Gumbo Recipe

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Gumbo. THIS gumbo. There are no two ways about it.  You need it in every way possible. I mentioned yesterday when I shared about making Blueberry Cobbler that my husband and I tried a few new recipes this past weekend. He was host for another Scout group at the hangar for a few activities and Read More

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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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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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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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Squash Casserole Recipe

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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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Meatball Soup Recipe

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What is it about Meatball Soup that just makes me feel better? A big bowl of it is like an instant pick me up on a rainy, yucky day when I have more laundry to do than I can shake a stick at.     Full of big, hearty meatballs, my meatball soup sticks to Read More

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One Pan Chicken with Thyme Biscuits Recipe

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When the days are cooler, I start thinking of heartier meals for supper. The other night, I threw together this one pan chicken with thyme biscuits dish. Oh my gracious was it amazing.     Even my pickiest little eater tried it without it throwing his nose completely out of joint. I’m thinking it had 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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Broccoli Slaw Recipe

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This broccoli slaw recipe is so simple and easy to throw together. I think you are going to love it.     I love recipes like that. The kind that you can quickly toss together and one that everyone loves. I served this broccoli slaw the other evening with my grilled chicken legs. The crunch Read More

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Chili Baked Potatoes Recipe

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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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Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup Recipe

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I love soup during the winter. Thick, hearty, comforting soup. Vegetable Soup has always been one of my favorites and this slow cooker version is about is easy as they come. Seriously. What could be easier than tossing all of the vegetables in the slow cooker, turning it on low and just going on about Read More

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Broccoli Recipe

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Okay, I have something to discuss today. A broccoli recipe for picky eaters. Well, at least the picky eaters that I know. Growing up, Mama would prepare a full meal most nights of the week that included a meat and a few vegetable dishes. Even though I was a picky eater at a young age, Read More

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Bacon and Mushroom Quiche Recipe

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Happy Sunday! If you haven’t already made brunch, I have something for you. This Bacon and Mushroom Quiche. Mercy! But, if you have, don’t worry. You can definitely have it for a light supper tonight or another night this week. It’ll be perfect. Quiche is actually one of my favorite simple suppers in the world. Read More

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Taco Salad Recipe

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I think I owe you this. Taco Salad that is.     Especially after that loaded smashed potato fiasco the other day. What was I thinking?! I know we’re all supposed to be eating salads, drinking smoothies, and gulping down a gallon of water. So this taco salad is my peace offering. I will admit, Read More

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Loaded Smashed Potatoes

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Is it okay to share these with you? I know we’re smack dab in the middle of working on our resolutions and all, but I really think you are going to love these Loaded Smashed Potatoes. And just because you look at them doesn’t mean you have to hurry into the kitchen and make them Read More

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Pulled Pork Enchilada Salad Recipe

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I’ve been craving this. So, finally since we’re well into the new year, I decided it just had to happen. And, by this, I mean Pulled Pork Enchilada Salad. Mercy! I do believe it is one of my favorite salads ever. After all of the holiday foods, this little kick of spice was just what Read More

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Deviled Egg Chef Salad Recipe

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Chef Salads come in all sizes and varieties, but there are always a few things they have in common – crisp greens, two types of meat – either ham, bacon, chicken, turkey, or another favorite, hard boiled eggs, vegetables, and cheese. And since this is a version of a chef salad that I love to Read More

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Coq au Vin Blanc Recipe

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Last week, we had the Stone side of our family over for supper to celebrate my mother-in-law’s birthday as well as for Little Buddy. (I know, his birthday has extended through the entire month of November. It is pretty ridiculous, but hey, you only have one a year.) In planning the menu for supper, I Read More

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Okay, you probably guessed these were coming, didn’t you? With my recent post on how to roast garlic, I feel sure you felt this headed your way. Well, now I’m going to get all bossy on you, too. Because, well, you really, really, really need to try these roasted garlic mashed potatoes.   Life just Read More

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Pot Roast Recipe

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By now, you’ve probably guessed how much my family loves roast beef. It makes a regular appearance at our supper table and as much as I love to make balsamic roast beef and Dr. Pepper roast beef, sometimes, we still like a more traditional pot roast with the trimmings.   A big pot roast filled Read More

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