Archives for October, 2008
22
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Desserts, Halloween Treats!, Holiday |
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Sure, Halloween is an ultra fun holiday. You and the family get to play dress up, meet up with friends and roam the neighborhood asking for free candy. It’s a fantastic night! Make sure the night stays full of laughs, fun and sweets with these helpful Halloween safety tips.
Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and to help others see you!
Painting your face this Halloween? Always test make-up in a small area first and remove it before bedtime to prevent skin and eye irritation. Nobody likes a rash!
Is that a homemade treat? Eat only commercially-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats unless you know the chef well. No stranger danger please!
Do you glow in the dark? Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
Examine all treats before eating them for choking hazards and tampering. Limit the amount of treats you eat.
If possible, fill up on this delicious cream cheese inspired Halloween Spider Web Brownie Pie. Click the bolded type for the recipe. Happy Halloween!
20
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Side Dish |
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Based on zero research, I have to presume that sandwiches are the most popular dish in history. This one will make you agree with that “fact.”
Nutritional Information
Creamy Tuna Melts
1 container (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread
2 cans (6 oz. each) tuna, drained, flaked
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine, softened
MIX cream cheese spread, tuna and onion; spread evenly onto 6 of the bread slices. Top with Singles and remaining bread slices.
SPREAD outsides of sandwiches with butter.
COOK in skillet on medium heat for 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned on both sides.
Tomato Bisque
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed tomato soup
3 oz. PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
HEAT soup on top of stove as directed on label with water.
WHISK in cream cheese until completely melted. Sprinkle with black pepper, if desired.
20
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Articles, Main Dish |
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As the weather cools down I’ve definitely found my self in search of cozy, warm comfort foods. There are loads of recipes out there for experimentation. From deliciously creamy soups to filling and satisfying pasta dishes, here are my top three warm comfort foods. What is your favorite cool weather dish?
Farmhouse Chicken Dinner- This recipe is sure to make you feel at home at your dinner table . With sweet carrots, zesty chicken and rice, you’ll easily settle into a comfy night.
Creamy Rice, Chicken and Spinach Dinner- Combine brown rice, chicken, spinach and tomatoes and you’ve got one healthy, satisfying and delicious night!
Foil Packed Fish Florentine- While this recipe might not sound completely glamorous, it’s absolutely delicious and won’t leave your whole kitchen smelling like fish for days on end. With this recipe, clean up is super easy and dinner is on the table is less than 30 minutes!
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How cool is this!? Philadelphia Cream Cheese wants to host your next Pre-holiday party! They’ll send you recipes and cream cheese samples, all you have to do is create the mouthwatering dips and desserts. There’s also a recipe contest with some serious cash prizes. Check out the details below!
Philadelphia Cream Cheese is inviting all Philly fans to apply to host a Pre-Holiday party – you supply the party, and they’ll supply an amazing party pack, complete with plenty of Philly!
On November 15th, 2008 Philadelphia Cream Cheese will be hosting 2500 Pre-Holiday parties across the country. Philly will supply 75 scrumptious holiday party recipes to share with your guests, free Philadelphia Cream Cheese samples to create appetizers and desserts for your party, free Festive Holiday CDs from TARA LEIGH MUSIC PARTY and special offers from Aerobed! If you’re selected to host a party you’ll also get to enter a recipe contest for the chance to win one of three $1,000 gift certificates – just in time for Holiday Shopping!
Don’t miss out on the chance to host your best Holiday party yet! Find out more and apply here.
17
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Desserts |
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Want a hint of sweet and sour in your life? This Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting, atop simple yellow cupcakes (made from a yummy cake mix) are the perfect party treat. I used a few cute flowers to decorate the cupcakes, but feel free to dot your cupcakes with sprinkles or dye your frosting any color you fancy. Go cupcake crazy any way you like!
Prepare cupcakes according to package instructions, cool completely and frost with this Lemon Cream Cheese frosting. Yum!
Nutritional Information
Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
Few drops yellow food coloring
BEAT butter and cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
ADD sugar gradually, beating after each addition until light and fluffy.
BLEND in lemon juice. Add food coloring; beat until evenly tinted.
17
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Articles, Desserts, Main Dish |
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Here’s the week’s best Philly recipes. From comfort food to Halloween treats, Philadelphia Cream Cheese makes every meal just that much better. Here’s all the inspiration you need to bring comfort and smiles into your home this Fall. Enjoy!
Great Pumpkin Cake
Pumpkin Pie Bars
Comfort Food Couture
Halloween Sweet Treats
Get In the Kitchen with the Kids
17
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Articles, Main Dish |
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I’m definitely in the mood for Mexican food this weekend. My usual dives don’t seem all that thrilling so for the sake of variety, I’m going to throw some Mexican food together at home.
I do have a few menu stipulations. I want fun Mexican food on a budget. Lucky for me, things like refried beans, tortillas, cream cheese and salsa come at bargain prices.
Here’s what I’m going to prepare:
Tortilla Triangles- These triangles are delicious take on the traditional quesadilla. Simple and super yummy.
Black Bean Pinwheels- Never thought of pairing black beans with cream cheese? Well, now is your chance. With a chunky salsa dip, these pinwheels are the perfect quick dinner to eat on the couch watching a movie.
Make Ahead Mexican Salad- This salad is so loaded with goodies that you won’t even notice that you’re eating something that’s good for you.
15
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Desserts |
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Anytime peanut butter meets chocolate, I want to be there. This is a great pie to take to a dinner over a friend’s house. It’s easy to assemble, super tasty and comfortably casual.
Peanut Butter and Fudge Swirl Pie
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
1/4 cup hot fudge ice cream topping
BEAT cream cheese, sugar and peanut butter in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping until well blended.
SPOON into crust; drizzle with fudge topping. Swirl knife through cream cheese mixture several times for marble effect.
REFRIGERATE 4 hours or until firm. Store leftover pie in refrigerator.
15
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Desserts, Snacks |
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Too early for Pumpkin Pie? Get your pumpkin pie fix with these sweet bars. With an oat crust and crumble topping, you might forget about pumpkin pie all together.
Pumpkin Pie Bars
Kraft
3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) cold butter or margarine
1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats, uncooked
1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 Tbsp. pumpkin pie spice
HEAT oven to 350°F. Line 13×9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; grease foil. Mix flour, 1/4 granulated sugar and brown sugar in medium bowl; cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in oats and nuts.
RESERVE 1 cup oat mixture; press remaining onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15 min. Beat cream cheese, remaining sugar, eggs, pumpkin and spice with mixer until well blended. Pour over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
BAKE 25 min.; cool 10 min. Use foil to transfer dessert from pan to wire rack; cool completely.
15
Oct
Posted on 2008 under Appetizers, Desserts, Snacks |
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It’s definitely not too early to start thinking about Halloween. Sure, there’s the giant sized bags of candy that you can buy at the grocery store, but you will most certainly want a homemade treat to compliment your jumbo bowl of candy. When neighbors come over for an extended stay, treat them with some hot chocolate and some of these Halloween inspired treats.
Candy Eyeball Cupcakes- Cupcakes are the perfect canvas for your spooky decorations. Create eyeballs with sour apple rings and red decorating gel.
Ghost Cake- With this cake you have all the convenience of individually portioned cupcakes, cleverly shaped like a ghost cake. With a box of cake mix and a delicious cream cheese frosting, it’s super easy to throw together!
Ghostly Crackers- These snacks couldn’t be any easier. With three simple ingredients you can create frightful cracker snacks that kids and adults will both enjoy!
