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Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
July 8, 2020
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Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos
July 7, 2020
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Mixed Berry Fruit Punch
July 1, 2020
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Coleslaw Recipe (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)
June 30, 2020
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Pico de Gallo
June 16, 2020
Always a crowd-pleaser, this pasta salad has won first place in several potluck contests.  Summer vegetables, tender pasta, salty cheese, and a mouthwatering zesty dressing! #pastasalad #potluck #bbq #italian #greek #mediterranean #pasta, #salad #makeaheadrecipe #easyrecipe

Ultimate Pasta Salad
May 20, 2020
Homemade Classic Margarita recipe using just 4 simple ingredients.  You'll want to ditch that bottle of mix in no time.  This tequila cocktail is the perfect summer drink! #margaritas #tequila #lime #fresh #drink #cocktail #summer #cincodemayo

Classic Margaritas
April 29, 2020
Made entirely in one pan, this Cheesy Southwest Chicken and Rice is bursting with powerful flavors, and ready in 45 minutes or less!  Plus plenty of prep-ahead tips to cut down on cooking time! #chicken #rice #southwest #mexican #fajita #onepan #onepot #easyrecipe #dinner #cooking

Southwest Chicken and Rice
April 28, 2020
These Brown Sugar and Bacon Baked Beans are the perfect blend of sweet, savory and smoky! Topped with delicious bacon, they're always a hit, and are SO easy to make! #bakedbeans #beans #baked #bacon #brownsugar #potluck #bbq #summer #cookout #easyrecipe

Easy Baked Beans
April 27, 2020
Smooth and silky queso dip, made using NO velveeta!  Packed with flavor, yet so easy to make, and party ready in just 20 minutes! #queso #dip #cheese #mexican #appetizer #party #cincodemayo #easyrecipe

Queso Dip Recipe
April 21, 2020
The best salsa verde is made with roasted tomatillos, peppers, onion and garlic! Smoky, a little spicy, slightly sweet, and perfect with salty chips.  Great for Cinco de Mayo, potlucks, enchiladas and more! #salsa #salsaverde #roasted #tomatillo #cincodemayo #chipsandsalsa #mexican #fiesta

Roasted Salsa Verde
April 8, 2020
The best Creamy Lemon Bars have an easy shortbread crust and a layer of thick and creamy lemon filling. Perfectly tangy and sweet - such a classic dessert recipe that anyone can make! #lemonbars #lemonsquares #lemon #citrus #bars #dessert #baking #dessertrecipe #easyrecipe #spring

Creamy Lemon Bar Recipe
April 6, 2020
Tender shredded chicken, smothered in the most mouthwatering Mexican sauce made from salsa, green chiles, tomatoes and plenty of bold spices!  Perfect pantry meal, and can be used for so many things (tacos, enchiladas, etc). #chicken #mexican #salsa #shredded #instantpot #pressurecooker #slowcooker #crockpot #cincodemayo #taconight

Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
March 31, 2020
Crisp tender brussels sprouts baked in a rich and creamy cheese sauce, and topped with crispy bacon. This is the perfect holiday side dish recipe! #brusselssprouts #brussels #sidedish #easyrecipe #baked #gratin #cheesy #bacon #holiday #lowcarb #keto

Brussels Sprouts Gratin
March 30, 2020
This copycat Honey Baked Ham is juicy and tender, with the most amazing crispy sweet glaze!  Made with honey, sugar, and mouthwatering spices, you'll be amazed at how easy it is to make this ham at home and save a TON of money! #holiday #easter #ham #copycatrecipe #hamrecipe #dinner #honeybaked #spiralham 

Copycat Honey Baked Ham Recipe
March 25, 2020
This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is ultra creamy and rich with a velvety smooth sauce!  Ready in about 20 minutes, it's perfect for a busy night and always a family favorite! #macandcheese #comfortfood #macaroni #cheese #instantpot #pressurecooker #sidedish #comfortfood #holidayfood

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
March 23, 2020
This peach cobbler is made with cinnamon sugared peaches, topped with a buttery shortbread-like topping, then baked to bubbly perfection!  Made with fresh, frozen or canned peaches, it's the perfect summer dessert recipe! #cobbler #peach #dessert #dessertrecipe #summer #peaches #southern #easydessert #easyrecipe

Homemade Peach Cobbler (Bourbon Spiked)
March 18, 2020
Classic roasted carrots recipe, perfectly tender and lightly caramelized, then tossed with a honey and browned butter sauce!  Great as a holiday side dish!! #carrots #roasted #vegetable #veggies #holiday #easter #thanksgiving #easyrecipe #sidedish

Honey Butter Roasted Carrots
March 11, 2020
The ultimate broccoli salad is made with crunchy almonds, bacon, sunflower seeds, tart cranberries, and a creamy citrus poppyseed dressing!  Perfect make-ahead holiday side dish recipe! #sidedish #broccoli #salad #easter #memorialday #summer #easyrecipe #makeahead

Broccoli Salad Recipe
March 9, 2020
Irish Coffee is made with black coffee, Irish whiskey, Baileys, and brown sugar.  Classic Irish coffee, with an Irish cream twist – perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or an after dinner cocktail! #coffee, #Irish, #StPatricksDay #irishcoffee #baileys #whiskey #boozycoffee #cream #irishcream

Irish Coffee with Boozy Whipped Cream
March 1, 2020
Moist and rich chocolate cupcakes baked with Guinness beer, topped with a silky Irish cream frosting, and drizzled with an Irish cream chocolate sauce! #chocolate #cupcakes #stpatricksday #stpattysday #baking #dessertrecipe #guinness #irishcream

Guinness Chocolate Cupcakes
February 17, 2020
Whip up this sweet croissant breakfast casserole the night before, let it sit overnight, then bake it to crispy yet creamy perfection. Drizzle it with vanilla bean glaze and prepare to fall in love! #holiday #breakfast #easter #mothersday #overnight #breakfastbake #croissant #breakfastrecipe #easyrecipe #makeahead

Sweet Croissant Breakfast Casserole
February 9, 2020
This Guinness beef stew is the only comfort food you’ll need this winter! Rich gravy-like sauce, tender veggies and beef that literally melts in your mouth! #beefstew #irish #stpatricksday #stew #beef #guinness #coffee #slowcooker #crockpot #instantpot #pressurecooker

Guinness Beef Stew
February 5, 2020
These Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies are made using just 4 simple ingredients, and are on the cooling rack in 20 minutes - including prep time!  Great for Valentine's Day or when you need a quick dessert. #redvelvet #cakemix #cookies #baking #dessert #dessertrecipe #easyrecipe #valentinesday

Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
February 3, 2020

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