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MINI STRAWBERRY PIES

These mini strawberry pies are beautiful, delicious, and the perfect summer dessert.

These mini strawberry pies are beautiful, delicious, and the perfect summer dessert.

 

Fresh mini strawberry pies with whipped cream was one of the desserts I made a few times last month. I usually make the 9-inch size pie, but I made these mini ones for a special dessert one evening.These mini strawberry pies are beautiful, delicious, and the perfect summer dessert.

These beautiful pies can be served when you need an individual dessert with any dinner. They are also perfect to serve at a 4th of July gathering. Some people prefer a smaller pie like these, instead of a large slice. Continue reading MINI STRAWBERRY PIES

PARFAIT BAR..FUN ACTIVITY WITH THE CHILDREN

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

STUFFED CAPRESE CHICKEN BREASTS

These Stuffed Caprese Chicken Breasts are perfect for any week night dinner, or special enough to serve to guests.

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STUFFED CAPRESE CHICKEN BREASTS have a creamy filling of 3 cheeses, bacon, baby spinach, and parsley that make this dish so juicy. It is  baked and then topped with a balsamic tomato-basil topping. Continue reading STUFFED CAPRESE CHICKEN BREASTS

FILLED AND STAMPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES

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

GARDEN FRESH TOMATO BACON TART

This recipe for Garden Fresh Tomato Bacon Tart sure gets me in the mood for summer.

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.

We are now having warm weather here and lots of fresh tomatoes.  I created this recipe last summer and want to share it again.   These were the best tomatoes from a local vegetable stand, and I had so many of them. I had never eaten or made a tomato tart but this recipe for Garden Fresh Tomato Bacon Tart was so good.

 

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GARDEN FRESH BRUNCH TART

Here is a delicious garden fresh brunch tart that is easy to make, and is another great way to enjoy some fresh summer veggies.

A delicious garden fresh brunch tart filled with fresh veggies, eggs and cheese. Perfect way to use those summer vegetables.

 

I love to make tarts, quiche, and frittatas.  The varieties are endless, and they are so convenient.  They can be made ahead of time, then just warmed up when you need them.  I have made this garden fresh brunch tart several times, and my husband always gives it a big thumbs up. Continue reading GARDEN FRESH BRUNCH TART

FIRECRACKER POTATO CASSEROLE

This Firecracker Potato Casserole will spice up your upcoming summer parties.

Firecracker Potato Casserole has Frozen Potatoes O Brien,  Rotel,  spicy sausage, sour cream, butter, jalapenos, and lots of cheese. Perfect for BBQ's.

Frozen Potatoes O , spicy sausage, sour cream, butter, jalapenos, and lots of cheese makes this Firecracker Potato Casserole a great addition to your 4th of July cookouts.

Our family loves the traditional cheesy, hashbrown casserole and we have it at every get together.  I like to try some variations and went with this spicy recipe for an extra side dish.  It really was a big hit. Continue reading FIRECRACKER POTATO CASSEROLE