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Peppermint Bark

November 25, 2022 by Debbie 19 Comments

Peppermint Bark is a Christmas candy with a layer of dark chocolate then creamy white chocolate . The top is dusted with refreshing minty candy canes, this is the taste Christmas . The one candy I look forward to every holiday season is peppermint bark. Once of my favorites is the one Ghirardelli makes but over the years it has gotten a little pricey. It occurred to me I could totally make this using their melting wafers. Let me be the first to tell you this is just as good and you get a big bag of this candy but a fraction of the cost . This candy would be perfect for gift giving or even a hostess gift for holiday parties. If you like this recipe give these Dark Chocolate Mint Cookies a try.

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Bread Machine Garlic Knots

October 29, 2022 by Debbie Leave a Comment

These bread machine garlic knots are extra soft and billowy. Slathered with a garlic butter these are a perfect to snack on dipping them in a marinara sauce or perfect along side your favorite soup. These go perfectly with my Pasta E Fagioli , you will even see that I was serving them with it in the photo. I know these are traditionally made with pizza dough but these are more like rolls and so good. I am from the south and we serve garlic knots with soups and pasta dishes. On a recent trip to the Northeast I got to sample garlic knots in New York and New Jersey . If I lived there I would eat Bagels , Garlic knots and Pizza on a regular basis. There is something special about all of the bread in the Northeast .

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Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies

October 16, 2022 by Debbie 22 Comments

These old fashioned Peanut Butter Cornflake cookies have 6 simple ingredients and come together quickly only using a microwave. These bring back sweet memories of my childhood, it seems like they were at every elementary school party we had. Since they are super simple to make and made with mostly pantry staples we made them often at home as well. Cornflake cookies and Rice Krispy Treats were the two things my mother loved ..Inexpensive to make and Easy. It was a win win all around.

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Creamy Mashed Potatoes

October 13, 2022 by Debbie Leave a Comment

These creamy mashed potatoes are super smooth and buttery. They super easy to make if you follow a few tips and tricks. I know how to make mashed potatoes is very controversial because everyone has their own method and tips. I have been a food photographer since 2015 and have made mashed potatoes many different ways . I have used golden potatoes , added cream cheese , warm the milk and butter, cream or half and half . I have also used a hand mixer , and potatoes mashed and my wire whisk on my kitchen aid. Using a Ricer is by far my favorite method . You will always have a lump free , fluffy mashed potato every time. These potatoes are easy enough for everyday but special enough to appear on your holiday table. If you like this recipe you will love these Mashed Sweet Potatoes.

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Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

October 3, 2022 by Debbie 14 Comments

These Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are soft and chewy and full of pumpkin spice. They are a spiced twist on the classic cookie , the only cookie you need this fall. This is honestly the best pumpkin cookie and may even convert non pumpkin lovers . There is nothing I don’t love about this cookie. It is soft and chewy , kissed with the right amount of pumpkin spice. Believe it or not I find most pumpkin cookies to be too cake like , but not this one . If you love pumpkin cookies check out these Chocolate Dipped Pumpkin cookies out .

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Snickerdoodle Apple Pie Bars

September 29, 2022 by Debbie 18 Comments

These Snickerdoodle Apple Pie Bars combine a cookie and pie so you have the best of both worlds. These are full of apples and cinnamon , they are the perfect fall dessert. These are super simple to make and are perfect for any fall event. The warm flavors of cinnamon go perfectly with the apples, one taste and you know fall has arrived. I don’t know about you but at my house we adore anything made with apples. If you love apples you need to check out my Apple fritters or my Cinnamon apple crisp .

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Taco Cheese Dip

September 19, 2022 by Debbie 2 Comments

This taco cheese dip is full of hearty meat , taco seasoning and zesty Rotel tomatoes. This is thrown together in minutes while the slow cooker does the magic . I adore anything made in a slow cooker because it makes my life so much easier. On Saturdays during football season our TV stays on college football all day long and there needs to be lots of snacks. I will make this big slow cooker full of cheese dip and My husband and three sons will snack on it all day. Win Win for me . If you like this recipe , check out my Corn Dip.

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Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches -Air Fryer

September 15, 2022 by Debbie Leave a Comment

These Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches crisp up in the air fryer holding in ham, turkey and cheese. Topped with powdered sugar it is the perfect savory and sweet combination. It is even better dipped in a little raspberry perseveres. This little sandwich is a play on my all time favorite thing I would get at Bennigans. Growing up in Louisiana I would tell people it was a beignet and sandwich combo. If you have ever had this at Bennigans , it a sandwich dipped in a batter and deep fried. Doing this in the air fryer is not only easier it is a little healthier , lol. I made these for football snacks but these are also good for a Breakfast or Brunch . If you like this recipe check out my Apple Fritters.

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Autumn Snack Mix

September 10, 2022 by Debbie 12 Comments

The Autumn snack mix has the perfect combination of sweet and salty that is kissed with a bit of cinnamon. The cinnamon flavored glaze is the perfect coating to give the fall feel . Let’s talk about candy corns, even if you hate them you will love this snack mix. You know autumn has arrived when candy corns pop up in the super markets and in my opinion life isn’t worth living without candy corns. This makes the perfect snack for fall parties , football game snacks or even Halloween favors . If you love snacks you have to check out these Air Fryer Ravioli.

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Apple Cider Bread

September 6, 2022 by Debbie Leave a Comment

This Apple Cider Bread is tender and full of warm cinnamon spices. It is not overly sweet and the sugary top is kissed with just enough sweetness , this will go perfect with your morning coffee. This bread is super simple to make and comes together quickly and smells of fall while in the oven . This is perfect served alone but even better with a smear of apple butter on it. If you love quick bread then you need to check out my Pumpkin Bread .

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