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"I've been in the kitchen since I was 4. And the one thing I always imagined was that I would cook and bake with my kids. So sign it off my bucket list, because our kiddo loves to cook. YAY! Here are some delightful recipes from our kitchen (and borrowed faves) to yours."

-Lauren

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July 4th for Foodies

Jun 25, 2021
2 min

July 4th for Foodies

There are so many things I LOVE about summer. One of them is grilling out and gathering. Last year was a dud for all of that, so this...

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Blackberry Shortbread Biscuits

Jun 11, 2021
2 min

Blackberry Shortbread Biscuits

It's almost Blackberry picking season y'all! And I'm ready for it!

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Banana No Banana Pudding

Mar 20, 2021
2 min

Banana No Banana Pudding

This is probably the easiest recipe I'll ever blog, and yet it's the most delicious! This week we celebrated Joel's 32nd Birthday (in...

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Essential Oil Infused Apple Pie

Nov 21, 2020
3 min

Essential Oil Infused Apple Pie

Did you know that you could cook and bake with oils?! Say what?!

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Mama's Chicken Casserole

Nov 14, 2020
2 min

Mama's Chicken Casserole

One of my mama's famous dishes is her chicken casserole. It's super simple and a great fall staple.

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Game Day Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Nov 7, 2020
2 min

Game Day Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Before you judge me for doing a copy-cat recipe from Hooters chicken, just try it! Don't get me wrong, I don't condone booty shorts and...

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Jamaican Me Crazy Jerk Wings

Oct 24, 2020
2 min

Jamaican Me Crazy Jerk Wings

but it now has me wishing upon a Jamaican vacation with an all things "jerk" buffet to feast on. I want to add jerk spice to pineapple, rice

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O'Charley's Loaded Potato Soup

Oct 17, 2020
2 min

O'Charley's Loaded Potato Soup

A delicious kitchen staple for fall- a copy-cat O'Charley's Loaded Potato Soup recipe!

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Instant Pot Carnitas + Mango Salsa

Oct 3, 2020
3 min

Instant Pot Carnitas + Mango Salsa

Anyone else love Mexican food the most?! This one was a hit in our home. And, Joe gave me the highest compliment "This might be the BEST...

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Fall off the Bone Oven-Baked St. Louis Ribs

Sep 20, 2020
2 min

Fall off the Bone Oven-Baked St. Louis Ribs

This is literally the simplest rib recipe of all time. It's so simple my teenage son has it down to a T! This year he asked for them for his

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Freddie's Yummy Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Frosting

Sep 5, 2020
4 min

Freddie's Yummy Vanilla Cake with Strawberry Frosting

My boy turned 16 last month. Seriously?! His one request besides a new microphone to record on for his music production business was a vanil

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Key Lime Drop Cookies + HomemadeLimade

Apr 30, 2020
2 min

Key Lime Drop Cookies + HomemadeLimade

I made these yummy Key Lime Drop Cookies and I since found a delicious Limeade recipe that kinda taste like a Mojito without the liquor.

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Sarah's Gourmet Vanilla Bean Cake

Mar 26, 2020
4 min

Sarah's Gourmet Vanilla Bean Cake

A vanilla bean lovers dream! A sweet and elegant vanilla cake with layers of vanilla bean buttercream frosting.

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Grilled Ranch Pork Chops

Mar 19, 2020
1 min

Grilled Ranch Pork Chops

These ranch pork chops are perfect for grilling season from spring to fall. This staple is only 2 ingredients and a crowd pleaser!

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Greek Pasta Salad

Mar 12, 2020
1 min

Greek Pasta Salad

Trying to rack your brain at what to bring for Sunday Lunch or that outdoor BBQ as this weather starts to warm?! This is the perfect treat!

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Sally's Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones

Mar 6, 2020
3 min

Sally's Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones

I am a citrus lover. I love anything fruit. I'd pick a pie over a cake any day. I have fond memories of being at my grandparents house and v

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Nana's No Bake Eclair Cake

Feb 27, 2020
2 min

Nana's No Bake Eclair Cake

This cake is no bake and so easy to make! A crowd pleaser. This makes a 13x9 cake pan and is ready in just 4-6 hours.

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Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Feb 20, 2020
2 min

Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Whether you are a fish fan or not, this simple marinade is perfect for meat of any main course. It would also be delicious for veggies.

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Chimichurri Chicken Kebabs Wraps Reinvented

Feb 13, 2020
2 min

Chimichurri Chicken Kebabs Wraps Reinvented

These kebabs are jam-packed full of flavor and nutrition. Make them for dinner and then reinvent them into wraps for lunch!

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Rum Peach French Toast

Feb 6, 2020
2 min

Rum Peach French Toast

Who doesn't love French Toast? It's only even better when you add fresh fruit and a little rum, right?!

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DIY Valentines Crafts and Treats

Jan 30, 2020
4 min

DIY Valentines Crafts and Treats

2 fun weekend activities sure to send the kids into a crafting and baking frenzy with heart-shaped hand warmers and brownie pops- how fun!!!

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Nana's Molasses Cookies

Jan 24, 2020
1 min

Nana's Molasses Cookies

This recipe is handed down from Joel's Nana. They are his favorite holiday cookie and have become Freddie's too. I love how moist and light

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Fall off the Bone Instant Pot Lemon Pepper Chicken

Jan 17, 2020
2 min

Fall off the Bone Instant Pot Lemon Pepper Chicken

Lemon Pepper Chicken is one of Freddie's faves, but when you throw the "fall off the bone" in there, it becomes all the more enjoyable.

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Best Ever Chicken Fried Rice

Jan 10, 2020
2 min

Best Ever Chicken Fried Rice

So one of Joel and Freddie's favorite cuisines has always been Chinese.

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Virtual Cooking Club and PB Roll Ups

Jan 2, 2020
2 min

Virtual Cooking Club and PB Roll Ups

So years after requests to add more recipes and to our blog, I've decided to add a Cooking Club to the mix.

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Apple Pie or Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Oct 29, 2019
2 min

Apple Pie or Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Everyone likes something different around this time of year. Some love apples, some love pumpkin, but really you can make whatever flavor

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Homemade Elderberry Syrup

Oct 15, 2019
3 min

Homemade Elderberry Syrup

Elderberries are rich in vitamins A, B and C and are a traditional cold and flu remedy used for hundreds of years. They are known to have hi

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Strawberry Croissant Brunch Bake

Sep 16, 2019
2 min

Strawberry Croissant Brunch Bake

It was goat yoga weekend again at the farm and I love to greet my guests after a workout with a surprise brunch. This is something that I've

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Instant Pot Pineapple Coconut Chicken Curry

Sep 13, 2019
2 min

Instant Pot Pineapple Coconut Chicken Curry

In the mood for something spicy?! One of Joel's faves was curry. I loathed making it with its 256 ingredients, and to be honest,

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Last Taste of Summer and Lemons

Aug 30, 2019
2 min

Last Taste of Summer and Lemons

Lavender Lemonade and Lemon Vitality Bars with Young Living Essential Oils

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Chicken Parm

Jun 27, 2019
2 min

Chicken Parm

This Chicken Parm recipe is so yummy that you'll be able to have your family choose yours over Olive Garden's- plus it's healthier and...

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Homemade Orange Marmalade

May 31, 2019
3 min

Homemade Orange Marmalade

Citrus fruits are my fave. I love them to drink, to eat, to add to breakfast, dessert... you name it! But let's be real for a second,...

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4 Ways Oranges are Essential for Your Health

May 28, 2019
3 min

4 Ways Oranges are Essential for Your Health

I love love love citrus fruit. Y'all, I could drink and bathe in orange juice. I like it with salty things and I like it with sweet things.

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2 for 1 Kale Recipes

May 17, 2019
2 min

2 for 1 Kale Recipes

So we thought we'd do something a little crazy and give you 2 for the price of 1... which is FREE anyway! Haha But here are 2 fabulous...

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The Kale Life

May 15, 2019
3 min

The Kale Life

About: Kale is our featured veggie for the month of May. It is a great pairing for hearty foods like pork, fish, and cornbread! The newly...

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White Chocolate Lime Sconces

May 4, 2019
1 min

White Chocolate Lime Sconces

Who doesn't like to start off a morning with a warm scone? Here's a taste of summer to bring in all this warm weather. Ingredients 1 3/4...

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Limes for Days

Apr 30, 2019
1 min

Limes for Days

About: There are several species of citrus trees whose fruits are called limes, including the Persian lime, Key lime, kaffir lime, and...

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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Apr 26, 2019
1 min

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

This one comes from my mother-in-law's recipe box. She taught me this super simple recipe and it has become a staple in our home. Enjoy!...

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Long Live Asparagus

Apr 23, 2019
2 min

Long Live Asparagus

About: Asparagus will be our "Featured Veggie" for the month of April. "Asparagus is a perennial plant. Plant asparagus where it can grow...

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Fresh Pineapple Mint Salsa

Apr 19, 2019
1 min

Fresh Pineapple Mint Salsa

"I love the juxtaposition of a fresh cold fruit with a zing of spicy! Don't you?! That's why I love spring and summer foods. I love...

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Fresh Picked Strawberry Pie

Mar 29, 2019
2 min

Fresh Picked Strawberry Pie

Meet Lauren and Ansley, our second cousins. Tiffany, their mom took them strawberry picking and she was so sweet to share their adventure...

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Something to Do: Strawberry Pickin'

Mar 26, 2019
3 min

Something to Do: Strawberry Pickin'

Not only is our fruit of the month Strawberries, our something to do is Strawberry Pickin'. We encourage you to get out with your...

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Spinach Artichoke White Pizza

Mar 22, 2019
2 min

Spinach Artichoke White Pizza

Here's a delightful and healthy twist on a family pizza night! Ingredients 1/2 recipe homemade pizza crust 1 Tablespoon olive oil 3...

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Artichokes, your new source of protein and fiber

Mar 19, 2019
4 min

Artichokes, your new source of protein and fiber

About: Artichokes will be our "Featured Veggie" for the month of March. It is actually a flower that has not yet bloomed. The artichoke...

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Chicken Souvlaki + Tzatziki Sauce

Mar 15, 2019
2 min

Chicken Souvlaki + Tzatziki Sauce

This Chicken Souvlaki recipe is literally lip smacking fresh and yummy especially loaded up in a pita or on a tortilla with all of your...

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Oregano, the herb

Mar 12, 2019
2 min

Oregano, the herb

In this segment, we will teach you all about Oregano, it's benefits, how to grow and harvest, clean and keep it fresh and dried and what...

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Oregano Oil Infused Italian Dressing

Mar 8, 2019
1 min

Oregano Oil Infused Italian Dressing

Here's a fun way to spice up your salad, support your immune system, and indulge your desire to be homemade.... a delightful...

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Joel's Ultimate Red Velvet Cheesecake

Feb 14, 2019
4 min

Joel's Ultimate Red Velvet Cheesecake

You know I'm always up for a good story. And I don't mean to discourage you right off the bat, but this recipe isn't for baking haters. I...

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4 Ingredient Instant Pot Pork Loin

Feb 8, 2019
2 min

4 Ingredient Instant Pot Pork Loin

This was something Joel found for me and had added to his list of things to make. Freddie and I had it last week and it was delicious. I...

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Creamy Potatoes Au Gratin

Feb 8, 2019
2 min

Creamy Potatoes Au Gratin

This was a yummy side Joel had chosen to go with our Instant Pot Pork Loin. Prep Time: 30 minutes Time: 1 hour 45 minutes Yields: 8...

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