27 activities to do this winter

Utah, Winter, Things to do in winter

Outings- Classic skating play area- $6.50 http://www.classicfuncenterorem.com/bouncing/   Provo beach resort play games arcades https://provobeach.com/pricing/- $20 all day fun   Coconut cove- vineyard $5 for toddlers http://www.coconutcoveplay.com/pricing/ Adults are Free!   Hangtime- preschool play 9-11 $8 parents free http://getairhangtime.com/pricing/   University mall play activities 9-11 on Monday https://www.universityplaceorem.com/events/   Home …

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40 Instant Pot Meals with 5 Ingredients or Less

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 Breakfast


No-Boil Yogurt 

Homemade yogurt that is actually easy to make? Sounds like an oxymoron, but hey, challenge accepted! Top off your morning like granola on a homemade parfait! Or if you’re looking for a sweeter treat, (this one’s for you, kids!) top with strawberries, blueberries, or even a squeeze of chocolate syrup! (We wont tell 😉 )

 


Giant Pancakes

We are flipping for these no-flip time-savers! With an Instant Pot, there’s no need to slave over the stove flipping flapjack after flapjack. Catch a few extra Zs in the morning by making enough pancake for everyone quickly, all at once! Who wants a slice?

 


Cheesy Egg Bake

Just like those pancakes, your favorite egg breakfast just made it big…literally! Mix up your eggs and toppings, pour it on in and cook! It’s like an omelette you don’t have to flip! Sold.

 

 

Steel Cut Oats

Easy. Raise your hand if you’ve ever tried making steel cut oats in the microwave, only for them to boil over just as your blood boils? Microwaveable oats may stay in their assigned seat, but if you’re looking for a less processed alternative, steel cut oats make the cut! What used to be a time consuming mess is now your new go-to. You’ll never go back.

 


Breakfast Stuffed Peppers

Spice up breakfast without the heat with these protein-packed, stuffed bell peppers. If you’re looking for a savory AM fix, fix yourself up some of the good stuff, stuffed with filling meat to keep you energized and full ’til your lunch break!

 

 
Starbucks Sous Vide Egg Bites 

Save a (Star)buck and make this favorite at home in your Instant Pot! It’s cute, bite-sized and it’s sure to win over even the pickiest of eaters in your home. These little cups are perfect on-the-go, or cooked in advance to enjoy all week!

 

 

Lunch/Pasta

 


Pull Apart Pizza

With an instant pot and a little store-bought dough, there’s no need to knead or wait for it to rise higher than the cost of delivery!  😉 You’l enjoy a fresh hot and ready-to-pull-apart pizza, packed with rich flavor, ready faster than Dominos delivers!

 


Sloppy Joes

A classic like “Smell that”? It’s an American favorite! Sloppy Joes is a little less sloppy when you can throw it all in an Instant Pot! By the time you pop open some chips and dip, you’ll be piling your bread high with fresh, not-so-Sloppy Joes! Don’t forget the cheese!

 


Mac ‘n Cheese

Mac so chEASY that even Food Network approves! Are there rules against Instant Pots in the office? Just iMACgine this hearty smell, streaming from the Break Room. You’ll be the new favorite, right next to this yummy mac ‘n cheese!

 


Spaghetti Squash and Meat Sauce

This low-carb style childhood favorite sure beats Saturday cartoons. Never tried it? Don’t worry, it’s as delicious as it is healthy! Whether you are looking to cut carbs without cutting the flavor, or you’re just getting tired of the same old starch and sauce, we bet all the marinara in Italy that this one is a sure thing!

 


Asian-Style Noodles

Like Ramen, but… Y’know.. Good.

 

 


Lazy Lasagna

Nothing beats the smell of an Italian kitchen! Not sure what we’re talking about? Here’s your chance to find out! Let the family think you’ve been slaving away over this otherwise all-day-consuming Italian-style favorite. Your secret’s safe with us! Your lasagna on the other hand? Well, that’ll be gone in less time than it took you to make it!

 

 

Soup


White Bean Chili

A healthy soup kicked up with a crowd-pleasing salsa verde, perfect to warm you up this winter! It packs flavor, protein, a comfortable amount of heat, and a whole lotta yum! We suggest busing out the large bowls with this one.

 


Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Our favorite winter season bare essential is a savory soup gone a little sweet. It’s creamy without all that fat, but it’ll keep you warm like a layer of one! Pair with your favorite cornbread or garlic bread for a more rounded meal.

 


Chili

Lose the time-consuming prep and get back to the Superbowl even faster with this super bowl of chili! Just in time. Now, who are you rooting for? (We root for extra cheese on top thanks!)

 


Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A warm, kid-friendly dose of veggies disguised in creamy cheddar is your solution to a balanced diet for the whole family! How often are meals a triple threat: cheap, easy AND healthy? Luckily, this one has got you covered like a lock-in-place Instant Pot lid!

 


Curry Pumpkin Soup

So delicious and filling, you’ll forget it’s gluten-free, vegan, and paleo. Soup-tible for all diets, you’ll satisfy even the most picky dieters you can name! One less stress, with a side of YUM!

 

 

 

Pork


BBQ Pork Chops

Fresh off the grill or fresh out of the Instant Pot? Leave ’em wondering with a classic backyard favorite. You’ll be the last to get (BBQ Pork) chopped!

 

 


Carnitas

Over rice, tortillas, or chips, this’ll win over the whole table. Between salads, soups, sandwiches, or alone, cook in advance for a different meal every day of the week!

 

 

Honey Ham

To think you’re only 4 ingredients away from the perfect Easter, Thanksgiving, or Sunday dinner! Say what? Only 4 ingredients? You even have more left to spare! (Does desert count? 😉 )

 

 


Bacon Garlic Pork Loin

Get rid of that slow cooker because your Instant Pot can easily double as one! Sit back and let the pot do all of the work for you. Ready to pig out with us? They had us at bacon! We can smell it already…

 

 

Chicken Dinner

 


Chicken and Gravy

A Sunday classic just became even easier with these 3 simple ingredient that you just might already have in the freezer! Dinner is served faster than the table is set. That’s a win win chicken din!

 


Classic Chicken Tacos

Show me someone who doesn’t love tacos, and I’ll show them this recipe! Take some chicken, your favorite chunky salsa and zesty seasoning to make some seriously filling filling! Taco ’bout tasty!

 


Creamy Tex-Mex Tacos

Try this one with ground breakfast sausage! The creaminess from the cream cheese, mixed with the zesty sausage makes for a yummy and unique flavor combo! Spoon into shells for an easy meal, or keep warm and serve alongside chips for a party or potluck dip.

 


Thai Peanut Chicken Noodles

5 ingredients? Nutty chicken and thick noodles? It’s worth a “Thai”! Spice it up with your favorite seasonings and sauces, or serve as is with any vegetable you can think of for an added vitamin boost!

 


Chicken and Rice

This one’s for our picky eaters! Here’s your classic chicken and rice, packed with protein, flavor and some “can I have the recipe” comments. Bonus: It makes the best leftovers!

 

 


Enchilada Casserole

Your new low-maintenance, go-to dinner, Mexican style! Rolling individual enchiladas, one by one, is tedious and time-consuming. But this recipe lets you layer it like a lazy lasagna.. No fuss!

 


Root Beer Chicken

Yes. Root Beer. Maybe you’ve heard of local restaurants cooking with Coca Cola, so why not branch out with a childhood favorite? The soda adds richness and depth to the meat, creating a delicious flavor for a new spin on a dinner classic. Cheers for (root) beers!

 


Honey Balsamic Drumsticks

If you need a conversion to dark meat,  then “meat” your match! Grab them from the freezer or fridge and cook! Plus, kids will dig the messy finger food!

 

 


Hawaiian Haystacks

There is plenty of room for creativity and versatility here. People can cater to their individual preferences and make this recipe just how they want it. Let the kiddies top their own!

 

 

 

Beef


French Dips

The meat falls apart. Not the sandwich. A tender meat is key to a good French dip… And an Instant Pot is the key for tender meat! This pairs well with chips, fries, vegetables, salad or fruit! Sink your teeth into hearty heaven!

 


Italian Roast

This tender roast is just as good plain as it is on rolls! Enjoy it low-carb style alongside some roasted veggies, or make a quick and warming sandwich on the go! We’d say this makes great leftovers too but, who are we kidding, there likely won’t be any!

 


Steak and Gravy

Sometimes, it’s just a meat and potatoes kind of day. Please men, women and kids alike with this one-stop “tender” mercy! It’ll taste succulent and slow roasted, while still giving you maximum family time.

 


Stroganoff

We all need a little (or a lot!) of comfort food! Pasta, meat and dreamy, creamy sauce is your perfect solution to weeknight hunger! In fact, maybe you’ll reach for it right out of the Instant Pot!

 


Steak Fajitas

Even the shortest cooking time is too long to wait for these babies! Beef up your tortillas with these yummy steak fajitas, or top off a party-sized pile of chips for some fajita nachos! De nada.

 


Baby Back Ribs

Relationship probs? Win your baby back with the baby-backs! Sweet BBQ, combined with tender beef will take the cake every time. In fact, we call dibs!

 

 

 

Seafood


Lemon Dill Salmon

Use up your rollover ingredients like citrus and fresh herbs to make this dish anything but fishy. You can even take the salmon from frozen to fresh in minutes, and that’s the cold, hard truth!

 


Alaskan Cod

Imagine getting family dinner on the table before time-out is up. Don’t let your dreams be just dreams! 😉

 

 


Basil Lemon Tilapia

It goes with everything — even kids!

 

 


Coconut Cilantro Curry Shrimp

‘Cuz who can skimp on shrimp? Don’t forget seconds!

 

 

21 Super Cute Presents under $30 dollars

Mother's Day gifts under $30

Here are some last minute items you can grab on Amazon that should make it here before Christmas!

If you are looking for cheap ways to wrap presents I got my wrapping paper from Amazon they have such an awesome variety! I got my packing tape for the presents I shipped from Sam’s Club it’s the Max Strength brand for only $19- 8 rolls! It’s super thick tape and I got such a great deal on it!

Herre are the links to the tape and some cute wrapping paper.

http://bit.ly/DuckMAXSams

http://amzn.to/2CLKjUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here are 21 presents under $30 dollars. Good luck!

1.Personalized Bar Necklace- $18.89 (Click on image to go to page)

2. Bath Bombs Box- $29.99 (Click on image to go to page)

3. Placemats- $27.00 (Click on image to go to page)

4. Best Smelling Volcano Candle- $27.50 (Click on image to go to page)

5. Personalized Bracelets- $18.99 (Click on image to go to page)

6. Round Circle Beach Towel- $13.90 (Click on image to go to page)

7. Turkish Bath Towels- $22.90 (Click on image to go to page)

8. Gold Water Pitcher- $23.99 (Click on image to go to page)

9. Gold Banner Sign for Year around decorations- (Click on image to go to page)

10. White bowls set of 6- $25.99 (Click on image to go to page)

11. Macaroons Cook Book $12.57 (Click on image to go to page)

 

12. Gold Foil Quote- $18.00 (Click on image to go to page)

 

13.   Vinyl Black Checkered TableCloth (Click on image to go to page)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14. Boxwood Wreath $18.50 (Click on image to go to page)
 

 

15. Woven basket $25.00 (Click on image to go to page)

 

16. Colorful mixing Bowls and measuring cups- $27.40 (Click on image to go to page)

 

 

17. Tile-Mat Phone Finder/Key Finder- $24.24 (Click on image to go to page)

 

18. Martha Stewart Pendant Necklace- $23.00 (Click on image to go to page)

19. Marble Cutting Board- $34.99 (Click on image to go to page)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20. Capri Diffuser- $28.50 (Click on image to go to page)

21. White Cake Stand- $17.99 (Click on image to go to page)

 

Duck Brand sponsored this post. All opinions are mine alone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Things to do in Utah for Christmas

Elves Scavengar Hunt at Gardner Village 

Cutest Vintages Shops with the most creative elf displays. If you fill out the list below and turn it into the Chocolate Covered Wagon there, you get a prize!

http://www.gardnervillage.com/elf-scavenger-hunt

Harry Potter Christmas in the Wizarding World

November 1-January 21-Salt Lake City-Shops at South Towne (FREE)

http://shopsatsouthtown.com/events/har

Luminaria

November 20-December 30, Thanksgiving Point ($15-$20)

http://www.thanksgivingpoint.org/events/luminaria/

Peterson Farm-Style Christmas

November 20-December 31, South Jordan (FREE) C

Great Place to see Santa

https://petersenfamilyfarm.com/pages/christmas-on-the-farm

Grand America Gingerbread House Display / Holiday Window Stroll

November 21-December 31 – Salt Lake City-(FREE)

https://www.grandamerica.com/activities/hotel-events/

Light the Orchard at University Place Mall

November 20-Orem University Place Mall (FREE)

https://www.universityplaceorem.com/events/orchard-lighting-event/

North Pole Express

November 24-December 23-Heber-(tickets purchased in link below)

There are NO COUPON CODES FOR THIS.

http://www.gohebervalley.com/North-Pole-Express-Christmas-Train-1

Temple Square Lighting

November 24– Salt Lake City – lights are on all season-(FREE)

https://www.templesquare.com/

Christmas in Color

November 24-December 30- South Jordan & Provo –

You can use code: SLCMOMS18 for 15% off your tickets.

The code only works for dates before Dec. 15th

http://christmasincolor.net/

Ogden City Christmas Village

November 26- January 1, Ogden- (FREE)

http://www.ogdencity.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=615&month=11&year=2017&day=26&calType=0

Draper Tree Lighting

November 27 – Dec 31st Draper, 6-8 (includes Tree of Life)(FREE)

There are so many lights!

http://www.draper.ut.us/992/Tree-Lighting-Ceremony

Jenibee Holiday Market

November 27-29, Holladay City Hall (FREE event)

Lights On!

November 27, Gallivan Center Lighting and Festival– Salt Lake City- ice skating costs $- 4:oo pm

Christkindlmarkt

November 29-30, December 1-2

Authentic German Market at This Is The Place Heritage Park-(FREE)

https://www.christkindlmarkt-slc.com/

Festival of Trees

There are no discounts. Cheapest way to go in on Wednesday. You can get 6 people in for $20. Tickets are reg. $7 a person.

https://intermountainhealthcare.org/locations/primary-childrens-hospital/giving-volunteering/intermountain-foundation/news-and-events/festival-of-trees/

Zoo Lights

December 1-31. Salt Lake City,

http://www.hoglezoo.org/promo/zoo_lights/

Christmas Creehe Display

December 1-4—Midway-(FREE)

http://www.midwaychristmas.com/

Provo River Christmas Cruise

December 1-23-Provo- ($8 per person, Prices in link below)

http://clasropes.com/christmas—cruise.php#Christmas

Gingerbread Festival

December 1-2, Bountiful 2-4 (FREE)

Bountiful Davis Art Center, 91 North Main Street, Bountiful, UT

https://www.bountifulutah.gov/Events-Calendar

Pajamas and Pancakes with Santa

December 3 at 9 am at Outlets at Traverse Mountain. Tickets are $10 each or $40 for family of 5

Salt and Honey Holiday Market

December 4-16, The Gateway Mall (FREE)

 

Dickens Christmas Festival

December 6-8– Salt Lake City – ($7 adults, $5 children)

http://dickenschristmasfestival.com/

 

Nativity in the Glen

December 7- Salt Lake City- 6-9 pm at 1050 S 1500 E, Salt Lake. This is one night only and free.

Bring food to donate. Also, go a little later so you don’t have to stand in line as long.

https://www.facebook.com/events/206343616876996/ 

 

Candlelight Christmas at This is the Place State Park

December 7-23– Salt Lake City- ($5 tickets for everyone now, 2 and under are FREE)

https://www.thisistheplace.org/todays-fun/candlelight-christmas

Carols by Candlelight

December 10 at 7pm Provo (FREE)

http://provocommunityucc.org/carols-by-candlelight/

 

Christmas Carole Sing Along

December 12 at 7 pm ,Vivint Smart Home Arena. (FREE)

Featuring Jenny Oak Baker and Family Four

http://www.vivintarena.com/events/302

 

Young Living Country Christmas

December 16- from 3-6 Young Lavender Farm in Mona

Adults $5

Children 4–12: $2

Children 0–3: Free

https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/company/about/younglivingfarms/farm-events/country-christmas

Decorate a Cookie with Mrs. Clause

Nov. 28, 6-7 pm, Scheels. For ages 4-12 (FREE)

http://experience.scheels.com/event/kids-klub-decorate-cookie-mrs-claus-3/

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There are two things that always come up faster than we anticipated for…family pictures and sending out Christmas cards. 🎄 😳 Every year we are always scrambling and searching Pinterest to find what to wear. We have gone through hundreds of photos to narrow it down to some options just for you!

It is so hard deciding which Christmas card because there are a million options. This year we are going with https://www.artifactuprising.com/photo-cards/holiday-cards. Their designs are super clean modern and unique. You can use code: “SLC20” for 20% OFF


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After School Adventure Clubs at NHMU

“That’s so cool!” It’s the phrase heard most at camps by Shelli Campbell, the Natural History Museum of Utah’s Youth & Family Programs coordinator. Whether it’s one of the Museum’s trademark Summer Camps, an After School Adventure Club, or a Saturday Discovery Class, the Museum is regularly abuzz with the …

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Things to do in Utah for Halloween 2017

Things to do in Utah for Halloween 2017

If we missed any events please comment at the bottom. Image: https://www.dancinginthegrass.com/ Salt Lake City Pumpkin Nights at Utah State Fairpark Coupon code:  “SLCMOMS” for a 30% discount Oct. 13th-Oct. 29th  Buy tickets…. https://www.showclix.com/event/pumpkinnights-slc   Cornbelly’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Fest at Thanksgiving Point  Sept. 25- Oct. 31st Use Code: SLCMOMS for $3 …

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