It's strawberry season! These are some of our favorite recipes for using up that fresh strawberry haul. From sweets to salads, there's something for everyone! There's nothing like a fresh strawberry! We've been buying them in buckets recently. Besides just eating these heavenly berries, we've got some delicious ideas on how to use them. If you're in a baking mood, there's lots of inspiration ...
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Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam
Once you try this delicious, super fresh-tasting, Strawberry Freezer Jam, you'll be spoiled for life. I call it "springtime in a jar"! It's like a little dollop of heaven on toast, biscuits, scones, ice cream, yogurt... I posted this recipe for Strawberry Freezer Jam back in 2012 and again last year, in 2019 but I decided to bump it back up to the top of the blog again for several reasons. First ...
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Delicious Inspiration for Mother’s Day
Ten of our favorite super easy, super delicious desserts, perfect for Mother's Day. This post is loaded with cake, tart and cookie ideas. All requiring just one bowl, and no mixer! With Mother's Day coming this weekend, we've rounded up some of our favorite dessert recipes. We know that Mother's Day might look a little different this year for some of you. But here's a fun idea: if you can't be ...
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Fresh Strawberry Buttermilk Muffins
With a sweet, crunchy sugar topping, a moist tender crumb and bits of delicious strawberries in every bite, these high-domed Fresh Strawberry Buttermilk Muffins are a no-fail hit, every time! "Oh my!" I just said that out loud, although no one's at home at the present moment. Let me explain why I'm talking to myself (I think you probably would too in this circumstance). I made these Fresh ...
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Let’s Celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Our favorite Mexican inspired recipes, perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo at home. Everyone will love these fresh and delicious recipes! We've made it to May (yay!) and Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner. While every day feels the same right now, it's the perfect time to celebrate with some spectacular "South-of-the-Border" foods. From salsas to salads to main course options, we've got ...
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More Things You Can Make Yourself
More recipes you can make yourself! Instead of buying ready-made things from the store, try these easy homemade versions. Even more favorite recipes to try making at home. Check out Part One here, if you missed it. These homemade versions are way better than store bought. There's homemade flour tortillas, granola, jam, and more! All things I'm sure you normally buy at the store but will be so ...
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Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps
Looking to eat a little lighter and leaner? These Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps are easy, healthy and so delicious! The meatballs also make a fabulous appetizer that will disappear in the blink of an eye! A recipe from the New York Times Cooking for Korean Barbecue Style Meatballs came through my email recently. The picture was so enticing I quickly clicked the link. But when the reviews reported ...
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Ridiculously Easy Fresh Strawberry Scones
The first bite of these Ridiculously Easy Fresh Strawberry Scones will have you smitten! They're melt-in-your-mouth tender, studded with sweet strawberries and have a delicious lemon glaze. Yikes! In the midst of all that's been happening lately (or not happening) I almost forgot about strawberry season! I was reminded by a friend in Raleigh who shared that she'd picked strawberries this past ...
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Make it Yourself!
Recipes you can make at home, instead of buying from the store. From jelly to salad dressing to crackers, you will love these homemade versions of your favorite foods! Normally I would just run to the store and buy what I need for a recipe that sounds good. But with these times of staying home, we've all had to get more creative. I needed hummus the other day, and normally I would buy a local ...
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Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls
With lots of delicious, vibrant flavor, juicy, tender chicken and a boatload of fresh healthy veggies, these Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls take the humble chicken breast from ordinary to super extraordinary! If you're feeling a little "meh" about chicken right now, these Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls will turn your chicken world upside down! Although we have a ton of favorite recipes in The ...
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Mango Jalapeño Pepper Jelly
This sweet, spicy Mango Jalapeño Pepper Jelly makes a lovely gift and is a fabulous appetizer served with crackers and spooned over goat or cream cheese. Check out our post for so many other ways to use it! There's nothing like a perfectly ripe mango with its deep golden hue, creamy, velvety texture and delicious, sweet-as-honey flavor. We love to eat them as a snack, in salads, with yogurt, in ...
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Our Favorite Cookie Recipes
Our favorite cookie recipes for your baking pleasure. These recipes include old family favorites and new creations too! As far as baking projects go, we've covered yeast bread, quick breads, and baking projects. Today is all about cookies! From chocolate to peanut butter, to lemon, to ginger, if you're craving cookies this post is for you. These recipes are mostly one-bowl, no-mixer recipes and ...
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