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styled shot of Peach Lemonade in two glasses with a glass pitcher in the background and whole peaches spread around on a cloth napkin, shot from the front

Peach Lemonade

drinks· Easter· Summertime Favorites

Peach Lemonade – Homemade lemonade is taken to a new level with the addition of fresh peaches. It will be your new favorite summer drink! I am on a roll with these drink recipes, guys! Today’s Peach Lemonade marks my third drink recipe in the last couple months. Do you remember the others? First, I shared this Homemade Grapefruit Soda and…
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Oreo Chocolate Chip Cookies sprinkled with crushed oreo cookies on a counter with a cloth napkin next to it, shot from overhead

Oreo Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· dessert

Oreo Chocolate Chip Cookies – Classic chocolate chip cookies are mixed with crushed Oreos to make for a mega cookie that is screaming to be dunked in a glass of milk. And just like that, we’ve reached a new month! I cannot believe we’re already into June. Time is flying by – which means this baby is that much closer…
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styled shot of Salted Caramel Apple Pie Parfaits with a pan of pie and a can of whipped cream behind it

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Parfaits

dessert· Fall Flavors· pie· Summertime Favorites

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Conagra Brands. All opinions are mine alone. #StarsofSummer #CollectiveBias Salted Caramel Apple Pie Parfaits – A super simple treat to make for all your summer parties that is sure to impress! Simply layer Marie Callender’s® Dutch Apple Pie, Reddi–wip®, and salted caramel sauce in individual cups and serve immediately.  Another…
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a stack of Ham & Cheese Croquettes on a platter sprinkled with chives and cheese, shot from the front

Ham & Cheese Croquettes (Croquetas)

appetizer· Easter· snacks· Tailgating Recipes

Ham & Cheese Croquettes – Dumplings filled with rich prosciutto ham and manchego cheese are rolled in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection to make for one of the best appetizers you’ll ever have A couple years ago, my husband and I had an incredible time visiting some of my family in Madrid, Spain. Not only did he get to know…
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Asian Steak Skewers on a platter sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions, shot from the front

Asian Steak Skewers

beef entrees· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes

Asian Steak Skewers – Tender sirloin is marinated in Asian flavors and skewered with red onion and red pepper before it’s grilled to perfection! Happy Memorial Day! I am so thankful for the sacrifices made by so many so I can live a life full of freedom and I am happy we get to honor them today. Hopefully most of…
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a casserole dish with everything bagel breakfast casserole on top of a coaster on a cloth napkin with a spoon next to it, shot from overhead

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

breakfast· breakfast casseroles

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole – A hearty and rich breakfast casserole made with super flavorful everything bagels, Gruyere cheese, and crispy bacon. I know Memorial Day is coming up this weekend and I probably should be posting about grilling recipes, festive red, white, blue recipes, or refreshing salads. However, I have been sitting on this breakfast recipe wayyy too long…
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slices of Reese's Crispy Cereal Bars on parchment paper with reeses pieces candy sprinkled around them, shot from overhead

Reese’s Crispy Cereal Bars

bars and brownies· candy· dessert· snacks

Reese’s Crispy Cereal Bars – You’re average rice crispy treats are getting a makeover thanks to lots of peanut butter and chocolate. Made only with Reese’s Puffs cereal, Reese’s Pieces, marshmallows and butter, this will be your new favorite afternoon treat! If you’ve been following this blog regularly, you know how I feel about peanut butter and chocolate. This duo…
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