Meringue Ice Cream Cones
Meringue Ice Cream Cones
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These Meringue Ice Cream Cones are everything you love about the classic summer treat without the mess! Plus, you can make them any flavor you want!


  • 2 Egg Whites
  • 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tarter
  • 1 teaspoon Kool-Aid Powder (flavor of choice)
  • 12 - 18 Ice Cream Cones
  • 1 Cup Chocolate Melting Wafers
  • 1/2 Cup Sprinkles

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20 Minute Cheesy Caprese Pesto Tarts
20 Minute Cheesy Caprese Pesto Tarts
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I don't know about you, but I adore appetizers, especially around the holidays. We make these 20 minute cheesy pesto tarts all the time!


  • 1/4 Cup Fisher Walnuts
  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • 3 Cups Basil (fresh, packed)
  • 1/4 Cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin (plus 1 Tablespoon)
  • 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese (plus 1 Tablespoon )
  • 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 2 Sheets Puff Pastry
  • 1 Cup Grape Tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese (cubed)
  • 1 Pinch Black Pepper (fresh cracked)
  • Balsamic Vinegar Glaze

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Easy Veggie Pizza Tarts Appetizer
Easy Veggie Pizza Tarts Appetizer
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  • 1 Package Crescent Rolls or Crescent Roll Sheet
  • 4 Ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Light Mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Plain Yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon Dill (Fresh Chopped)
  • 1 Clove Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
  • Salt to Taste
  • 1/2 Cup Red and Orange Peppers (sliced and chopped)
  • 1/3 Cup Olives (sliced)
  • 1 Head (not bunch Broccoli, Chopped fine)
  • 1/3 Cup English Cucumber (diced (peeled if desired))
  • 1/3 Cup Grape Tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1/3 Cup Colby Jack Cheese (finely shredded)

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Strawberries and Cream Protein Bars
Strawberries and Cream Protein Bars
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Dairy and soy free strawberries and cream protein bars are so easy to make and are a great way to lose weight by not eating the wrong foods.


  • 1/4 Cup [Fisher Nuts] Pecans
  • 1/2 Cup Fisher Nuts Almonds
  • 1/3 Cup Vanilla Protein (We use Complete or Vega)
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey
  • 1/2 Cup Maple Syrup
  • 2 Cups Gluten Free Flour Blend or Coconut Flour and Almond Flour Blend
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Coconut Milk (or other dairy free milk)
  • 1 Cup Freeze Dried Strawberries (* see note)
  • 1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds

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Bacon Wrapped Strawberry Stuffed Jalapenos
Bacon Wrapped Strawberry Stuffed Jalapenos
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We often think of strawberries for strawberry shortcake, but try this twist of bacon wrapped strawberry stuffed jalapenos for the perfect summer appetizer!


  • 6 Large Jalapenos
  • 1 Cup Queso Fresco
  • 3/4 Cup [Driscoll's] Strawberries (chopped)
  • Pepper
  • 6 Slices Bacon (we prefer applewood smoked for this dish)

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Cowboy Caviar Quinoa
Cowboy Caviar Quinoa
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It's some of our favorites in a whole new way. Cowboy caviar quinoa is a mashup of the classic cowboy caviar salsa and a healthy quinoa side.


  • 2 Cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
  • 1 Cup Quinoa (rinsed)
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 1/2 Cup Frozen Corn (defrosted)
  • 1 Can Diced Italian or Mexican Style Tomatoes (drained)
  • 1/2 Purple Onion (diced)
  • 1 Can Black-Eyed Peas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 Can Black Beans (drained and rinsed)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 Small Avocados (diced)
  • ½ Bunch Cilantro
  • 1/2 Cup Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 Cup Bertolli White Wine Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (grated)
  • 1 Tablespoon Red Bell Pepper (chopped)
  • 1 Tablespoon Dry Parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dry Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice (fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

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Kids Chocolate Starfish Snack
Kids Chocolate Starfish Snack
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This cute kids chocolate starfish snack requires no baking and is made with healthy ingredients. It's a fun and easy activity to do with kids in the kitchen. 


  • 1 Cup Quick Cooking Oats
  • 2/3 Cup Desiccated Coconut
  • 1/2 Cup Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 Cup Ground Flaxseed
  • 1/2 Cup Mini Chocolate Chips
  • 1/3 Cup Honey (+ 1 tbsp )
  • 1/4 Cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Cup Melted Chocolate
  • 1/2 Cup Sprinkles
  • Additional Eyes (bows and mouth sprinkles)
  • Star Shaped Cookie Cutters (big and small)

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Salted Milk Chocolate Homemade Caramels Recipe
Salted Milk Chocolate Homemade Caramels Recipe
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These amazing caramels are sold in Costco and this year we are busting out a copycat  salted milk chocolate homemade caramels recipe that is to die for.


  • 1 Bag Milk Chocolate Chips (16oz, good quality )
  • Flaked Sea Salt
  • 1 3/4 Cup Sugar
  • 1/4 Cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 5 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Flaked Sea Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla

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Hot Cocoa No Bake Cookies
Hot Cocoa No Bake Cookies
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Our family has been making these hot cocoa no bake cookies practically every week all winter and I don't feel bad about it one bit.


  • 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 3/4 Cup Sugar
  • Pinch Salt
  • 2 Tablespoon Hot Cocoa Mix
  • 2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 Cup Milk
  • 1/4 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 Cup Nutella
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 3 Cups Quick Cooking (not old fashioned oats)
  • 1 1/2 Cups Mini Marshmallows

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Biscoff Rice Krispies
Biscoff Rice Krispies
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Biscoff Rice Krispies, it's a delicious treat that involves biscoff, and chocolate. What could be better?


  • 1 Cup Corn Syrup (Karo)
  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 1 Cup Biscoff
  • 5 Cups Rice Krispies
  • Milk Chocolate Chips

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