Appetizers, FOOD BOARDS

AFTER SCHOOL SNACK BOARD

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This After School Snack Board is a fun collection of treats for your kids. The board is packed with fruits, veggies, cheese, and sweet treats.

An After School Snack Board is a fun and easy way to treat the kids in your life to something special. Whether they’re coming home from a full day at school or an after school sports event, one thing is always the same—they’re hungry!

This snack board is filled with a colorful mix of fruits, veggies, cheese, mini sandwiches, and sweet treats, making it perfect for picky eaters and big appetites alike.

I’ve been having so much fun creating food boards for different occasions, and this one quickly became a favorite with my grandchildren and neighbor boys.

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Cakes, Cakes/Cupcakes, Desserts

The Best Texas Sheet Cake

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The Best Texas Sheet Cake, rich, soft, delicious. An old fashioned recipe.

The Best Texas Sheet Cake (A Classic Family Favorite)

Texas Sheet Cake is a rich, thin chocolate cake that is unbelievably soft and moist, topped with a warm, fudgy chocolate icing and crunchy pecans. It practically melts in your mouth with every bite.

I’ve been making this recipe for over 50 years, and it truly is the best Texas Sheet Cake I have ever tasted. I first found it in a cookbook put together by the hospital staff where I worked as an RN. Since then, it has been my go-to recipe for family gatherings, potlucks, and covered dish dinners—and it always gets the sweetest compliments.

The Best Texas Sheet Cake, rich, soft, delicious.

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Cakes/Cupcakes, Desserts

PUNCH BOWL CAKE CUPS

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PUNCH BOWL CAKE CUPS are a fun and easy twist on the classic punch bowl cake dessert we all remember.

Punch Bowl Cake Cups are a delicious variation to the original punch bowl cake. Made in parfait cups for an easier dessert to enjoy.Made with layers of cake, pudding, fruit and whipped topping, these individual dessert cups are perfect for parties, picnics, and family gatherings.

Instead of serving a large trifle-style dessert, these cups make it easy for everyone to enjoy their own perfectly layered treat– no mess, no scooping, and just delicious.

I have been making retro desserts with my grandchildren, and last week I made them the famous punch bowl cake.  We decided that it is a little too messy once someone digs into it, so these individual cups were perfect and so much fun to create together. 

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Salads, Sandwiches/Burgers

HONEY PECAN ROTISSERE CHICKEN SALAD

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Honey Pecan Rotisserie Chicken Salad is delicious, easy to make and perfect for hot summer days.

 

Honey Pecan Rotisserie Chicken Salad

This Honey Pecan Rotisserie Chicken Salad is quick, easy, and full of flavor. It’s one of my go-to recipes that I’ve been making for over 20 years—and it never gets old.

Chicken salad is such a refreshing dish, especially during the warmer months. I often keep a bowl in the refrigerator for easy lunches, and it’s always a favorite at showers, parties, and family gatherings.

Using rotisserie chicken makes this recipe even easier. It is inexpensive, and I buy mine at Sam’s Club for $4.99.  I like to prepare it while the chicken is still slightly warm—it helps the flavors blend together beautifully. Continue reading HONEY PECAN ROTISSERE CHICKEN SALAD →

Main Dishes, Sandwiches/Burgers

PIZZA BURGERS

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Pizza Burgers are seasoned ground beef patties, layered with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, veggies, and topped with spoonfuls of warm pizza sauce. Serve on a garlic butter toasted bun.

Pizza Burgers (A Fun Retro Family Favorite)

Pizza Burgers are the perfect combination of two family favorites—juicy burgers and cheesy pizza—all in one delicious bite.

Made with seasoned ground beef patties, melty mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and warm pizza sauce, these burgers are served on a toasted garlic butter bun for the ultimate comfort food meal.

Pizza Burgers are seasoned ground beef patties, layered with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, veggies, and topped with spoonfuls of warm pizza sauce. Serve on a garlic butter toasted bun.

 

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Breakfast/Brunch

HEARTY GRILLED BREAKFAST SKILLET

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Hearty Grilled Breakfast Skillet, a skillet full of meats, potatoes, veggies, eggs and cheese cooked on the grill in a cast iron skillet.

This Hearty Grilled Breakfast Skillet is a must-have recipe if you are going camping, traveling in an RV, or simply fixing breakfast in your own backyard.

Made with sausage, bacon, potatoes, fresh apple, eggs, and melted cheese, this cast iron skillet breakfast is cooked right on the grill for that delicious outdoor flavor. It brings all the aromas of a campground straight to your table. Continue reading HEARTY GRILLED BREAKFAST SKILLET →

RECIPE COLLECTIONS

STRAWBERRY RECIPES

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Strawberry Recipes from brunch to dessert. From simple strawberry desserts to special brunch treats, these strawberry recipes are all made with love and are perfect for sharing with family and friends. 

There is nothing quite like fresh strawberries during the peak of the season. Sweet, juicy, and full of flavor, they are perfect for so many old-fashioned recipes that have been loved for generations.

Whether you are picking up berries from a local farm stand or using strawberries you have frozen for later, you will find plenty of delicious ways to enjoy them right here. Continue reading STRAWBERRY RECIPES →

Desserts

Layered Lemon Pudding Cups

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Layered Lemon Pudding Cups

These Layered Lemon Pudding Cups are a cool, refreshing dessert made with creamy layers and bright lemon flavor. Served in individual cups, they’re perfect for spring and summer gatherings, Mother’s Day, or anytime you want an easy make-ahead dessert.

These Layered Lemon Pudding Cups are a cool, refreshing dessert made with creamy layers and bright lemon flavor.

With a buttery crust, smooth cream cheese layer, and light lemon pudding, this dessert is both simple to prepare and beautiful to serve. Continue reading Layered Lemon Pudding Cups →

Desserts

CHERRY CREAM PUFF RING

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This Cherry Cream Puff Ring is a beautiful and elegant dessert that’s perfect for holidays, special occasions, or a memorable Mother’s Day treat.

Cherry Cream Puff Ring, Inspired by a cherished family recipe, this cream puff ring is made with a light, airy pastry and filled with a creamy pudding mixture, then topped with sweet cherry pie filling. It’s a stunning dessert that looks impressive on any table but is surprisingly simple to make.

Inspired by a cherished family recipe, this cream puff ring is made with a light, airy pastry and filled with a creamy pudding mixture, then topped with sweet cherry pie filling. It’s a stunning dessert that looks impressive on any table but is surprisingly simple to make.

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Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts

STRAWBERRY CREPES WITH PASTRY CREAM AND STRAWBERRIES

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Strawberry Crepes with Pastry Cream and Fresh StrawberriesStrawberry Crepes with Pastry Cream and Fresh Strawberries are perfect for any breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. 

These Strawberry Crepes are filled with a homemade pastry cream, fresh strawberries, topped with a delicious strawberry sauce, more strawberries and whipped cream. Continue reading STRAWBERRY CREPES WITH PASTRY CREAM AND STRAWBERRIES →

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