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Slow Cooker Turkey Marsala with Cooking Wine

Slow Cooker Turkey Marsala with Cooking Wine

Slow Cooker Turkey Marsala makes a festive holiday-themed alternative to chicken marsala. Turkey breast slow cooked to tender perfectly in a rich and velvety marsala sauce.

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Holland House Cooking Wine. The content and opinions are mine alone.

With Thanksgiving somehow just around the corner, I’m gearing up for seasonal recipes. What better way…

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Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Quick and Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes are a perfect holiday side. Mix with sour cream, cream cheese, butter and milk for creamy mashed potatoes as silky as whipped cream. Plus learn how to whip them together in less than a minute.

It wouldn’t be a proper Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes, even better if they are smooth and creamy mashed potatoes. Have you ever made mashed potatoes that are…

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Caramel Apple Cheese Ball

Caramel Apple Cheese Ball

Caramel apple cheese ball makes a quick and easy holiday appetizer. Simply mix cream cheese, sharp cheddar, green apple, nutmeg and caramel, then serve with crackers.

At first a Caramel Apple Cheese Ball might seem over the top, but I can assure you it’s a wonderful starter that will impress your guests. This holiday season is all about friends and family. Make yours extra special with a fun…

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Apple Pie Puff Pastry Rolls

Apple Pie Puff Pastry Rolls

Classic apple pie flavors baked in unique Apple Pie Puff Pastry Rolls. Easy apple pie and cranberry filling inside flaky puff pastry layers, baked as a pull-apart casserole for a unique fall and Thanksgiving dessert recipe.

It’s officially fall season, especially now that I’m making apple pie recipes. I find myself enjoying baking more in the colder months, and can’t think of anything better…

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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pho Soup

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pho Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Pho soup made easy with slow cooked chicken breast in bone broth. Served with rice noodles and plenty of fun, yummy add-ins for a wholesome, gluten-free pho soup.

This post is sponsored by Pacific Foods and all opinions are my own.

Living in the Bay Area, there’s no shortage of pho restaurants. There’s probably hundreds of options, but for some reason I’ve only been to a few…

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Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Learn how to make food processor cookie dough with these easy holiday chocolate shortbread cookies. Fresh hazelnuts and pumpkin spice added to make them even more festive. Oh yeah, and its also got flavored creamer baked right in!

I’m so excited about the holidays coming up and seasonal desserts like these these Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Hazelnut Shortbread Cookie Sandwiches. They’re guaranteed…

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Halloween Puff Pastry Mummy Cheese Wheels

Halloween Puff Pastry Mummy Cheese Wheels

Make Halloween snacking fun with Puff Pastry Mummy Cheese Wheels. These Halloween appetizer are baked into a crispy, gooey bite-size snack that melts in your mouth. Plus they’re easy to make, and a great activity for kids.

These super cute Halloween Puff Pastry Mummy Cheese Wheels are simple holiday snack for your Halloween gatherings. While decorative desserts are a common way to celebrate the…

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Fail-proof Sugar Cookie Recipe for Decorating

Fail-proof Sugar Cookie Recipe for Decorating

This Fail-proof Sugar Cookie Recipe post is sponsored by Macy’s on behalf of Everywhere Agency. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Learn how to make classic sugar cookies with this Fail-proof Sugar Cookie Recipe for Decorating. Just six simple ingredients and a few tips is all you need for perfect, chewy cookies.

I’m not ashamed to admit that decorating and frosting desserts is a bit of a…

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Easy Dairy Free Crepes with Strawberry Coconut Sauce

Easy Dairy Free Crepes with Strawberry Coconut Sauce

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ReddiForNonDairy #CollectiveBias

Easy Dairy Free Crepes with non-dairy milk, whole wheat flour and just a bit of honey. Filling simply made with strawberries and coconut milk for a lightened-up version of traditional crepes.

When you think of crepes the word easy may not come to mind. I mean,…

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Maple Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon with Citrus

Maple Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon with Citrus

Maple Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon with Citrus is a unique fall themed seafood recipe. It’s full of lean protein and roasted in one pan for easy cleanup.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PrepNowSavorLater #StockPrepWin #CollectiveBias

Well I guess fall is officially here. Not sure how that happened as I swear it was July just a…

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Mexican Mango with Chili and Lime Yogurt Bowls

Mexican Mango with Chili and Lime Yogurt Bowls

These Mexican Mango with Chili and Lime yogurt bowls include fresh mango, lime juice and chili lime seasoning. It’s a wholesome breakfast bowl that’s loaded with protein.

This Mexican Mango with Chili and Lime Yogurt Bowls post is sponsored by Wallaby Organic Greek Yogurt and Kefir and all opinions are my own.

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of trying mango con chili, then this sweet, spicy and…

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Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese with Goat Cheese and Roasted Peppers

Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese with Goat Cheese and Roasted Peppers

Wholesome gluten-free mac and cheese with goat cheese. Made with a thick and gooey homemade cheese sauce that includes cheddar and goat cheese plus roasted red peppers.

This post is sponsored by Montchevre but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Mac and cheese is one of those childhood favorites that you never seem to grow out of. I mean what’s not to love about tender pasta…

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Honey Bourbon Homemade Cranberry Chutney

Honey Bourbon Homemade Cranberry Chutney

Making this Homemade Cranberry Chutney is quick and easy. Simply simmer cranberries, honey, bourbon, chopped pecans, citrus juices and zest for a unique holiday side to pair with meat.

Summer is just flying by around here and I’ve barely noticed it. Maybe it’s the busy schedule, uncharacteristically cool Bay Area weather and the excitement of our upcoming trip to Russia for travel and food…

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Mini Parmesan Spinach Phyllo Cup Appetizers

Mini Parmesan Spinach Phyllo Cup Appetizers

These Mini Parmesan Spinach Phyllo Cup Appetizers make entertaining easy. Crisp phyllo cups filled with Parmesan spinach dip, bell peppers, artichoke hearts and Parmesan cheese.

This Mini Parmesan Spinach Phyllo Cup Appetizers recipe is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of La Terra Fina.

If you’ve ever hosted a gathering or party, you know how simple appetizers make easy entertaining. Sure…

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Homemade S'mores Frappe (Frozen Cappuccino)

Homemade S’mores Frappe (Frozen Cappuccino)

Homemade S’mores Frappe made with blended espresso, milk and toasted marshmallow syrup. Topped with chocolate sauce, graham cracker crumbs and mini marshmallows.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser to create this Homemade S’mores Frappe. All opinions are mine alone. #ToraniEndlessSummer #CollectiveBias

It’s no secret that coffee is an essential part of the…

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Simple Cheese Pairings with Cheeses of Europe

Simple Cheese Pairings with Cheeses of Europe

Learn about Simple Cheese Pairings with Cheeses of Europe. Plus how to find these quality cheeses at a grocery store near you.

This Simple Cheese Pairings guide is a sponsored post in partnership with Cheeses of Europe. All opinions are mine alone.

Recently I attended the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic in San Jose. It’s the longest-running women’s professional tennis tournament in the world and…

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Grilled Habanero Shrimp Fajita Skewers

Grilled Habanero Shrimp Fajita Skewers

Grilled Shrimp Fajita Skewers with shrimp, bell peppers and onions in a homemade fajita mix that includes chile habanero red hot sauce.

This Grilled Habanero Shrimp Fajita Skewers recipe is a sponsored post in partnership with El Yucateco Hot Sauce. The recipe and opinions expressed are mine alone.

I can’t seem to get enough grilling this summer. It’s one of my favorite methods of cooking and…