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Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Go to Post: Hash Brown Breakfast CasseroleFrozen hash browns, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and cottage cheese baked into eggs in a 9×13-inch dish until set and golden. Assemble it the night before for an easy holiday or weekend brunch.
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Chili Cheese Dip
Go to Post: Chili Cheese DipCream cheese, cheddar, salsa, and a can of chili baked together in a 9×13 dish at 425°F until bubbly and golden on top. Ready in about 30 minutes and feeds 12.
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Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
Go to Post: Parmesan Crusted PotatoesThick slices of russet potato pressed into a Parmesan, panko, garlic, and herb coating, then baked at 425°F until the crust is golden and crisp and the inside is soft. About 50 minutes start to finish.
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Jalapeño Cranberry Dip
Go to Post: Jalapeño Cranberry DipWhipped cream cheese topped with a chilled layer of fresh cranberries, jalapeño, green onion, cilantro, and lime. Sweet, tart, and a little spicy, with about 15 minutes of hands-on work.
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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!
