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Peppermint patties and a Charlie Brown tree
These icy mints are a nostalgic treat perfect for spreading holiday cheer
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Baking family history
This recipe is labeled “banana fudge,” but the result is more like fudgy banana brownies
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Peanut butter balls for Ms. Autumn
This holiday treat is made in honor of the Soldotna El secretary who brings festive joy
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Celebrating divine Christmas traditions
Grandma came to our door this weekend with a gift and a smile. She unrolled her handcrafted masterpiece…
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Puffing up Thanksgiving
These light and savory snacks are piped pate a choux with a generous handful of shredded Edam cheese
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A chef is born
Pistachio and pomegranate muffins celebrate five years growing and learning in the kitchen
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Anticipating candy-coated revelry
These popcorn balls, done three ways, are a classic Halloween treat
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Twin dinner turkey burgers serve up birthday nostalgia
These lean burgers are juicy and flavorful and go great with salad and soda.
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Aiming for the clouds
Delicate, fluffy Japanese-style souffle pancakes bring breakfast to a new level
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Afternoon chicken salad
This classic salad is bright and tangy, perfect for enjoying on a beach towel on the roof
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Soothing soup for fall days
This roasted pumpkin, apple and carrot soup is perfect for a sick kid and worried-sick parents
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Card night cookies
These chai latte cookies are fragrant and complex, perfect for autumn evenings at the table
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Spicing up French toast and school mornings
I found some old raisins in the back of my pantry and decided to use them for some…
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Building warm memories of granola and grandma
My little boy can hop on his bike or wet his boots in the mud puddles on the…
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New possibilities served with a side of apple pie
Celebrating the first day of school with a sweet treat
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Savoring the last of summer with slow-cooked beans and rice
Some dishes simply cannot be rushed and won’t fit into a hectic schedule