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A single piece of Simple 4-Step Cardamom Rose Baklava sits in the center of a plate. Dried rose petals and pistachios are sprinkled on top of this layered dessert.
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Simple 4-Step Cardamom Rose Baklava

Deliciously heady. This recipe for Simple 4-Step Cardamom Rose Baklava blends the warm spice notes of cardamom and cinnamon with floral rose water. There are few desserts as enchanting as baklava. And although it does take a little time, this cardamom rose baklava recipe is quite easy once you know […]

A simple charcuterie board of olives, pickled vegetables and cheese surround a bowl of homemade paprika parmesan crackers. Flakes of sea salt on these crispy crackers tempt you to take bite.
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Easy Paprika Parmesan Crackers

‘Tis the season for charcuterie! Instead of reaching for a box of the usual, why not wow your guests with this recipe for homemade Easy Paprika Parmesan Crackers! If you’re tired of crackers with ingredients you can’t pronounce, consider making your own crackers at home. It’s a lot easier than […]

Cranberry Lime Marshmallows
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Festive Cranberry Lime Marshmallows

‘Tis the season to brighten up some of those old holiday recipes. Toast up these Festive Cranberry Lime Marshmallows and serve with dark chocolate for a delicious treat. And while you’re at it, why not brighten a few spirits as well by sharing with friends and family. Marshmallows demystified – […]

Opening Day Michigan Pasties - A baking sheet is lined with these piping hot hand-held meat and vegetable pies. Golden, flaky, half-moon shaped pies are bursting with seasoned ground beef, potatoes, rutabaga, onion and carrots (option for meatless version is provided in the recipe).
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Easy Opening Day Michigan Pasties

This recipe for Easy Opening Day Michigan Pasties is one you’ll want to add to your fall food rotation – even if you’re not a hunter. Gravy or Ketchup? Potato or rutabaga? Meat-filled or vegetarian….wait, what? Hailing from Michigan, I realize that I should probably be carefully walking back that […]

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Do Thanksgiving Like a Boss!

This year, let’s Do Thanksgiving Like a Boss! I’ve heard it said that the best hosts make everything look easy and stylish. Even if you don’t have a small scullery army assisting you with preparations, you still have a formidable arrow in your kitchen quiver. Project management skills, baby! Let’s conserve […]