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Breakfast/Brunch

BLUEBERRY ALMOND BREAKFAST BRAID WITH GLAZE

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BLUEBERRY ALMOND BREAKFAST BRAID WITH GLAZE

This easy breakfast braid is filled with cream cheese and blueberries then wrapped in a crescent crust. It is baked and topped with a warm, sweet glaze.

Blueberry Almond Breakfast Braid is a simple yet elegant sweet breakfast made with flaky crescent dough, a creamy filling, fresh blueberries, and a light glaze. It’s the perfect recipe for brunch, weekend mornings, or when you want something that feels a little special without a lot of effort.

With juicy blueberries and a hint of almond, this braid has all the flavors of a bakery-style Danish right at home. Continue reading BLUEBERRY ALMOND BREAKFAST BRAID WITH GLAZE →

Side Dishes

CREAMED PEAS WITH NEW POTATOES AND PEARL ONIONS

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Creamed Peas, new potatoes, and pearl onions are a delicious, old fashioned side dish.

Creamed Peas with New Potatoes and Pearl Onions

Creamed Peas with New Potatoes and Pearl Onions is a classic, old-fashioned side dish made with tender potatoes, sweet peas, and delicate pearl onions, all coated in a rich, creamy white sauce. It’s simple, comforting, and full of nostalgic flavor.

This is one of those recipes that has been passed down for generations. I grew up eating it often—especially when my parents had a big garden full of fresh peas. In the winter months, my mother would make it with frozen peas, and it was just as delicious. Continue reading CREAMED PEAS WITH NEW POTATOES AND PEARL ONIONS →

Desserts

PARFAIT BAR..FUN ACTIVITY WITH THE CHILDREN

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My parfait bar is a fun way to celebrate  when entertaining your children or grandchildren.  Everyone gets a chance to show their creativity as well as making their own treat.

A parfait bar, perfect activity to share at any get together.A parfait bar would also be great to serve at a party.  It is quick and easy to set up and can be done with ingredients you have in your kitchen.  Continue reading PARFAIT BAR..FUN ACTIVITY WITH THE CHILDREN →

Cookies

FILLED AND STAMPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES

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Sharing this fun recipe for Filled and Stamped Shortbread Cookies.

Filled and Stamped Shortbread Cookies, a beautiful cookie filled with preserves. I purchased the cutest cookie cutters online and spent the day making these Filled and Stamped Shortbread Cookies. I certainly have not perfected them on my first attempt, but they are delicious. Continue reading FILLED AND STAMPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES →

Appetizers, SUMMER RECIPES

GARDEN FRESH TOMATO BACON TART

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This Garden Fresh Tomato Bacon Tart is a crust filled with chive & onion cream cheese, fontina, fresh tomatoes, bacon and seasonings. Perfect for summertime eating.

This Garden Fresh Tomato Bacon Tart is one of those recipes that feels a little special—but is actually so easy to make. I first created it during peak tomato season after bringing home a big basket from a local vegetable stand. I had never made a tomato tart before, but after one bite, I knew this would become a summer favorite.

With a flaky crust, creamy herb spread, juicy tomatoes, crispy bacon, and melted cheese, this tart is full of flavor and perfect for just about any occasion.

Serve it for brunch, a light lunch, as a side dish, or even as an appetizer for guests. Continue reading GARDEN FRESH TOMATO BACON TART →

Cakes/Cupcakes, Desserts

COOKOUT CUPCAKES”RETRO” SNACKS-

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Cookout Cupcakes (Cheeseburger Cupcakes) – A Fun Retro Dessert Kids LoveCookout Cupcakes are a fun and tasty summertime dessert. Cupcakes are decorated to look like a cheeseburger. Loved by adults as well as children.

There’s nothing more fun than a dessert that makes people smile—and these adorable Cookout Cupcakes do just that!

I’ve been making these “retro” treats for years, and my grandchildren still get excited every time I bring them out. They used to call them “Krabby Patties” from SpongeBob, and honestly… they really do look like tiny cheeseburgers!

I recently made a batch for a family cookout, and while the kids loved them, the biggest surprise was how excited the adults were too. These cupcakes are simple to make, easy to customize, and always the star of the dessert table.

If you’re looking for a fun, kid-friendly cookout dessert, these cheeseburger cupcakes are guaranteed to be a hit. Continue reading COOKOUT CUPCAKES”RETRO” SNACKS- →

Breakfast/Brunch

STRAWBERRY MASCARPONE BREAKFAST RING

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Strawberry Mascarpone Breakfast Ring  is an easy and beautiful recipe that’s perfect for spring and summer mornings.

Strawberry-Mascarpone-breakfast-rolls are made with crescent dough, mascarpone cheese and fresh strawberries.

 

Made with flaky crescent dough, a sweet mascarpone filling, and fresh strawberries, this breakfast ring comes together quickly, but looks like something from a bakery.  Serve it on holidays or as a special treat for your family.  

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Breakfast/Brunch

LOADED BREAKFAST PANINI

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This loaded breakfast panini is perfect to start your day with, or to serve to guests for a special treat.

Leftover ham was the inspiration for my loaded breakfast panini.  My husband loves fried egg sandwiches, but doesn’t let himself eat them too often.  In the summer months he loves them with a slice of fresh tomato.  One morning while fixing breakfast, I saw the leftover ham in the refrigerator and put this sandwich together for him.

A loaded breakfast panini, meats, veggies, egg and cheese.On this day, I used sourdough bread, with  mayonnaise for my condiment.  Another day I made this on ciabatta bread and used basil pesto for the condiment. Any time I have a fresh tomato, I do add a slice or 2 to the sandwich. Continue reading LOADED BREAKFAST PANINI →