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Creamy Grilled Chicken Piccata

Creamy Grilled Chicken Piccata

Chicken Piccata is one of my favorite meals. This particular recipe is one that I came across a few months ago and have made a handful of times since then. Marinades can make all the difference and I pat myself on the back every…

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Indoor S'mores

Indoor S'mores

We all know Halloween is synonymous with treats….lots and lots of treats. Here’s a fun one you could use to mix things up a little bit for your friends/family that may be tiring of mini-candy bars. I was put in charge of…

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Peach Cobbler

Peach Cobbler

What happens when Trader Joe’s is stocked on peaches and you find yourself at home on a rainy afternoon? Peach Cobbler would be the answer. The stars aligned, both girls napped at the same time and I had just enough time to…

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Toaster Strudel

Toaster Strudel

Toaster Strudel’s are one of those foods that feel nostalgic to me. I haven’t had one in ages, but I can remember exactly how they taste. I loved finding them in my mom’s freezer and looked forward to pouring that tiny icing…

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Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

With the end of summer closing in on us, one thing I’m not looking forward to is the end of grilling season! So in the meantime we’ll be cramming in all the burgers and grilled chicken that we can! I recently made a lemon chicken…

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S'more Bark

S'more Bark

S’mores are one of those perfect summer indulgences that never get old. We finally put the fire pit at our new home to use this past weekend and introduced our kids to the sweet treat that I hadn’t had in years. Jack loved…

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Strawberry Coconut Cake Balls

Strawberry Coconut Cake Balls

This past weekend we celebrated my mother-in-law’s 60th birthday. We spent the afternoon at Bedford Spring’s Resort with all of our family, enjoyed a wonderful lunch and chatted away on rocking chairs that overlook the property.…

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Lemon Bars

Lemon Bars

Yes, lemon foods do make me think of springtime, but this time around I was just running with a craving. I had never made lemon bars before, but now that I have it won’t be the last! Buttery crust, amazing flavor and a crisp…

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Crockpot: Hungarian Goulash

Crockpot: Hungarian Goulash

During the warmer months if we aren’t planning on grilling, I often find myself turning to the crockpot. I typically want to spend more time outdoors and less time over a hot stove. This crockpot recipe isn’t exactly typical, but…

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