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September 5, 2019
main dishes Recipes

Vegan Casserole with Potatoes and Green Beans

baking dish with vegan casserole on picnic table

What makes a great family meal?  MUST-HAVE Vegan Casserole with Potatoes and Green Beans made from scratch is clean eating comfort food. Goodbye to processed food casseroles from our childhood and hello to the taste of garden fresh vegetables, creamy sauce and a crunchy topping!No more mushy, bland and boring casseroles! Crisp green beans and yummy potatoes covered with a light vegan cheesy sauce and topped with bread crumbs will change your mind. Easy to make and perfect for all ... continue reading...


September 20, 2019
appetizers & starters Recipes side dishes

Stuffed Hot Peppers (Baked not Fried)

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Stuffed hot peppers (baked not fried) are far from the greasy bar food of your memories, but with all the flavor! Great to spice up an everyday meal or add to your next party spread. Use up those summer peppers at their peak.So why are these stuffed hot peppers such a great appetizer? Delicious, of course, but also healthier and less messy than fried gooey poppers. You will love the creamy filling topped with crunchy panko crumbs and a zesty finish. They are small in size but really big ... continue reading...


August 6, 2019
Recipes side dishes

Summer Pasta Salad with Orzo

image of summer pasta salad with orzo in wooden bowl

Colorful summer pasta salad with orzo is a fresh salad that is light and easy to make.  What is not to like about a healthy and filling veggie packed pasta salad that feeds a crowd and can be made ahead? Skip the store-bought prepared salad and give it a try!This Mediterranean style salad is quick to assemble. Perfect for entertaining with a splashy style that tastes as good as it looks.  And best of all, no last minute prep work. What makes this a great go-to pasta salad? Enjoy summer ... continue reading...


September 20, 2019
breads breakfast dessert Recipes

Blueberry Lemon Pound Cake

blueberry lemon pound cake

Moist Blueberry Lemon Pound Cake is bursting with fresh fruity flavor and topped with a sweet lemon glaze.  Who doesn’t like cake for breakfast? Just perfect for slicing up and serving for brunch, snacks and dessert.This is a great pound cake to make during blueberry season but a ray of sunshine throughout the year.  Filled with blueberries that will not sink to the bottom and fresh lemon flavor that won’t disappoint.  Blueberries, lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice with a touch of ... continue reading...


September 6, 2019
appetizers & starters breakfast Recipes side dishes

Savory Scones with Asparagus and Cheddar

stacked savory asparagus scones

Warm savory scones with asparagus and cheddar fresh out of the oven are heavenly.  These scones are delicious for breakfast or can be enjoyed as an appetizer or side dish. Asparagus and cheddar are the perfect partners to the internationally beloved scone.What is the Difference between a Scone and a Biscuit? A scone is not as airy and flaky as a biscuit. Although it can have layers, the texture is meant to be crumbly. Scones are made without eggs.  They are slightly dryer than a biscuit ... continue reading...


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