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How To Turn A Weeknight Meal Into A Feast

Since getting married, my husband informed me that he likes turkey more than ham.  So we now buy turkey from the deli instead of the usual ham I grew up with.

I do not mind because I truly like all the options, but I miss ham every now and then and will even stop by Subway to pick up a ham and cheese sub to satisfy that little ham craving I get every now and then. It is not like I cannot live without ham, I just really enjoy it every now and then.The kind of ham I really like is a good old fashioned honey spiral ham like the kind you get at Christmas parties. It is thick, juicy and is stuck to the bone.  The honey brown sugar coating on it is delicious and I love keeping any leftovers to throw in some soups such as split pea.

Now, the little problem with this ham is that it takes forever to make and occupies my oven for quite a while, which is kind of annoying.

Well, ladies and gentlemen, I have found the solution to that: slow cooker honey ham.  It is juicy and delicious, just as if it were out of the oven!

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Quick Tip: Baste every thirty minutes to ensure a juicy ham.

What Are You Having For Dinner Tonight?

When I am looking for recipes that give me a nostalgic feeling I often turn to stuffed green peppers.

As a kid, both my mother and grandmother would make these little gems of goodness. You would think that stuffed peppers would take a long time to make but they honestly don’t. They certainly taste like you’ve been slaving away in the kitchen. I adore the recipe that I came across on the next page as it is very easy to follow and the ingredients are quite simple. You’ll be serving up some stuffed pepper smiles in no time flat! So, what are you waiting for?

I like to make a dessert to go along with these stuffed peppers and apple pie sounds like it would hit the spot.

What sweet treat will serve after dinner tonight?

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Quick Tip: Side salads with Italian dressing go great with these peppers…just sayin’ 🙂

You May Never Go Back To The Old Way Again

Have you ever wanted something different than the norm? We often have taco Tuesdays at my house and I tend to make the same spread.

We will have taco shells, taco fixins’, rice, and refried beans. Well, lately I’ve been trying to eat fewer carbs and sugar so I set out on a search for taco shells that were low carb. Guess what I found? A recipe for taco shells that are NO CARB. How cool is that?! And get this, they are super easy to make and only contain one ingredient. Just one! Can you guess what that ingredient is? Cheese! Who doesn’t like cheese? Not this girl!

These low-carb taco shells are super easy to make and give you all the crunch of traditional shells.

Fill them up with your favorite seasoned meat, veggies, and sauces. Enjoy!

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Quick Tip: Up the ante on these cheesy and noodly little muffins and toss in some bacon and spinach to the mix.

Don’t Tell Me You Haven’t Tried This Cake Yet!

I’m sure most of you are well aware of what it’s like to constantly battle with time. I know they say the most successful people in the world have the exact same hours in a day as all of us, but it sure doesn’t always feel that way!

Between my job, my husband who works nights, and all the voluntary work, I often struggle trying to find time for one of my favorite things in the world – baking! I know you can get all kinds of delicious treats right from the store, but it just isn’t the same as making them yourself.

Lately I’ve been collecting recipes that are easy to make; the kind of cakes I can manage to whip up whenever I have an hour of free time. This recipe is one of my favorites! If you want a really quick and easy Southern dessert, this buttermilk cake is a great choice. All you need to remember is to use room temperature ingredients, and the rest of it is super easy.

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Quick Tip: Bring butter and eggs to room temperature before you start baking.

That Meringue Takes This Key Lime Pie To The Next Level

It’s hard to forget the first time I ever tasted key lime pie. I was 10, and for some reason I had never even heard of this wonderful dessert before. My parents took me to this small, family-owned restaurant during our vacation. I was looking at the menu and I thought it sounded really weird that they were serving a pie with keys in it. Haha! It’s funny how kids think sometimes, isn’t it? My mother explained what the name was about, and I really wanted to give it a try.

Oh boy, it was delicious! It was one of those flavors I will never forget. I even got to meet the lovely lady who made the pie. She was the grandma of the family – she and her husband had started the restaurant decades ago, and she still came in every day to make the most amazing desserts for their customers.

When I grew up and got interested in baking, I decided I had to try and make key lime pie just as delicious some day. This recipe is it! The meringue on top makes this even more special, and every time I have a slice of this pie, it takes me right back to that day of our vacation.

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Quick Tip: Margarine can be used instead of butter.

If You Enjoy Grilled Chicken As Much As I Do, You’re Going To LOVE This Recipe

I do love chicken pretty much any way it’s prepared, but it’s so much fun trying to find new ways to cook something even more delicious. It’s a never-ending game, right? Even if you tried a new chicken recipe twice a week, there’s always going to be new ones. And I’m more than ok with that! Who wouldn’t love trying tasty meals and making their family happy?

One of my latest favorites is this super scrumptious recipe. First of all, it’s grilled – but that’s not the only thing I love about it. I do believe it’s the amazing sauce that makes this chicken so incredible.

You can make your own tweaks to this recipe – who knows, maybe it’ll turn out even more delicious! But I highly recommend you give it a go “as is”, first, before you change anything. Just because I think this is already so close to perfection.

This is the perfect summer dish and you can serve it anytime. Whether it’s a special occasion or a weeknight meal, this grilled chicken will always be a hit!

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Quick Tip: Mix the marinade in a large, resealable plastic bag, then put the chicken breast in the bag.

When It Comes To Baked Pasta, You Can’t Go Wrong With More Cheese

My best friend was from a very loud and loving Italian family, so I was often invited for dinner and I learned to love all the traditional dishes. It would have been a nightmare for someone who was trying to avoid carbs, but gosh, was it delicious! Baked pasta was something my mother never used to make – until I brought home the recipe.

Cheese was an essential part of making this baked pasta. And not just one cheese, but a whole bunch of different kinds. I think that’s what makes this the tastiest recipe out there – and if you ARE trying to avoid carbs or watch your weight, maybe you should skip this one right now…

However, if you’re having a cheat day or if you just love Italian food as much as I do, you’ve come to the right place! This makes such an amazing meal that you’ll forget about your calorie intake when you’re stuffing your face with this. And even if you don’t, it’s still worth every sinful bite.

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Quick Tip: Use your favorite pasta shells for this!