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Santa’s Favorite Cookies

by Candace Sampson

We call these Santa’s Favorite Cookies because when we put these out he didn’t leave any behind. Not one. Santa also left a note saying “Please make these again”. That pretty much says it all, doesn’t it?  I love these cookies because they are so easy to make after mass on Christmas Eve and the …

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Homemade Hot Cocoa

by Candace Sampson

We are all guilty of buying into convenience such as bagged salad, cut up veggies, and frozen food. We’re busy, right? Sometimes though we’re being sold a bill of goods. Like store bought hot chocolate. Nothing bothers me more than hot chocolate because it may just be the ultimate sham. Seriously. Here’s an example of …

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Super Skillet Pasta

by Candace Sampson

This used to be my mother’s go-to recipe when she was in a rush and there really wasn’t much in house. She always kept the ingredients for this on hand and now I do too. So, what’s for dinner tonight? Super Skillet Pasta 1 pouch Lipton Onion Soup Mix 1 pound ground beef 1 tsp. …

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Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

by Candace Sampson

Not only is the easiest recipe I’ve ever found for Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins (one bowl, toss it all together kind of easy), it’s also the most delicious. This recipe makes 48 Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins or 12 large muffins or one good sized loaf. Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins 2 cups all-purpose flour1 …

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Fettuccine with Creamy Tomato and Sausage Sauce

by Candace Sampson

Ahhh, comfort food, so nice to have you back in my life. This is one of my all time favorites for when the weather gets cooler. Torn from the back of Bon Appetit in 2000, it’s a well loved recipe, easy to make and delicious. Plus, as an added bonus, leftovers make a terrific lunch …

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Almond-Crusted Chicken Tender Salad

by Candace Sampson

I’ve had this recipe sitting in my “to-try” folder for a couple of years now. I finally got around to making it tonight and I am kicking myself in the a-s-s that I waited this long. This was so yummy, I think I will make it again next week, and the week after that, and …

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