Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies: Soft Chewy Holiday Treats

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Brown Sugar Pecan Sugar Cookies combine a classic sugar cookie base with a brown sugar frosting and crunchy toasted pecans for a warm, festive treat. *Ad – This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Crisco®. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Dessert Now Dinner Later possible. The holidays always inspire … Read more

Homemade Apple Butter Recipe: Smooth, Spiced & Shelf-Stable

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Apple butter is thicker than applesauce, with a deep caramelized flavor and warm spices. It makes a wonderful spread, topping, or snack. This homemade apple butter recipe is simple to prepare from scratch on the stovetop in about two hours. Fall is a perfect time for apple picking. Along with making and freezing apple pie … Read more

Classic Dutch Apple Cream Pie Recipe for Irresistible Dessert

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The 4th of July is coming up, and it’s the perfect time to share my favorite apple pie: Dutch Apple Cream Pie. This version uses fresh apples, a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese, and a crunchy cinnamon streusel. It’s a family favorite for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, and it’s easy to make year-round. … Read more

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Crispy Strawberry & Greek Yogurt Stuffed French Toast

I don’t usually eat a large breakfast, but every so often it’s nice to enjoy something more interesting than cold cereal. Treating yourself occasionally won’t derail a healthy lifestyle — moderation is key. This stuffed French toast is a special breakfast that feels indulgent without being over the top.

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Cookies and Cream Monkey Bread Recipe for Irresistible Dessert

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Cookies and Cream Monkey Bread is a decadent pull-apart bread made with crushed Oreo cookies, melty white chocolate chips, and a tangy cream cheese icing. This easy Oreo monkey bread is perfect warm and shareable for dessert or a special brunch. *This post is brought to you by Rhodes Bake-N-Serv. Thanks for supporting the brands … Read more

Rustic Thanksgiving Crostata: Savory Pumpkin and Apple Tart

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Happy Thanksgiving! I’m grateful for a healthy, happy family, my faith in God and Jesus Christ, and the hope and guidance that faith brings. I’m thankful for good friends, a warm home, clothes, running clean water, hot showers, electricity (I’d be lost without it), cars, computers—and, of course, food.

I love food more than I probably should. I’ve lost about 43 pounds in the past year and I work hard to keep it off, but food is still my passion.

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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo Recipe for Quick Weeknight Meals

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We served this as a side dish for our homemade Valentine’s dinner last month and it was such a hit I had to share it. My husband thought he had the whole meal timed perfectly, but he’s not always great at coordinating multiple dishes at once, so I stepped in to help. He did most of the work — I only nudged things along. Don’t tell him I said that, wink wink.

I helped prepare this Garlic Parmesan Orzo and we both loved the result. Orzo has a rice-like shape and texture but with a bit more bite, which makes it a great base for a simple, flavorful sauce. We’ll definitely make this again soon — I think even our kids would enjoy it. They didn’t try it that night since they had a heart-shaped cheese pizza, while we enjoyed Kansas City rubbed steaks, this orzo, and honey-glazed carrots. Still, I’m confident they’ll love this side dish as much as we did.

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Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe: Savory Ground Lamb Casserole

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This Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting, easy weeknight dinner: seasoned ground beef and vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, topped with fluffy garlic mashed potatoes and a sprinkle of cheddar. A classic favorite for chilly nights or St. Patrick’s Day gatherings. Hearty, comforting, and straightforward, this Shepherd’s Pie combines savory thyme and Worcestershire with browned … Read more

Zesty Lemon Cupcake Recipe with Light Lemon Frosting

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This lemon cupcakes recipe yields light, fluffy, and moist cupcakes. Made from scratch with real lemons, they deliver a bright tangy-sweet citrus flavor that lemon lovers will enjoy. These lemon cupcakes are almost as quick as a boxed mix but far fresher, using 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice and grated lemon zest for real … Read more