Category: In-The-Kitchen
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Browniegate: A Tale of Boxed Mix Mayhem
So, our little scholar has been excelling in school and cashed in her success card for a brownie treat. Now, usually, I’m all about the artisanal, from-scratch baking, but with our pint-sized hug magnet being extra clingy lately, I thought, “Let’s just box this one.” Spoiler alert: Turns out, making…
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Autumn squash soup
Autumn has arrived in full force, and it seems like squash is descending from the heavens! We’re such die-hard fans of butternut and spaghetti squash that they’re practically our autumn celebrities. And don’t get us started on our pumpkin enthusiasts! Every year, I’d eagerly await Panera’s fall season just to…
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Nailed It!: Birthday Cake Chaos
In our household, the Netflix series ‘Nailed It’ reigns as a beloved favorite. The sheer amusement of witnessing quirky bakers attempt to replicate professional desserts is a constant source of laughter. Aaron and I often jest that we should consider auditioning for the show, not due to our lackluster baking…
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Marshmallow Mania: Unleashing the Fluff
My humble hometown might not be famous for much, but if you’ve ever savored the exquisite taste of Kraft marshmallows or caramel candies, chances are you’ve indulged in a slice of Kendallville. You see, my dad was a real-life marshmallow maestro back in the day, toiling away at the Kraft…
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Apple Cheesecake Cookie Cups: A Taste of Autumn’s Delight
Aaron’s insatiable love for cheesecake meets the delightful onset of autumn – apples galore! Childhood memories of apple-picking escapades with the family and the annual apple festival in my hometown have practically infused my soul with all things appley 😋. So, when fate led me to stumble upon a recipe…
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Unbelievable Food Hybrids: Tasty or Tasteless?
Foodies, brace yourselves! In the ever-evolving world of culinary creativity, some mad scientists have been concocting mind-bending food hybrids that blur the lines between delicious and daring. Let’s dive fork-first into this wild culinary adventure and see which creations are a taste sensation and which ones might just leave us…
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Cookie Conundrum
Have you seen the recent trend of resting your cookie dough before baking? I’ve read articles from Southern Living to Bon Appétit toting the excellence of letting your cookie dough rest anywhere from 24-72 hours before baking for mind blowing flavorful cookies. You see, I’m absolutely obsessed with baking cookies…
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Sloppy Joes: Messy, Marvelous, and Munch-Worthy!
When you crave a hearty, comforting meal that’s not afraid to get a little messy (okay, maybe a lot), the beloved Sloppy Joe steps onto the scene. This culinary marvel combines a luscious, savory sauce with tender ground meat, transforming it into the ultimate quick and scrumptious dinner option. You…
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Culinary Capers: A Week of Kitchen Misadventures
What happens when suddenly you find yourself unable to execute your culinary prowess? Britt is usually hailed as an exceptional cook, and my expanding waistline stands as irrefutable proof. However, this particular week did not align with her usual culinary excellence. As she describes it, “It was a week of…
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The Artistry of Cinnamon Rolls
Ah, those delectable, cinnamon-kissed delights, adorned with a generous drizzle of velvety cream cheese icing, and just a subtle whisper of cardamom. They are nothing short of a culinary masterpiece, equally at home as an indulgent dessert or a luxurious morning treat. Picture, if you will, a freshly baked cinnamon…
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