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Pretzel Dogs & Pig in a Blanket Recipes

March 22, 2012 By Gwen Brown 4 Comments

When I first started making the No-Knead-Refrigerator-Dough-easy bread recipe, I thought it was pretty spectacular. It’s the recipe that I’ve gotten the most positive feedback about so far, so I think you guys are liking it too.  The more I experiment with it, the more I realize that I really underestimated how life changing this…

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Filed Under: Appetizers & Snacks, Kid Favorite Recipes, Main Dishes, Recipes, THM Appetizers & Snack Recipes, THM E Main Dish Recipes, THM E Recipes, THM E Snacks & Appetizers, THM Main Dish Recipes Tagged With: bread, coconut free, dairy free, easy recipes, egg free, family favorite recipes, fast recipes, nut free, THM S Helper Recipes

The Best Meatloaf Recipe Ever

January 13, 2012 By Gwen Brown 18 Comments

This IS the best meatloaf recipe ever…according to my son. “The kids in my class were CRAZY…they didn’t LIKE meatloaf!  I couldn’t believe it.  I guess it’s just because they had cafeteria meatloaf.” I’m generally not a fan of tooting-my-own-horn, but the other suggestion for a title was ‘meat muffins’…and that just didn’t sound appetizing….

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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: coconut free, dairy free, easy recipes, egg free, family favorite recipes, ground beef recipes, nut free

Fajita Recipe

November 16, 2011 By Gwen Brown 4 Comments

Mmmm…can you hear the lime fajita recipe sizzling? I crave good, savory food this time of year, and this is such a simple, quick dinner with loads of flavor.   It’s a nice change from sugar cookies and cheeseballs.   And it’s *fast*…as in ‘set the table before you start heating the pan’ fast. And delicious.  It’s…

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Filed Under: Main Dishes, Recipes, THM Main Dish Recipes, THM S Main Dish Recipes Tagged With: beef, coconut free, dairy free, easy recipes, egg free, family favorite recipes, fast recipes

Mulled Cider Recipe

October 21, 2011 By Gwen Brown 2 Comments

This is the perfect mulled cider recipe, and I don’t say that lightly…I’m actually not a big fan of spiced apple cider usually.  But this recipe has a tartness that strikes a perfect balance with the sweet and spicy.  My sister brought a steamy pot of this to Thanksgiving last year, and I’ve been dreaming…

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Filed Under: Drinks & Beverages, Recipes Tagged With: beverages, coconut free, dairy free, drinks, egg free, gluten free, grain free, hot beverages, nut free

Ranch Dressing Recipe & Mix

September 15, 2011 By Gwen Brown 35 Comments

  A good ranch dressing recipe is something every home cook should have in her recipe box.  This is the one I have in my box.  And it is GOOD! It’s is a ‘bulk’ recipe, so you’re making up a big batch that can be used as a seasoning in many other foods, as well…

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Filed Under: Condiments, Spices, & Homemade Ingredients, Recipes, THM Condiments, Spices, & Homemade Ingredients, THM FP Condiments, Spices, & Homemade Ingredients, THM S Sides, Salads, & Dressings Tagged With: Awesome Sugar Free Recipes, blender recipes, coconut free, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, grain free, nut free, salad dressing recipes, salads, spice mix recipes

Dill Pickle Coleslaw Recipe

June 21, 2011 By Gwen Brown 3 Comments

I don’t love coleslaw, but this dill pickle coleslaw recipe is *GOOD*.  My kids even like it!  It’s tart and twangy and pickle-ish.  It’s the perfect side dish for summer eatin’…brilliant with BBQ, delicious on chili dogs, and yummy on fish tacos.This is what you’ll need to make it: Cabbage (or pre-cut coleslaw mix), onion,…

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Filed Under: Recipes, THM FP Sides & Salads, THM Veggies, Sides & Salads, Veggies, Sides & Salads Tagged With: coconut free, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, grain free, nut free, salads, side dishes, summer recipes

Chocolate Covered Banana Recipe

April 6, 2011 By Gwen Brown 8 Comments

Chocolate covered bananas were spotted in the freezer section recently, and wheels began to turn.  My boy just *had* to make some.  So in honor of spring break, warm weather, and all things that are right and good with the world, we made up our very own, and very healthy…and yummy…Chocolate Covered Banana recipe.  I…

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Filed Under: Crossover Recipes, Kid Favorite Recipes, Recipes Tagged With: bananas, dairy free, egg free, frozen desserts, gluten free, grain free, healthy stuff, mom treats, nut free, Refined Sugar Free, snacks, summer recipes, treats for kids

Garlic Chicken Recipe

February 23, 2011 By Gwen Brown 16 Comments

garlic chicken is totally easy, fast, and so savory delicious. This is one of our family favorite recipes.

Of all the garlic chicken recipes out there, this is my favorite. But you should know three things. First, I confess that I have never, ever have used anywhere close to 40 cloves in this dish, and it always turns out fantastic. Second, this is awesome…if you have never tasted roasted garlic, then you’re majorly missing…

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