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Cucumber Salad
Veggie

Cucumber Salad

My grandmother has been making this recipe for years. It's a staple at our house - Nate even likes to take it for lunch. I never seem to be able to make enough.

  • Alexis
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Hungarian dip
Appetizer

Hungarian dip

When you go to my grandmother's house, it's an easy bet that this dip is in her fridge. I didn't know how easy it was to make until she shared the recipe with

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Best Banana Muffins
Breads

Best Banana Muffins

These muffins have become a family favorite. I have made these 3 times in the last couple weeks and finally got a picture before we ate them all! Ingredients 3-4 bananas, mashed (preferably

  • Alexis
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Instant Pot (or Stock Pot) Cauliflower Soup

Instant Pot (or Stock Pot) Cauliflower Soup

So, I haven't gotten any new kitchen gadgets in awhile. But all this talk about the quick cooking you can do in an Instant Pot, I decided to try it out. I've been

  • Alexis
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Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Veggie

Bacon Brussel Sprouts

Well, brussel sprouts are not a vegetable I've had often.  But, my friend Vicki recommended making them with bacon.  Everything is better with bacon, right?   Here is my take on her recipe! Ingredients

  • Alexis
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Dilly Dip
Veggie

Dilly Dip

We eat raw veggies with almost every meal.  I created this dip with just a few ingredients that I can throw together quickly! Ingredients 8 oz sour cream 2 tsp dried dill 1

  • Alexis
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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
Breads

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Well, seems like we are enjoying these quick breads.  This one is yummy, with the nice crunch of cinnamon sugar on top! Ingredients 4 over-ripe bananas, smashed 1/2 cup butter, melted 3/

  • Alexis
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Zucchini Carrot Bread
Breads

Zucchini Carrot Bread

Well, my kids request this all the time.  It is the snack of choice to take to school.  I love that it is full of veggies! Ingredients 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup

  • Alexis
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Potato Skins
Veggie

Potato Skins

I think I found a great, easy potato skin recipe!  We just love these!  They were great on Super Bowl Sunday!! Ingredients 6-8 small/medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes Grapeseed oil salt

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Yummy Kale Chips
Veggie

Yummy Kale Chips

I think I have figured it out!  Perfect Kale chips!  We love them, and even my kids (especially Rachel who is 1), eats them up! Ingredients 1 bunch kale (or bagged, chopped kale)

  • Alexis
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Garlic Ginger Soy Turkey Tenderloin and Roasted Veggies
Veggie

Garlic Ginger Soy Turkey Tenderloin and Roasted Veggies

Ingredients 1 turkey tenderloin (come 2 to a package) or small pork tenderloin 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar, divided 4 tsp soy sauce 1 tsp minced fresh ginger 1 1/2 tsp

  • Alexis
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Slow Cooker Potato Soup
Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Well, winter makes me want soup, even if we are having a warm spell of the 70s this week!  Here is a super easy one, that used up lots of my staples! Ingredients

  • Alexis
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Swiss Chicken Casserole
Chicken

Swiss Chicken Casserole

Our friends the made this for us when Nate was born!  I loved it!  And my friend put it on her blog, so here is my take!  And Nate and I took it

  • Alexis
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slow cooker meatballs...
Appetizer

slow cooker meatballs...

Want a yummy appetizer?  and super easy?  people have told me that they come to our halloween party just for these!  delicious!! Ingredients 2-3 lbs precooked meatballs, thawed (smaller size better, from Sam's

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individual spinach quiche cups
Eggs

individual spinach quiche cups

My rosary mom's group came over a couple weeks ago.  I wanted to make something that was yummy and healthy.  Found , make a few tweaks, and here it is! Ingredients 1 tbsp olive

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Slow Cooker Shiner Bock Pot Roast Dip Sandwiches
Main Dish

Slow Cooker Shiner Bock Pot Roast Dip Sandwiches

Okay, big title.  But super easy dish...and I probably think you have most of the items on hand!  I made this for a friend who just had twins.  Even though I had

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Veggie

dry, white carrots...

Okay, maybe it only happens to me...but when I buy precut carrots, they seem to turn white, very quickly! Found an easy and quick solution - put them in water!  Put carrots

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Garlic Lime chicken
Main Dish

Garlic Lime chicken

When I first made this, Ryan immediately asked me to put it in the family cookbook.  I usually make a batch of the spice rub and keep it on hand!  Great quick dinner!

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Blueberry Peach Cobbler
Dessert

Blueberry Peach Cobbler

Okay, this is super yummy!!  Delicious!  Seriously, it has happened that we made this 3 times in one week.  And if it not summer, feel free to use frozen fruit to make this!

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Texas Caviar...
Appetizer

Texas Caviar...

this is a staple.  I bring it to potlucks all the time!  We just love it!  Great with tortilla chips, especially "scoops".  It makes lots...but is easily doubled for big

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Black Bean Tortilla Pie
Main Dish

Black Bean Tortilla Pie

I've been wanting to make this recipe for awhile.  But, I don't have a springform (cheesecake) pan.  My good friend Rachel lent me hers, so here it is.  We had this tonight and

  • Alexis
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Spinach Bacon Pasta
Pork

Spinach Bacon Pasta

Well, the spinach in my garden is growing great!  I've had my fill of quiche for a bit, so I was looking for another recipe.  Here is a good one that I morphed

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Irish Soda Bread Wedges
Breads

Irish Soda Bread Wedges

I'm really enjoying making quick breads.  They are super easy, and Ry really likes them!  I got this recipe from Erin at .  I won one of her cookbooks, and have loved trying her

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Slow Cooker Beef Stew...
Beef

Slow Cooker Beef Stew...

I've been looking for a good beef stew recipe...and one that uses my crock pot!  I felt it was the most Irish thing I could make on St. Patrick's Day, and even

  • Alexis
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no posts?

Okay, I think I've been in a slump lately...seems like all my new recipes are not turning out how I have hoped!  ugh!!  and the camera isn't working, so double ugh! I

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