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Mom's Banana Bread

Mom's Banana Bread

Banana bread is very popular in our home. My kids eat a lot of bananas but it never fails that we’ll have a few overly ripe bananas going to waste. That’s the point that I toss them in a bowl and whip up a loaf of bread. Now, I…

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Egg & Sausage Casserole

Egg & Sausage Casserole

I haven’t shared any breakfast recipes for a bit now, so I wanted to pass on this Egg & Sausage Casserole that I have been turning to for years. During the week we eat fairly light breakfasts, but on the weekends I enjoying…

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Ham, Potato and Corn Chowder

Ham, Potato and Corn Chowder

I love soup year round, but when chilly fall weather rolls in they show up on my meal planning schedule more often than not. If you love chowders, you’ll want to give this recipe a try. I don’t do creamy soups nearly as often,…

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Cinnamon Bun Scones

Cinnamon Bun Scones

I’ve always loved Cinnamon, but that love is becoming more evident since I’ve been blogging. Check out my Cinnamon Bun Cake and Cinnamon Roll Bread in case you missed them. Today, however, we’re talking scones. Cinnamon scones.…

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Mexican Mac & Cheese

Mexican Mac & Cheese

Let me apologize for my lack of recipe sharing recently. I know you’ve been on the edge of your seats waiting for that next perfect dinner idea ;) The whole Redbook ordeal was a little overwhelming last week, but I’ll get things…

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Cinnamon Roll Bread

Cinnamon Roll Bread

A girlfriend of mine recently had her third child. Her third boy for that matter! She sure is the queen of that house! In addition to a little gift for their latest addition I also wanted to take them something to enjoy. I didn’t…

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Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad

It’s safe to say we are in full picnic mode. I love picnics because you’re typically only required to bring along one dish, yet you end up having a feast. We’ve been to three within the past week, so I’ve been on the lookout for…

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Lemon Basil Shrimp Risotto

Lemon Basil Shrimp Risotto

A friend recently posted this link to one of the Pioneer Woman’s latest recipe’s. It was right up my alley so I jumped on making this Lemon Basil Shrimp Risotto. Many times I find shrimp served in less rich dishes, but I loved…

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