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Three Bean Chili Recipe
For those looking for more plant-based recipes, this is one for you! This Three Bean Chili is one of our newest, family favorites. It’s...
Barbecue Chicken Tostadas
We love to have a good twist on in our family meals and these Barbecue Chicken Tostadas are a great way to change up...
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Did you know candy canes were originally created in order to keep children quiet in church?According to the folklore story, the choirmaster at the...
White Bean Crostini Appetizer
Appetizers are a favorite of mine. In fact, sometimes I prefer to make a meal of appetizers so I can taste a little bit...
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As we enter the holiday season, I always like to take stock in the love and gifts we are lucky enough to have in...
