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Pistachio cookies drizzled with icing and decorated with candy monster eyeballs
Favorite Halloween Cookies Baked GoodsDessertsHalloweenKids FavoritesUncategorized
October 23, 2024

Favorite Halloween Cookies

Everyone has a favorite treat that marks a holiday or event. For us, these Halloween cookies are a staple for our pre-trick-or-treat gathering each year. They have such yummy flavor, and it's fun for the kids to get creative with decorating. We think the secret ingredients that make these cookies so irresistible are the Pistachio pudding mix and the almond extract. Favorite Halloween Cookie Ingredients Ingredients for these cookies include…
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Prepared coffee with coffee creamer, and topped with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice, with a backdrop of orange and white pumpkins.
Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer BrunchDrinksFall FavsThanksgiving
October 22, 2024

Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer

Welcome Fall and all things pumpkins and spice!  This homemade pumpkin spice coffee creamer readily available in your home is a fun way to kick off the cooler mornings.  Have you been frequenting Starbucks to get your fill of pumpkin-spiced drinks?   Save some money and have it ready to go at home. Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer Ingredients For this homemade coffee creamer, you will need 2 cups of whole milk…
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Pumpkin pie square piece on a white plate, with a side of whipped cream and sprinkled with pumpkin pie spice
Pumpkin Pie Squares Baked GoodsChristmasDessertsDessertsFall FavsHalloweenRecipesThanksgiving
October 21, 2024

Pumpkin Pie Squares

For all of those pumpkin pie fans out there, this is a fun recipe to try.  Inspired by what would have been our grandmother's 100th birthday this past September, I was looking through her recipe binder.  This was the first recipe I found! I love the textures, spices, and full fall flavors in this pumpkin pie squares recipe.  It has been fun to play with ratios, as her recipe has…
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Pumpkin apple spiced mule prepared in a copper mug, garnished with a cinnamon stick, a slice of green apple, and a sprig of rosemary
Pumpkin Apple Spice Mule DrinksFall FavsHalloweenHappy HourThanksgiving
October 14, 2024

Pumpkin Apple Spice Mule

This pumpkin apple spice mule is a perfect signature cocktail for fall festivities.  We have been serving it for our annual pre-trick or treat party for several years, and it is always a hit.  Initially, I was looking for inspiration for a fun party drink when I came across the Pumpkin Spice Vodka by Pinnacle.  Combining this seasonal flavored vodka with apple cider, ginger beer, and nutmeg results in a…
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baked pumpkin muffins with a crumbly muffin top presented in a white towel inside of a brown basket
Pumpkin Spice Muffins Baked GoodsBreakfastBrunchDessertsFall FavsHalloweenThanksgiving
October 10, 2024

Pumpkin Spice Muffins

  Nothing says fall like the pumpkin spice flavor. These flavorful muffins are a fun way to invite in the season.  I mourn the end of summer but love the weather and recipes that fall brings. My kids and I have experimented with the spices to find our favorite combination. Try these pumpkin spice muffins and let us know what you think!   Pumpkin Spice Muffins Ingredients For this recipe,…
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Cooked potatoes in a white serving bowl with a silver spoon ready to serve it up.
KJ’s Stovetop Fried Potatoes BreakfastBrunchChristmasDinnerKids FavoritesRecipesSidesStarchy SidesStarchy SidesVegetarian
October 3, 2024

KJ’s Stovetop Fried Potatoes

With such a simple recipe, these stovetop-fried potatoes are so tasty and will greatly complement many meals. This is our mom's recipe, which she has made for us since we were kids.  This is also a man-favorite recipe in my house. My husband loves them!  When we have other family friends over, these potatoes are a crowd-pleaser.  Surprisingly, my kids will also enjoy these simple potatoes with a nice helping…
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Honey balsamic brussels sprouts prepared and being served in a bowl
Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts ChristmasDinnerEasterFall FavsVegetarianVeggie SidesVeggie Sides
September 19, 2024

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

This honey balsamic Brussels sprouts recipe yields a savory side dish you will want to try!  These yummy vegetables are a family favorite and adding the sweet tangy flavor of balsamic and honey offers a unique spin on typical roasted or sautéed Brussels sprouts.   Brussels Sprouts Fun Fact: According to thektchn.com, these tiny cabbages were named after the capital of Belgium, which is Brussels, as the vegetable was cultivated there…
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Fruit salad prepared in a bowl, garnished with mint leaves
Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau 4th of JulyBrunchDessertsDessertsEasterRecipes by HolidaySaladsSaladsSpring FlingsSummer Lovin'
August 29, 2024

Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau

For a festive and flavorful dessert or side dish, try this Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau.  It is an adult fruit salad marinated in Cointreau, a delicious orange liqueur.  We love to serve this as a dessert after a heavy meal, at brunch, or even while entertaining family or friends for lunch. Kid Tip:  This is also fun to make with kids.  While I was assembling the adult version, my…
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Ground Turkey Bolognese layered over spaghetti in a pasta bowl, garnished with freshly grated parmesan and a leaf of basil.
Easy Ground Turkey Bolognese Cold Weather ComfysDinnerFall FavsKids FavoritesMain DishesPastaValentines
August 22, 2024

Easy Ground Turkey Bolognese

Looking for a delicious & healthy Bolognese using ground turkey?   If you are a meat eater, you would probably agree that ground beef has more flavor than ground turkey.  However, the red wine and extra seasoning in this recipe bring this ground turkey Bolognese to life, making it super tasty.  I like to make this when the kids are yelling for pasta and I'm trying to be healthy! Turkey Bolognese…
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Mixed berry cobbler prepared on a white plate with a scoop of vanilla icecream, on a woven placemat and a backdrop of red and white checked tablecloth
Mixed Berry Cobbler 4th of JulyBaked GoodsDessertsSummer Lovin'Thanksgiving
July 22, 2024

Mixed Berry Cobbler

If you need a quick and easy dessert, this mixed berry cobbler is perfect!  With a blend of your favorite seasonal fresh berries and a flavorful crust on top, you and your guests will love this sweet treat.  This cobbler is suited for summertime family gatherings, as it serves a small dinner group. Truth be told, I have never been a fruity dessert person.  However, I was introduced to a…
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