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Have Breakfast for Dinner Tonight

Wondering what to make for dinner tonight? Skip traditional main meals and serve breakfast for dinner. It's something I love to do from time to time and it's always a big hit. Cherie Szilvagyi's (Deckerville, MI) Spicy Sausage Gravy For...

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Go-To Egg Salad Recipes

Egg salad has been a family favorite since the early 1800s. Whoever was the brilliant home cook who decided to mix mayonnaise and hard-boiled eggs truly deserves a medal. Now we load our go-to egg salad recipe with celery, seasonings,...

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Roast Chicken Side Dishes

Tender and juicy meat with crispy skin, there's nothing better than a roast chicken. It's comforting, makes the kitchen smell amazing while roasting, and is impressive when served. If you're looking for an easy roast chicken recipe, check out the...

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17 Salmon Recipes To Make ASAP

Need some salmon recipe inspiration? We’re here for you. Low in saturated fat and a great source of protein, salmon is full of healthy nutrients you need in your diet. However, finding variety in salmon recipes can be hard. That’s...

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Easy Spaghetti Recipes for Tonight’s Dinner

When thinking about what topic I should share this week, spaghetti came to mind. I always have a box in my pantry and it's a great (and inexpensive) way to bulk up a meal. Spaghetti and meatballs are delicious, but...

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Coffee Shop Favorites

Taking a trip to a local coffee shop is fun, but boy, do the costs add up quickly. A few runs a week, and you could have gone out for a steak dinner. Instead, make some of your coffee shop...

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Healthier Recipes Game Day

When the big game is on, it's about indulging. But we're also trying to stick to our New Year's resolutions about eating better. The compromise? Healthier recipes for game day. They're big on flavor, still indulgent, but fewer calories than...

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10 Game Day Desserts

Bars, cookies, and cupcakes are delicious game day desserts. The recipes make a large batch, can serve a crowd, and they're grab-and-go treats. So, no need for you to stand by a table and slice pieces of cake for guests....

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Game-Day Chicken Wings

Every year my Super Bowl menu changes. But there is one thing that I always make - chicken wings. They're always a crowd favorite and I can suit the recipe based on everyone's taste buds. These game-day chicken wings are...

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Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

Valentine's Day reservations can be hard to secure and many times there's a fixed menu. This year, instead of just making a choice off the menu, prepare a feast filled with your favorites at home. From appetizers to main meals,...

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Super Snacks for the Big Game

After an exciting (or maybe long) 18-week season, the ultimate football Sunday is around the corner. While some will be cheering on their favorite teams, others use the big game to enjoy ALL the appetizers. Super Bowl Sunday isn't complete...

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Main Meals for Game Day

Chili is a football mainstay (check out a collection of chili recipes here). But not everyone wants (or likes) chili. That's where these main meals for game day come into play. They're simple to make, and tasty foods that may...

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20 Recipes You’ll Make Again and Again

What's the saying... "If something isn't broke, don't fix it?" We think that should apply to recipes too! If a meal is popular with the family and gets kids to clear their plates, that's a plus in our book. From...

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Super Snacks for Football’s Biggest Day

People have different reasons for attending a Super Bowl party. Some are there to watch the game, others only care about the commercials, while for some people food rules the day. And neither is wrong! Personally, I'm a mix of...

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12 Ways To Make a Pot of Chili

Winter is chili season! It's a hearty dinner on a cold night and you can't watch football without a bowl. One reason we love chili so much is that it's customizable. Make a pot of chili with ground beef, ground...

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10 Recipes That Feature Fritos

Wondering what to do with that bag of Fritos in your pantry? These recipes help bring your favorite corn chips to life. By adding Fritos to your casseroles, salads, chili and more, it elevates your meal to a whole new...

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Nostalgic Dinner Recipes That’ll Make You a Kid Again

Ever walk into a kitchen, and the smell takes you back to being in the kitchen with grandma? Or, take a bite and remember sitting around the dinner table with your parents? We've gathered 20 nostalgic dinner recipes that will...

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8 Delicious Crock Pot Pasta Dishes

Your slow cooker isn't just for pot roast and pulled pork. Did you know you can make a pasta dinner in it too? Yup, and we've found 8 delicious Crock Pot pasta dishes you can make for dinner this week....

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Slow Cooker Recipes for the Big Game

The big game is around the corner! It's a Sunday where calories don't count, and you're guaranteed to enjoy good food. I love to make slow cooker recipes for the big game because it frees up the oven for other...

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No-fuss Dinners in 5 Steps or Less

No matter if you're a mom shuttling kids to events, working a full-time job, or having a day of appointments, life can get busy. Even on those days when every minute seems to be planned, dinner still needs to be...