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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup
Go to Post: Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese SoupInstant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup is thick, creamy, and loaded with sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack. Ready in about 1 hour, yields 10 servings.
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Roasted Maple Parmesan Carrots
Go to Post: Roasted Maple Parmesan CarrotsRoasted Maple Parmesan Carrots bake at 400°F for 23–25 minutes — maple syrup, cinnamon, and parmesan transform whole carrots into a 6-serving side.
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Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip
Go to Post: Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke DipJalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip is the classic baked spinach artichoke dip with a kick. Cream cheese, parmesan, sour cream, and mayo make the creamy base, and chopped jarred jalapeños run all the way through it with the spinach and artichoke hearts. It bakes until the edges bubble, then goes under the broiler for a minute…
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Peppermint Patty Brownies
Go to Post: Peppermint Patty BrowniesRich, fudgy brownies with a layer of peppermint chocolate baked right through the middle and a glossy top that’ll gets everyone reaching for a square!
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Hi, I’m Sara!
I am a mom to two young children, and like many parents, I don’t have endless time to spend cooking. My goal is to create flavorful, filling recipes that come together quickly with ingredients you may already have on hand.
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Delicious Dijon chicken! The whole family loved it, and it was so easy to make. Will be a regular on our menu from now on.
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I am so amazed at this soup! Found this recipe last year and have made it multiple times; it is TOO delicious!
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I had all the ingredients already, so I whipped this up for a quick and healthy dinner for my family. It was very flavorful and easy to make!
