Recipes
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Summer Dinner Party
An impromptu Summer Dinner Party doesn’t have to be stressful and make you feel like you’re losing your marbles. Now, I say that and I LOVE cooking and entertaining and throwing a party. But seriously, there’s no need to go crazy and feel like you can’t whip something up at a moment’s notice. All you need is about an hour and a half and you, too can throw a quick dinner for your friends! I quickly gathered a tray from our family room to corral things on the table. Cloth napkins (that weren’t even ironed – they looked casual and relaxed just the way the were), some bowls for the…
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Apple Crisp
Apple Crisp One of our favorite Fall activities is when we go apple picking as a family. It’s something everyone looks forward to each and every year. We always go to the same orchard, pick the same variety of apples, take the same pictures, eat the same cider donuts – you know – the things that make warm, lasting memories. You might say we’re big into traditions around here. Those are the things families will talk about long after we’re gone. Just like the memories my parents have from their childhood, my brother and I have from ours and my daughters have with my late husband and me. There’s nothing…
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Pumpkin Scones
A fresh from the oven pumpkin scone and a hot cup of coffee or tea on a Fall morning is the perfect pair. Now, you might be thinking, ‘Seriously, scones? Ew, they’re dry and crumbly and downright tasteless!’ Au contraire, mon frere! This recipe for Pumpkin Spice Scones is fabulous! We promise you won’t be disappointed. Happy Baking! PUMPKIN SCONES INGREDIENTS 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup light brown sugar packed 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 3 tablespoons milk 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Glaze 1 cup + 2 tablespoons powdered…
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Zucchini Bread
If you’ve found yourself up to your eyeballs with mounds of zucchini from your garden (trust us, we’ve been there), and your neighbors no longer answer the door when they see you coming with an armful of large green clubs, we’ve got you covered, friends. Now, prepare yourself for the title, Better Than Sex Chocolate Zucchini Bread. Okay, I’m gonna go out on a limb and say that’s an awfully bold statement to make about a vegetable-laden bread, but to each his own. Anyway, this chocolate zucchini bread is rich and decadent and no one will ever believe they are eating 4 cups of grated zucchini when you tell them. Hey, great way…
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Cheese Stars
Ever find yourself scrambling to come up with something new or different to bring to a Summer party? Here’s a great appetizer or snack recipe you can whip up in under an hour for your July 4th BBQ or Pool Party this weekend. It’s festive and delicious and you probably have all of the ingredients on hand!Isn’t it the BEST when you don’t have to run out for ingredients?! Parmesan Cheddar BasilCrackers 2.5 cups shredded Cheddar Cheese1.5 cups butter softened5 tablespoons half-and-half1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1.5 cups all-purpose flour1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil Preheat oven to 350° and line a couple of baking…
