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Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins

Ingredients 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 8 ounces (about 1 cup) sour cream 1/4 cup milk 2 1/2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pint fresh blueberries Directions Cream the butter and sugar until light…

Greek Potatoes

Greek Potatoes

Potatoes are a filling, delicious, versatile food that can complement any meal, no matter what it is. With so many different ways to create yummy potato dishes, there are endless recipes for you to take advantage of, and these Greek Potatoes should be one of them. These potatoes take into account the delicious, commonly used…

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Ingredients Cupcakes 1 box cake mix 1 package break ‘n’ bake cookie dough Frosting 1/2 stick butter 1/4 cup Crisco splash of vanilla splash of almond about 3 cups powdered sugar 2-3 tablespoons milk (not quite sure on the exacts, I just pour in some milk until it gets to the right consistency) Directions Prepare…

Salted Caramel Coconut Macaroons

Ingredients 4 large egg whites 12 ounces sweetened flaked coconut, divided 7 Tablespoons all-purpose flour 2/3 cup granulated sugar 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon salt 6 – 8 ounces dark (at least 60%) chocolate, chopped 1/2 tsp coconut oil (optional) Directions Whisk egg whites in a large bowl. Add half of coconut…

Potato Casserole

Potato Casserole

When you need a quick, tasty side dish on a busy weeknight or are looking to create a table full of delicious sides, you can’t go wrong with Potato Casserole. This classic dish is just one of many ways that potatoes can be prepared and offers you a delightfully textured dish that will change the…

Champagne Cupcakes

Ingredients Cake batter: 1 stick softened butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1 3/4 cups flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup Frosting: 1 cup plus 1 tbsp. champagne 2 sticks of softened butter 1/2 tsp almond extract 2 1/2 cups…

Quinoa, Swiss Chard, and Potato Crustless Quiche

Ingredients 1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup water 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 bunch kale, stems removed and cut into ribbons 1 vidalia Onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 cup white cheddar cheese 3 ounces cream cheese, cubed 4 eggs Salt and pepper to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare…

Spicy Boiled Peanuts

Spicy Boiled Peanuts

Spend any time in the Southeastern United States, and you’ll quickly learn that you can’t ever turn a corner and not see boiled peanuts. Sold on stands on the side of the road, in convenience stores and restaurants alike, this Southern staple is popular for its unique texture and ability to be made with any…

Pumpkin Pie Spice Popcorn

Ingredients 1/2 cup pop corn kernels 3 tbsp canola oil 1/2 tsp salt (optional) 5 quart pot with lid 3/4 cup dark brown sugar 1 1/2 – 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4-1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/4-1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 3 tbsp corn syrup 4 tbsp butter 1 1/2 tbsp sweetened condensed…

Ham and Brie Quesadillas

Ham and Brie Quesadillas

Quesadillas are one of the most versatile of foods that comes from south of the Mexican border, and they have the ability to be altered in just about any way that you want. These Ham and Brie Quesadillas put a more modern, sophisticated spin on standard quesadillas by combining a complex blend of flavors into…