Do you ever just want to eat a sweet treat and not have to worry about the calories or sugar or fat or blah blah blah? This is me every single night after dinner. And most days after lunch. And after breakfast. This is where chocolate dessert hummus comes in. I will not lie to…
Crusty No Knead Bread
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Sometimes I just want to be fancy without having to actually work for it. This bread definitely meets that requirement. This crusty bread is reminiscent of a french boule and requires almost no work at all. Seriously, sign me up. Bread and butter is literally my bread and butter. *kisses fingers* Let’s begin. Start by…
Coffee Cake Crumb Donuts
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Oh my lord. If there is one treat that my husband cannot refuse, it is these treasures. I mean, come on. There is coffee cake, in donut form with an irresistible crunchy crumble on top and then topped off with a vanilla glaze. What more can you ask for? These donuts come together really quickly…
Easy Oven Fries
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Fries, fries, oh my. I love a good french fry. Really any sort of variety is fine with me. I lean toward the skinnier crispier version but all fries are worthy of my attention. Sometimes I am craving a delicious cardboard box of fries from a fast food restaurant but don’t want the guilt and…
Hamburger Soup
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Do you ever just need something quick and hearty to feed those tiny humans running around your kitchen? Man, I feel you. This hamburger soup is healthy and really fast to throw together. Let it take care of your family tonight while you have a glass of wine. Here we go. This recipe is really…
30 Minute Hamburger Buns
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How many times have you wanted a juicy burger (of any variety, there is no judging here) but did not have a bun to complete the meal? This happens in our household all the time. Fortunately, this recipe is going to swoop in and save the day! These buns are so fluffy and light, yet…
Chicken Pot Pie
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You guys. Chicken pot pie. How delicious is this food? I could eat this every day for the rest of my life and never get sick of it. This recipe is inspired by one of my college roommates and greatest friends, Leigh. Thanks girl for introducing me to this dish. My life and waistline will…
Fast and Flaky Pie Dough
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Pie dough. First of all, yum. However, I’ll admit, sometimes I let the thought of making pie dough from scratch intimidate me and cave to the ease of the store bought stuff. It’s really fine in a pinch but if you have a few minutes, this dough is so worth it. It really tastes so…
Healthier Zucchini Bread
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Let’s talk zucchini. It’s delicious. I like it every which way; grilled, roasted, spiraled, you name it. But the very best way is in the form of bread. Yummy spicy chewy delicious bread. Zucchini bread is the perfect bridge between summer and fall. What better way to use some of that extra summer squash? This…
Easiest Soft Pretzels
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I came into the pretzel game late in life. I didn’t have a soft pretzel until I was in high school or college. And let me tell you, I feel cheated. All the years I could have been enjoying these yummy salty treats. This is the only soft pretzel you are ever going to need….
Almond Coconut Bliss Chocolates
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These little homemade candies are such a delight. Dare I say they are a joy?! What I do know is that these are packed full of gooey coconut, a whole almond, and are coated in delicious chocolate. Worth. Every. Bite. Let’s begin. Start by melting some chocolate in a double boiler. Any chocolate will work….
Best Ever Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
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Okay. I will be honest here, I don’t love most oatmeal raisin cookies. Picture this: you walk into a room and from afar you see a delicious chocolate chip cookie. You make a bee line over to said cookie elbowing anything and everything out of your way. Your mouth is salivating imagining the chocolate melting…
Peanut Butter Chocolates
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Peanut butter and chocolate. This is a match made in heaven. Is there anything better? I will tell you. No. There is not. Don’t even try to think of something better. Seriously. Don’t. These little chocolates are a homemade version of everyone’s favorite candy. You know the one. These are so easy and you likely…
Turkey Meatballs- Eggless, Dairy Free, Gluten Free!
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As you may or may not know, I have a mild allergy to eggs. Not enough to stop using them while baking but enough that on a normal day to day basis, I avoid them. This is one of those yummy weeknight recipes that tastes like you have been cooking all day long but really…
Browned Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies
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You guys. If I were a country singer, at least half of my love ballads would be to chocolate chip cookies. And the other half would be to browned butter. It’s so versatile; I love it on popcorn and pasta. Delicious. Bringing these two loves together is really just pure magic. Simple as that. Browning…
Blueberry Blackberry Jam
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Jam, delicious. Growing up, we would often have those yummy biscuits from the scary pop-open can topped with some jarred boysenberry jam. Mmm, delicious. This jam is that jam made fresh without all the high fructose corn syrup and preservatives. Start with some berries. Really any berries will work. However, I love the combination…
Flaky Lemon Scones with Lemon Drizzle
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Lemon flavored baked goods are really one of life’s greatest gifts. I definitely think there is a case for chocolatey indulgences but there is just something so wonderful about the light and tangy flavor of lemon. It’s summer in a bite. Now, scones. Sweet sweet baby scones. And flaky scones to boot. This is an…