Christmas Brunch Casserole

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I have always loved having a hearty breakfast on Christmas morning, after all the gifts have been opened. This Christmas Brunch Casserole is just perfect, since it can be prepared the day ahead and simply popped into the oven on Christmas morning. Ingredients:1 pound bacon2 onions chopped2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms1 tablespoon butter4 cups frozen… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Strawberry Pretzel Salad

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This delicious Strawberry Pretzel Salad is perfect for the holidays! This is one of 2 jello salads that I like to make and will be on our Christmas buffet this year. Enjoy! Ingredients 2 cups crushed pretzels3/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons white sugar  1 8 ounce package cream cheese softened 1 cup white sugar1 8 ounce… Continue Reading…

Fantastic Focaccia Stuffing Recipe | Thanksgiving Sides With A Twist

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It’s time for Monday’s Menu! Here is a fantastic recipe for Focaccia Stuffing. It’s a fun Italian twist on an old favorite! Fantastic Focaccia Stuffing Recipe Ingredients 1 loaf(s) focaccia bread, cubed (about 8 cups) 4 tablespoon(s) pine nuts 3 tablespoon(s) olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 clove(s) garlic, minced 6  sundried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped 1/2 cup(s) marinated… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake

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I have been searching the web for some different desserts to make for Thanksgiving next week. I love pumpkin pie just as much as the next person, but this year I want to mix it up a little bit. This pie is now officially part of our Thanksgiving menu. Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake Ingredients 2… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

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You won’t believe how easy this recipe is! This is a very hearty and flavorful recipe that your family is sure to love. Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 1 (16 oz) can chili beans 1 (15 oz) can black beans 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce 1 (12… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Meatless Lasagna Rolls Microwave Recipe

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This was one of the few recipes in my repertoire when I was a young bride. Meatless lasagna rolls are easy, delicious and best of all they are cooked in the microwave. Ingredients 4 uncooked lasagna noodles1 10 oz package frozen chopped spinach, thawed2 slightly beaten egg whites1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, drained1 cup packaged… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe

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We love smoothies and lately I have been obsessed with pumpkin recipes. I was so happy to find this great Pumpkin Smoothie recipe from Family Fun! It’s a quick and easy pumpkin treat the whole family will enjoy. Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe Ingredients ½ cup canned pumpkin ¾ cup milk or vanilla yogurt ¼ teaspoon cinnamon… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Pumpkin Baked Ziti

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In the spirit of the season, here is a simple and delicious recipe for Pumpkin Baked Ziti.    Pumpkin Baked Ziti Ingredients 1 pound sweet Italian sausage 1 teaspoon garlic powder 3/4 cup chopped onion pinch of cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons oil 1 cup chicken stock 1 15 ounce can pumpkin puree 1/2 teaspoons dried sage… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Mashed Cauliflower

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Do you need new ways to sneak more vegetables into your kid’s diet? They will probably never figure out that the mashed potatoes you are serving is really mashed cauliflower. Ingredients  1 medium head cauliflower 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base or bullion… Continue Reading…

Mondays Menu: Pumpkin Fudge Recipe

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I will be making this peanut butter fudge for Halloween this year. You can even use small pumpkin and leaf shaped cookie cutters to cut festive shapes out of the fudge. Pumpkin Fudge Recipe 2 tablespoons butter 2 ½ cups white sugar 2/3 cup evaporated milk 1 cup white chocolate chips 7 ounces marshmallow creme… Continue Reading…