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Hi Reader- Every year my church kicks off the holiday season with a big dinner, and this year I got pulled into something fun. Instead of the usual soap & candle raffle prizes, I was asked to make edible gifts. (No complaints here.) I’ve been prepping all week, and now I’m deep in packaging mode before Friday. Here’s what’s up for grabs:
I need your help with two things. First, if you won, which one would you pick? Just curious. Second, the chili. Would you include crackers or cornbread? And if it’s crackers, which kind? I still have to package them, so your vote actually counts. Help? Here's how they're coming together so far: |
Persnickety Plates - Easy Family Recipes
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Hi Reader, Happy Sunday! We kicked off the holiday season this afternoon with my cousin’s annual “Favorite Things” party. Everyone brings a favorite thing (this year’s budget was $10-15) and goes home with a pile of everyone else’s. I brought this cute little salt cellar filled with my favorite salt, plus these wipes that I've repurchased several times. If you need a gift idea under $15, steal mine. Now for this week’s dinners. It’s dark by 5:30, and my brain reads that as “pajamas and...
Hi Reader, Baked brie is one of those appetizers I could happily find an excuse to make all fall. Add some fruit or a toasted baguette for smearing, and it disappears pretty quickly around here. And once I’m making one appetizer, I usually start thinking about what else should go with it. So here are a few more favorites for your fall apps spread! Easy Fall Appetizers 30-minute Cheesy Garlic Bombs The Easiest Baked Brie Recipe Ever My Go-to Crockpot Meatballs for Fall The Cowboy Dip I Make...
Hi Reader, We made it! I feel so accomplished (and slightly relieved 😮💨) when we make it to the end of Crocktober. If you missed them, you can view ALL 31 recipes and videos for Crocktober on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or YouTube (and linked below). This was my third year doing it & I really enjoyed sharing these recipes with you. I hope you've enjoyed making them! The carnitas and chili's queso were the most viewed. Which have you tried? FULL LIST OF CROCKTOBER RECIPES CROCKTOBER 2026 ⬇️...