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Healthier Meal Ideas for the New Year (That Taste Good)

It's nearly January which means I try to reset my eating habits. I thoroughly enjoyed all the Christmas goodies (and I probably enjoyed sweets, in general, a little more in 2020). Just because I'm making it a goal to eat...

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10 Low Carb Desserts for New Year’s Eve

Whether you've decided to shift eating habits a few days early or have been following a low carb lifestyle for a while, you don't need to say goodbye to sweets. Celebrate the end of the year and better times ahead...

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24 Low-Key New Year’s Eve Recipes

Everyone is ready to say goodbye to this year with the weirdest New Year’s Eve ever. No matter how you need to eat your feelings - appetizers only, a fancy family dinner, or just skipping to desserts - we have...

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10 Ways To Eat Black-Eyed Peas

Would you believe black-eyed peas aren't a pea? They're beans. Southern tradition says if you eat them on New Year's Day your year will be lucky and prosperous. There are two speculations on how this tradition began. First, it's thought...

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What to Do With Leftover Christmas Dinner

Even though fewer people will be at my table, I'm still making a larger ham because I love leftovers. Mashed potatoes and stuffing are always a staple and I'm pretty sure I'll have extras of those too. So, I'm planning...

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19 Make-Ahead Christmas Morning Recipes

Nobody should have to spend Christmas morning working in the kitchen, so that’s where these breakfast recipes come in! All these recipes can be made ahead of time, then popped in the oven so you can enjoy opening presents with...

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21 Christmas Eve Apps

Meatballs and dips and cheeseballs, oh my! These 21 easy Christmas Eve appetizers are a guaranteed hit, plus they'll put you on Santa's nice list. With appetizers that will tickle everyone’s taste buds (no matter how picky they are), you'll...

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12 Gingerbread Recipes Filled With Spice

When you hear gingerbread what comes to mind? Cookies? Cake? A loaf of bread? There are a wide variety of gingerbread sweets. Gingerbread is a universal word that can mean many things. Basically, it's a baked good filled with spices...

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10 Coffee Cake Recipes for Christmas Morning

What goes best with coffee on Christmas morning? Coffee cake! Fun fact - rarely does coffee cake actually contain coffee. It got its name because it's meant to be enjoyed with coffee or tea. Thought to have originated in Northern/Central...

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16 Christmas Dessert Recipes

Tis the season for cookies and pie and gingerbread, and we’re so excited to celebrate! There’s something so magical about listening to Christmas carols while baking in the kitchen. Whether you’re making gifts to give, cookies to leave for Santa,...

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Christmas Day Recipes You Can Make in a Pressure Cooker

Want to free up space in the oven while cooking on Christmas day? Then get out your pressure cooker! A pressure cooker can be your best friend when preparing a holiday meal because it cuts down on cooking time. From...

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Easy Christmas Dinner Recipes

For me, Christmas dinner is going to look different this year. I'm not spending it with my family as usual, but I plan to prepare an easy and delicious meal for the family I'm with. There are recipes I traditionally...

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18 Deliciously Festive Christmas Cheesecake Recipes

Creamy, luscious, and oh-so-delicious, man-oh-man do we love cheesecake! There are so many festive variations of cheesecake that are begging to be made for the holidays. From peppermint to pecan pie to chocolate to eggnog, indulge in all your favorite...

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17 Christmas Potluck Side Dish Recipes

We love holiday potlucks! With everyone in charge of feeding the crowd, the dinner spread will be a smorgasbord of yummy. No matter what dish you're assigned, these recipes are perfect for your next Christmas potluck. Easy and oh-so-good, you’ll...

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12 Festive Hanukkah Food Crafts

With the kids home during Hanukkah, it’s the perfect time to create these Hanukkah food crafts! Check out these clever holiday ideas to make, decorate, and give for Hanukkah. We promise the whole family will love these fun and festive...

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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls To Start Your Day

Buttery, soft, full of cinnamon flavor, and dripping in sweet icing, we can't think of a better way to start the day than with freshly baked cinnamon rolls. We're sharing a variety of cinnamon roll recipes your family is guaranteed...

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Christmas Cookies for Your Holiday Movie Night

Come Thanksgiving, my DVR begins getting a workout. Why? That's when cheesy Christmas movies start airing on TV. I always figure out the endings but I can't stop watching them. Since I'm home more this holiday season, each weekend I...

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17 of the Most Delicious Christmas Cookies

Tis' the season to bake and Christmas cookies are at the top of the list. From snickerdoodle to sugar cookies, coffee laced ginger molasses cookies to oatmeal carmelitas, there's nothing more comforting at Christmastime than freshly baked cookies. They are...

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25 Easy Christmas Recipes

First time making Christmas dinner? We’re here to help! Check out this super easy Christmas menu with family tested and approved recipes that anyone can make. From appetizers to main dishes to sides to desserts, make your holiday delicious with...

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Edible Christmas Gifts Guaranteed To Spread Joy

This year we can all use a little cheer. Make it a season to remember for your family and friends with homemade edible Christmas gifts. From salty to sweet recipes, we've found treats to suit everyone's taste buds. Wrap them...