Pumpkin Graham Cracker Mummies Halloween Treats

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Scare up some Halloween fun with homemade graham crackers, lightly flavored with pumpkin and spices, decorated with royal icing and black candy chips. Happy Halloween! For months I’ve been sharing snacks I made for my son Liam’s daycare Snack Share. Now that he’s moved into the transitional preschool room, parents still take turns sending snacks … Read more

3-Ingredient Gluten-Free Flour Blend You Can Make at Home

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One of the simplest (only three ingredients) and most affordable gluten-free flour blends you can make at home. This all-purpose mix is ideal for baking in larger batches and works well in most recipes. I substitute it 1:1 for regular wheat flour and it consistently gives excellent results. This post contains affiliate links. Why I … Read more

Host a Memorable Virtual Dinner Party: Planning, Games & Menus

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We’re in the middle of winter and still navigating life during a pandemic, and many of us are craving social connection. While gathering in person for a dinner isn’t always possible, a virtual dinner party is a wonderful way to share a meal and conversation with friends and family from afar. I hosted a virtual … Read more

Cappuccino Crème Brûlée with Chocolate Drizzle

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If you enjoy coffee-forward desserts, this Cappuccino Crème Brûlée is a must-try. It pairs a silky baked custard with bold espresso flavor and a thin layer of smooth chocolate for an elegant, make-ahead dessert that feels restaurant-quality but is simple to prepare at home. Ideal for holidays, dinner parties, brunch, or a cozy date night, … Read more

Creamy Slow-Cooker Beef Queso Dip for Game Day

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Slow cooker beef queso dip is a creamy, cheesy, and savory crowd-pleaser. Ideal for potlucks, game day, or a weeknight snack, this low-carb, keto-friendly dip is simple to prepare and irresistible. Instructions for making it in an Instant Pot are included as well. Table of Contents Ingredients For Beef Queso Dip How To Make Queso … Read more

Clear and Concise: Writing Tips for Simple, Powerful Prose

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Happy weekend! Hi friends — AnnMarie here with this week’s roundup. The weather in North Carolina has been unpredictable. Last week felt like winter, and this week feels like summer: sunny and in the 80s. We’re loving it, though spring pollen has coated everything in a fine yellow dust. How’s the weather where you are? … Read more

Whole30 Sheet-Pan Fish Fajitas | Paleo & Gluten-Free Recipe

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Sheet pan Paleo dinners are my go-to for busy weeknights. This Whole30 sheet pan fish fajitas recipe is fast and simple, ready in under 30 minutes. Tender, seasoned cod bakes alongside peppers and onions, and you can serve it over cauliflower rice, in lettuce cups, or as taco bowls. Sheet pan Whole30 meals make dinner … Read more

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe — Creamy, Spicy Party Dip

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game day, parties, or potlucks. Made with chicken breasts, cream cheese, shredded cheeses, ranch, and hot sauce, this version cooks the chicken in an electric pressure cooker for quick shredding and easy assembly. Cooking the chicken in the Instant Pot is faster than starting … Read more

Instant Pot Sausage and Spinach Soup — Zuppa Toscana Recipe

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Months ago I had a craving for that famous chain restaurant soup everyone raves about, Zuppa Toscana. Living in New York with great Italian options, I expected a rich, comforting bowl — but what I got was underseasoned meat and limp vegetables in thin broth. It left me determined to make a version that actually … Read more

Sicilian Eggplant Caponata Recipe: Sweet-Sour Mediterranean Relish

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Eggplant Caponata is a classic Italian dish that’s simple to prepare and full of flavor. Chunks of eggplant combine with tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, capers and fresh basil for a dish that works as a dip, a bruschetta topping, a side, or a sauce for grilled meat or fish.This caponata is a summer staple in … Read more