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Turkey Meatballs

Juicy turkey meatballs are perfect for weeknight spaghetti or subs. They’re so good, you can barely tell they’re better for you! This post is sponsored by Watkins. Years ago, I opted to skip beef and pork and instead use a lot of poultry in my meals. It’s been a fairly easy transition as most foods are just as good, and sometimes better, when made with poultry. At least I think so. The one challenge I had was making meatballs that my daughter would like as much as my old beef ...

honey pumpkin bread on rack with slices cut

Super moist honey pumpkin bread with a bit of cinnamon-infused butter and a coffee = the best fall morning of your life. I tried to hold off on posting a pumpkin recipe on the blog. I still have a summery recipe left that I want to post here before it starts cooling down. But I was thumbing through Easy Baking from Scratch which just released and came across the honey pumpkin bread and I couldn't resist. Actually, I was torn between the sugar and spice scones and the pumpkin ...

shards of white chocolate bark piled together

Nothing prettier than swirly mermaid white chocolate bark. Perfect as a sweet treat to snack on or have out for the kids! Last year we had a party for my daughter at one of those bounce/trampoline places that seem to be popping up everywhere. I made cupcakes, a mini cake, and I made some chocolate bark. I spent ages preparing everything and made the bark as a last-minute addition, and you know what? It ended up being the biggest hit of the entire party. The kids, adults, and ...

The best part of the morning is that amazing cup of coffee in the morning. Make it even better by adding a splash of this mocha coffee creamer! This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyMrCoffeeMoments #CollectiveBias There was a time when I was not much of a coffee drinker, but after years of early school mornings, I've become a true advocate for that delicious nectar. In many ways, I've also become a bit of a snob, ...

cupcakes being pipped with strawberry buttercream frosting

A creamy and velvety strawberry frosting you will want to put on everything! Learn the tricks to get the most amazing strawberry buttercream that bursts with flavor and a gorgeous natural pink color. Besides vanilla frosting, strawberry frosting is probably the American buttercream flavor that I make the most often. I love the bright ...

Thick, indulgent gingerbread hot chocolate that tastes like all the best things about cozy days inside. You know we love nothing more than a mug of hot chocolate when the weather is cold. We like to make our own favorite flavors and sit down together to watch a movie or give the kids hot chocolate when the adults make their ...

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BakeItYourself #CollectiveBias #BakeFromScratch One of my favorite pizza recipes - this chicken and broccoli pizza is a go-to for pizza night at my home! I first discovered chicken broccoli pizza at one of my local pizza ...

close up slice of apple pie showing layers of apples

Warm, cinnamon-infused apple pie encased in a flaky cheddar-studded apple pie. This cheddar apple pie may seem like an interesting combination, but it is completely irresistible. When it comes to dessert, I would say that after chocolate chip cookies, pies are my absolute favorite. I am a huge fan of a buttery, flaky pie crust. Plus ...

There’s nothing like hanging out with a creamy peanut butter cocktail during the holidays! This post is sponsored by the National Peanut Board. My favorite thing about peanut butter is just how versatile it is. Not only does it make the best sandwiches ever created by human beings, but you can use it in savory foods (hello, chicken satay) ...

This creamy, delicious fall-inspired dip is perfect for your holiday get-togethers! Everyone will fall in love with this unique caramel apple dip. There is something about fall that makes me want caramel apple in every form possible. It isn't enough to simply eat caramel apples. I need to have it in any way possible like apple cider ...

pecan pie brownies on parchment with glass of milk

Fudgy pecan pie brownies are the best of both worlds. Irresistible pecan pie topping and my favorite fudgy brownies. Utter perfection. This post has been sponsored by the makers of ZIPLOC® Brand."+ NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE . All thoughts and opinions are ...

There is nothing better than Thanksgiving leftovers! Turning them into turkey sliders are the best way to give our Thanksgiving favorites new life! This post has been sponsored by SC Johnson makers of the Ziploc® brand. All thoughts and opinions are ...

The most luscious, velvety, and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting you will ever try. Be prepared to want to eat this buttercream frosting recipe by the spoon! There are two types of people in the world. Those who love frosting, and those who ...

process photo layering cream and wafers on cake

There is always room for dessert when it comes to this amazing banana pudding poke cake. This is the quick and easy cake recipe you will want to show off all the time. Ever since falling in love with poke cakes, I've been wanting to try ...

Turkey Meatballs

Honey Pumpkin Bread

White Chocolate Bark

Mocha Coffee Creamer

Strawberry Frosting

Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Chicken Broccoli Pizza

Cheddar Apple Pie

Peanut Butter Cocktail

Caramel Apple Dip

Pecan Pie Brownies

Turkey Sliders Meal Kit

Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Banana Pudding Poke Cake