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Recipes That Use Dried Cranberries

Wondering how to use that big bag of dried cranberries you bought for one recipe? We have a variety of delicious ideas for you! All of these fall recipes use dried cranberries to elevate the meal. From pork loin to...

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Recipe Ideas for Thanksgiving Dinner

We all have our favorite Thanksgiving recipes we make every holiday. Sometimes, though, it's fun to switch things up. If you're looking to put together a menu with traditional recipes that your family hasn't tried before, these recipe ideas for...

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Classic Thanksgiving Dinner Menu

There’s just something magical about a classic Thanksgiving dinner menu. Loading your plate full of mom’s traditional holiday recipes feels like a warm hug. From mashed potatoes to cornbread dressing to turkey to cranberry sauce, these tried-and-true recipes belong on...

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5 Must-Have Spices for the Holidays

We pulled from over 1,600 Blue Ribbon-winning Thanksgiving and Christmas recipes to determine the most used holiday ingredients for home cooks. And these are the 5 spices you need for the holiday season. While you will definitely need your pantry...

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12 Chicken Casserole Recipes That Will Make Dinner Easy

When there don't seem to be enough hours in a day thinking about what to make for dinner can seem overwhelming. That's when you need to look at your recipe box and pick out a chicken casserole recipe. They are...

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Easy Casserole Recipes for Weeknight Meals

With the hectic weekdays and cooking that goes into them, having easy casserole recipes for weeknight meals is ideal. They'll feed a family and leftovers are a delicious lunch. Here are five Blue Ribbon recipes to have handy this holiday...

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16 Recipes That Use Candy Corn

Who else buys a bag of Candy Corn every Halloween season, but never uses or eats it? We know we do. That’s why we started to look for tasty uses for this Halloween candy. No matter if you love or...

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Fantastic Fall Entertaining Recipes

There are many reasons for entertaining in the fall. Friends over for a casual dinner party, snacks for a lazy afternoon at home, a spread for Sunday football, and more. We're sharing fantastic fall entertaining recipes so you won't have...

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Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes

When temperatures drop, there's one thing that rises - the number of people coming down with a cold. How many times has grandma suggested a bowl of comforting chicken noodle soup rather than heading to a doctor? She may have...

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Creative Uses for Apple Cider

A fun weekend activity is heading to an orchard to go apple picking. Fall and apples go hand in hand. Besides grabbing a ton of apples, you can't leave without fresh apple cider. Tart and sweet, it's a fall must-have....

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Halloween-Themed Party Treats

While I may have outgrown trick or treating, I still love to celebrate Halloween. This weekend, I'm hosting a costume party for friends. I thought it would be fun to serve some Halloween-themed party treats for everyone to enjoy. "This...

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Pork Recipes Perfect for Dinner

Pork is a versatile and easy-to-cook protein. It can be roasted, pan-fried, baked, or slow-cooked. And, there are lots of cuts to choose from - pork chops, pork cutlets, ribs, pork loin, pork shoulder, and more. So, based on what...

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Southern Comfort Food Favorites

The South is known for many things, and comfort food is one of them. Sausage and biscuits, creamy grits, banana pudding, chicken fried steak, cornbread, sweet potato pie ... taste buds start salivating when thinking about Southern classics. While there...

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22 Butternut Squash Dinner Recipes

We love when butternut squash is in season! From chili to pasta to one-pan meals, butternut squash is so delicious in many of our favorite fall dinner recipes. Not only does this vegetable amp the flavor of your dish, but...

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Fall-Inspired Pie Recipes

If you love making a pie, fall flavors take baking to another level. Pumpkin and apple are quintessential fall pies. This season, though, why not incorporate other easy pie recipes? Think sweet potato, caramel, butterscotch, pecan, and more. Who doesn't...

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Cozy Chili Recipes

If you're looking for a new chili recipe for game day or need an easy dinner, these cozy chili recipes hit the spot. There's an assortment of styles that'll suit everyone. "This chili had the whole house smelling wonderful all...

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10 Chicken Dinners for Fall

Chicken is always a go-to option for dinner, and that's no different when fall arrives. With a neutral flavor, chicken can take tons of seasonings and pairs nicely with sauces. So, up the flavors in your dinnertime menu with these...

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Cheesy Crock Pot Dip Recipes

There’s nothing better than a cheesy crock pot dip on football Sunday! Just grab chips, pretzels or veggies, turn on the game and dig in. And there’s so many varieties of ooey gooey slow cooker dips too! From buffalo to...

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Healthy Fall Recipe Ideas

These healthy recipes are full of all the flavors of fall. Apple, sweet potato, butternut squash, corn, pumpkin, and Brussels sprouts are delicious (and nutritious) additions to fall recipes. Salads, sheet pan meals, chilis, and more recipes that highlight your...

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An Apple a Day Makes for Happy Taste Buds

I love apple anything year round. But once fall is really in full effect, I weave it into my daily cooking and baking. From breakfast to dessert, these Blue Ribbon recipes are filled with apples. "Rarely do I not have...