle. Effective March 21st any resort reservations will be charged a standard overnight parking charge depending on which resort you stay at. (I have confirmed with a Disney representative, feel free to call if you have questions like I did)

Here is the price list according to their website WDWinfo.com (It will be being updated on March 21st)

  • Value Resorts: $13 nightly
  • Moderate Resorts: $19 nightly
  • Deluxe Resorts: $24 nightly

If you prefer, valet parking for a cost of $33 a night will also be available at select Disney Deluxe Resorts.

My family has stayed at most the resorts, even DVR Members Resorts like Old Key West. Though we LOVE the Disney life and atmosphere of staying on grounds, we have recently started staying off grounds, and honestly prefer it. We rent a house and this way have our own kitchen, pool, etc.

On a positive note, if you do what my family does, and take a day off from the parks to resort hop and trade pins, enjoy the restaurants,  the shops, etc. Complimentary Standard parking will still be free for visitors.

 

 

S’More Valentine’s Day Treats!

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S’More Valentine’s Day Treats!

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What you need:

  • Golden Graham Cereal
  • Chocolate Chips
  • Mini Marshmallows
  • Favor Bags or Zip Top Bags
  • Colored paper, stickers, stamps, etc. for decorating

To Make:

  • To make the paper labels, I just typed ‘Let’s Play S’M❤RE’ onto a Microsoft Word Document and added the lines to write to & from.  Then printed on bright colored paper.
  • Once printed and cut, we wrote names on each and then decorated with stickers and stamps.
  • Fill each bag with a handful of cereal, marshmallows, and chocolate chips.  We used a 1/4 c. measure to scoop. You could mix it together & fill each one, but I was afraid the chocolate chips would all fall to the bottom of a big bowl!
  • Fold the bags over and secure with tape or a staple.
  • Fold each label in half and staple over the top portion of your treat bag.  Double sided tape would work well, also!

Check out these other fun Valentine’s Ideas:


Valentine’s Oreo Pops Recipe

 

 

The Best Cocktail Meatballs – A Crock Pot Recipe!

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The Best Cocktail Meatballs – A Crock Pot Recipe!

I love a good shortcut recipe & using premade frozen meatballs gives you a 10 minute prep time for these yummy and super easy appetizer.

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What you need:

  • 28 oz. – 32 oz. Bag of Frozen Meatballs
  • 1 1/2 c. Ketchup
  • 1 c. Brown Sugar
  • 1 c. White Sugar
  • 1 t. Worcestershire Sauce (or a couple of heavy dashes)

To make:

  • Place meatballs into crockpot.  I prefer to use a liner to avoid the messy clean up!
  • Bring Ketchup, both sugars, and Worcestershire sauce to a gentle boil over low heat, stirring often.  Boil 1 minute.
  • Pour sauce over meatballs.
  • Cook on low heat for 4 hours until heated through.
  • Keep on warm for several hours for service.

Tip: This sauce is also perfect for cocktail weiners!

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