October Event & Prize Package

It's October and that means fall harvests, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas! This month's prize package is perfect for anyone who loves to make cookies, or even salt dough figures! With the holidays right around the corner, this is the perfect gift or addition to your own kitchen.

Why enter this blog event? If you are looking to step out of your comfort zone and try recipes that don't have any photos, this is a great way to get your feet wet!

Welcome to October's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is October 31, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on the upper right sidebar for how to participate. >>>

Those who participate for the month of October will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this wonderful Cookie Cutter and Decorating Stencil Set/12 This wonderful prize was graciously provided by Kid Smart Living.

Prize Description

Making treats tempting to the eyes and tastebuds has never been so easy! Our clever and versatile cookie cutter and stencil sets includes 12 popular holiday and everyday shapes along with detailed stencils to make decorating lines, cutouts and adding sprinkles precise, easy and fun.
Simply cut out your shapes, then use the stencils to add decorative lines, frosting guides or cutouts before baking. Or, place a stencil on a baked cookie to control sprinkles.
Also great for decorating cakes, pies and more...

• 24-pc Set includes 12 cookie cutter shapes with matching stencils
• Durable, kid-friendly polypropylene plastic
• Dishwasher-safe

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

If you don't have a blog, you can still participate. Simply upload your photo to the actual recipe on one of the sites above and leave a comment here.

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

September Event & Prize Package

Yikes September? Where did the year go? September brings thoughts of fall festivals, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and eek... Christmas already! This month's prize package is perfect for anyone who loves to bake, especially cupcakes!

Why enter this blog event? If you are looking to step out of your comfort zone and try recipes that don't have any photos, this is a great way to get your feet wet!

Welcome to September's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is September 30, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on the upper right sidebar for how to participate. >>>

Those who participate for the month of September will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this wonderful EZ-Store Cupcake & Layered Cake Carrier with Collapsible Locking Lid! This wonderful prize was graciously provided by Kid Smart Living.


Prize Description


Every once in a while, a product comes along that does it all -- and our Collapsible Cake and Cupcake Carrier is one of them. Even the most discriminating baker -- or busiest classroom Mom -- will love the roomy locking lid, oversized cake plate, and 2-tier cupcake trays. This combination cake and cupcake carrier really delivers the goods!

And... best of all -- the domed lid actually collapses to store! The lid is rigid when expanded, but has a collapsible band, allowing it to store in HALF the space you'd expect for a carrier of this size.

• Cake plate base is 15" dia, features cutting guides
  
• Cupcake trays are 13" dia and 3/4" deep
  
• Lid is 10" tall expanded, collapses to 5" tall to store
  
• Carry 24 cupcakes in secure trays - legs fold to store
  
• Carry large round or square cakes - up to 3 layers!
  
• Lid includes secure 3-point latches and carrying handle
  
• Durable, break-resistant polypropylene plastic
  
• All parts are dishwasher safe
  

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

If you don't have a blog, you can still participate. Simply upload your photo to the actual recipe on one of the sites above and leave a comment here.

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

August Event and Contest Prize

Welcome to August's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is August 31, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on the upper right sidebar for how to participate. >>>

Those who participate for the month of August will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive these fabulous Microwave Corn Holders and 2 of these great Microwave Corn Steamers! These wonderful prizes are graciously provided by Kid Smart Living.

Prize Descriptions

MiracleWare Microwave 2-Ear Corn Steamer

Quickly steam two full-size ears or four mini ears of corn to perfection in your microwave with minimal fuss. MiracleWare Microwave Cookware is crafted of high-heat microwave safe plastic formulated to maximize the cooking power of your microwave oven.

Holds 2 large ears or 4 mini ears of corn

9" long (10" incl. handle), 6" wide, 2.75" tall with lid

Dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe

Direction for Steaming Corn on the Cob in the Microwave

For Fresh Corn:

Remove husks and silk, wash thoroughly

Place corn ears in the bottom tray and pour 1/4 cup water per ear into each corn tray

Microwave on medium to medium-high for 4-6 minutes to desired tenderness

Use caution when opening, steam will be hot!

For Frozen Corn:

Place corn ears in the bottom tray and pour 1/4 cup water per ear into each corn tray

Microwave on medium to medium-high*. 1 ear - 5-8 min; 2 ears - 8-12 minutes

(*for best results, follow corn package microwave cooking directions)

Use caution when opening, steam will be hot!

Add butter after cooking is complete

Microwavable Corn Holders

Burned fingers are a thing of the past with our microwave-safe, cool to the touch corn holders. Our set of 4 easy-to-grip and easy-to-store corn holders securely screw into the cob for eating, and snap together to conveniently store in a drawer or picnic box. Designed to be used in the microwave, holders can be inserted before steaming while cobs are cool to avoid scorched fingers.

4 Sets of color-coordinated corn holders

Handles are 3/4 inch in dia, 2.5" long

Comfort-grip handles with screw-in holder keeps cobs secure

Handles stay cool in the microwave

Microwave and Dishwasher-safe

Snap together for convenient storage

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

If you don't have a blog, you can still participate. Simply upload your photo to the actual recipe on one of the sites above and leave a comment here.

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

July Contest

Please continue to enter the July blog event. It is open until the 31st. I will post the prize later in the week, but it's definitely still on! Instructions are on the right side bar.

Goodness, here's an update with July's prize, so sorry for the delay!

Set of 4 Impressions Rainbow or Pearl Stem Wine Glasses

Special thanks to Kids Smart Living for sponsoring! One more day to enter!

June Blog Event & Prize Package

Welcome to June's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is June 30, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on the upper right sidebar for how to participate. >>>

Those who participate for the month of June will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this awesome Cold Bowl on Ice Appetizer & Salad Serving Bowl with Lid & Servers graciously provided by Kid Smart Living!

Prize Description

The Cold Bowl on Ice does it all, and keeps it cool, too! Use the Cold Bowl on Ice as an ice-chilled salad bowl or add the 5-section divider to turn it into a versatile appetizer bowl, complete with dip cup.

 

Either way, the Cold Bowl on Ice keeps salads, veggies, fruits and dips chilled for safer, tastier serving at picnics, parties, buffets or daily meals. 

 

To use, simply fill the Cold Bowl on Ice base with cubed or crushed ice and top with the vented cover which allows the cold to flow and keep the contents of the Cold Bowl on Ice fresh and tasty. Stylish domed lid keeps cold air in and bugs out. Set also includes attractive servers that conveniently hook onto the bowl's rim.

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

If you don't have a blog, you can still participate using the message boards over at FamilyCorner.com

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

May Blog Event & Prize Package

Welcome to May's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is May 31, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on the upper right sidebar for how to participate. >>>

Those who participate for the month of May will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this awesome set of Collapsible Kitchenware Package graciously provided by Kid Smart Living!


Prize Description
This Collapsible Kitchenware Package includes a set of measuring cups, over the sink strainer and funnel, all collapse to fit neatly into drawers and tight spaces! Your choice of red or blue.

BONUS - This month, anyone who submits salads or side dish related recipes from Alicia's or Annie's will receive TWO entries into the drawing per recipe submitted!

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

If you don't have a blog, you can still participate using the message boards over at FamilyCorner.com

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

April Blog Event & Prize Package

Welcome to April's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is April 30, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on the upper right sidebar for how to participate. >>>

Those who participate for the month of April will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this awesome set of  Confetti Recycled Melamine Plastic Dishes & Dinnerware graciously provided by Kid Smart Living!

Prize Description
Make a statement on any tabletop with Confetti multicolored plastic dinnerware. Uniquely crafted in ultra-tough recycled melamine plastic, Confetti plates and bowls have one-of-a-kind color-popping design that's fun and festive, plus it stands up to everday use, indoors and out.

Perfect for poolside, patio, deck, RV's, camping, boats, picnics and more -- the 3-section divided plates are great for kids!

BONUS - This month, anyone who submits dessert related recipes from Alicia's or Annie's will receive TWO entries into the drawing per recipe submitted!

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

Both Alicia's and Annie's websites have had major improvements over the last couple of months. You can now save recipes to a recipe box, print, email, comment, and rate recipes as well as upload photos!

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

March Blog Event & Prize Package!

Welcome to March's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is March 31, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on November's post for how to participate.

Those who participate for the month of March will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this awesome Eco Grocery Bag package graciously provided by Kid Smart Living!


Prize Description
Eco Grocery Bags! These wonderful bags are a perfectly green solution to the age old dilemma "paper or plastic". This prize pack includes 1 pod, 1 market bag and 1 veggie bag. These bags are so new they haven't even been loaded on the sponsor's website yet!

BONUS - This month, anyone who submits vegetable or fruit related recipes from Alicia's or Annie's will receive TWO entries into the drawing per recipe submitted!

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

Both Alicia's and Annie's websites have had major improvements over the last couple of month. You can now save recipes to a recipe box, print, email, comment, and rate recipes as well as upload photos!

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

February Blog Event & Prize Package

Welcome to February's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is February 28, 2009. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on November's post for how to participate.

Those who participate for the month of February will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this awesome Eco Grocery Bag package graciously provided by Kid Smart Living!



Prize Description
Eco Grocery Bags! These wonderful bags are a perfectly green solution to the age old dilemma "paper or plastic". This prize pack includes 1 pod, 1 market bag and 1 veggie bag. These bags are so new they haven't even been loaded on the sponsor's website yet! 

BONUS - This month, anyone who submits salad (fruit salad, potato salad, macaroni salad, vegetable salads, etc) or cake recipes from Alicia's or Annie's will receive TWO entries into the drawing per recipe submitted!

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find your recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

Annie's Recipes has had some major improvements over the last month. You can now save recipes to a recipe box, print, email, comment, and rate recipes as well as upload photos!

Note: This blog event is open to everyone, however due to exceptionally high shipping costs and import/export fees, only US and Canadian residents are eligible for the prize drawing.

December Blog Event & New Prize Package!

Welcome to December's Cooking with Alicia & Annie blog event! Deadline for this month's submissions is December 31, 2008. If you haven't participated before we are happy to have you join us! Please see the general instructions on November's post for how to participate.

Those who participate for the month of December will be added to the blogroll and will be entered into a drawing to receive this awesome NordicWare Microwave Cookware Set graciously provided by Kid Smart Living!


This bundle includes:

• 2 sets - 10" plates
  
• 48 oz round casserole/bowl
  
• 28 oz Oval Casserole
  
• 2-cup round dish
  
• 2-cup oval dish
  
• 2 sets 1-cup round bowls
  

BONUS - This month, anyone who submits candy or fudge recipes from Alicia's or Annie's will receive TWO entries into the drawing per recipe submitted!

So let's get started :) Visit Alicia's Recipes and/or Annie's Recipes to find recipes. Remember, entries are unlimited, so submit as many times as you like.

Event: October Round Up and Cookbook Winner!

Hi all! This is the first completed month of what started as a contest/giveaway my personal cooking blog, Amanda's Cookin', and has since evolved into a blogging event! To join us for the month of November, check out all the details here (coming soon!).

Cookbook Winner!

After entering all of the recipe names into the Randomizer the winner of the Taste of Home Cookbook is...

Tami of Tami's Kitchen Table Talk! Her entry for Amish Funnel Cakes was randomly selected by Random.org! Congrats Tami!! Just goes to show that it pays to enter multiple times and increase your chance of winning!

(Timestamp: 2008-10-28 00:39:15 UTC)


October Round Up

Since this is now officially a blogging event, we will do a round up each month. If it gets popular, we'll start doing the round up each week. For now we'll stick with monthly. ;-) So without further delay, here is the recipe round up for Cooking With Alicia & Annie for October 2008.

Cinnamon Apple Waffles with Cider Syrup from Alicia's was submitted by Tami of Tami's Kitchen Table Talk



Amish Sour Cream Apple Pie from Annie's was submitted by Erika of Tummy Treasure



Peach Pecan Bread (Peach Tea Bread adapted) from Annie's was submitted by Sara of Cupcake Muffin



Apple Muffins from Annie's was submitted by Barb of Mom's Fridge



Halloween Cupcakes fro Alicia's was submitted by Tami of Tami's Kitchen Table Talk



Amish Oven Fried Chicken from Annie's was submitted by Tami of Tami's Kitchen Table Talk



Amish Funnel Cakes from Annie's was submitted by Tami of Tami's Kitchen Table Talk



Amish Cornbread from Alicia's was submitted by Barb of Mom's Fridge



Double Chocolate Muffins from Annie's was submitted by Susan of My Life's Joys



To join our November blog event, Cooking with Alicia & Annie, click here! (coming soon!)