Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwich Recipe

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Now that the weather has teased us with bits of spring for a couple of weeks, I’ve loved being outside as much as possible. Whether I’m outside playing with Ranger and Miss Annabelle or checking in on things around the farm, it really is my favorite place to be. So, I was thrilled to death Read More

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Jalapeno Popper Chicken Recipe

Jalapeno Popper Chicken Recipe | ©addapinch.com

Goodness gracious, y’all. This Jalapeno Popper Chicken is fabulous. And I mean FABULOUS!     If your family enjoys the flavors of Jalapeno Poppers or Jalapeno Popper Dip, then they will fall in love with this Jalapeno Popper Chicken recipe. Promise. Pin It

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How to Host a Cheese Judging Party

How to Host a Cheese Judging Party | ©addapinch.com

Hosting a Cheese Judging Party is a great way to spend time with friends while learning so much about cheese. A while back when I visited the Cracker Barrel headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, I was able to learn a few tips first hand from an acclaimed cheese judge, Virg. I knew the tips I learned Read More

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Beef Enchilada Recipe

Beef Enchilada Recipe | ©addapinch.com

A great Beef Enchilada Recipe really is hard to beat. Don’t you think?   And over the years, I have tried plenty. But, finally, when I made this beef enchilada recipe, I knew it was the final one for me. Pin It

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Spring Fling Entertaining with Cracker Barrel®

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As the weather warms up, we begin to invite more friends and family over for spontaneous afternoons to play and enjoy meals together. We seem to always gather around on our back porch, munching on appetizers while finishing up supper on the grill and watching the children run and play in the back yard. It Read More

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Parmesan Chive Biscuits Recipe

Parmesan Chive Biscuits Recipe | ©addapinch.com

Mercy me! These Parmesan Chive Biscuits are the stuff dreams are made of! And y’all know how much I love, love, love biscuits!   And these Parmesan Chive Biscuits are absolutely perfect with so many dishes. The flavors from the Parmesan and chives aren’t too much, but lend these delicious little clouds of heaven the Read More

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Greek Salad Recipe

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A big Greek Salad has to be one of those salads that when I start craving it, there is just no way around making one.     Luckily for me, Greek salads couldn’t be any easier to make and are quicker to make than they are to drive to a restaurant and order one, most Read More

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Cheese Straws Recipe

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Cheese straws and the South just go hand-in-hand. Well, at least they always have in my family. My Mama has always made the most amazing cheese straws. I remember as a little girl sitting at the bar, perched up high on my bar stool as she’d use her cookie press to make long lines of Read More

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Pear Salad Recipe

Pear Salad Recipe | addapinch.com

This. Oh my goodness, this pear salad! I’m not sure who in the world ever came up with this fabulous combination, but I sure wish I could give them a hug!     I grew up with this family favorite appearing for Sunday lunches after church or suppers at my Grandparents’ house. It always had Read More

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Spring Cheese Pairings with Cracker Barrel Cheese

Honey Pecan Nectarine Cheddar Appetizers | addapinch.com

I was fortunate to travel to Chicago to visit Cracker Barrel last week as a brand ambassador and to learn as much as possible about what goes into making one of my favorite foods – cheese! We spent time learning the history of cheese, cheese making, cheese pairings with wines, beers, chocolates, herbs, and so, Read More

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Blackened Shrimp Salad Recipe

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Okay, so sometimes, I just really crave a salad. A big salad with a ton of flavor like this one with blackened shrimp.   So simple to make for a quick lunch or light supper and I’ve found a trick that really helps make salad type meals so much fun and gives everyone exactly what Read More

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Spinach Artichoke Bread Recipe

Spinach Artichoke Bread | addapinch.com

You know how I’ve been all about spinach artichoke lately? From the obvious dip to spinach artichoke chicken and just about everything in between? Well, the other day I threw this spinach artichoke bread together for a really simple supper and I have to tell you – I’m not looking back!     How could Read More

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Mushroom Risotto with Bacon and Peas Recipe

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Meals with my family are my favorite part of the day. Settling in around the table to learn about the happenings of each person’s day as we share a meal is truly a gift of love that I don’t take lightly. Let’s face it, life is just busy!       It seems the older Read More

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Squash Casserole Recipe

Squash Casserole | ©addapinch.com

Squash Casserole is a one of those recipes that you’ll find for nearly every holiday, reunion, or special occasion when my family gets together. To say that squash casserole is a staple family-favorite recipe would be a definite understatement, actually.     I’m sure if you’ve been to a southern family reunion anytime in your Read More

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Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe {Giveaway}

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Lettuce wraps have been a favorite quick-fix menu item that my husband and I have loved for years, but I was definitely inspired to make them again after watching last week’s quickfire challenge using iceberg lettuce on Top Chef.     Now, granted Sheldon’s lettuce wraps were definitely different from my own as he made Read More

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Chili Baked Potatoes Recipe

Chili Stuffed Baked Potatoes | addapinch.com

Oh my! These chili stuffed baked potatoes are deee-lish-us! And pretty perfect for the Super Bowl this weekend. But, I have to let you in on a little secret. We watch the Super Bowl for the commercials, well and as a great excuse to have a party and dig into all the delicious food. Do Read More

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Meatball Sliders Recipe

Meatball Sliders Recipe | addapinch.com

I can’t even begin to tell you how crazy good these meatball sliders are. Like seriously, over the top delicious.   And wouldn’t they be perfect for tailgating, couch-gating (heh!) or just throwing together on a random Wednesday night for supper? Yeah. They are. Especially if you are having a fun, laid back sort of Read More

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Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms | addapinch.com

Are you ready for this? Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms? Let me just tell you that you are. You really are.   I threw these together the other day in less than 15 minutes. Yep, 15 minutes. They set some sort of a pizza record in my house, too. Pin It

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Toasted Balsamic Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe

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I really can’t take much credit for these. They were actually my husband’s idea. I had made balsamic chicken for another purpose, but he came home from work for lunch and decided these were what he wanted.     We had all of the ingredients on hand since my son is now a bit obsessed Read More

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Baked Pasta with Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

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Mercy! How is it possible to love Baked Spaghetti or Baked Ziti more and more every single time you taste it?   Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve had it twice. Yes! You read that last sentence right. Twice in two weeks! What gives? You’d think as a food blogger, recipe developer, whatever-you-want-to-call-me-today-er, that Read More

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