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Cherry Tart

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This Cherry Tart is made with just a few ingredients for an amazing fruit dessert recipe! Serve it up with ice cream, whipped cream, or plain! Homemade Fruit Tart Making fruit desserts in the summer is one of my favorite things! And even if it is not the summer, I still get around to making them using frozen fruits. Whether it is a Peach Pie or Apple and Blueberry Crumble, I love them all. Tarts may take a little longer than some other desserts, but they are amazing and ... continue reading...

Almond Tart Crust Recipe

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This fast and easy Almond Tart Crust Recipe is a great way to elevate your favorite tart recipes! Subtle almond flavor pops out of this amazing dough to pair up with your favorite tart fillings. Pies may be my favorite desserts, but a tart is a very close second! They are very similar and I love how versatile they are. And when I am adding yummy fillings, I still want the crust to fend for itself and elevate the entire recipe. That is why I like using tart crusts with a flavor ... continue reading...

S’mores Tart

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This S'mores Tart is a fun and simple dessert, perfect for the summer!  A graham cracker crust is filled with a layer of melted chocolate, marshmallow fluff, and topped the S'mores ingredients. This post contains affiliate links. S'mores in the summer is pretty much mandatory.  Any time we go camping, s'mores is the first thing on the list.  I also love to serve up s'mores at summer parties.  This S'mores Tart is a great way to enjoy those same classic flavors of graham ... continue reading...

Cherry Limeade Tart

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Celebrate summers with this fast and simple Cherry Limeade Tart! This post contains affiliate links. Cherry limeade reminds me of summers off from school.  I don't really think about cherry limeade except for during the warmer months.  It is pretty common to find this flavor combination in drinks, but not too common in foods and desserts.  This Cherry Limeade Tart brings those same great flavors into a simple and fast tart recipe. This Cherry Limeade Tart has a lime ... continue reading...

Black Forest Tart

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Classic black forest flavors of chocolate, cream, and cherries in a simple and Black Forest Tart, This post contains affiliate links. The black forest flavors of chocolate, cherries, and cream just go so well together.  Loving tarts, I knew I needed to combine these flavors.  Tarts like this Black Forest Tart are a great dessert for parties and entertaining because they feel a little fancy while being so simple.   Find more of our tart and dessert recipes ... continue reading...

Patriotic American Flag Fruit Tart

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This Patriotic American Flag Fruit Tart is a simple summer dessert featuring lemon, fresh strawberries, and fresh blueberries. This post contains affiliate links. I love a good fruit tart.  And with berries in season during the summer, this is a perfect way to add some American patriotism to your cookout or BBQ!  The crust and filling is slightly flavored with some lemon zest to bring brightness to the tart. I feel like having something red, white, and blue or boldy ... continue reading...

Chocolate Espresso Tart

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A quick and simple Chocolate Espresso Tart for a rich and indulgent dessert.  A soft cocoa cookie crust is filled with coffee infused cream cheese, topped with chocolate hazelnut spread, chopped chocolate covered espresso beans, and chocolate chips. This post contains affiliate links. I have been a fan of Kahlúa Cream Cheese Pie from Marie Callender's since I was a kid.  All the locations around me have closed, so it is always a treat when I stumble upon one when ... continue reading...

Chocolate Peppermint Tart

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This Chocolate Peppermint Tart is ready in just 30 minutes and a fun dessert for the holidays!  A cocoa crust is filled with a peppermint cream cheese filling and topped with crushed candy canes. This post contains affiliate links. My desire to bake always amplifies during the holidays.  Pretty much as soon as the cooler weather hits and the holidays are in sight, I want to make a bunch of baked goods that are ignored the rest of the year.  And because of this, I ... continue reading...

Cranberry Orange Tart

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This Cranberry Orange Tart has a smooth, cream cheese filling flavored with dried cranberries and fresh orange zest in a soft cookie-like shell. This post contains affiliate links. I am a pie and tart girl.  I will take them over cake any day.  I love to take a simple tart base recipe and have been experimenting with fun and new flavors.  Cranberry and orange are such a great flavor combination, and I love to use them especially during the holiday season.  ... continue reading...

Individual S’Mores Tarts

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PerfectionWithPost #CerealAnytime #CollectiveBiasI love camping in the summer and it is MANDATORY that we have s'mores each and every time.  S'mores are a summer classic, and I want to enjoy those same flavors even when I am not camping.  These Individual S'Mores Tarts are full of the same great toasty flavors of your favorite campfire treat.  And the best part is you can eat ... continue reading...

Pumpkin Spice Butterscotch Tart

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BakeHolidayGoodness #CollectiveBiasThe holidays are coming!  And that means your crazy busy, on-the-go life is going to get even busier!  This is when I like to rely on recipes that are fast and easy without sacrificing flavor like this Pumpkin Spice Butterscotch Tart!  Schedules are hectic enough between work, school, events, activities, and more, so having something delicious, fast, and ... continue reading...

Getting Started with Blogging

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When I was first trying to start this blog, I was overwhelmed with all of the information out there.  Where do I start? How do I know what to pick?!?  After doing all that research (I am the planning type), I have compiled a list of the initial steps to take in order to start blogging on your own.  I will be creating additional posts in this series as you continue to build your own blog, so be on the lookout for those! 1) First thing is first -- you need to pick a name!  Without a name, you ... continue reading...

BBQ Sauce

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This BBQ Sauce is a fast and easy classic sauce that is perfect for grilling! Versatile and traditional flavors make it a perfect sauce to use on any of your favorite foods! Simple BBQ Sauce Recipe Why is it Called BBQ Sauce? Barbecue is a method of cooking over an open fire. And the barbecue sauce is believed to have originated in a missionary where they were using spices and lime juice to flavor meet that was being cooked over a fire. What Country Invented Barbecue ... continue reading...

Pineapple Mojito

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This fresh and simple fruit cocktail is perfect for summer! Made with rum and just a few ingredients for a tropical flair. Easy Pineapple Mojito I just love making fun and delicious cocktails and this Pineapple Mojito is a great way to highlight pineapple! What Ingredients are in a Mojito? Here is what you need to make this cocktail recipe: Rum (white is best)Diced PineappleSimple SyrupMint LeavesLimesClub Soda Want to add a little more flavor and flair? Try using ... continue reading...

Minnesota Vikings Puppy Chow

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Cheer for your team with this Minnesota Vikings Puppy Chow recipe! A variation of the classic in purple, gold, and white. Football Muddy Buddies I love serving up fun game day foods, especially if they are inspired by my team! This colored muddy buddy recipe is perfect for game day and rooting for your Minnesota Vikings! Using colored candy melts, this recipe is a great sweet and salty snack for football Sunday! Colored Puppy Chow Ingredients This is what you ... continue reading...

Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry

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Delicious Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry in a homemade, easy teriyaki sauce. A wonderful Asian inspired dinner recipe for a weeknight. Gluten free. Easy Beef Stir Fry Recipe This Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry is just amazing and a great family friendly recipe that everyone will love! It comes together in just minutes and flexible based on the vegetables you prefer or have on hand. And a great way to make takeout at home! This would also be great with boneless chicken breasts or thighs in place ... continue reading...

Black Russian Recipe

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This Black Russian Recipe is a simple coffee cocktail! Made with just two ingredients. Black Russian Cocktail I have recently started to love coffee flavored cocktails like the classic Espresso Martini. And this Black Russian Recipe is super easy and delicious! What Does a Black Russian Taste Like? It tastes like a slightly sweet vodka coffee. What is in a Black Russian Cocktail? You only need two ingredients: VodkaKahlua or another coffee liqueur Is ... continue reading...

Copycat Olive Garden Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta

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This Copycat Olive Garden Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta is an amazing simple and easy cheese dip recipe! Just like the restaurant and a great appetizer to serve up. Olive Garden Five Cheese Fonduta Recipe I just love making restaurant copycat recipes at home and Olive Garden is definitely popular with all of you! This cheese dip recipe was something they had previously, which has since been discontinued. But I always loved how unique it was with a smoky flavor. You can now make this ... continue reading...

Birria Quesadilla

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This Birria Quesadilla is packed with a smoked pepper shredded beef and cheese for a delicious appetizer, snack, or meal! Birria Quesadillas Recipe I have fallen in love with Birria de Res and the amazing, smoky flavors that dried peppers bring to the beef. We have always been shredded beef lovers in my family and this recipe is a delicious twist! You can also use the Birria de Res for any Mexican recipe like enchiladas, burritos, and more! Here we use it in a cheesy, gooey ... continue reading...

Instant Pot Pinto Beans

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These Instant Pot Pinto Beans are now one of my all-time go-to recipes when I need a side dish for Mexican food! Packed with bacon and green chile flavor. Instant Pot Pinto Beans No Soak I have made many pinto bean recipes but they typically come up without much flavor. But THIS recipe I am just in love with and it has become one of my go-to sides for any Mexican meal! Here I use lots of spices to really flavor the beans and add in bacon and diced green chiles to make it fun and ... continue reading...

Mini Eggs Cookies

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These Mini Eggs Cookies are a fun and festive twist on a delicious, chewy chocolate chip cookie! Perfect for Easter. Easter Cookies I love these Mini Eggs Cookies for Easter! And I have made them into the shape of eggs for an extra festive cookie. The cookies are rather large but can also be made into smaller, more typical cookies if desired. The fun mini eggs on top in pastel colors are just perfect for spring! Ingredients Needed for Mini Egg Cookies Here is ... continue reading...

Pizza Crescent Rolls

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These Pizza Crescent Rolls are a fun finger food perfect as an after school snack or a game day appetizer recipe! Packed with all the flavors you love from a pizza. Pizza Crescent Rolls with String Cheese This recipe was based on the love of crescent rolls around here and some other successful ones I have made such as my Jalapeno Popper Crescent Rolls. We needed some new and fun game day recipe ideas, and I knew I just had to make these! All the flavors you love of a pizza ... continue reading...

Chocolate Chip Cookies with Peanut Butter

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These Chocolate Chip Cookies with Peanut Butter are soft, chewy cookies that combine two classics into one! Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies I am so in love with these cookies! They combine the best of two worlds into one special little baked good. I am a fan of soft peanut butter cookies, which is exactly what the base of this recipe is. And then we have added chocolate chips to it! Ingredients in Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies Here is ... continue reading...

Chicken Fajita Tacos

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These Chicken Fajita Tacos are full of fresh citrus flavor! A healthy Mexican recipe to shake up Taco Tuesday! Fajita Tacos One of my favorite things to eat in high school was fajitas. The fresh and bright flavors of peppers mixed with citrus was just perfect. I have taken those same elements and put them into taco form! These fajita tacos are grilled, but you could also bake them or sauté them in a pan. I do prefer the grill because those char marks and the flavor that comes ... continue reading...

Los Angeles Rams Puppy Chow

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Cheer for your LA Rams with this Los Angeles Rams Puppy Chow! A twist on classic muddy buddies made in team colors. A great gluten free game day snack! LA Rams Recipe I just love making fun recipes for watching football at home. This colored puppy chow is perfect for game day and the Super Bowl! Turn Chex cereal into a sweet and salty snack that represents your team pride! Colored Puppy Chow Ingredients This is what you will need to make the puppy chow: Chex ... continue reading...

Spiral Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze

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If you are looking for a show-stopping main course for your holiday, this Spiral Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze is perfect! The glaze is made with just 4 ingredients for a perfect brown sugar glaze with honey and warm spices. Easy Ham Glaze If you are looking for a classic and easy ham glaze, you are in the right place! This ham with brown sugar glaze only requires 4 ingredients, plus a ham, for a delicious main course centerpiece. If you make a ham for Easter, Christmas, or ... continue reading...

Zimmerstern (German Cinnamon Star Cookies)

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These gluten free cookies are a staple at Christmas markets in Germany! Made with an almond base, they are a fun addition to any Christmas cookie plate! Zimtsterne Cookies I love fun and unique foods, and these are my favorite Christmas cookies to make every year! These cookies are a little trickier than standard cookies since the dough is a little sticky and different to work with. But they are completely worth the effort! They have an amazing flavor profile of nutty almonds ... continue reading...

Buffalo Chicken Crockpot Dip

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This Buffalo Chicken Crockpot Dip is a classic staple perfect for your game day party! Classic flavors of chicken wings are combined in an easy, slow cooker cheese dip recipe. Cheese Dip Recipe I just love a simple, delicious cheese dip for parties, especially if we are hosting a football homegating or Super Bowl event! And when you find a recipe that you can just mix and set in a slow cooker, even better! This cheese dip uses classic chicken wing flavors and combines them into ... continue reading...

Blueberry Goat Cheese

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This Blueberry Goat Cheese with Thyme and Honey is an amazingly easy and delicious appetizer! I love to make this for holiday parties and as a fun addition to charcuterie boards. Goat Cheese Appetizer If you are a regular visitor here, you may know about the cheese obsession in our circle of friends and family. And a recent obsession has been goat cheese! With all of the amazing flavors that pair well with goat cheese, serving up a fast and easy cheese appetizer recipe like ... continue reading...

Bacon Wrapped Smokies

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These Bacon Wrapped Smokies are inspired by a family classic that we serve at all holidays! Little smokies are wrapped in bacon and a mixture made from brown sugar and mustard. A fast and easy appetizer that everyone will love! Bacon Wrapped Smokies with Brown Sugar These easy appetizer bites are inspired by a family classic that is always made for holidays and game day. I have used the same sweet and savory balance of brown sugar and mustard in a pork-focused finger food. This ... continue reading...

Snowball Fruitcake Cookies

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Snowball Fruitcake Cookies are inspired by the classic dessert. A perfect Christmas cookie recipe filled with fruit flavors, spice, and nuts. Mexican Wedding Cookies or Russian Teacakes These little, round, sugar dusted cookies have many names. And I love to make them with fun flavors like my Peppermint Snowball Cookies! But no matter what you call them, they are a perfect Christmas cookie recipe! This fruitcake version takes the warm fruit flavors of the classic cake and adds ... continue reading...

Tips for Beginner Cooks

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Whether you are jumping into the kitchen for the holidays or a beginner cook that wants to learn the skill, cooking can be intimidating! Below are my best tips and tricks for how you can get more comfortable in the kitchen and gain the confidence to strengthen your cooking skills! Read the recipe carefully in advance This is one of the most important things to do! Reading the recipe in advance is going to prepare you for everything that you need to have and do. Know the general ... continue reading...

Blackberry Bourbon Sidecar

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If you want simple elegance in a glass, this cocktail recipe is for you! A classic cocktail with fresh herbs and berries makes an amazing and simple drink. Perfect for the holiday season. Blackberry Cocktail This berry cocktail was inspired by one by the same name that I had at The Capital Grille. I just love finding unique cocktails and this one caught my eye! Making a twist on a classic cocktail, like my Cranberry Old Fashioned, always gets rave reviews from guests. It was ... continue reading...

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