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Christmas caprese created on a white platter
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November 27, 2024

Christmas Caprese

This Christmas Caprese is a perfect appetizer for holiday meals; it is fresh and light with a festive visual appeal. Christmas Caprese Ingredients For this fun holiday appetizer, you will need 10 ounces of fresh mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, ripe Roma tomatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, and balsamic glaze. Preparing this Holiday Appetizer Begin by rinsing the tomatoes and basil. Next, slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into 1/4 inch or…
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Gruyere scalloped potatoes baked in a baking dish, complete with a golden cheesy top!
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November 27, 2024

Gruyère Scalloped Potatoes

These tender, cheesy Grèyere scalloped potatoes are a favorite addition to holiday meals or a side for a nice steak or grilled tri-tip. With only a few ingredients, this delicious side dish brings great flavor and just general happiness. Try it, you'll see! Gruyère Scalloped Potato Ingredients This recipe is flexible regarding which potatoes to choose, however, we prefer small, golden potatoes- 1 1/4 lbs. You will also need 4-5…
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Pork chops and savory sauce served over mashed potatoes on a white plate
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November 21, 2024

Creamy Crock Pot Pork Chops

These creamy crock pot pork chops are a family favorite. It is an easy, savory meal, perfect for fall and winter days and for busy weeknights. What You Need for These Crock Pot Pork Chops I like to look for a package of thick-cut, bone-in, or boneless pork chops.  Four large chops are sufficient for this recipe.   Bone-in pork chops are very tender, however, the bones can separate from the…
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pumpkin cheesecakes on a cake stand. one is cut open to expose the nutella layer above the crust. All garnished with whipped cream and cinnamon sprinkles.
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November 14, 2024

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes with Nutella

These mini pumpkin cheesecakes with Nutella have all our favorite seasonal flavors in one tiny dessert.  The Nutella is a thin, smooth layer of chocolate hazelnut providing depth of flavor and a nice texture transition between the crunchy crust to the soft and light pumpkin cheesecake layers.  This recipe is a new favorite for the holiday season.  The mini cheesecakes are sized perfectly for serving at holiday gatherings when multiple…
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Over easy breakfast taco prepared on a colorful plate with thinly sliced avocado sliced over it, with a background of a cut avocado.
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November 7, 2024

Over-Easy Breakfast Taco

If you are a fan of over-easy eggs, just wait until you turn one into a breakfast taco!  This is an all-in-one Tex-Mex-style meal for a weekend morning or a special occasion. Over-Easy Breakfast Taco Ingredients Here is your grocery list for our favorite new breakfast entrée.   This recipe is written for a serving of one, so just multiply according to your headcount!  You will need corn tortillas, cooking spray…
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Prepared pancakes on a plate with a side of berries
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October 31, 2024

Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

These cottage cheese protein pancakes are a new kid favorite in my house! This recipe was born from my quest to find a high-protein and highly preferred breakfast option, particularly before school or sports.  Even if your kiddo is not a fan of cottage cheese, these pancakes are sweet and delicious, even without syrup! Cottage Cheese Protein Pancake Ingredients For this recipe, you will need cottage cheese, four eggs, almond…
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Pistachio cookies drizzled with icing and decorated with candy monster eyeballs
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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.
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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
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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
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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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