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Bananas Foster Bread Recipe

Bananas Foster Bread

How does one get the traditional flavors of Bananas Foster without lighting their dessert on fire?  This Bananas Foster Bread Recipe is just the thing.  Don’t get me wrong, I do love the desired effect that bananas foster originated with. Whipping up a sauce of butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, dark rum, and banana liqueur and …

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Triple Berry Smoothie With Spinach

I will admit I was a perpetual breakfast skipper for a looooong time.  I would have a cup or two of coffee and be starving by 10.  I would make myself wait until noon when my husband came home for lunch, and I would scarf down more than my fair share.  Recently, my husband and …

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Cherry Rice Krispie Treats

Cherry Rice Krispie Treats

Rice Krispie treats are an iconic American classic, and I have taken it to the next level with these easy Cherry Rice Krispie Treats.  They don’t take anymore time to prepare than the originals but sure do step up the flavor. Besides their crave-worthy flavor, one reason to love making Rice Krispie treats is that …

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Dill Glazed Carrots

Dill Glazed Carrots

Side dishes can often get a little boring in our house when it comes to vegetables.  For a long time, it’s been corn on the cob, canned corn, or canned green beans because my family is extremely picky when it comes to vegetables.  Lately, though, I just can’t take it anymore!   I really am …

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Mini Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Mini Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Lemon meringue pie is a staple in our house for every holiday, including Easter.  It adds a splash of color to any table, and although it can be a bit scary to make at first, it’s a relatively simple recipe. Easter is the perfect time as well for this fun dessert because it requires a …

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Homemade Banana Cream Pie

Homemade Banana Cream Pie

Welcome back to everyone who has been enjoying their Spring Break, and enjoy for those who are just starting.  On Saturday, we came back to give the kids a day of rest before they head back to school, and I must admit that this mama was happy about that!  This is my 4th time in …

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Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf Cake

Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf Cake

If you know me at all, you know that I love lemon!  Lemon is one of my ultimate flavors, and it doesn’t matter if it’s sweetened into a delicious pie or bread or straight-up lemon juice.  Today I wanted to share with you my love of lemon in this Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf Cake. This …

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Slow Cooker Recipe ~ Green Beans, Sausage & Potato Dinner

Easy Slow Cooker Recipe ~ Green Beans, Sausage and potatoes

We’re on Spring break this week and are using our timeshare.  Having our timeshare has greatly helped control costs, while still allowing us to enjoy the activities in each city. This year we’re visiting Las Vegas, and one of the biggest expenses in Vegas is the food.  It’s almost impossible to take the family out …

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Macadamia Nut Easter Candy Bark

Macadamia Nut Easter Candy Bark

Easter is upon us, and it’s always a fun time for some special treats.  I love Christmas and all, but I think that the Spring colors make Easter baking even more fun.  The boys are willing to do anything to get in the kitchen with me, but the Spring colors seem to bring more excitement …

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Freezer Friendly Homemade Meatball Recipe

Freezer Friendly Homemade Meatballs with a touch of sauce on them

Meatballs are a staple in our house!  They have so many uses and, if made in advance and tossed in the freezer, can make for yet another quick dinner on a busy night.  I know we have a lot of those during the week, and I can guarantee we are not alone!  Dinner time is …

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