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Homemade Pizza Sauce

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Making pizza sauce from scratch is simpler than it might seem. You don’t need any fancy ingredients or even very much time. My easy pizza sauce recipe calls for 8 pantry staples and comes together in 5 minutes—no cooking required! I could be bias…

Roasted Delicata Squash

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Roasted Delicata Squash with toasted almonds, sweetened with maple syrup and seasoned with sage and paprika, makes a perfect fall side dish. Roasted Delicata Squash Delicata squash is one of my favorite winter squashes, and when it’s in season, you’ll …

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

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I have always loved cottage cheese, even before it was trendy. I love eating it with fruit for a healthy snack or using it to make whipped cottage cheese to eat with veggies and crackers. I also love using it to make homemade ranch dip and PASTA SAUCE!…

Homemade Pizza Dough

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Homemade pizza dough is the secret to great homemade pizza. If you’re new to working with yeast, the idea of making your own pizza dough might be intimidating, but I think you’ll find that it’s really simple. Anyone can master it! I&#…

Pretzel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

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I LOVE cookies, they are my FAVORITE dessert. I love the classics like peanut butter cookies, sugar cookies, oatmeal cookies, and of course chocolate chip cookies. I also love creating new cookie recipes. My brown butter salted caramel snickerdoodles a…

25 Easy Vegetable Side Dishes

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Vegetable side dishes are often my favorite part of dinner. No offense to the main course, but I find that vegetable side dishes are what make the meal fun. They add a pop of color, fresh flavor, and variety to the table. Even basic roasted broccoli is…

Apple Fritters

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Fresh apples and cinnamon are the stars of the show along with airy fried dough all covered in a sweet glaze for everyone’s favorite apple fritter recipe.

Stuffed Peppers

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Stuffed peppers always make a satisfying and delicious meal. There are several versions of stuffed bell peppers out there, but we are keeping things classic here! You can’t go wrong with a classic. Sweet bell peppers are stuffed with a savory mix…

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

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Tortilla soup is one of my favorite foods. Not just one of my favorite soups (though of course it is), but one of my favorite foods in general. I love how the rich, flavorful broth contrasts with toppings like crunchy tortilla strips and creamy avocado…

Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Wraps

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I love roasted cauliflower and chickpeas together. My roasted cauliflower chickpea tacos are a blog favorite and this roasted cauliflower chickpea salad is so flavorful. I also love making these Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Wraps. The wraps have bold f…

Apple Crisp

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Let’s make apple crisp! I love this classic fall dessert because it’s easy, delicious, and full of the flavors of the season. Cinnamon, apples, and brown sugar? Yes, please! I’m sharing my favorite apple crisp recipe below. It feature…

Broccoli and Cheese Soup

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Quick & easy Broccoli Cheese Soup loaded with fresh broccoli and rich cheddar cheese. Ultra cheesy, creamy soup ready in 45 minutes for a comforting cozy meal.

Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins

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I am still trying to use up the garden zucchini, but I am also in the mood for fall, so I made Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins to merge my two favorite seasons together. Plus, I’ve already made a million chocolate zucchini bread loaves and lemon zucchin…

Soy Ginger Meatballs

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These Soy Ginger Meatballs are a delicious twist on traditional meatballs. The Asian-inspired meatballs are a flavorful and aromatic dish with a delicious balance of savory soy sauce, zesty ginger, garlic, and lime. The meatballs are tender and juicy, …

Homemade Applesauce

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This homemade applesauce recipe is a staple in our house year-round, but especially during apple season. It’s an easy way to use up a surplus of too-soft or overripe apples, and as it cooks, it fills your house with the aroma of fresh apples and …

Chocolate Chia Pudding

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Chia pudding is one of my favorite meal prep recipes to keep in the fridge for easy breakfasts or snacks. Not only is it delicious, but it’s packed with nutrients like fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein. When I am in the mood for a something…

Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Meet my best chocolate chip cookie recipe! These cookies are everything that I think chocolate chip cookies should be. They have a perfect soft and chewy texture. They’re PACKED with melty, gooey chocolate chips. And they’re easy to make wi…

Sweet and Salty Puppy Chow

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Puppy Chow, also known as Muddy Buddies, is a delicious and addictive snack that’s made with Chex cereal coated in a mixture of chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. I have been making puppy chow since I was a kid. It is a classic treat, …

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