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This slow cooker pork roast with applesauce and vegetables is a very easy recipe that tastes just amazing. The pork has a sweet rosemary mustard sauce that compliments the applesauce beautifully for a wonderful fall meal. Ahh…the wonders of crock pot recipes. No other kitchen appliance can make a dinner with hardly any preparation at …

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This teriyaki chicken with vegetables is an Asian inspired dish that I love to make at home. It’s one of my favorite 30 minute meals! This tasty dish is one of my favorite one pot meals. Other than the rice, everything comes together in one pan to give great layers of flavor to the recipe. …

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This one pot balsamic chicken recipe is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. Tender and juicy chicken is flavored with a tasty balsamic sauce that brings the vegetable to life. And even better, this delicious chicken recipe is a one pan meal, as well! We are all busy and most of us don’t have …

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This post will help with roast vegetable cooking times and give you some tips for perfect oven roasted vegetables every time. Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and is a great way to get kids to eat veggies.  It’s also an easy form of meal preparation, since all you have to do is cut …

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This baked garlic Parmesan chicken recipe is a sheet pan meal that is super easy to prepare and tastes amazing.  The chicken is crispy and so tender. The recipe is full of flavor and perfect for a family dinner for busy week nights. I love making sheet pan dinners. There is something about tossing everything …

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The best mashed potatoes are fluffy but not too airy, seasoned perfectly, lump free, and have just the right amount of butter. These cooking tips will show you how to make the perfect mashed potatoes every time. Nothing says comfort food to me like a bowl of creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes. Combining this delicious …

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The comforting feeling of a big bowl of soup is something that few other recipes can deliver. This vegan butternut squash soup recipe is a remake of my non-vegan version of this soup. My husband and daughter love soups, so I am always on the lookout for a new soup recipe. Since we also all …

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This recipe for roux shows how to do a white roux, step by step. It also gives suggestions for making a blonde, brown and Creole roux, as well. A basic roux starts with butter and fat of some sort. The traditional recipe is 1:1, but it depends on how thick you like your finished sauce …

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This basil garlic chicken is rich and easy to make. It’s pretty enough for company but comes together quickly for any weeknight meal. I am always trying new recipes that feature chicken. We eat it several times a week and get tired of the same recipes, even if we love them the first time I …

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These baked chicken paprika drumsticks have a smoky taste that is sure to delight your family. The recipe is a Whole30 recipe and fits into the Paleo diet, as well. Red pepper flakes and smoked Spanish paprika give the dish lots of flavor without it being too spicy. Best of all, it is super easy …

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For today’s recipe, I will be showing you how to make salmon in parchment paper. You won’t believe the flavor that comes from such an easy process. The culinary word for this type of cooking is “fish en papillote.” It comes from a French word meaning paper and cooks any type of fish beautifully, even …

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This light seafood chowder is filled with the flavors of white fish, succulent seafood and healthy vegetables for a summer time soup that reminds me of days on the coast of Maine. Most New England seafood chowder recipes are full of cream and butter which makes for anything but a light dish.  As I usually …

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There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of chicken and dumplings with Bisquick. This one-pot meal is simple to prepare and perfect for feeding a hungry family. This soup is made with chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. The dumplings cook on top of the simmering broth, soaking up all its flavor. Whether you’re cooking …

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This easy Mediterranean chicken salad features tender, boneless chicken breasts that are marinated in a lemon balsamic dressing that is full of the flavor of fresh herbs and garlic. The dish is the perfect summer salad that gives a big dose of Mediterranean flavors! Keep reading to find out how to make this easy chicken …

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When busy weeknights roll around, it’s great to have some 30 minute meal ideas on hand. This teriyaki beef stir fry is one of my favorites! Not only is this dinner recipe easy to make, but it’s nutritious too. This teriyaki beef stir fry is loaded healthy vegetables and is on the table in less …

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Are you looking for a healthy twist on a classic comfort food? This turkey meatloaf with veggies is juicy, flavorful, and packed with nutritious ingredients. It is made with lean ground turkey, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, finely chopped onions, bell peppers, and garlic. It’s a perfect, light, weeknight meal that doesn’t skimp on taste. Your kids …

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This recipe for taco wraps takes the tastes of cheeseburgers and spicy tacos and combines them into one tasty Mexican tortilla recipe.  This is one of my husband’s favorite 30-minute meals. Do you love the taste of tacos?  If so, you’ll love this delicious lunchtime meal.  (See my easy taco melts for another tasty taco-flavored …

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This delightful California Cobb Salad is a wonderful blend of mixed greens, grilled and seasoned chicken breast, with bacon, eggs, and vegetables. The homemade creamy ranch dressing tops the salad off beautifully! This salad is one of my favorite Whole30 recipes and also fits the Paleo diet, as well. It’s time for some California Dreaming – …

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If you’ve never made oven roasted cabbage wedges, you are in for a treat. This side dish recipe is easy to make and ready in about 45 minutes.  When eaten plain, cabbage has a crunchy texture and tart flavor. This recipe yields cabbage with a sweeter flavor that is soft in the center with crispy …

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