BEEF

Mom’s Swedish Meatballs Recipe

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This recipe calls for consomme which has a stronger flavor than regular beef broth. If you cannot find consomme, beef broth may be substituted. It will still taste great. Mom’s original recipe calls for dried parsley, too. Occasionally, when I make this recipe, I add a pinch of rubbed sage. I believe Mom may have […]

BEEF

Easy Baked Meatballs

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These oven-baked meatballs are fast and easy to prepare and very kid-friendly. You can serve them with pasta and spaghetti sauce or just eat them with ketchup. What to serve with Meatballs Pasta! I mean, is there a more iconic pairing than spaghetti and meatballs?! We love serving them with simple spaghetti fra diavolo, quick and […]

SALAD

BLT PASTA SALAD

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BLT Pasta Salad has bow-tie pasta, bacon, lettuce, and tomato with a creamy ranch dressing. This salad is great for potlucks, BBQs, and get togethers! BLT PASTA SALAD When I asked you guys on Instagram whether you wanted to see this BLT Pasta Salad or The Best Pancakes Ever recipe, the response was an overwhelming vote for this BLT Pasta Salad. […]

SALAD

Summer Garden Detox Salad

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Monday just gave me a knowing wink, then passed me a giant serving of this summer detox salad. I’m not sure who cued Mr. Monday into my Friday night bar bill, showed him the recycling bin after Saturday’s excursion on the lake (I promise I shared that six-pack and guac!), or mentioned Sunday night’s barbecue bonanza (kudos […]

DESSERT

No Bake, Hot Fudge Brownie Cheesecake

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This cheesecake is so easy it’s almost fool-proof, and it’s so decadently dreamy that eating it outta be a sin. Thankfully for all of us, it’s not! A thick and chewy brownie crust is topped with rich, creamy chocolate cheesecake studded with milk chocolate chips. No baking is required, and once it’s set it’s topped […]

DESSERT

Vanilla Custard Magic Bars

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Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake -Here’s a wonderful dessert that will make you swoon with each lovely, vanilla bite! The cake I’m raving about is Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake. It is creamy, yet cake-like and it literally makes your taste-buds do the happy dance and sing.Ingredients 2 cups warm milk 1 1/4 cups powdered […]

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FRIED POTATOES AND ONIONS

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INGREDIENTS: Enough peanut oil to wet the entire bottom of your pan2 tbs unsalted sweet cream butter1 lb Idaho Russet or Red potatoes (I like Reds – but that is just a personal preference)Salted water½ medium sized sweet onion like VidaliaSalt and Pepper to tasteGarnish with paprika and fresh basil INSTRUCTIONS: Place a heavy 9” […]

DESSERT

BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM MINI-CHEESECAKES

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Ingredients For the crust:16 whole Oreo, finely ground in food processor3 tablespoons melted butter For the filling:16 oz (2-8-oz pkg) cream cheese1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1 1/3 cups sour cream3 Tablespoons Bailey’s Irish Cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly For the ganache glaze:4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped1/2 cup heavy cream2 […]