My favorite recipes
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Once I learned how to make black royal icing so that it turns out and sugar cookies that hold their shape, this black cat sugar cookies recipe was a snap. With two different decorating options, you can go for the super-easy version or the slightly more-time consuming variation depending on how much time you want…
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![Decorated Pumpkin Sugar Cookies With Orange Royal Icing]()
This decorated pumpkin sugar cookies recipe takes a little time to put together, but the results are an adorable Halloween treat that is worth the wait! They’re made with pumpkin spice extract for some extra fall flavor and orange royal icing for that pumpkin fall color. I admit it. I’m not really a baker. But…
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![Halloween Ghost Sugar Cookies With White Royal Icing]()
These ghost cookies are made from sugar cookies frosted with royal icing. A spooky but cute treat for your Halloween party! Ghosts are a staple of any Halloween celebration. So making ghost cookies is a natural next step. And now that I’ve figured out how to make cut out cookies that hold their shape, I…
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![Halloween Bat Sugar Cookies]()
These adorable Halloween bat sugar cookies are super cute and easy to make! The perfect Halloween treat for a party. Halloween is my favorite holiday. I go all out with the decorations for my annual Halloween party. And love to have food (including desserts) that go with the theme. Unfortunately, I’m not a great baker….
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![The Best Way To Make Black Royal Icing]()
After many attempts, I finally found the best recipe to make black royal icing that doesn’t taste terrible and really is black! The right brand of food coloring and a little cocoa powder helps. But we show you how to make it without black food coloring too. If you’ve ever tried to make black royal…
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![Royal Icing: Sugar Cookie Icing That Hardens]()
This royal icing recipe is what you need if you’re looking for sugar cookie icing that hardens. It’s really easy to make (and use) once you know the secret of getting it to the right consistency. For a long time, I have loved the look of those sugar cut out cookies, decorated with the pretty…
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![Cut Out Cookies That Hold Their Shape (3 Secrets To Prevent Sugar Cookies From Spreading)]()
This recipe for easy cut out cookies that hold their shape is an easy way to make rolled sugar cookies…even if you’re not a baker. And they’re super tasty! If you know me, you know I love a good party theme. And I’ve always loved the idea of decorated sugar cookies cut into shapes that…
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![Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Cherries]()
This unique roasted Brussels sprouts recipe uses the sweetness of cherries to offset the bitterness of Brussels sprouts which results in a dish that everyone loves. And it’s pretty enough to use for Christmas dinner. I have a confession to make…I don’t like Brussels sprouts! Since that’s the case, you might be wondering why on…
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![Classic Banana Nut Bread (With Streusel Topping and a Gluten-Free Version)]()
This classic banana nut bread recipe is a traditional bread-style banana bread that has a delicious streusel topping and can be made with gluten-free flour. Whether you’re looking for a delicious addition for your brunch menu or you have a couple of too-ripe bananas you want to use up, this classic banana nut bread recipe…
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![Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe (with a Gluten-Free version)]()
Made with cocoa powder and buttermilk, this chocolate cupcakes recipe is oh so chocolate-y and super easy to make. Even better? It works equally well with regular, all-purpose flour or measure-for-measure gluten-free flour, so even your gluten-free friends can indulge. It seems like any time I’m hosting a birthday party and I ask what kind…
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![Light and Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe]()
This buttermilk pancakes recipe makes the best light and fluffy pancakes ever! It works equally well with gluten-free flour and blueberries (or without). These buttermilk pancakes have been my go-to pancake recipe for many years. They are light and fluffy with slightly crispy edges. Absolutely to die for! Especially if you add some blueberries. (Not…
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![Classic Carrot Cake Recipe (From Scratch)]()
Whether you are looking for a dessert for Easter dinner, an easy-to-make birthday cake or something sweet to serve on a party buffet, this classic carrot cake recipe made from scratch with cream cheese frosting is sure to be a hit. With options to make it with regular all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour, and with…
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![Best Ever Chocolate Frosting]()
Made with semi-sweet chocolate and cocoa powder, this dark chocolate frosting is super rich and chocolate-y. With the perfect texture for icing a cake or piping cupcakes, it will make your favorite dessert recipes even more decadent. This chocolate frosting recipe is my absolute favorite! Made with cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate, it is definitely a…
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![Maple Pecan Scones With Cinnamon Butter (And A Gluten-Free Option)]()
Whether you’re hosting a tea party or just looking for a tasty breakfast snack, this maple pecan scones recipe with cinnamon butter is a delicious addition to the menu. It’s also incredibly easy to make (even easier than most scone recipes…which aren’t that hard to begin with). This maple pecan scones recipe makes a heavier…
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![Cheesecake Mincemeat Tarts]()
These cheesecake mincemeat tarts are a twist on the traditional British mince tarts. They’re easy to bake and to eat, which means them the perfect holiday dessert for a party. Cheesecake Mincemeat Tarts Recipe Around my house these cheesecake mincemeat tarts are a tradition at Christmas. I think there would be some serious temper tantrums…
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![Make Ahead Shrimp Casserole With Tomato Sauce]()
This make ahead shrimp casserole recipe is one of my favorite dishes to take to a potluck dinner or serve on a buffet. Made with tomato sauce, cheese and Ziti pasta (along with the shrimp), it’s a big hit with all of my friends. On top of that, it’s easy to make and freezes well…
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![Old Fashioned Celery And Sage Turkey Stuffing Recipe]()
This old fashioned turkey stuffing made with celery, sage and bread is a traditional turkey dressing recipe that tastes just like Grandma used to make.
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![Apple Cheese Skillet Cornbread]()
Made with granny smith apples and cheddar cheese, this apple cheese skillet cornbread recipe is a twist on the traditional Southern version that is perfect for fall. My Thanksgiving dinner menu wouldn’t be complete without it! Apple Cheese Skillet Cornbread Recipe Cornbread is a staple of holiday meals in Southern kitchens everywhere. So when I…
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![Pumpkin Spice Cake (From Scratch) With Ginger Cream Cheese Icing]()
This pumpkin spice cake recipe with ginger cream cheese icing is hands down my favorite Thanksgiving dessert recipe. It’s made from scratch but it’s easy to do, and it’s soooo delicious! Much better than pumpkin pie if you ask me. But then I’m not much of a pumpkin lover, which is why it’s even more…
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![Berry Salad With Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette]()
There’s something so refreshing about salads in the summer. This berry salad with homemade balsamic vinaigrette is made with all the fresh summer berries – strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. Topped with some goat cheese and homemade balsamic vinaigrette, this salad recipe is always a hit at my summer cookouts. This berry salad with balsamic vinaigrette combines…
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![How To Grill Perfect Rotisserie Chicken]()
Rotisserie chicken is one of my all-time favorite chicken recipes, especially for summer cookouts. But it can be a little tricky to cook without burning. After many tries, I’ve finally learned how to grill perfect rotisserie chicken, and it’s definitely become part of my dinner recipe rotation. Now that it’s summer and the grill is…
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![Lemon Garlic Grilled Asparagus]()
This lemon garlic grilled asparagus recipe is a delicious and easy cookout recipe that is always a hit at my annual 4th of July BBQ. But it also tastes great when you make it in the oven, so it’s perfect for indoor parties, too! In the summer, I love to cook out. Cooking food on the…
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![Grilled Pesto Turkey Burgers]()
These grilled pesto turkey burgers have a ton of flavor and don’t get dried out like some other turkey burger recipes. They’re a great addition to your summer cookout or 4th of July get-together. This grilled pesto turkey burger recipe may seem a little strange when you look at the ingredients (who ever heard of…
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![Easy Weeknight Salmon Loaf]()
This easy salmon loaf recipe is the perfect solution to those weeknights when you have no time and need to put a meal on the table. With busy work schedules, it seems like I’m always in a rush to come up with a nutritious meal that doesn’t take very long to cook. Fortunately, I have…
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![Game Day Football Brownie Cookies]()
For my annual Super bowl party, the food is always a big part of the game day festivities. Between the ribs, wings, mac and cheese and these football brownie cookies, no-one leaves hungry. Football Brownie Cookies Recipe When I throw my annual Super Bowl party, I like to come up with some food items that…
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![Super Bowl Party Menu]()
I love to throw football parties. Between the game day decorations, the jello shots and the Super Bowl party food menu, this is definitely one of my most popular parties of the year. I’ve been hosting an annual super bowl for many years. So many, in fact, that I think my friends would show up…
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![Decadent Southern Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole {Gluten-Free}]()
This decadent southern slow cooker sweet potato casserole recipe made with pecans is to die for! It is delicious as either a side or a dessert for your holiday meal. Every year I host a dinner for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This southern slow cooker sweet potato casserole is always on the menu, along with roasted…
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![Holiday Shortbread Thimble Cookies (and 10+ other Christmas treats)]()
These holiday shortbread thimble cookies made with nuts and jam or jelly are a delicious Christmas treat that everyone loves. In my family, part of Christmas celebrations always includes holiday baking, including cherry cheesecake tarts and mincemeat tarts. These shortbread thimble cookies are another family favorite! Holiday Shortbread Thimble Cookies Recipe These delicious cookies have…
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![The Best Holiday Party Appetizers for a Crowd]()
Find all of the delicious and easy-to-make holiday party appetizers recipes you’ll need to make your guests happy this season. I love entertaining at this time of the year, but sometimes finding holiday party appetizers that don’t take long to make, but taste great is a challenge. Using red and green dips, like this cranberry…
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![Traditional Canadian Butter Tarts]()
This traditional Canadian butter tarts recipe is decadent and delicious, and the individual portions makes them easy to serve for a crowd. When I’m serving dessert at a party, I prefer to make recipes that come in individual portions like these cherry cheesecake tarts or these mincemeat tarts. Because of that (and the fact that…
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![Cranberry Salsa Bites]()
This cranberry salsa bites recipe is the perfect Christmas party appetizer. It looks festive, tastes great, and can be made ahead of time. For parties, I always love to have easy to make appetizers that I can prepare a couple of days in advance. These cranberry salsa bites totally fit the bill, and look great…
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![Easy Avocado Guacamole Dip Recipe {Gluten-Free}]()
This avocado guacamole dip recipe is a super easy party appetizer that tastes great and is actually healthy for you. Whether you’re having a Cinco de Mayo get-together or just need something to serve with chips, this is great option. One of my stress-reducing party rules is to make as much of the food in…
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![Frozen Lemon Mousse With Raspberry Sauce {Gluten Free}]()
This recipe for frozen lemon mousse with raspberry sauce looks gorgeous and tastes as good as it looks, the perfect dessert for any meal. I love to make desserts for special occasion dinners. But there are a few recipes that are on my go-to list when I really want to make a statement. This frozen…
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![Easy Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe]()
This easy homemade pumpkin pie recipe has been in my family for generations. Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be the same without it! Thanksgiving is one of those holidays that brings families together and creates family traditions. In our family, Thanksgiving dinner is always roasted turkey with old fashioned stuffing and roasting pan gravy. And dessert is…
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![Easy Baked Sticky Chinese Chicken Wings]()
These baked sticky Chinese chicken wings made with brown sugar and soy sauce are always a hit at my parties. And it truly is the easiest chicken wing recipe you can find!
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![15 Minute Oven Baked Chicken Breast {Gluten Free}]()
This oven baked chicken breast recipe made with lemon and basil is really easy, tastes great and is ready in just 15 minutes. When I’m trying to get dinner on the table quickly, I love to make easy chicken breast recipes like honey mustard glazed chicken or chicken piccata. But of all the recipes I have,…
