A Texas-style chili with lots of flavorful ground beef and a plethora of healthy veggies, this Chili Con Carne is a delicious, make-ahead crowd-pleaser! Scott and I have been diligently working on shedding a few pounds over the last few weeks, knowing the holidays and lots of indulgent celebrations loom ahead. We laughingly (although it's not that funny) call any excess weight our "blog bellies", ...
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5 Carrot Recipes that Transform this Humble Root Veggie into an Epicurean Feast!
Oven-roasted carrots, oven-charred carrots, stovetop-glazed carrots and more! 5 fabulous carrot recipes that transform this plain Jane veggie into side dishes fit for royalty! We love carrots and I throw a bag in my cart almost every time I shop. We enjoy them in soups, salads, side dishes and (of course!) cakes. Carrots are fairly bland on their own but throw them in a hot oven with a few ...
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15 Asian Inspired Recipes - and they're WAY Better Than Takeout!
15 easy and delicious Asian-inspired recipes that are way better than takeout. Add them to your menu this week! Switch up your normal dinner ideas with these easy, delicious, Asian-inspired recipes. They are full of bright, fresh flavors and veggies and way better than takeout. Whenever Asian is on the menu, everyone in our family is happy. From rice bowls, curry, lettuce wraps and more, ...
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Ridiculously Easy Basque Sweet Potato Cheesecake
This fabulous Basque Sweet Potato Cheesecake comes together in minutes... give ingredients a whir in the blender, pour it into a pan, and bake, that's it! Ridiculously easy, ridiculously delicious! If you need a quick, delicious, gourmet dessert with minimal labor and hands-on time, this one is for you. It's certainly a winner in my book and everyone who's sampled it has fallen head over heels ...
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14 Delicious Sides That Will Steal the Turkey Show!
Thanksgiving is almost here! These are our favorite tried and true, make-ahead side dishes perfect for your holiday table. Have you planned your Thanksgiving menu yet? If you need a little inspiration, these are our favorite holiday sides! From potatoes to cranberries, we've got you covered. Each recipe includes lots of tips and tricks to ensure success. Plus you can make them ahead of ...
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Pepita Pecorino Kale Salad (Hillman's Pub Copycat Recipe)
A bright, vibrantly flavored salad, this Pepita Pecorino Kale Salad pairs deliciously with pizza, burgers, roasted or grilled entreés and it makes a healthy, hearty meal topped with grilled chicken. The easy brown-butter-roasted pepitas are the crunchy crowning glory! Scott and I love to bike to a fun little brewpub called Hillman's, located in a small town, down the mountain from us. The trip ...
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15 Easy Thanksgiving-Worthy Desserts
15 easy, elegant, and delicious desserts for your Thanksgiving table. Make them ahead of time and prepare for rave reviews! Have you started making your Thanksgiving menu? We love this time of year, planning holiday menus and dreaming up new ideas. In case you need some inspiration, we've rounded up 15 Thanksgiving-worthy desserts. There's everything from cookies to cakes, pies and even ...
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12 Easy, Delicious Recipes You Can Make NOW for Thanksgiving Weekend!
Make things easier on yourself and stock your freezer for Thanksgiving! We're sharing 12 easy and delicious recipes everyone will love. Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Did you know there are lots of things you can make now and stash in your freezer until the big day? From bread to dessert, there are so many things that freeze beautifully. And by making them now you can alleviate ...
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Caramel, A Universal Favorite - 13 Delicious Recipes, Sweet and Savory!
Do you love caramel? We do! These are 13 of our favorite caramel recipes that are sure to be crowd-pleasers. Anything caramel-flavored is a huge hit around our house! If your family feels the same way, this post is for you. Caramel is also a wonderful flavor for the fall season. It pairs perfectly with other fall flavors we love like apple, pumpkin and maple. We've rounded up our ...
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For Extra-Fast Weeknight Dinners Pick Up a Rotisserie Chicken...11 Easy, Delicious Recipes!
Make dinner easier and pick up a rotisserie chicken from the store. We've rounded up 11 delicious ways to use it that everyone will love! A store-bought rotisserie chicken is one of our favorite kitchen shortcuts! The chicken is juicy, delicious and full of flavor and great in all kinds of recipes. These are some of our favorites. Rotisserie chicken is perfect for soups, enchiladas and ...
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No-Fuss Butternut Squash Risotto with Italian Roasted Shrimp
A delicious fall comfort dish, this Butternut Squash Risotto with Italian Roasted Shrimp can be prepped ahead and uses the magic of the oven for perfectly cooked risotto and shrimp without all the fuss! A fabulous meal for entertaining or to enjoy near a cozy fire! This Butternut Squash Risotto with Italian Roasted Shrimp is one of those dishes that I could make day after day with no complaints ...
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Gifts from the Kitchen -12 Easy, Seasonal Recipes (with free printable labels!)
12 easy, seasonal recipes that make wonderful gifts from the kitchen! There are also free printable labels to make them extra special. Do you know someone who would love a little gift from the kitchen? Maybe it's your neighbor, hairdresser, or child's teacher. Or maybe you need a little Thanksgiving treat for friends and family. Whatever your need is, we've got lots of wonderful fall ...
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