Here’s the recipe for my favorite fall muffins! These pumpkin muffins are moist, tender, and get extra sweetness from the sugary topping. I found this recipe in Cooking Light magazine a few years ago, and each muffin is less 200 calories. So enjoy! Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1...
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I have a love/hate relationship with this recipe…I hate how many pots it dirties, but I love, love, love how it tastes!!! So I make it every year when squash is in season and wash the dishes whenever I get to them. It’s worth the effort–I wouldn’t post the recipe if it wasn’t! I...
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I came up with this recipe in an effort to duplicate a salad I used to get in Amsterdam. The Dutch definitely know how to do salad! They combine things in new ways that are delicious. This salad is sweet and zesty and filling enough to be a main meal. This recipe makes enough...
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If you like pumpkin pie, then you’ll love this cake recipe! Try it for something new this holiday season. It’s sweet and rich and tastes like pumpkin pie and cake all in one. A small serving will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. I got this recipe from my friend–thanks Jessica! Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1...
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Grab fresh sweet potatoes from your market while they’re in season. Then try this simple yet delicious way to roast them. Roasting brings out all the natural sweetness of the potatoes. Serve along side pork, chicken or beef. Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 Tablespoon butter 1...
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Here’s a recipe for two great tastes that taste great together! These cheesecake brownies are sweet and rich and perfect with a cold glass of milk. This recipe is off the Imperial Margarine website, therefore uses quite a bit of butter. So enjoy in moderation, as these treats are not low fat or low...
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Nothing says comfort food quite like Shepherd’s pie. It’s the ultimate all-in-one meal, with veggies, beef, mash potatoes and gravy all baked together. I’ve seen this dish served several different ways in England and Ireland, but the basics remain the same. This recipe is how I’ve always made it, and it’s a family favorite! Ingredients: 1...
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Here’s a new twist on the standard chicken and rice bake. The flavors bake up sweet and savory and delicious! There are never leftovers in my house when I make this. Serve with Toasted Sesame Green Beans for a great meal. I found this recipe in Family Circle magazine years ago. Ingredients: 3/4 cup uncooked regular long-grain...
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Tired of the same old boring green beans? Then give this simple recipe a try for something different. They’re full of flavor and compliment just about any main dish. Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds 1 lb. fresh green beans 1/4 cup chicken broth Fresh ground black pepper, to taste Directions: Wash and trim green beans. Cut...
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This recipe was inspired by my favorite appetizer that my friend Meg makes. I took similar ingredients and turned it into a meal! This savory, rich pie makes a great brunch or light lunch paired with a spinach salad. Use sweet onions for a milder onion flavor. Ingredients: 1 cup Bisquick baking mix 1/3 cup milk 1 Tablespoon...
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