Pink Drink
It’s so happy and quite refreshing! ¾ c Ocean Spray White Cran-Strawberry Juice¼ c coconut milk1 T freeze-dried strawberries Fill glass with ice. Add juice, milk, and strawberries. Stir and serve cold.
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Strawberry Parfait
Sweet, creamy, and fresh! 2 c strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced2-3 T sugar1-2 t lemon juice1 c heavy whipping cream2-3 T powdered sugar1 t vanilla (optional)Topping: additional sliced strawberries In medium bowl mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit…
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Peppermint Patties
Fast and fancy! ¾ c sweetened condensed milk1 t peppermint extract or ¼ t food-grade peppermint oil½ t vanilla extract5 c powdered sugar2 4-oz. Baker’s semi-sweet chocolate bars4 t shortening In large bowl combine milk and extracts/oil and mix with…
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Ham and Cheese Crepes
Ham and baby Swiss wrapped in a crepe paired with honey mustard? Drool. Crepes:4 eggs1½ c milk1½ c flour¼ t salt3 T butter, meltedSliced deli ham (love Boar’s Head Tavern Ham)Sliced baby Swiss cheese Honey Mustard Sauce:½ c mayonnaise2 T…
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Salad Board
It’s fun, healthy, and beautiful! Basically my New Year’s resolutions lol Iceberg lettuce wedgesRomaine heartscarrots, peeled and shreddedcucumbers, peeled and slicedgrape tomatoesboiled eggs, peeled and choppedberriesbacon, cooked and choppedchicken, cooked and choppedcheese, shredded (parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, etc.)red onion, choppeddried cherries…
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Breakfast Tacos
Not only do they have substance but they are pretty too lol and they come together fast! 6-inch flour tortillasGround sausageColby-Jack cheese, sliced or gratedEggs, scrambledGreen onions, choppedSalsaAvocados, choppedSalt and pepper to taste Smash thin layer of sausage on one…
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Butter Pecan Cake
Goodness’ sake! Cake:3 T + 1 c butter, divided2 c chopped pecans2 c flour1½ c sugar1 t baking powder½ t baking soda½ t salt½ c buttermilk2 eggs1 T vanilla extract Glaze:¾ c butter6 T heavy whipping cream½ c brown sugar2¼…
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Mashed Potato Bowl
You’ll never be happier dirtying every pan in your kitchen… so worth it for this ultimate comfort food! Mashed potatoes*Bacon, cooked and choppedChicken, cooked and choppedFresh, canned, or frozen corn, cookedChicken gravy**Green onions, chopped Layer mashed potatoes, bacon, chicken, corn,…
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Pizza Skulls
Are they good or are they gross? Exactly! 3 T melted butter, divided2 rolls Pillsbury thin pizza crust½ c sliced pepperoni½ c ground sausage, cooked¼ c chopped sweet onions½ c sliced olives2 c shredded mozzarella cheese1 24-oz. can Hunts four…
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Apple Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Is it possible to be messy and fancy at the same time? 2 c shredded cooked chicken2 stalks celery, chopped1 honeycrisp apple, cored and chopped½ c chopped pecans, roasted*Zest of 1 lemon1 T chopped Italian parsley1 c mayonnaiseSea salt and…
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Lemon Raspberry Scones
These unbelievable dreamy flaky mind-blowing unreal absolutely incredible scones are courtesy of Mary… I could hug her! May her pillow always be fluffy and cold. On both sides! These will change your life!! Scones:1 c extra cold heavy cream½ c…
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French Bread French Toast
So very French lol . . . heavenly puffy pillows. 3 eggs½ c heavy whipping cream3 T sugar1 t vanilla1 loaf day old French bread3 T butterAdditional butter, syrup, powdered sugar, and/or fruit for toppings or sides In medium bowl…
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Fried Toast
It will rock your world! 1 T butterRoll or bread Melt butter in small skillet over medium-low heat. Place sliced roll, cut side down, or bread in pan. Cook 3-5 minutes or until crispy and golden. Shines on its own…
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French Chocolate Chip Cookies
The higher butter-to-flour ratio is totally brilliant! With slightly crispy edges and soft chewy middles, these will melt in your mouth. ¾ c butter½ c sugar¾ c brown sugar1 egg + 1 egg yolk1 t vanilla2¼ c flour2 T cornstarch2¼…
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Creamy Piña Colada
Completely refreshing!! 1 – 13.5 oz. can coconut milk1 – 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk1 – 46 oz. pineapple juice3 c water Pour coconut milk through strainer into gallon pitcher. Whisk in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Stir in…
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Peanut Buster Parfait
Sweet and salty while also smooth yet crunchy… a little something for everyone! Salted or Spanish peanutsHot fudge sauce, warmedVanilla ice creamWhipped cream* Layer peanuts, hot fudge, and ice cream in large glass until glass is full. Top with whipped…
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State Fair Lemonade
It’s so fresh with an incredible flavor! The key is muddling the lemon wedges, peels and all, to bring out the oils along with the fresh lemon juice. It’s so so good! For each serving:2 large lemons4 T sugar¼ c…
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Single Layer Chocolate Cake
Love of my life… Cake:¼ c vegetable oil1 egg½ c buttermilk1 t vanilla1 c flour½ c sugar1/3 c brown sugar5 T cocoa powder½ t baking soda½ t baking powder½ t salt1/3 c hot tap water Ganache frosting:7 oz. semi-sweet chocolate…
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Frosted Lemon Sugar Cookies
Zesty! Dough:1 c butter1 c sugar2 eggs1½ t fresh lemon juice1 T lemon zest3 c flour1 t baking powder½ t salt Frosting:1 c butter, room temperature4½ c powdered sugar2 T fresh lemon juice2 t lemon zest1 dash saltYellow food coloring,…
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White Chocolate Raspberry Granola
Here at The Cupcake Theory we’re all about dessert, er, breakfast lol 4 c old fashioned oats½ c chopped pecans½ c sliced almonds½ c chopped walnuts1/3 c coconut oil½ c honey½ c brown sugar1 t vanilla1 t sea salt1 c…
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Chicken Parmesan
Chef’s kiss! 1 lb. chicken tenders3 eggs1 T milk3 slices bread, crumbed3/4 c grated parmesan cheese4 T vegetable oil½ c butter16 oz. spaghetti noodles1 jar or batch marinara sauceGarnish: fresh grated parmesan Place chicken tenders in between wax paper and…
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Italian Salad
Crisp, fresh, delicious. Plus… cheese! Salad:2 romaine hearts, washed and chopped1 carrot, peeled and shredded2 Roma tomatoes, sliced¼ c red onion, sliced thin½ c black olives6 pepperoncini peppers¼ c finely shredded parmesan cheese1 c croutons Salad dressing:¾ c olive oil1/3…
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Creamy Pappardelle Pasta
Delicious comfort food that comes together fast! 12 oz. pappardelle pasta1 t salt1½ T olive oil½ lb. ground sausage½ lb. hamburger½ large sweet onion, chopped fine3 cloves garlic, minced4 oz. tomato paste1½ c beef broth1½ c heavy whipping cream1 T…
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Fried Tomato BLT
Elevate your BLT. For each sandwich: 1 firm tomato1 egg¼ c flour¼ c cornmeal1/3 c bread crumbsVegetable oil2 slices bread2 T mayonnaise4 slices bacon, cooked until crispyIceberg lettuce pieces Slice tomato. Whisk egg in small bowl. Mix flour, cornmeal, and…
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Scrambled Pancakes
A golden pile of pancake pieces! 1 c + 3 T buttermilk1 egg1 c flour1 t baking soda½ t salt1½ T sugar3 T butter, dividedPowdered sugar for sprinklingToppings: chopped fruit, syrup, etc. In large measuring cup whisk buttermilk and egg….
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