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Chocolate Chip Coconut Oatmeal Cookies
Now that summer is gradually turning into fall, I’m craving oatmeal cookies! And these thick and chewy Chocolate Chip Coconut Oatmeal Cookies really hit the spot! They’re made with coconut oil instead of shortening or butter, and they also have some sweetened coconut flakes mixed into the dough to give them a nice, light coconut…
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Vanilla-Almond Granola
I’ve been putting off making granola because it’s been so hot outside! I try to avoid using my oven if I don’t need to when the weather is really hot, but I was really wanting to make some granola. So I got up very early one Saturday morning—which lately has been the coolest part of the day—and made this Vanilla-Almond…
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Chocolate Colossal Cookies
Quite awhile ago, I made some yummy Colossal Cookies, and thought a chocolate version of these cookies would be good too! This chocolate version is made with unsweetened cocoa powder and chocolate chips, so they’re full of chocolate flavor! These Chocolate Colossal Cookies were as good as I thought they would be! And they’re flourless,…
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Taco Pasta Salad
If you’re a pasta-lover, taco-lover, or lover of both, here’s a great recipe for you to try! This Taco Pasta Salad is an easy and tasty dish you can make for lunch or dinner. It’s the kind of dish that just about everyone loves, and it makes a great family meal, side dish, or item…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Shake
Chocolate for breakfast? Sure—especially when it’s a healthier way to have chocolate! This may not sound very healthy, but don’t let the words “chocolate” or “shake” fool you. There’s lots of good-for-you ingredients in this—banana, peanut butter, honey, unsweetened cocoa powder, Greek yogurt, and low-fat milk (you can substitute non-dairy products in this, too). This shake has a…
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Berry Tarts
These super-easy Berry Tarts make a wonderful dessert for summer! There’s no baking involved because you use store-bought dessert shells for these tarts. There’s a thin layer of raspberry or blueberry jam on the inside bottom of the dessert shell to add a little extra sweetness to the tart. And the creamy filling is a…
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Black Bean Hummus Bagel
If you’re a fan of bagels, here’s a quick and easy sandwich you can make that’s perfect for lunch! I made this particular bagel sandwich with Bagel Thins® Bagels but you can use a regular bagel too—either store-bought, from a bakery, or homemade! You can also use your favorite hummus in this bagel sandwich—I used…
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Honey-Molasses Baked Beans
There’s nothing like baked beans at a summer cookout! As much as I love baked beans, this was actually the first time I’ve ever made them—since opening a can of beans and reheating them doesn’t count! 🙂 About 5 years ago, maybe even longer, I found a recipe for baked beans at MarthaStewart.com, and finally tried…
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Funfetti Rice Krispies® Treats
Here’s a fun take on a favorite treat: Funfetti Rice Krispies® Treats! They’re yummy, just like the original treats, but with lots of color added in, thanks to the colorful sprinkles! They’re quick and easy to make too! And the sprinkles make them so festive—they’re great to have at any celebration, picnic, or potluck, or…
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Caramel Creams® Cinnamon Rolls
I received some candy products from Goetze’s Candy company; all opinions expressed are mine. I’ve been a fan of CaramelCreams® for a long time—maybe you have been too! If you’re not familiar with Caramel Creams®, they’re made by the Goetze’s Candy Company, which was founded in Baltimore in1895. So Goetze’s Candy has been making candy…
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Cucumber-Mint Water
In the hot days of summer, drinking lots of water is always a good idea! I made this particular pitcher of water with some fresh mint I’m growing in a large pot and some home-grown cucumbers a friend gave to me from their garden. You can always buy your fresh mint and cucumbers at your local…
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Blueberry Chip Muffins
Blueberry muffins are a great summertime treat—especially these Blueberry Chip Muffins! They’re filled with lots of fresh blueberries and also have vanilla chips mixed in the batter to give them a little extra creamy sweetness! So, not only could you have these for breakfast or brunch, but they could even work as a dessert! Or…
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