Best Ever Dark Chocolate Brownies

Posted on October 28, 2020
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Because there is nothing more comforting than warm, rich chocolate. Every once in a while, my mom goes on a diet. I get it. She wants to feel stronger, more energetic, healthier. I think it’s great. But I also know there’s one sure fire way to derail it. Warm, slightly , chocolately brownies are the…

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Reduced Sugar, Absolutely Amazing, Mixed Berry Jam

Posted on May 6, 2020
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With Texas Poteet Strawberries, Wild Blackberries, and Luscious Blueberries I am absolutely in love with making jam. I discovered this passion when I was watching Alton Brown’s original Good Eats program, in which he described the safest methods of canning. I was intrigued. How difficult would it be to make jam safely?? Turns out…. not…

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Parmesan Tomato Bisque

Posted on October 9, 2019
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Yeah, it’s seriously so good. You know when you feel like you MIGHT be catching a cold? Your throat is scratchy, and you’re sniffling, and you aren’t sick enough to skip school (or work, I guess), but you’re too sick to want to DO anything? You know what I’m talking about! When I was a…

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Pumpkin Bisque with Smoked Gouda

Posted on October 7, 2019
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You’ll never look at pumpkin the same. Honestly, when I first heard of this soup, I can’t say that I was excited to make it. To me, pumpkin was sweet, something I looked forward to in coffee and pie. I am totally a PSL girl! BUT… my mom had this recipe from a long time…

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Classic Corn Chowder

Posted on October 3, 2019
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Comfort Food Without the Guilt! When I started cooking for my (vegetarian) auntie last year, it was a real eye-opener. It’s amazing to me how many of my favorite soups call for bacon. I guess it makes sense… bacon has such a strong flavor! It’s salty and savory and definitely a comfort food. But if…

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