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Peanut Butter Caramel Brownies

Peanut Butter Caramel Brownies

  Brownies are an easy dessert that everyone can make. It only takes a little extra effort to take them over the top. My peanut butter caramel browies deliver that wow factor in less than ten mintues (minus the cook and cool time). Years ago, in a blind taste...

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Churro Cheesecake

Churro Cheesecake

this posy may contain affiliate links     Churro cheesecake is a fusion dessert that combines the classic flavors of churros and cheesecake. The crust is inspired by the cinnamon sugar coating of traditional churros but utilizes a shortcut of pre-made...

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Peach Crisp

Peach Crisp

    Peach crisp is one of my all-time favorite desserts. Fresh peaches are the quintessential summer fruit, but this recipe utilizes canned for their consistency and ability to find year round.  When doctored up you won't be able to taste the difference...

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Banana Crumb Cake

Banana Crumb Cake

this post may contain affiliate links     Banana crumb cake combines the comfort of banana bread with the indulgence of a sweet streusel center and topping found on coffee cake. The recipe is perfect for a sweet bite at breakfast, mid-day snack or an...

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Better than Sex Cake

Better than Sex Cake

this post may contain affiliate links     Better than Sex Cake is known for its rich, indulgent flavors and textures. The name suggests that the cake is so delicious that it rivals or exceeds other pleasurable experiences. I'll let you be the judge of that....

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High Protein Pepperoni Pizza (Chicken Crust)

High Protein Pepperoni Pizza (Chicken Crust)

this post may contain affiliate links   This high protein pizza made with a chicken crust is the perfect answer to pizza night for those that have health goals they still want to crush. This isn't low calorie but it is very high protein and relatively low carb....

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Pesto Pasta Salad

Pesto Pasta Salad

this post may contain affiliate links     Pesto pasta salad is the great Ina Garten's pesto pasta pea salad with the volume turned up.  Crispy bacon, mozzarella pearls and halved cherry tomatoes are the perfect additions to this already wonderful recipe. The...

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Coconut Cream Pie Bars

Coconut Cream Pie Bars

this post may contain affiliate links    Coconut cream pie bars are a variation of the classic pie where a buttery shortbread replaces the pie crust and the filling is thicker so you can eat these with your hands. These are decadent without being overly sweet....

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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

this post may contain affiliate links     Scalloped potatoes have long been a side dish I had no interest in making. Every time I ate them, I always thought, "meh." With all the amazing ways to prepare potatoes (which is my favorite savory food) why prepare...

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