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Puffy Chicken Tacos

Nothing beats a restaurant-style Mexican dish made easy! And just in time for Cinco de Mayo, you'll HAVE to take notes! My slow-cooked, decadent chicken birria meets oey gooey pepperjack cheese and fresh toppings, wrapped together in a crispy flour tortilla. I'm in taco heaven. Hope you all enjoy another fabulous recipe!

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Indian-Spiced Grilled Chicken Caesar Wraps

The name is a mouth-full, but you're not gonna want to miss a single bite of this dish!! Simple spices combine in my delicious Indian-Spiced Grilled Chicken, sliced and served atop a Caesar salad wrap! Flavors combine in a way I'm sure you've never tried, and it is absolutely to die for. I hope you all enjoy as much as we did!

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Spaghetti a la Caprese

Hello, once again! The holidays came and went in a flash and now with the New Year in full force I can’t be the only one wanting to simplify and organize and make healthy beautiful dinners that are not only easy on the budget but easy in the kitchen. The cold makes me dream about our long summer days full of straight-from-the-garden produce, fresh flavors, and eating supper while watching the sun set in magical colors.

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Spicy Chicken Fajitas

Today, we're cooking Tex-Mex, southwestern style!! And I couldn't be more excited... I recently had fajitas from a restaurant and knew I could make it even better myself... so I did! Simple ingredients are key here, so you can leave room to layer flavors when you serve! Spicy and flavorful chicken, with perfectly cooked vegetables, layered on tortilla with sour cream, salsa, cheese, and avocado... I'm getting hungry all over again... Hope you all enjoy the new recipe! Happy cooking!

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Christmas Brulée Ham

This ham is so good, it'll be half-eaten by the time it gets set on the holiday table! Brulée sounds fancy, but it's not at all! It makes the simplest and most delicious Christmas Ham. Grab your torch and give it a try! Also, stay tuned for a bonus recipe - Cranberry Holiday Cocktail! Hope you all enjoy, and Happy Holidays!

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Thanksgiving Pumpkin Bisque

We're already prepping for the upcoming holidays... what's on you thanksgiving menu?? If you haven't made one quite yet (no rush ;) ), then do you self a favor and add this one to the list!! Never has a fancy and delicious bisque been easier, but the combination of ingredients pairs perfectly with cool weather and family get-togethers. Pumpkin absolutely belongs on the holiday menu, so give it a try!! And let me know what your guests think! Enjoy!!

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Old Fashioned Cheesy Hash Brown & Ham Casserole

Break out your Cream of Chicken Soup for this most rustic, old-fashioned entree! I was inspired by an old cookbook and the upcoming holidays to concoct the perfect casserole, fitted with the staples: cheese, potatoes, ham, and BUTTER! Your family will thank you when you bring this to the next family event... and rightfully so! Hope you all enjoy!!

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Pumpkin Pie Squares

It's that time of year once again... time to dig out your pumpkin pie spice from the back of your spice cabinet!! Today, I am making an old Czech recipe I grew up on... easy and delectable pumpkin pie squares! Just a simple list of ingredients, and a few easy steps, and this fall dessert will be a family-favorite from halloween to thanksgiving dinner! Hope you all enjoy as much as we did, and happy cooking!

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