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Maple Balsamic Chicken Breasts and Veggies

Balsamic is my secret ingredient! And Iโ€™m letting you in on it here. Youโ€™re going to love it as much as I do when you try these balsamic chicken breasts.

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Homemade Smoked Mac and Cheese

Craving rich, smoked mac n cheese? Iโ€™ve got you coveredโ€”with or without a smoker! My smoked mac and cheese recipe uses browned butter and a secret ingredient

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How to Make Pizza Sauce | Best Pizza Sauce

This is the Best Pizza Sauce recipe, and it is so easy! The tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes make your taste buds sing. I even have a secret to cut the

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Heirloom Tomato Pie

This delicious Heirloom Tomato Pie recipe features caramelized onions, goat cheese, fresh basil and bacon! A hearty appetizer, perfect for summer entertaining,

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Healthy Recipes for College Students! Perfect for any college student, not just the foodie but any young person just starting out. Many easy, delicious and

Raspberry glazed salmon on a bed of couscous with lemon.

Easy Baked Glazed Salmon Recipe

This easy Baked Glazed Salmon recipe delivers restaurant-style flavor with just 3 simple ingredients! A sweet and savory soy-glazed salmon that comes together

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Skillet Shepherd’s Pie (No Bake Shepherd’s Pie)

The perfect comfort food for your family: Classic Skillet Shepherd's Pie (or Cottage Pie) made with ground beef or lamb, topped with a creamy mashed potato

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3 Ingredient Sausage Dip

3 ingredient sausage cream cheese dip is wildly delicious and with just 3 steps, crazy easy! A fast and hearty appetizer great for game day parties! Plus you

Healthy Cheeseburger Soup in a brown bowl with a rustic spoon leaning against the handle, on a wooden tray with pretzel roll and pickle spears

Healthy Cheeseburger Soup (Crockpot or Stovetop)

Healthy Cheeseburger soup is filled with your favorite burger ingredients! Seasoned ground beef, caramelized onions, peppers, rich chopped tomatoes and beef

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Turkey Divan Recipe (or chicken)

This best turkey divan recipe uses leftover turkey or chicken. It is creamy, flavorful, with bright pops of broccoli and topped with either a crispy, buttery

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Easy Thanksgiving Ideas for 2021

It has been a strange year for sure! Let's dive in and I will show you how to celebrate Thanksgiving in 2021 making it the best ever!! A time of giving thanks,

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Best Instant Pot Turkey Breast Recipe

This holiday season (or anytime turkey cravings hit) make this Instant Pot turkey breast recipe! Crazy juicy, simple, so flavorful; this roasted turkey breast

Caprese BLT Sandwich on white plate, cut in half with one half standing on side, bacon lettuce, tomato, mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze, with pink napkin and red tomato in background.

Caprese BLT Sandwich

The ultimate summertime sandwich! With the seasons best; juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, mozzarella, sweet basil, a drizzle of balsamic glaze and of course

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Sloppy Joe Recipe with Brown Sugar

These Homemade Sloppy Joes are anything but ordinary! With a thicker, heartier filling and the smoky addition of bacon, this recipe takes the classic Sloppy Joe

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Salsa and Cream Cheese Chicken (Crockpot or Instant Pot)

This healthier Salsa and Cream Cheese Chicken is made in the Instant Pot or slow cooker with better-for-you ingredientsโ€”a Mexican chicken; perfect for meal

Antipasto Pasta Salad with oodles of veggies, meats and pasta tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette.

Best Antipasto Pasta Salad

An Antipasto Pasta Salad bursting with bold flavorsโ€”hunks of cheese, pepperoni, salami, olives, peppers, artichoke hearts, and more. All tossed in a rich, tangy

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