Egg Nog Sugar Cookies

  Egg Nog Sugar  Cookies 1 cup softened butter 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 tbsp. water 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cream of tartar 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour  OR…

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Cream Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls

  I’ve always believed “it’s what’s on the inside that counts.” That goes for good food and good people. So when I like to make something extra special, I like to include delicious ingredients on the inside. Adding flavor, texture and fillings. Yum.     To make these stuffed crescent rolls, you just need a…

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Lemon Zucchini Bread

  I have a ton of zucchini- how about you! This lemon and zucchini dreamy dessert or breakfast or snack is the best. I don’t take these things lightly, it truly is. Happy baking.   Lemon Zucchini Bread   4 cups flour 1 tbsp. Baking powder 1 tsp. Baking soda 1/2 tsp. Salt   Whisk…

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Peach Pie Sugar Cookies

It’s officially peach season. And when you have a dear friend who’s from the peach capital of Utah, that would be Brigham City, you make her a special cookie, right? I’m so glad you love this cookie as much as I do Brooke! I’m determined to go to Peach Days. Peaches on all the things.…

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Browned butter dark chocolate zucchini bread

When your husband brings in these zucchini from the garden that are the size of a newborn baby? Well, you make zucchini bread. And come one up with a delicious new recipe to boot.   Because why not?!?!     Browned Butter Dark Chocolate Zucchini Bread   4 cups flour 1 tbsp. Baking powder 1…

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Beef and Mushroom Gravy with Smashed Cauliflower

My grandmother was the queen of gravy. She could make a pan gravy ANYTIME. It was pretty perfect too. AND I really believe it was because my grandpa ate gravy with every meal. I even remember her making gravy for on top of his sunny side up eggs over toast.   Thus started my love…

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My Secrets to Success with meal prepping

  Meal Prep. I’ve been doing this for over a year now. I don’t think I’ve missed more than 1 week. I was out of town. But other than that, MONDAY is my meal prep day. So, let’s start at the beginning. First things first. How do I start meal prepping for myself/family? Here’s my…

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My Favorite Spring Desserts

Here are some of my all time, easy, tasty spring dessert recipes. Follow the links to get the recipe just in time for your next spring gathering. Happy baking! Chocolate Coconut No Bake Dessert   Strawberry Lemon Shortcake   Key Lime Coconut Cheesecake     Coconut Cream Pie Sugar Cookies  

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Valentine Chocolate Cake- from Core 7 Fueled

Boy, have I got the perfect cake for you this Valentine’s Day. It’s super rich, and has a nice texture like fudge, plus it’s flourless…. and really pretty. Top it with fresh berries or flowers and it will be the centerpiece of your dinner or celebration.   Brian and I have always had dinner at…

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Kolaches

I love it when I get assignments to make things, some that I’ve never even tasted before. This recipe was amazing to put together, and I’m so glad I got the opportunity. I was able to rely on a great recipe that was my grandmother’s and use it as a base of sorts for this…

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