The two times that I’ve made this dip for a party it was literally gone in 5 minutes. It’s delicious! However, I cannot stress enough that the quality of feta cheese will make all the difference in this dip. You need to buy REAL feta cheese–that means from a sheep, not a cow. Many grocery stores will sell...
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This is THE BEST recipe for thumbprint cookies! The cream cheese and pecans adds such a richness to the cookie. And cherry preserves is hands down my favorite holiday flavor for the filling. But of course you can substitute with your favorite flavor, if you prefer. Plan ahead when baking theses cookies, as the dough needs to chill...
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Here’s an amazing recipe from Cooking Light magazine, that will have you eating a Brewery meal right at home. My whole family liked this dish–I’ll be making it lots around here. Serve with garlic mashed potatoes or over buttered noodles for a fantastic dinner. Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 4 (6 oz.) skinless, boneless chicken...
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Here’s a throw-back to the 80’s.  My Mom made these for every party that I remember, growing up. And now the tradition carries on and I make them for parties. They are simple to make, and a hug hit with party guests. The classics prevail, am I right? Ingredients: 10 thin slices deli ham 1/2 cup cream...
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Here’s another one from Cooking Light magazine (can you tell that’s one of my favorite resources??). I absolutely love this salmon dish–and so do my kids! It’s sweet, savory and the salmon bakes up perfectly. I serve this salmon with butternut squash risotto for a fabulous winter dinner. Enjoy! Ingredients: 6 (6-oz) salmon fillets 1/4 cup packed...
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It wouldn’t be Fall without baking my Mom’s famous apple crisp! The kitchen fills with the smell of cinnamon and apples when its in the oven. Buy ripe, tart apples for the fullest flavor. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla or caramel ice cream. Happy Fall! Ingredients: 4 cups tart apples, peeled, cored and sliced 3/4...
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Here’s a recipe for the easiest and most delicious apple pie you’ll ever bake! It comes from my sister-in-law Amy and it’s fantastic. I love the buttery crumble topping over the cinnamon sugar covered apples. Of course you gotta serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream! I made this for a...
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Here’s a recipe that I received years ago at my wedding shower, from a family friend. It’ so easy and so good–you have to try it! The beef cooks up incredibly soft and tender and the sauce is delicious! Serve this barbecue beef on a toasted roll with a side of creamy cole slaw...
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This KP original lunch recipe is gorgeous, healthy, tasty, and easy to make. What more can you ask for? Use the freshest tomatoes you can find for the biggest flavor punch. Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayo 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard Splash of pickle juice Dash of Tabasco Sauce 1/4 teaspoon dried dill 2 cans tuna, packed in water, drained 5 small dill pickles,...
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Now you can make the perfect bar food at home! My hubby loves to snack on these on a Friday after work, washed down with a cold beer. Cheers! Ingredients: 5  Tablespoons butter 4   teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Juice from 1 lemon 3 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons Lawry’s seasoning salt 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 5 cups...
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