Raspberry Pocket Pies
I used to dream of going out to the backyard and picking fruit so I could make fabulous things with it: jam, syrup, or pocket pies. I started working on that dream several years ago but there were some hiccups…
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Caribbean Salad
It’s fruity, fresh, and light . . . an absolutely perfect meal for summer. This will be a hit, even among those in your party who don’t like salad. Throw those salad plates in the freezer while you fix it…
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Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Pour cheese on something and I. Am. In. Seriously, it just doesn’t get any better than that. The filling in these “Joes” is loaded with flavor and the roll houses it nicely, with the cheese holding it all together. Cheese…
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Mini Blueberry Pies
Summer is the best! Sleeping in, flip flops, blockbuster movies, fireworks, glow sticks, shaved ice . . . and pie. Fresh berry pie! pie crust recipe (enough for three single 9-inch shells) 2 c blueberries ¾ c sugar 2 T…
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Milk Chocolate Florentine Cookies
I first made these in college, and when they received such a warm welcome from friends, I knew they were something special. They are no ordinary cookie. They are a thin, crispy, melty, fancy cookie; yet, not too fancy. They…
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Banana Pudding Cake
I’ve got a friend, Lisa, who finds the best recipes on the planet. She has a talent. Seriously, the recipes she finds are unreal. This is one, and I love it. It is perfect for summer . . . it…
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Citrus-Flavored Water
Quite often I’ll throw a lemon in my water. Or lemon AND lime when I’m feeling brave. Or maybe I’m just bored. Then my husband threw a twist into the whole thing when he came inside from helping the neighbor…
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Cherry Lemonade
Summer means strawberry season. Cherry season. Peach season. I celebrate each one like an extended holiday. It’s like Christmas for me when I see red ripe sweet fresh cherries for sale. I serve them in a cup, with an extra…
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Mini Pecan Pies
It’s pretty cool when you have something to call your own. Your own room. Your own car. Your own pie. Yep, a whole mini pie, all for yourself. You’ve arrived, baby! one recipe pie crust dough (enough for two 9-inch…
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French Toast
Butter and powdered sugar are the main ingredients in frosting. Yet, when served separately, they are mere toppings. That is one of my favorite things about French toast. Toppings = frosting in disguise. Sneaky. Very sneaky. This is our favorite…
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Traditional Chex Mix
Let’s play a game. Tell me the first word that comes to mind when I say: wedding . . . bride baseball . . . hot dogs Thanksgiving . . . turkey party . . . Chex mix Yeah, that’s…
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Cookie Dough Chocolates
When you dunk the cookie dough balls into that creamy smooth pool of melted chocolate, everything seems right with the world. Like in “While You Were Sleeping” . . . you have a moment when things seem good in life….
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Pizza Hut Pan Pizza
It’s Friday!! That usually means pizza and a movie at my house. I love pizza. It really is such a universal food; good for all age groups. Kids love it. College kids survive on it. Adults can’t get enough of…
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Homemade Twinkies
There’s something very nostalgic, classic, and all-American about Twinkies. Probably because we associated Twinkies with childhood, when things were simple. Our biggest challenges were to try and catch the candy being thrown during the parade or balancing our bike without…
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Gooey Chex Mix
I think I’m on a Chex mix kick. Seriously, it makes for a great snack and is so versatile. You can go all classic and make traditional Chex mix, add caramel for a crunchy sweet version, or goo it up…
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Butter Pecan Maple Syrup
I probably wasn’t your normal college kid because I couldn’t wait to escape the college scene on weekends. I’d go visit my grandparents, stay the whole weekend, go to the movies with them, or a play, or a patriotic celebration,…
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Hawaiian Burgers
Serve with napkins, paper towels, and wipes because these Hawaiian burgers are juicy!! They are drippy, messy, good!! 1 lb. ground hamburger 8 potato rolls teriyaki sauce (see recipe below) 8 small slices mozzarella cheese red onion, sliced fresh pineapple…
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Mini French Breakfast Puffs
You could look at that word “mini” one of two ways. On the one hand, you could be thinking that a mini portion doesn’t give you very much. On the other hand, you could be thinking that the ratio of…
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Coconut Limeade
Bring on the heat, baby, because we are armed with coconut limeade. It’s fresh. It’s cold. It’s sweet! For each serving: 2½ T fresh lime juice 2 T sugar ½ c cream of coconut (found in the mixed drinks aisle)…
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Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Do you like twice-baked potatoes but not the work it takes to scoop the potatoes out of the skins just to have to fill them in again? Seems redundant, right? Well, there is a way around that: twice-baked potato casserole….
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Caramel Chex Mix
If you study any bowl of Chex Mix at the end of a party, you’ll likely find a high ratio of Wheat Chex. The Rice and Corn Chex are the clear winners when it comes to snack mixes. Wheat Chex…
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White Chicken Enchiladas
Let’s just say that this is my new favorite comfort food. I’ve tried some white chicken enchilada recipes before but none worthy of sharing. Until now. Holy smokes! These are divine. Cheesy. Saucy. Good!! 2 c cooked, shredded chicken 2…
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It’s Like Lasagna but Spaghetti
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where one person feels like lasagna. Another wants spaghetti. Dilemma! The answer: “It’s Like Lasagna but Spaghetti”. It’s both! Anything I can do to help you resolve conflict. You. Are. Welcome. 1…
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Party Popcorn
We like to party at my house. Get comfy. Get a good movie. Pop some popcorn. Pour some white chocolate over it. That’s a good day right there. This is one of those quick, excellent, salty yet sweet desserts that…
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