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Cajun Gravy (Copycat Popeye’s)
Tired of that powdered gravy mix? This recipe takes just a little bit of time to make, but it is SO worth it. This is a Cajun Gravy Copycat Popeye's…
Honey Baked Ham
Many years ago, I decided to start a new tradition. I've probably talked about this before, but I finally have a half way decent photo to share. Anyway, on Christmas…
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Pumpkin Bread
Growing up my Granny, my Mom's mom, was the best cook in my family. She always had banana nut bread or pumpkin bread stocked up in the freezer and any…
Andouille Cajun Dressing (with Gluten Free option)
This year for Thanksgiving I wanted to try something other than the Apple Cornbread Dressing that I normally make. I found one from Emeril. I tweaked the recipe just a…
Pecan Pie Bars
This is one of the first recipes I made after starting my sharing recipes on my blog. I haven't made it in years, but finally decided to make it this…
Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownies
It's that time of year again, when we get back in the kitchen to whip up yummy treats. Cookies, candies, cakes, pies, and brownies! Brownies? Yes, these Peanut Butter Chocolate…
Praline Sweet Potatoes
One of my all time favorite holiday recipes is this recipe that my Granny passed along to me, Praline Sweet Potatoes. So amazing. I was never a fan of sweet…
Praline Pumpkin Pecan Cake
I'm always on the lookout for different variations of holiday desserts. I get bored with the normal pumpkin or pecan pie. This Praline Pumpkin Pecan Cake is a true crowd…
Baked Cinnamon Apples
Cooler weather, leaves beginning to change, football... It is officially fall and I'm loving it! I love seeing the large bushels of apples at the market during this time of…
Bacon Wrapped Green Beans {Savory}
I'm constantly on the lookout for easy sides, because more often than not I'm guilty of throwing some canned corn or green beans in a pan and heating them up…
Chess Cake with Pecans
Chess Cake with Pecans is just one of the yummiest desserts I've ever had. Now I'll admit when I indulge on dessert, I usually want it to have chocolate in…
Candied Green Beans
I've always had it in my head that green beans need to be savory, rich with flavor. The other night I was brainstorming about green beans, because I had to…
Apple Cornbread Dressing
Do you have your Christmas meal planned out? Still looking for that perfect dressing? This Apple Cornbread Dressing is so flavorful. My favorite thing about it is that it never…
Ranger Cookies
On of Rob’s favorite cookies are the Ranger Cookies. Coconut, oats, chocolate chips and the crunch from rice crispies make for a cookie that you canNOT just eat one of!
Servings: 30
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed, light or dark
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chocolate chips
3 cups crispy rice cereal
Praline Cookies
I love pralines, but often find them to be so sweet that one bite is plenty. When I found this recipe for Praline Cookies, I knew it had to jump to the top of my list. When I made them recently, I was not disappointed in the least! So good.
Servings: 24
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
1/2 cup softened butter
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar (I used dark)
1 large egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional – I didn’t use for the first go around.)
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Nutella Pumpkin Bites
Today is Day 5 of our 12 Days of Christmas treats and we’re sharing a simple recipe for Nutella Pumpkin Bites. These are not overly sweet and they are not overly pumpkin-flavored either. I’m not a huge fan of pumpkin spice, so I don’t include that in my pumpkin recipes. Give these a try for your next Christmas party!
Servings: 24
Prep Time: 5 minutes + 30 minutes to chill
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup of Nutella
1/3 cup of pumpkin pure
1/2 cup of confectioner’s sugar
crescent rolls or homemade dough
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars
I love these Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars. Now I will preface this by saying I don't love Pumpkin Pie, so I have found it's the Pumpkin Pie spice that is…
Oatmeal Carmelitas
These Oatmeal Carmelitas are a quick go-to-dessert. This one of my newest favorite desserts because they are so delicious and great for all occasions.
Servings: 24 bars
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups uncooked quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup butter, melted
1 package (12-oz.) semisweet chocolate morsels
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional)
1 (14-oz.) package caramels
1/3 cup half-and-half
Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce {Crockpot}
Nothing says fall more than apples! I decided to kick the weekend off with some Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce. For my first time making it, it turned out pretty well. Rob’s Gramma was the first person I ever met who makes her own applesauce. Maybe after a few times of making it, it will be as yummy as hers.
Servings: 3-4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours