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Pumpkin Pasta is a must for Fall
SO it is no secret that I love PUMPKIN everything. Literally I am the one who gets tears in her eyes when PSL makes it debut at starbucks each Fall. I am also that girl who goes to Trader Joes and buys EVERYTHING pumpkin they have (even the dog treats). My last shopping trip… There was also a pumpkin kringle in there. I just CANNOT get enough pumpkin!! Really in Pasta? So I am a BIG, BIG pumpkin and pasta fan. My first experience with it was in a ravioli (similar to the ones I got from Trader Joe’s) and then I had it with butternut squash in a lasagna…
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Easter Scavenger Hunt for the Kids and Adults
Easter weekend is always such a fun and special time in my family… especially since my niece and nephew have come along. After the egg hunts and Easter baskets though it can be a little boring for the kiddos…until now. It is Scavenger Hunt time. Scavenger Hunt Time To add a little more fun to the Easter celebration let’s have a scavenger hunt. Yes, a scavenger hunt. I always loved doing these as a kid, even as an adult, and at Easter it is even better. There are jelly beans, chocolate and bunnies involved…can it get any more fun?? To print your FREE copy click HERE For kids of…
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Robin’s Egg Cookies
Easter is coming…. it will be here before we know, and if you are still looking for a sweet treat I have the perfect recipe for you. Robin’s Egg Cookies! Trust me everyone will love these! Quick and Easy The beauty of these cookies is that they are not only delicious but they are also super easy to mix up. I was ready to go put the first pan in the oven by the time the oven was done preheating. There is no chilling or freezing needed for these sweet treats. I love cookies that come together super quick, that means I can have them anytime I want them.…
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School Lunch Ideas
It is back to school time once again. I honestly have no idea where the summer went, but it is time to jump back into school head first. Not only is it time to wake up early but it is also time to think about school lunches that the kids will actually like…well I am here to help. Don’t Stress The last thing you need to stress about with back to school craziness is lunch…use this chart, School Lunch Ideas Printable and let the kids help pick what they want, to make lunch easy, and maybe even a little fun. On Saturday or Sunday let the kids pick what sounds good,…
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Fresh Peach Muffins
Back to school is just a few days away and that means it is time for an AMAZING back to school breakfast and these Fresh Peach Muffins are the perfect treat! Peachy Goodness Fresh Peaches are the key to these muffins. They bring so much flavor and peachy goodness to the muffins it is so, so good. I also love the bite of the fresh peaches. They are tender and so juicy it tastes like your biting into a fresh peach. If you need to use frozen or canned peaches you can. Make sure to thaw frozen out and let drain a little after cutting and drain the canned ones…
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Spinach & Cheese Chicken Bake
Quick and easy dinners are a must especially when it is back to school time and this Spinach and Cheese Chicken Bake is not only quick and easy but it is DELICIOUS as well! Quick and Easy This chicken dish is so quick and easy. Start to finish you can dinner on the table in under 45 minutes…which is perfect for the busiest of nights. With only a few ingredients you can create a delicious dinner…chicken, spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella and a few spices. It really is just that easy. Layer it up Once your spinach is wilted and the cream cheese is room temperature (or softened) it is time…
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Fresh Peach Cobbler
Summer means peaches and that means cobbler. I am a big, BIG cobbler fan and I am always on the look out for a great cobbler recipe and I have found one that I LOVE! It is all about the peaches Being that I live in Texas we have some AMAZING peaches each summer. We are known for many things in Texas and Hill Country peaches are definately one of them. They are sweet, juicy and tender. Recently I had a good friend bring me back a box full of delicious Hill Country peaches and I couldn’t wait to break into them and make this cobbler. If you don’t have…
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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo
It is no secret that I am a BIG, BIG fan of my Instant Pot. I use it at least once a week and I have yet to be disappointed. Especially as we move into school days and fall my Instant Pot will be my go to kitchen tool … especially for this quick and easy Chicken Alfredo. Done in no time Start to finish you can have dinner on the table in under 45 minutes and everyone is sure to love it. It all starts with browning the chicken and then you add in the pasta with he liquid and before you know it you have a complete…
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S’mores Brownies
S’mores are a must make for me each summer. Growing up we would have them every July 4th at my grandparents farm and I just fell in love with them, and even now as an adult I crave them when it gets hot outside. There is one problem though, I do not live on a farm and I don’t camp so to still enjoy a favorite treat I decided to make them into a brownie…yes S’mores Brownies! It’s all about the layers I just love the combo of graham cracker, chocolate and marshmallow. For these brownies it starts with the graham cracker crust…it is golden brown, buttery and…
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Quick Black Beans
Do sides ever stump you when your planning for dinner? They do me. I get bored with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes or a simple salad. I love beans but to make beans from scratch takes forever and rice, well rice can get boring as well. Do not fear though…I am taking canned beans (which can be pretty bland) to the next level…and it is SO EASY! 30 Minutes and DONE Making beans from scratch takes several hours, but these black beans only take 30 minutes. Yes, 30 minutes is all you need to make this delicious side dish. There is a little bit of heat, a ton of flavor…
