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Thanksgiving

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

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What can be better than a hot bowl of Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup on a chilly Fall day? Ok, maybe a weekend, plus this savory soup, plus a crisp and colorful fall day. And to couple it with some pillow-soft and fresh Homemade French Bread is so satisfying, you will simply want another. It’s one…

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins (Video)

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These Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins are a must-bake fall treat! They are super moist, pillowy soft, fluffy, swirled with cheesecake batter, topped with pumpkin seeds and a burst of the fall flavor. It’s hard not to reach out for a second! The BEST pumpkin muffins ever! If you’ve followed me for a while you know that…

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Homemade French Bread

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This Homemade French Bread is an all-time family favorite at my house, no matter how you slice it! And when things are either homemade or made with homegrown ingredients, it’s bound to be a winner. I’ve been making this tasty bread for many years now and it’s proven to be one of the best. It’s…

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Healthier Homemade Carrot Cake

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This Healthier Homemade Carrot Cake recipe is my very own made-up recipe; a baker’s creation. I made it several times to tweak the ingredients to get it on the healthier side, and still be delicious enough for kids to love. It’s not an easy balance, but it’s important. My kids absolutely love it. The Greek…

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Butternut Squash Pasta Salad Recipe

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This make-ahead and crowd-pleasing Butternut Squash Pasta Salad side dish is another gem in a Thanksgiving spread. Or any gathering, really. Organic pasta tossed with fresh broccoli, cauliflower, roasted butternut squash and dressed with homemade ranch makes this salad taste absolutely incredible! There is so much variety when it comes to pasta salads. You can…

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Best Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe

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Fall is here, folks! And so is warm comfort food. What can be cozier, hearty, and comforting than a hot bowl of Best Instant Pot Beef Stew on a cold Fall season day to go along with broiled cheese sandwiches? This mouth-watering richness is delicious, savory and loaded with vegetables. It has a slightly thick…

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Pumpkin Tiramisu Cake Recipe

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Who’s enjoying the pumpkin season? Here is another tasty pumpkin recipe for you’ll to adore! This Pumpkin Tiramisu Cake Recipe is the perfect segue into the colorful Fall season and all its delicious flavors! It is not overly sweet but is very fluffy, moist and delicious. It’s perfect for this time of the year because…

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