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No Bake Energy Ball
Listening to My Energy in Menopause Now that it is a new year, I have been reflecting to a time not so long-ago. It was during Christmas break; I had been spending my time exactly where I wanted to be — enjoying my grandson while he’s home for winter break. Those slow mornings, laughter-filled afternoons,…
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Poached Pears
A Simple, Cozy Dessert: Mom’s Stovetop Poached Pears Warm, comforting, and beautifully simple—poached pears are one of those timeless desserts that bridge everyday ease with a sense of elegance. Today’s recipe comes straight from my mom, who has always had a knack for turning a few ingredients into something memorable. (Thanks, Mom!) This version is…
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3 Simple Recipes to Celebrate New Year’s Eve
✨ Three Simple & Festive New Year’s Eve Recipes to Ring in the New Year With Joy There’s something magical about New Year’s Eve — the sparkle, the anticipation, the quiet reflection of all God has carried us through. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or keeping it cozy at home, having a few easy yet…
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Christmas Snacks
Every Christmas I enjoy baking special treats and giving them as presents. It’s a tradition that stretches through generations of women in my family, each of us adding our own little touch but keeping the heart of it the same. When I was little, I would stand beside my mom—a lot of the time on…
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🌶️ Cozy Chile Relleno–Inspired Soup (Plus Easy Skillet Cornbread)
Why I Love Soup Season One of the reasons I love soup season is that you can make such a wide variety of soups using almost anything you have on hand — and you can do it on a budget. On a night when I was craving a good chile relleno but didn’t want to…
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Old Bread, New Life: My Favorite Bread Pudding Recipe
A Classic Dessert That Never Gets Old Because bread pudding is one of my all-time favorite desserts, I thought I’d bring back one of my older recipe posts. There’s just something comforting about it — maybe it’s the simplicity, or maybe it’s that it reminds me a little of French toast (which I don’t make…
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Healthy Baked Flautas Recipe for a Mexican Dinner
Over the weekend I decided to have a Mexican-themed dinner. Yes, we had the usual beans, rice, and shredded beef tacos (street-style, of course), but I wanted to add a vegetarian flair — and what’s more interesting and easier than a flauta? In case you don’t know what a flauta is, it’s a small flour tortilla…
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Caramel Apple Bundt Cake Recipe
Looking for the perfect fall dessert? 🍎🍂 This Caramel Apple Bundt Cake is moist, spiced, and topped with a rich caramel sauce that tastes just like autumn in every bite. Whether you need a cozy weekend bake, a holiday treat, or a crowd-pleasing dessert for family gatherings, this easy apple bundt cake recipe is a…
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Pork (or Tofu!) Roast Marinade – A Sunday Dinner Favorite
This past Sunday, I had my family over for dinner—and what fun it was! I was in the mood to make something I hadn’t made in a long time… or maybe something brand new. I went with the new, thanks to my son who suggested this delicious marinade idea. Some of my family members eat…
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Vegetarian Pierogi Lasagna Recipe for the Soul
Sometimes, a craving for comfort food simply takes hold and refuses to let go. For me, today was that day. I know, this is yet another pasta recipe (please don’t judge me), but what can I say? Comfort food has a way of wrapping itself around your heart and warming you from the inside out.…