Weekend photos in review, old school style. Contex Weekend photos in review, old school style. Context: 1) saying goodbye until Easter, 2) sending him back with good bagels, 3) sunlight charging station, 4) the sun was out all day yesterday and it was glorious, 5) hitting the farmers market for my favorite garlic butter, 6) make a wish, 7) sun patterns, and 8) my sous chef
I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I’m going to make it count. Doo Wop Eats opened a few months ago in downtown Denville and their fries are LEGIT. They are hand cut and taste the way fries should … like potatoes! I add a sprinkle of salt and dunk them in a side of their special sauce and they are pure perfection. You can order a small bucket or a large one (better for sharing!), or as a side item with one of their other delicious menu items like their cheeseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches or cheesesteak. I do believe they’re the best fries in town. I said what I said. Doo Wop’s menu celebrates all your favorite Jersey shore boardwalk treats, including Fried Oreos, clam strips and milk shakes and has a fun vibe for kids and families. 😍
The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that takes all of your favorite ingredients from a grinder (or sub) sandwich and makes it into a delicious chopped salad. It’s as easy as putting everything in a bowl and chopping it up. Perfect for busy days and lazy nights, light meals and warm weather choices. Ingredient list below. Enjoy!

One bag or arugula
One container of cherry tomatoes 
Quarter pound of hard salami
8 Oz of fresh mozzarella
One small red onion
1/3 cup banana peppers 
Handful of fresh basil
Half cup Italian salad dressing
3 T Kewpie mayo
2 T red wine vinegar 
Sea salt and black pepper

Chop it all up, add a half box of ditalini pasta, cooked. Mix to combine.

Recipe from GrilledCheeseSocial.
We had a fun little board party this week and the We had a fun little board party this week and the delicious whipped Brie I shared earlier was front and center. If you haven’t heard of board parties, it’s when every guest makes a different type of food board and brings it - so much fun noshing ensues! With toasted baguette slices, cornichons and local honey, this was mostly a French-inspired board. So simple to pull together and totally my kind of meal.
Lunch date with one of my favorite people. 😍 We Lunch date with one of my favorite people. 😍 We popped into Cafe Crevier downtown and I finally got to try one of their burgers. It was thick and juicy and cooked to perfection. Love that the lettuce was shredded, and that the bun was toasted and slightly crispy. If you’re local, pop in and give them a try - don’t miss the fries!
I haven’t had a snow pic on my feed all winter b I haven’t had a snow pic on my feed all winter because, well, it’s been a weird one. Despite living in the Northeast, our Winter has had hardly any snow. Not to worry though, we’re going to be having snow in the Spring at this point. 😂 End of the week has a high of 50 degrees, today we lived in a snow globe with awful wind. I don’t even care what freaking season it is, just PICK ONE. And for the love of all things holy, I desperately need sunshine.
Grey days, perpetual rain, delayed opening tomorro Grey days, perpetual rain, delayed opening tomorrow … all the perfect setting for a cozy night at home and #candleoclock.
Weekend Photos in Review, old school. ✨ Weekend Photos in Review, old school. ✨
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Straight from the Cookie Jar: Monkey Munch

June 3, 2009 · Narrative

Monkey Munch

Our glass cookie jar in the kitchen was reaching dangerously low proportions and it was time to rectify that.  Even though this snack mix has been around seemingly forever, I only had it for the first time a few years ago.  Nick was young enough when I made it that he doesn’t remember having it before.  I’ve seen it called Puppy Chow and Muddy Buddies before, but recently I discovered it as Monkey Munch.  I loved the name, and it seemed especially fitting given our own little monkey.

I think you’ll agree that you can’t go wrong with the winning combination of peanut butter and chocolate.  It just works.  This recipe is crazy simple to make and is a fun snack item for kids when they’re on the hunt for something a little sweet.  Dig in!

Monkey Munch

1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup butter
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 tsp. vanilla
9 cups Crispix cereal (any flavor)
1-1/2 cups powdered sugar

1. Combine peanut butter, butter and chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.

2. Microwave for one minute then stir to blend all ingredients thoroughly. Add 1/2 tsp. vanilla. Stir well.

3. Place the 9 cups of Crispix cereal in a very large bowl.

4. Pour the peanut butter-chocolate mixture over the cereal and toss evenly, making sure all the cereal gets a good covering.

5. Coat with powdered sugar, sprinkling evenly over the cereal and tossing as you sprinkle to cover each piece well.

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Comments

  1. Claire says

    June 4, 2009 at 12:41 am

    Our brains are on the same wavelength. I totally bought the ingredients this afternoon to make this for our family reunion this weekend! It is SO good…we call it puppy chow.

    Claires last blog post..So Corny!

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  2. sharon says

    June 4, 2009 at 12:44 am

    I love the name monkey munch! I grew up knowing it as Puppy Chow and I just never understood the name. This is such a fun, easy and messy snack to enjoy!

    sharons last blog post..Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups with Rice Krispy Treat Topping

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  3. Janet says

    June 4, 2009 at 2:13 am

    Ok, well, the cereal is whole grain, the peanut butter great protein, butter- well that’s real butter, not chemical stuff, and powdered sugar- um… lightly coated bites! YES! I declare this a healthy diet friendly treat for this dieting/ exercising like crazy mom! Oh Cate, you rock… lol

    Janets last blog post..Lemon Meringue Pie with homemade crust

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  4. Jackie @ PhamFatale.com says

    June 4, 2009 at 3:08 am

    My husband loves sweet Chex-Mix. He’s a big kid. I have to give this a try.

    Jackie @ PhamFatale.coms last blog post..Goat Ricotta Cheese and Pine Nut Stuffed Baby Zucchini

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  5. Debbie says

    June 4, 2009 at 7:19 am

    Great idea and that looks so good!!!!

    Debbies last blog post..Mariniated Asparagus Salad and Awards!

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  6. doggybloggy says

    June 4, 2009 at 8:32 am

    how do you not sit next to that and just nibble, nibble, nibble?

    doggybloggys last blog post..writing 101

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  7. Jess says

    June 4, 2009 at 8:33 am

    This is one of my all time favorite treats. We usually only make this around Thanksgiving or Christmas. Tomorrow is the last day of school for my kiddos, I may have to whip this one up!

    Jesss last blog post..Wordless Wednesday

    Reply
  8. chris says

    June 4, 2009 at 8:43 am

    OMG this reminds me of my favorite Reality show Jon and Kate. she made that for them.

    Reply
  9. Cathy says

    June 4, 2009 at 9:02 am

    I love this stuff – one of the girls I work with makes it for me all the time – can’t get enough of it.

    Cathys last blog post..Counting down the days………………

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  10. Patsy Kreitman says

    June 4, 2009 at 12:12 pm

    I’ve never made this before, but I know how addictive it can be!

    Patsy Kreitmans last blog post..Spaghetti with Mushrooms, Garlic and Oil

    Reply
  11. The Delightful Gourmet says

    June 4, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    How interesting. I have never heard of Puppy Chow. What a great dessert to make a puppy themed party. Peanut butter and chocolate is the perfect comination as well. Gonna make this for my kids and let you know how they like it.

    The Delightful Gourmets last blog post..Triple Layer Chocolate Bars

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  12. Natasha - 5 Star Foodie says

    June 4, 2009 at 3:02 pm

    Perfect for my little monkey :) Peanut butter and chocolate is wonderful together!

    Natasha – 5 Star Foodies last blog post..Liquid Mango "Ravioli"

    Reply
  13. Magda says

    June 4, 2009 at 9:16 pm

    OMG…that looks goooooood

    Reply
  14. donna says

    June 4, 2009 at 10:51 pm

    I love the sound of this, delicious! My kids will adore it!

    donnas last blog post..Bow Tie Taco Casserole, Chocolate Chip Snack Cake, and I’d Like an Honest Opinion Poll

    Reply
  15. kiss my spatula says

    June 5, 2009 at 4:31 pm

    i have such a sweet tooth and this looks like just the thing to remedy those hairy afternoon hours when things can go horribly wrong. can’t wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  16. debbie says

    June 6, 2009 at 8:08 pm

    How could I have lived so long without ever having heard of this? My toddler will LOVE it, and I’m pretty sure my husband and I will, too.

    debbies last blog post..Zen and the Art of Baking with a Toddler, Part 3

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One bag or arugula
One container of cherry tomatoes 
Quarter pound of hard salami
8 Oz of fresh mozzarella
One small red onion
1/3 cup banana peppers 
Handful of fresh basil
Half cup Italian salad dressing
3 T Kewpie mayo
2 T red wine vinegar 
Sea salt and black pepper

Chop it all up, add a half box of ditalini pasta, cooked. Mix to combine.

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I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I’m going to make it count. Doo Wop Eats opened a few months ago in downtown Denville and their fries are LEGIT. They are hand cut and taste the way fries should … like potatoes! I add a sprinkle of salt and dunk them in a side of their special sauce and they are pure perfection. You can order a small bucket or a large one (better for sharing!), or as a side item with one of their other delicious menu items like their cheeseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches or cheesesteak. I do believe they’re the best fries in town. I said what I said. Doo Wop’s menu celebrates all your favorite Jersey shore boardwalk treats, including Fried Oreos, clam strips and milk shakes and has a fun vibe for kids and families. 😍
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One bag or arugula
One container of cherry tomatoes 
Quarter pound of hard salami
8 Oz of fresh mozzarella
One small red onion
1/3 cup banana peppers 
Handful of fresh basil
Half cup Italian salad dressing
3 T Kewpie mayo
2 T red wine vinegar 
Sea salt and black pepper

Chop it all up, add a half box of ditalini pasta, cooked. Mix to combine.

Recipe from GrilledCheeseSocial.
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