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Smashed Potatoes

Smashed Potatoes

this post may contain affiliate links   Smashed Potatoes is a great way to make a delicious side of potatoes that's buttery, crunchy and delicious without the hassle of prepping the potatoes. This smashed potatoes recipe is the love child of my mashed potatoes...

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Beef Tenderloin

Beef Tenderloin

post may contain affiliate links   Beef tenderloin is a lean cut of meat from the loin of a cow. It's known for its tenderness. If you didn't know, filet mignon is sourced from this part of the cow.  Filet mignon is usually located right in the center of the...

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Roasted Glazed Carrots

Roasted Glazed Carrots

    Roasted carrots are such a delicious side dish. Their natural sweetness is brought out when roasted, but we take it a step further with a butter and maple glaze that caramelizes and makes the roasted carrots tase even more incredible. The key to amazing...

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Pot Roast

Pot Roast

  If you're looking for a pot roast recipe, you have found the only one you'll ever need!  Pair it with mashed potatoes and your family will never stop singing your praises.  Seasoned chuck roast gets browned and cooked low and slow in a crockpot in a savory...

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Whipped Goat Cheese with Candied Bacon and Dates

Whipped Goat Cheese with Candied Bacon and Dates

  this post may contain affiliate links   Whipped goat cheese with candied bacon and dates is one of the best appetizers I've ever eaten. It's a creamy base of whipped goat cheese, cream cheese, slightly sweetened with honey. You also caramelize bacon and...

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Bolognese and Bechamel Lasagna

Bolognese and Bechamel Lasagna

  this post may contain affiliate links   This lasagna recipe features homemade Bolognese and bechamel sauces. The lasagna is only comprised of layers of al dente pasta, the Bolognese and the creamy bechamel. It's amazing how just a few high-quality...

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Candied Pecans

Candied Pecans

this post may contain affiliate links   Candied pecans or praline pecans is a recipe that turns pecan halves into an addictive sweet and salty toasted treat. The pecans first get tossed in a wet coating then a cinnamon sugar coating and toasted on a low...

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Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

this post may contain affiliate links   No bake cookies are such a good cookie to make if you're short on time and ingredients. You probably have everything you need in your pantry to make this peanut butter version right now. These cookies take 70 minutes from...

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Homemade Salted Caramels

Homemade Salted Caramels

this post may contain affiliate links   These homemade caramels are buttery, chewy and topped with flaky salt. The flaky salt balances the sweetness and deepens the flavor. Don't skip it! When you consider just how much sugar is in this recipe; 4 cups of sugar...

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