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Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Cupcakes

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Print Recipe Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Cupcakes Yum Course Dessert Cuisine American Servings cupcakes Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, melted2 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate Ghirardelli1/2 cup peanutbutter3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cocoa powder, OMG! Superfoods Organic Cacao Powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon sea salt2 large eggs3 tablespoons chia seeds1/2 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup light brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla …

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Pumpkin Pudding Doughnut Holes

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Print Recipe Pumpkin Pudding Doughnut Holes Yum Course Dessert Cuisine American Servings dozen Ingredients 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup granulated sugar1 1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ginger1/8 teaspoon cloves3 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup Libby’s canned Pumpkin1 teaspoon vanilla1 egg1 8 ounce cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubed or Vanilla Jello Pudding Mix1/2 …

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Sparkling Ginger Lemonade Recipe

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Print Recipe Sparkling Ginger Lemonade Recipe Yum A refreshingly healthy drink that doubles as a cocktail by adding a splash of lemon vodka. Course Beverage Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients 1 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed2 cups sparkling water1 cup ginger simple syrup1/2 lemon, sliced1/2 lime, sliced Ginger Simple Syrup 1 cup granulated sugar1 cup water1/4 cup ginger, peeled and …

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Zesty Greek Chicken (Kotopoulo Pikantiko)

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Print Recipe Zesty Greek Chicken – Kotopoulo Pikantiko Yum Course Dinner, Entrees, Lunch Cuisine Mediterranean Servings Ingredients 4-8 chicken legs or pieces of chicken2 cups chicken stock1/2 lemon4 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, chopped finely1/2 cup dry white wine14 ounce can tomatoes in juice1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon cloves, ground1/2 teaspoon allspicesalt & pepper14 ounce can …

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Cabernet Sauvignon Beef Puff Pastry

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Print Recipe Wine Infused Beef Puff Pastry Yum The combination of fruity wine infused ground beef baked into a soft buttery puff pastry creates a wonderful combination of flavors. Pair it with sauteed vegetables or a light salad for a delightful meal. Course Dinner, Entrees Cuisine American Servings serving Ingredients 1 cup Cabernet Sauvignon1/8 cup minced shallots2 teaspoons granulated sugar1/2 …

Chicken Meatballs with Thai Chili Sauce

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I love to entertain. My goal at every gathering is to create a menu unique to the occasion.  Sometimes that includes preparing foods with my gluten-free and dairy-free guests in mind. Chicken Meatballs with Thai Chili Sauce is a recipe you can easily alter for your guests with food intolerance’s by using gluten-free bread crumbs and omitting the Parmesan cheese. …

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Carrot cake Jam

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I absolutely love homemade carrot cake! Especially if it’s piled high with a decadent cream cheese frosting on top. Funny story: last year, I hosted an exchange student from Peru.  Ignacia had never even heard of carrot cake but the thought of putting carrots in a cake was a completely crazy and unappealing idea to her.  I get that.  When …

Ginger Pear Preserve

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I am a child of a homemade jam making mother.  I grew up on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, toast, pancakes and waffles all slathered with homemade jams of every flavor.  So naturally, when I became a mother, I raised Jam eating kids too. One summer I dedicated my weekends to turning every type of berry I could get my hands …

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Gluten-Free Lemon Zucchini Bread Recipe

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Print Recipe How to Make Gluten-Free Lemon Zucchini Bread Yum Freshly baked with the perfect balance of flavors including a hint of lemon and a touch of sweetness. This may be your favorite gluten-free zucchini bread recipe. It’s just that good! Course Breads and Bakery Cuisine American Servings loafs Ingredients 3 eggs, beaten2 cups granulated sugar1 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon …

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Gluten-free, Dairy-free Coconut Lemon Bars

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Gluten-free, dairy-free Coconut Lemon Bars are lightly sweet, slightly sour, and make the perfect dessert to bring to your next party, backyard bbq, or enjoy at home when you are craving a little goodness. When I prepare desserts for my gatherings, I like to include a lemon flavored option since it’s always a welcomed offering for those who prefer a …