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Dessert

Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

carrot cake cupcakes sprinkled with pecans

Carrot Cake Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting sprinkled with pecans. Lightly spiced, moist and delicious. Classic recipe from scratch! This truly is the best carrot cake recipe and one of my favorite desserts. Not overly sweet - a perfect blend of spices, moist carrot cake cupcakes, deliciously topped with tangy cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of finely chopped pecans. You'll ... continue reading...


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Dessert

Baileys Irish Cream Brownies Recipe

bailey's irish cream brownies cut in squares

Baileys Irish Cream Brownies Recipe - your favorite box brownie mix turned into a fudgy, boozy triple layer dessert. This simple chocolate brownies dessert is a rich, indulgent adult treat. Bailey's Brownies perfect any night - not just St. Patrick's Day. ... continue reading...


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Beef Dinner

Reuben Sandwich

sliced reuben sandwich with pickles and potato chips

Reuben Sandwich - deli corned beef, melty cheese, sauerkraut and russian dressing between two slices of rye bread grilled to golden perfection. Imagine biting into layers of lean corned beef, melted Swiss cheese, tart sauerkraut and creamy Russian dressing between slices of rye bread. There's really nothing like this classic Reuben sandwich. It's more than corned beef - it's a really ... continue reading...


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Beef Dinner Slow Cooker Soup

Irish Guinness Beef Stew

black bowl with irish guinness beef stew and slices of buttered bread

Irish Beef Stew - tender beef, vegetables and fresh herbs in a thick, rich beef Guinness gravy loaded with layers of delicious flavor! Friends, St. Patrick's Day is around the corner and it's not just about corned beef! Don't wait for a holiday - this is a great recipe for a hearty beef stew anytime the temps drop. The not-so-secret ingredient in Irish Beef Stew is Guinness beer is ... continue reading...


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Chicken/Pork Dinner Side Dish

What to Serve with Chicken Piccata

chicken piccata ~ overhead closeup of chicken in sauce with artichokes and capers

What to Serve with Chicken Piccata - the 12 best side dishes that go with Chicken Piccata - I've got you covered! We all get in a side dish slump sometimes - same sides, different main dish.  I have you covered today with 12 of my favorite sides that whip up in a snap and go perfectly with Chicken Piccata.  ... continue reading...


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Dinner Pasta Recipes

Pasta Alla Vodka

black bowl with pasta alla vodka garnished with dollop of ricotta

Pasta Alla Vodka - tender pasta in a rich, delicious tomato-cream vodka sauce topped with crispy pancetta and freshly grated parmesan cheese. This is a simple restaurant quality meal you can enjoy at home in your comfiest pants and fuzzy socks. If you've ordered it in a restaurant you know it can be over-priced.  Do yourself a favor. Skip the reservations - you won't regret it. ... continue reading...


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Dinner

Greek Chicken Recipe

greek chicken recipe used in greek pizza topped with tomatoes and feta

Greek Chicken Recipe - easy chicken marinade from Greek yogurt, olive oil and herbs for tender, juicy chicken with delicious classic Greek flavors. This Greek Chicken marinade whips up with just a few simple ingredients and 5 minutes prep. It infuses the chicken with a ton of flavor - lemon, garlic and herbs - that even picky eaters will love! The yogurt in the marinade makes this ... continue reading...


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Chicken/Pork Dinner Pasta Recipes

Spicy Chicken Pad Thai

black bowl with spicy chicken pad thai garnished wtih slivered green onions

Spicy Chicken Pad Thai - authentic, one pot Thai food in under 30 minutes. Rice noodles, chicken, crisp vegetables and bean sprouts in a bold Thai sauce. Toss that faded menu from your local Thai restaurant. This easy Authentic pad thai recipe is better than take-out and ready in under 30 minutes. Thai noodles, tender chicken, crisp vegetables and bean sprouts tossed in a spicy, ... continue reading...


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Air Fryer Recipes - What to cook in your air fryer! Appetizers & Beverages

Best Super Bowl Recipes

black casserole dish showing one of the best super bowl recipes, chicken enchilada dip

Best Super Bowl Recipes - cheesy dips, all the buffalo recipes, finger foods, air fryer snacks, - everything you need for an epic Super Bowl Party! Friends, it's that time of the year again so I'm busting out my 40 favorite game day recipes in no particular order. Pick a couple of these easy appetizers or dips, grab a few bags of tortilla chips and you're ready to host the ultimate Super ... continue reading...


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Dinner Pasta Recipes Seafood

Seafood Pasta with Garlic Butter White Wine Sauce

black bowl with seafood pasta in white wine garlic butter sauce

Seafood Pasta with Garlic Butter White Wine Sauce - golden pan seared scallops in a delicious garlic butter white wine sauce. The ideal date night recipe!   This is a simple seafood pasta recipe for two, perfect for date night, Valentine's Day or any special occasion. Tender pasta, golden pan seared scallops and a truly irresistible white wine garlic butter sauce from simple ... continue reading...


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Dinner

Baja Bowl

baja bowl in a black bowl garnished with cilantro and a side of dressing

Baja Bowl - under 30 minutes - with fresh veggies, quinoa, chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes and kale with a creamy zesty Salsa Verde Avocado dressing. This Baja Bowl has the flavors of a favorite Mexican recipe in a lighter, healthier dish. Ready in less than 30 minutes, a Baja Bowl is loaded with seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables and a brown rice-quinoa blend. It's ... continue reading...


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Dinner Seafood

Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce

salmon with creamy dill sauce and side of brussels sprouts

Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce - crispy baked salmon drizzled with a creamy cucumber dill sauce. Light healthy meal in just 20 minutes. This is an easy salmon recipe topped with a creamy sauce with minced cucumber and fresh herbs. There's no sour cream, heavy cream or mayonnaise in the creamy dill sauce recipe and the whole meal whips up in under 20 minutes in one pan. It's a delicious ... continue reading...


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30 Minutes or Less Chicken/Pork Dinner

Cowboy Tater Tot Casserole

black casserole dish with cowboy tater tot casserole and serving spoon

Cowboy Tater Tot Casserole with chicken, melty cheese and crispy bacon in a delicious creamy sauce topped with golden tater tots. This easy recipe from simple ingredients is a hearty casserole sure to become a family favorite. It's definitely not diet food but friends, there's a whole lot of cozy comfort in and under those tater tots. Seasoned ground chicken, melty cheese and ... continue reading...


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Air Fryer Recipes - What to cook in your air fryer! Side Dish

Air Fryer French Fries (no soaking!)

parchment paper with pile of air fryer french fries and dipping sauces

 Air Fryer French Fries - 3 ingredient homemade crispy French fries using very little oil and NO soaking in water! A tasty snack or quick side dish with almost anything. Homemade French fries was one of my first air fryer recipes when I bought my Ninja air fryer 4 years ago. It's still my favorite way to make French fries - crispy, golden, salty and absolutely delicious. This ... continue reading...


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Breakfast

Baked Oatmeal Cups

black plate with several baked oatmeal cups and assorted fruit

Baked Oatmeal Cups - healthy baked oatmeal breakfast cups from healthy ingredients - perfect for busy mornings or a quick pick-me-up snack. Oatmeal Muffin Cups are an easy, make-ahead healthy breakfast from simple ingredients that are can be customized with many different flavors. Enjoy at home with fresh fruit or grab one on the go for a great way to start your morning. ... continue reading...


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