Cranberry Almond Breakfast Bread

Cranberry Almond Breakfast Bread  ¾ cups butter, room temperature1 ½ cups granulated sugar3 large eggs2 tsp. almond extract1 tsp. vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 tsp. baking powder1 ½ tsp. baking soda½ tsp. kosher salt1 ½ cups sour cream1 14oz. can jellied cranberry sauce1 cup sliced almonds Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large…

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Raisin Bran Breakfast Bread

One of my all time favorite things in life is a BRAN muffin.Yes, I know that sounds strange, but I am constantly CRAVING4MORE when it comes to bran muffins.They are sweet, they are dense, they are hearty, and they are surprisingly sweet. JUST LIKE ME!!! 😉 In any case, to satisfy my craving this time,…

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Apricot Habañero Salmon Savory Pie

I am truly a spoiled princess 👑 Yes, my family members’ eyes are rolling. They know. The people that love me the most and know me well are keen on just how to indulge me most – they gift me items for which I can craft and create FOR others. Just today I was asked…

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Green Chile Chicken Parsnip Hash

This recipe for hearty Green Chile Chicken Parsnip Hash is full of bright, kicky flavors! We all love roasted Hatch green chiles (anytime) this time of the year and this combination of flavors creates a wonderful balance of sweet and earthy parsnips, sharp cheddar cheese, and uniquely seasoned green chile chicken sausage with fresh cilantro…

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Saffron Honey Apricot Pastry Cups

Both savory and sweet, it’s actually difficult to determine which flavor profile leads the game in this amazing little egg quiche, rich and bright pastry cup recipe.An incredible crust forms the base, of course, and then is filled with a light, but somewhat sweet and earthy filling of creamy eggs and apricot Stilton cheese, and…

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Lemon Honey Roasted Rainbow Carrot White Cheddar Quiche

I’m still on my lemon kick 🍋🍋🍋!C’mon, it’s summertime! Lemonade stands on every corner, lemon cocktails, lemon cakes, lemon curds, lemon creams, lemon risotto, lemon pasta, and now lemon quiche! Made with sweet and savory honey and black pepper roasted rainbow carrots forming a brilliantly bright chevron design atop the quiche, the filling and crust…

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Basic Spinach Onion Swiss Tomato Quiche

Simply said: “Quiche is THE BEST!”Really, that’s all there is to say. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner. Snack.A perfect crust, filled with cheese, egg, and ANYTHING else your heart desires, fits the bill all days, any time of day. Yup. That’s it. Thus, a simple homemade crust, filled with sautéed spinach and eggs, a little cream, Swiss…

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Summer Swiss & Kale Sunflower Pesto Quiche

“Quiche is the best!”No kidding! They truly are “Pretty Much THE BEST THING EVER!”I think I’ve told you before – quiche was one of the very first things I learned to bake with my mom and I FONDLY remember that. I’ll cherish those moments with Mom in the kitchen. Thank you, Mom. And, thank you,…

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Pesto Parmesan Persian Egg Bake

I grew up in a family of entertainers. SOCIAL entertainers.When it comes to parties, get-togethers, gatherings, etc., my parents have it DOWN!An invitation to Bill and Dori’s should feel like a warm hug, a thrill, and a blessing and a half.Boy they are good. Fabulous food. Fine company. Lots of laughter. All around acceptance. I…

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Croissant Bread Pudding

“What to do with 100 year old stale 🥐?”Another quote from Val.It’s a long, LONG story as to why my angel had so many leftover, stale croissants.But, the answer is left to Ina Garten: Croissant Bread Pudding. And, I agree with Val: raisins have no place in baked goods.Let’s make this recipe sans the raisins…

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