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Vanilla Shortbread Sugar Cookies
BEWARE!! There is a new favorite cookie in town… The Vanilla Shortbread Sugar Cookie. Not only is it delicious… it is SUPER easy!! It is all about the Vanilla Bean… Shortbread is a favorite but to really take it to the next level I used [Vanilla Bean Paste|https://amzn.to/2uTD77V ]. I use Vanilla Bean Paste in almost all my baking recipes but it is especially impactful in these cookies. Not only do you see the Vanilla Bean Seeds (which makes them look super special) but it also amps up the vanilla taste making them AMAZING! Now if you do not have [Vanilla Bean Paste|https://amzn.to/2uTD77V ] you can use a vanilla pod with vanilla…
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Chicken Flautus
A few weeks ago I got to spend the week with some of my favorite people. We fished, cooked and hung out and it was AMAZING! One of the dishes that my sweet friend Shannon made were these Chicken Flautus and they were so good I have to share them with you. It all started here… To make these flautus super special Shannon made her own version of Rotel that the chicken would eventually soak up. Honestly I thought she was crazy to make her own and questioned why she wasn’t just using the favorite canned version but she assured me I would understand once I tasted it and she…
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Celebration Fudge Cake
A few weeks ago I took a little time away to my happy place. We fished, hung out and celebrated the 4th with some sweet friends and family. The fishing was the reason we were there but one of the major highlights was this cake. From the minute my godmother mentioned she “might” make it I stalked her until it was made…and it was so worth the wait (she made me wait 48 hours). A little confession… This is not the original cake my Godmother made. That cake was consumed at our 4th of July party before i could get pictures, so I HAD to remake it once I got…
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Skillet Lemon Chicken
I don’t know about you but during the heat of summer i just don’t want to spend a ton of time in the kitchen, but I still want to put delicious dinners on the table … well I have the perfect recipe for this summer, Skillet Lemon Chicken. All in one skillet Yes you read that right….the chicken and sauce are all made in one skillet, start to finish. The beauty of one skillet is that the flavors are going to build on one another without a lot of extra ingredients and there is one one pan to clean up at the end. I am a big, big fan…
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Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
Sugar cookies are one of my most favorite sweet treats. I love the thinner, crispier ones and the soft pillowy (lofthouse) style ones and I love the frosted version. Sugar cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion…these are a must make. Get Creative I beauty of these cookies is you can use whatever sprinkles you want or change the color of the icing to anything you want. You really can be as creative you want. For this go around I decided to use up all the left over sprinkles I had laying around. I have to be honest I loved the variety…a little something for everyone. Ohhhh the…
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Happy 4th of July
July 4th is here…but do not worry here are some quick and easy last minute treats you can have ready for the BBQ this afternoon. First up is this delicious Lemon Berry Tart. It is loaded with tons of berries and a delicious pudding filling with just a hint of lemon and one of the best tart crusts I have ever had. Next up is Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. This is my go to ice cream and my dad’s favorite. It is rich, creamy and perfect for a warm evening under fireworks. Blueberry Pie Bars are a perfect quick treat. They are loaded with tons of blueberry goodness and…
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One Pot Cajun Pasta
I just don’t think you can ever have too many one pot meals in your arsenal of recipes. It is even better when the one pot meal is loaded with TONS of flavor, cheese and is super easy. One pot…thats all The beauty of this dish is that with everything being cooked in the same pot the flavors just keep building as you continue cooking, giving this dish a TON of flavor. First you start with the chicken, spices then the sausage and then comes the cream and pasta. Everything comes together perfectly and then you stir in the cheese to finish off this super easy meal. OH the…
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Strawberry & Cream Scones
Strawberries are everywhere right now. They are big and sweet and calling my name every time I walk into the grocery store. I have been using them in all sorts of recipes but one of my favorites are these Strawberry & Cream Scones…they really are the perfect breakfast (or afternoon) treat. Berry Fun Strawberries, Strawberries and more strawberries. As you can see there is strawberry in every bite of these scones. I know some of you may be asking, what if I am not a strawberry fan or what if they don’t look good at the store…don’t worry I got you. You can use any combo of berries…
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Lemon Quinoa
Are you a quinoa fan? Well, I am …. I am a BIG, BIG fan. I love it in a salad, paired with chicken or salmon or with yogurt for breakfast. One of my favorite quinoa recipes is Spanish Quinoa, it is perfect for Taco Tuesday… but my new favorite is this Lemon Quinoa which is perfect for summer! Quinoa for All… Now I know not everyone is a fan of quinoa, but this recipe might just change their mind. It is loaded with tons of flavor. There is a lemon in each bite, making it light and refreshing. With the arugula you get a bit of peppery bite, which I…
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Blueberry Snack Bars
I am so obsessed with everything berry right now. Every time I walk into my grocery store or my local Farmer’s Market I am overwhelmed with how beautiful the berries are right now. Strawberries, blackberries and blueberries, lots of blueberries. Blueberry, Love I love blueberry anything and at anytime but I really love them for a snack. I always try to keep them on hand for a quick bite when the afternoon is just dragging on or for a late night snack. A few weeks ago I found them on sale and decided to testa few recipes to make the blueberry shine. After several tests on several recipes I…
