Blueberry Cheesecake Popsicles

Blueberry Cheesecake Popsicles

By Erin

It’s summer and it’s really starting to heat up outside. These Blueberry Cheesecake Popsicles are the perfect way to cool down! Three of my favorite things: Blueberries, Cheesecake, and popsicles, all wrapped up into one tasty treat! It doesn’t get better than that! Featuring fresh Blueberries and limes from Melissa’s Produce.

Blueberry Cheesecake Popsicles

Ingredients

(makes 6-8)

1.     1 ½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)

2.     1 8-ounce cream cheese packet

3.     ½ cup Greek yoghurt

4.     5 tbsp honey (divided)

5.     1 tsp lime juice

6.     ½ tsp lime zest

7.     6-10 Shortbread Cookies

8.     2 tbsp melted butter (25g)

9.     2 tbsp water (if using fresh blueberries)

Blueberry Cheesecake Popsicle Ingredients

Method

Blueberry Compote

·      If using frozen berries, remove and leave to thaw for at least 1 hour before starting. Drain most the liquid, leaving about 2 tbsp.

·      Put blueberries and 1 tbsp of honey into a small saucepan over medium. If using fresh blueberries, add the 2 tbsp water too. Cook until the blueberries soften, mashing about half the blueberries up with the spoon. Leave the rest of the blueberries whole.

·      When done (almost jam-like consistency), remove from the fire and leave to cool a little

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SCOOB! + Giveaway!

Scoob! Comes Home July 21st!

By Erin

Prepare for adventure when “SCOOB!” arrives on 4K UHD Combo Pack, Blu-ray and DVD from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on July 21st! Scooby and the gang face their most challenging mystery ever: a plot to unleash the ghost dog Cerberus upon the world. As they race to stop this dogpocalypse, the gang discovers that Scooby has a secret legacy and an epic destiny greater than anyone imagined. I watched Scooby-Doo as a child, so I am EXTRA excited to take SCOOB! home to watch over and over again!

SCOOB!

“SCOOB!” reveals the never-before-told story of Scooby’s origins. It shows how one of history’s most famous friendships began when an adorable, homeless puppy met a lonesome young boy named Shaggy, and how the two of them joined forces with aspiring young detectives Fred, Velma and Daphne to become the celebrated Mystery Inc.  Now, with hundreds of cases solved and adventures shared, Scooby and the gang face the biggest and most challenging mystery of their careers: a plot that will unleash the legendary ghost dog Cerberus upon the world.  

“SCOOB!” features an all-star ensemble cast led by Will Forte, two-time Oscar nominee Mark Wahlberg, Jason Isaacs, Gina Rodriguez, Zac Efron, Amanda Seyfried, Kiersey Clemons, Ken Jeong, Tracy Morgan, Simon Cowell, and Frank Welker.

It was directed by Warner Bros. animation stalwart Tony Cervone, an Annie Award nominee for the feature film “Space Jam,” two-time Emmy nominee for his work on “Duck Dodgers” and one of the creators of the popular Scooby-Doo series “Mystery Incorporated.”  

The film was produced by Pam Coats and Allison Abbate.  Adam Sztykiel, Charles Roven, Richard Suckle, Jesse Ehrman, Dan Povenmire, and Chris Columbus served as executive producers.  The “SCOOB!” screenplay is by Adam Sztykiel and Jack C. Donaldson & Derek Elliott and Matt Lieberman, story by Matt Lieberman and Eyal Podell & Jonathon E. Stewart, based on characters created by Hanna-Barbera Productions. Cervone’s creative team included editors Ryan Folsey and Vanara Taing, and composer Tom Holkenborg.

 The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc of “SCOOB!” will feature HDR10+TM, HDR technology that optimizes brightness levels and contrast for each scene, making bright areas brighter and dark areas darker to deliver a lifelike viewing experience.

The 4K UHD Combo Pack, Blu-ray and DVD versions of “SCOOB!” will all include a Digital copy of the film.

“SCOOB!” will also be available on Movies Anywhere. Using the free Movies Anywhere app and website, consumers can access all their eligible movies by connecting their Movies Anywhere account with their participating digital retailer accounts.

“SCOOB!” is also currently available for purchase from digital retailers.

4K UHD, BLU-RAY AND DVD ELEMENTS

“SCOOB!” 4K UHD Combo Pack and Blu-ray contain the following special features:

·         Bloopers

·         Deleted Scenes

·         How To Draw Scooby Doo

·         New Friends, Newer Villains

·         Puppies!!

“SCOOB!” DVD contains the following special feature:

  • How To Draw Scooby Doo

Giveaway

One lucky Horsing Around in LA reader will win a 4K Combo Pack of SCOOB! to enjoy the movie at home. Just enter below! Ends 8/3/20 at 12AM PST. Must be a US resident +18. Good-luck!

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Take SCOOB! Home NOW!

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The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot

The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot

By Erin

The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot

Looking for the perfect book for the whole family to read together during these long summer days? The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot is a must read this summer! Rockford T. Honeypot had dreams of thrilling adventures across the forest. However, timid of danger and germs, his only adventures were found in books and his imagination. When his family abandons him after a mistake that destroys their hazelnut business, Rockford sets off on a legendary journey beyond his wildest dreams. From exploring cuisines with a famous chef, training with ancient warrior monks, flying on giant hawks, finding true love, and much more, Rockford recounts his epic origin story of hardship, perseverance, and fortune.

Rockford Honeypot

Follow the adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot for an epic journey! This book is very beautifully written and I loved how vividly everything is described, it is like you are right there with Rockford. The storyline includes some great lessons for kids to learn from too. I will be recommending this book as summer reading for all the students I tutor! Josh Gottsegen’s “The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot,” is available now through Amazon and Apple Books. It is a super fun quick‐paced action packed adventure novel that incorporates strong values while teaching important life lessons. One of the best books for kids and families to read today, “The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot” is filled with thrilling, comedic, and sometimes harrowing tales to help children understand the importance of not giving up on their dreams, even when faced with adversity. With everything that is going on these days, I feel these are some important life lessons to learn.

To continue the fun at home all summer long with “The Adventures of Rockford T. Honeypot,” I want to share with you some delicious themed recipes that Jessica McDonald of The Healthy Mouse created and some themed craft projects that Amy Fulcher of As The Bunny Hops created!

Rockford T. Honeypot Recipes

Download these recipes so you can make them yourself!

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