Rush Hour Recipes from National Bestseller Publishers Gooseberry Patch

Rush Hour Recipes Cookbook Review & Giveaway

I don’t know about you but sometimes it feels like I am cooking the same dinners every week around our house.  I think I have been in a cooking rut. The family doesn’t complain about having repeat meals but I sure was looking to mix it up a little with new recipes.  When I went [...]

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Best Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Ribs

I love turning on my slow cooker in the morning before I head out for a day of activities, and arriving home close to dinner time with a great tasting meal already made. It’s almost magical! Here’s my family’s favorite BBQ pork rib recipe. Hope you like it too! Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Ribs Ingredients: [...]

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Veggie Pizza Recipe

A great party recipe any time of year is Veggie Pizza by Pillsbury.com. I’ve always liked it at parties but never made it. It is so simple to make and everyone loves it, so why not take it to your next gathering? Great for both kids and adults. This recipe is easy. Veggie Pizza Recipe [...]

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Chili Lime Corn and Spinach Salad Recipe

I found another recipe that is a keeper from Pillsbury.com this holiday season, the Chili Lime Corn and Spinach Salad Recipe. It sure beats bringing a boring tossed salad to a holiday gathering or dinner party. Don’t let the name trick you into thinking it is spicy because it is not. It has flavor for [...]

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Crescent Brie Recipe

I’ve been finding a lot of excellent recipes on Pillsbury.com this season for appetizers, sides, salads, desserts, and more. The Pillsbury Crescent Brie Recipe is super easy to make and taste delicious. Perfect for parties anytime of year. This recipe is easy. Crescent Brie Recipe Ingredients 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls [...]

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Macaroon Kiss Cookies Recipe

This Macaroon Kiss Cookies Recipe is from my mother-in-law, Karen. She bakes the best cookies I’ve ever tasted. This recipe is one of my husband’s favorite cookie recipes, so I always make it at Christmas. Macaroon Kiss Cookies Recipe Ingredients 1/3 cup butter or margarine 3 oz. Cream cheese soft 3/4 cup sugar 1 egg [...]

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Easy Christmas Cookies

Two weeks ago, I baked 4 different kinds of Christmas Cookies with my good friend, Annlouise. Needless to say, with 2 kids in the house,  they are all gone! There are 2 kinds that are my husband’s favorite that I will bake from scratch including Chocolate Cherry Drops and Macaroon Kiss Cookies. However, I decided [...]

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Giada De Laurentiis for Target Makes Entertaining Easy

I enjoy trying new recipes, especially for special events and the holidays. I’m lucky that my family is so receptive. I was fortunate enough to be selected to participate in the Giada blog tour through Mom Central where I was able to try out a few Giada recipes with some fantastic new Giada products and [...]

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Spiced Coffee with Cinnamon Whipped Cream Recipe

Specialty coffees are very popular these days. Make your own with this Spiced Coffee with Cinnamon Whipped Cream Recipe by Giada De Laurentiis for Target. This recipe would would warm up any cold Winter’s night or holiday party. This recipe is easy. Spiced Coffee with Cinnamon Whipped Cream Recipe Recipe Courtesy of Giada De Laurentiis. [...]

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Tomato Basil Tartlets Recipe

This Tomato Basil Tartlets Recipe is easy to make with Giada De Laurentiis for Target Black Olive Tapenade and frozen puff pastry. It is full of flavor to delight your taste buds. This Tomato Basil Tartlets Recipe and more can be found by Giada De Laurentiis for Target. Tomato Basil Tartlets Recipe Recipe Courtesy of [...]

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Pea Pesto Crostini Recipe

Are you looking for a flavorful appetizer recipe? Try the Pea Pesto Crostini Recipe by Giada De Laurentiis for Target. I was recently introduced to some really delicious recipes that are easy to make and full of flavor. This recipe would be a hit at any holiday gathering and is quite festive in color. This [...]

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Pasta with Italian Sausage and Peppers Recipe

I have been finding some really delicious recipes on Pillsbury.com this winter. My kids loved the Penne with Italian Sausage and Peppers recipe. I modified it a bit to include ingredients I had in my kitchen. My husband and kids asked me to make this again – it’s a keeper! Pasta with Italian Sausage and [...]

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Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe

This recipe is courtesy of The Original Brat Hans® and made with their sausage. This recipe serves 6-8 people and is moderate in difficulty. Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe Ingredients: 1 TBSP olive oil 1 lb The Original Brat Hans® Spicy Andouille Chicken Sausage, sliced 1 lb ham, cubed 1 [...]

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Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce Recipe courtesy of Chef Kates with ALDI Test Kitchen. This recipe is easy to make, elegant to serve, and inexpensive when you purchase ingredients at ALDI. Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce Recipe Ingredients 1 Wheel Brie Cheese (I use edenVale brand from ALDI) 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (I use Southern Grove [...]

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Home Made Holiday Baby Food Recipes by The Original Baby Bullet

We all celebrate the holidays with special holiday recipes, why shouldn’t your baby enjoy a special meal too?  With The Original Baby Bullet™, you can prepare a special holiday meal for your baby in just minutes. Veronica reviewed the Original Baby Bullet and Baby Bullet Steamer earlier this season and raved about how parents can [...]