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Food and family are at the heart of everything I do, and I love bringing people together around a great meal. As a food photographer, recipe developer, and content creator, I’m here to make cooking easier, more fun, and full of flavor. Whether you’re looking for easy weeknight meals, holiday favorites, or sweet treats, you’ll find inspiration here. Let’s make memories, one recipe at a time!

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Peach Bars – Sweet, Buttery & Bursting with Fresh Peaches

If you’re looking for a dessert that captures everything we love about summer, these peach bars are it. Juicy, ripe peaches get tucked between layers of buttery shortbread crust, creating a treat that’s equal parts fruity, sweet, and cozy. They taste like peach cobbler and sugar cookies had the best little mash-up, and trust me, […]
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Spaghetti with sausage and meatballs is such a comforting meal! It’s usually made on Sunday, but why wait for the weekend?! With a few time saving tips, this delicious home cooked meal can be enjoyed any day of the week.

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Sesame chicken is a common dish served at Chinese restaurants in America. It has tender chunks of chicken, lightly coated and fried to perfection, then tossed in a slightly sweet and tangy brown sauce.

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POTION No. 9 🧙🏼🧹🫧 The perfect potion f POTION No. 9 🧙🏼🧹🫧
The perfect potion for Ghouls’ Night or any Halloween party 👻

📌 SHARE with your favorite ghoul and SAVE this for your Halloween party inspo! 

INGREDIENTS (makes 2 cocktails)

3 oz blanco tequila
2 oz raspberry liqueur (like Chambord)
2 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz simple syrup
Honey, for rimming
Sprinkles
Dry ice (for that spooky effect)

INSTRUCTIONS
In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, raspberry liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. 

Shake until chilled.

Dip the rims of two glasses in honey, then coat with sprinkles. 

Strain the drink into the glasses and carefully drop in a small chunk of dry ice for a bubbling, smoky effect.

⚠️ Safety note: Never touch dry ice with bare skin and always let it fully evaporate before sipping. Check proper dry-ice handling guidelines before use.

#halloweencocktail #spookyseason #cocktailrecipe
@megsescapades EASY PUMPKIN CAKE 🎃🧁This one’s dangerously good. Soft, rich, and full of cozy fall flavor. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or a lazy Sunday afternoon treat.

📌 SAVE this post because once you try it, you’ll want it on repeat all season.

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INGREDIENTS 
Cake:
1 box spiced cake mix
1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding
1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin
1/2 cup milk
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 eggs, room temperature
Pinch of salt

Icing:
1/4 block cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS 
Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a bundt pan and toss in a little sugar to coat.

In a large bowl, mix all cake ingredients until smooth. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool for 15 minutes, then invert onto a cake stand and cool completely.

Whisk icing ingredients together until smooth. Once cooled, drizzle or spread icing on top.

Store in refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving. 🍰

#pumpkincake #fallbaking #thanksgivingdinner #easyrecipe
CROCKTOBER SERIES EP. 4 ✨ Slow Cooker Pepper Ste CROCKTOBER SERIES EP. 4 ✨ Slow Cooker Pepper Steak 🫑🥩 You know those nights when you want something cozy and comforting but don’t have the energy to cook? This Slow Cooker Pepper Steak is your answer!

✨ SHARE with a busy friend who could use an easy dinner win tonight

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INGREDIENTS
2 lbs flat iron steak, cut ½ inch thick against the grain
2 tbsp avocado oil
1 tbsp cornstarch (for tossing)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
15 oz Bloody Mary mix
2 ½ tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp black pepper
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow onion, sliced
1 ½ tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water (for slurry)
Garnish: sesame seeds and sliced green onions

INSTRUCTIONS
Toss steak strips with 1 tbsp cornstarch until coated.

Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meat in two batches to avoid overcrowding. Remove and place in the slow cooker.

Reduce heat to low. Add garlic and ginger to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds.

Add Bloody Mary mix, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Scrape up any browned bits for flavor.

Pour the sauce over the steak in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.

Add sliced bell peppers and onion. Cook for another 45 minutes.

Mix 1 ½ tbsp cornstarch with 3 tbsp water to make a slurry. Stir into the slow cooker and cook for 15 minutes to thicken.

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

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CROCKTOBER SERIES EP. 3 🤍 Crockpot White Chicke CROCKTOBER SERIES EP. 3 🤍 Crockpot White Chicken Chili 🍲 it’s cozy, creamy, and packed with flavor. The kind of easy weeknight dinner that makes the whole house smell amazing. I’m so thankful to my former coworker Kirstia for teaching me how to make this staple many years ago!

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SLOW COOKER WHITE CHICKEN CHILI
1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp smoked paprika
1 can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 can corn, with juice
1 can Rotel
1 block cream cheese

Instructions:
Add all ingredients to your slow cooker.

Cook on low for 4 - 4 1/2 hours or until chicken is tender and cooked through.

Shred chicken, stir everything together until creamy, and serve hot.

Top with chopped green onion, shredded cheese, and a side of cornbread or tortilla chips.

#slowcooker #whitechickenchili #easydinners #fallrecipes #comfortfood
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This show-stopping drink takes just 5 simple ingredients to create:
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Fresh lime juice
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Add a bloody rim for the ultimate Halloween wow factor 🎃🔥

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