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Easy Crock-pot Potato Soup

1 30oz. bag of frozen, shredded hash browns 3 14oz. cans of chicken broth 1 can of cream of chicken soup 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1/4 tsp. ground pepper 1 pkg. cream cheese {don’t use fat free. It WON’T melt!!!} … Continue reading

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Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 20 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter 1/2 pound pancetta or thick cut bacon, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3-4 whole eggs 1 cup grated parmesan or pecorino cheese 1 pound spaghetti … Continue reading

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Creamy Mac and Cheese

2 1/2 cups whole wheat pasta (any shape) 3 cups whole milk 1/2 t. sea salt 1 cup shredded cheese (recommended white cheddar) Mix pasta, milk and salt in a large sauce pan. Cook over medium-high heat STIRRING ALMOST CONSTANTLY … Continue reading

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Slow Cooker Chops

Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Hours 30 Minutes Ready In: 10 Hours 40 Minutes Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/4 cup water 1 1/2 pounds boneless pork chops 1 teaspoon ground … Continue reading

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DIY Limoncello

Limoncello is a sweet, sunshine-colored liqueur made with lemon zest. Created in Italy as an after-dinner drink, it’s light and delicate with just the right amount of alcohol intensity. Notes: While you can use any type of lemon you like, … Continue reading

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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 onion, chopped … Continue reading

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Taco Seasoning

Ingredients 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon sea … Continue reading

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Alyson’s Broccoli Salad

Ingredients 1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces 1/2 cup raisins 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 2 tablespoons white sugar 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup sunflower seeds 10 slices bacon Directions Place bacon … Continue reading

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Cookhacker’s Smashed Baby Red Potatoes

10-15 baby red potatoes (depending on size…the smaller the better) 1-2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper Sour Cream (optional) Green Onions, sliced thin (optional) Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Drop the potatoes into a large pot of boiling … Continue reading

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