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Triple Chocolate Mess

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Slow Cooker Stuffing

Triple Chocolate Mess

Cranberry Chicken Bake

Cranberry Chicken Bake

Slow Cooker Stuffing

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

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My Favorite Holiday Recipes

Cranberry Meatballs

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Just leave it beef and wine

Just Leave It Beef and Wine

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Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

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Raving Reviews

Pizza Soup

“My boys LOVE and ask for this soup! Every time I make a Cooking Mom recipe, it’s always a winner!” ~Janelle

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Italian Beef Sandwiches

“Absolutely divine! Super easy. The secret ingredient is the Italian dressing. I LOVE IT!” ~Anna

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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts

“These are sooooo delicious! You are right they do disappear fast–I would say triple it–oh yeah! Yum!” ~Kari

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Blender Banana Bread

“I made 6 loaves, and I’m going to freeze them. This recipe is very good and very moist.” ~Denise K.

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Sausage Gorgonzola Pasta Bake

“I made this casserole for guests, and everyone loved it. It’s very good, and leftovers are wonderful.” ~Dee

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Dinner Winners

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Stuffed Bacon ‘n Bleu Beef Tenderloin

Bacon ‘n Cheese Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

Brown Sugar Mustard Glaze

Brown Sugar and Mustard Glazed Ham

Cranberry Chicken Bake

Cranberry Chicken Bake

Smothered Pork Chops

Amazing Appetizers

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Seafood Cheese Ball

Seafood Cheese Ball

Beer Boiled Shrimp

Artichoke Crab Dip

Hot Artichoke Crab Dip

Simply Great Stuffed Mushrooms

Simply Great Stuffed Mushrooms

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Kid-Friendly Recipes

Get the kids in the kitchen. If you don’t, they won’t learn to cook. Make it fun!

Cinnamon Roll and Sausage Butterflies

Taco Cups

Taco Cups

Dirt Cupcakes

Mac ‘n Cheese Minis

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Secrets & Tips

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Slow Cooker Recipes

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Cranberry Meatballs

Cranberry Meatballs

Sweet Chili Beef Roast

Sweet Chili Beef Roast

Scalp Potatoes Plated

Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

Slow cooker stronganaff

Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

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Super Good Salads

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Pomegranate Orange Salad

Wedge Salad

Wonderful Wedge Salad

Apple Cranberry Salad

Winter Fruit Salad

Winter Fruit Salad

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Desserts

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Chocolate Pepermint Triffle

Chocolate Peppermint Trifle

Cranberry Orange Cupcakes

Cranberry Orange Cupcakes

Triple Chocolate Mess

Flourless Chocolate Cupcakes

Flourless Chocolate Cupcakes

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Breakfast & Brunch

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Streusel Bundt Coffee Cake

Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Overnight Blueberry French Toast Bake

Amy's Absolute Favorite Brunch Bake

My Absolute Favorite Brunch Bake

Easy Monkey Bread

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Crazy Good Casseroles

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Shrimp Fettuccini Casserole

Shrimp Fettuccine Casserole

Sausage and Gorgonzola Pasta Bake

Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Terrific Turkey Tetrazzini

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Sandwiches

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Ham And Cheese Sliders

Italian Beef Sandwiches

Cheesy Baked Shrimp Sandwiches

Cheesy Baked Shrimp Sandwiches

Hot Beef Sandwiches

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Must Try Recipes

Taco Soup

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Cranberry Meatballs

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Sweet Chili Beef Roast

“We tried this recipe, and it was delicious!! That was the best roast I have ever made, and it was soooo tender.” ~L. Takkunen

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Streusel Bundt Coffee Cake

“I was looking for a recipe that was quick and easy. This was perfect! I give it an A+. My favorite coffee cake.” ~Cheryl

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Easy White Chicken Chili

“This is so easy to make and very delicious; my husband and son love it. Thank you for such a great recipe!” ~Angie

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