Loaded Baked Potato Hot Dip I looked at the calendar on Monday and had no clue, how we were already into the last week of October. Where did the month go to? Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner. But, first thing is first. Saturday is Halloween! It’s also a full moon and the…
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JIFFY Mini Corn Dog Muffins
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Zucchini Cheese Breadsticks Recipe
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Easy Party Mix Recipe
Easy Party Mix Recipe Halloween is just a week away and if that wasn’t enough notice, the holidays are just around the corner. Hallmark is starting their “Countdown to Christmas” this Friday! Whoa! Cue up 24/7 Christmas movies now through the New Year. One of my favorite things to make this time of year in…
Mom’s Homemade Salsa
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One Pan Oven Baked Shrimp
One Pan Oven Baked Shrimp When it comes to summer cooking, I usually despise making anything that requires me to turn on the oven and heat up the house. This One Pan Oven Baked Shrimp is my exception to the rules.