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Melted Snowman Cookie Recipe

Published on December 1, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Melted snowman cookies.

Quick! Make these cookies before they melt. Known as melted snowman cookies, we gave ours to a school bake sale where they were called Global Warming Snowperson Biscuits. Either way, they are … [Read more...]

Easy Oven-Roasted Asparagus Recipe

Published on November 18, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Roasted asparagus.

This easy recipe shows how to roast fresh asparagus in the oven. Bake the asparagus spears on their own until slightly crispy or add extras like Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, garlic, or balsamic … [Read more...]

How to Make Reindeer Cupcakes (Recipe)

Published on November 17, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Reindeer cupcakes.

These reindeer cupcakes always sell out fast at school bakes sales during the holidays. Start with my best chocolate cupcake and frosting recipe and add pretzels, vanilla wafers, and candy to create … [Read more...]

Meg’s Vegetarian Split Pea Soup Recipe

Published on November 13, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Ingredients for making split pea soup including diced celery, onions, carrots, and potato.

This split pea vegetarian and vegan soup is quick to make and delicious as a hearty snack or dinner. Serve it as a meal with cornbread on the side. What’s For Dinner? The key to … [Read more...]

How to Make the Best Brownies (Recipe)

Published on November 9, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Chocolate brownie bites.

Yes, this is the best brownies recipe in the world. After trying dozens, we came up with our perfect chocolate single-serving brownie. Bake them in muffin tins and they are ready to serve. This is … [Read more...]

How to Make Fortune Cookies (Recipe)

Published on November 7, 2019Last updated January 22, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Giant homemade fortune cookie.

Make your own homemade fortune cookies. Unlike restaurant ones, these taste delicious and you can tuck custom messages inside. For another dessert, also see this Homemade Apple Crisp recipe and the … [Read more...]

How to Make Crispy Baked Veggie Snack Chips (Recipe)

Published on November 3, 2019Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Baked veggie chips.

Make crispy baked veggie chips in the oven—no dehydrator needed. Use favorites like sweet potatoes, beets, or carrots and season them just how you like. For more ideas, you can find all of my … [Read more...]

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