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Hey, I’m Lex!
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Latest Recipes!
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Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Chicken Stew
This time of year, a hearty stew with some crispy bread is pretty hard to beat for me. Warming, a little kick, a one pot big batch that’s freezer friendly? That’s a whole love language for me. This Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Chicken Stew was creamy, sweet from the pumpkin, a little spicy from the jalapeño, and packed with juicy chicken thighs! The chickpeas gave some texture, the bell pepper added crunch, and the spice blend and fresh herbs created so much flavor. This was easy to make, and my family really loved it. It exuded fall and winter vibes and most definitely had everybody going back for another serving!
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Leftover Halloween Candy Cookie Bars (Thick & Chewy!)
Halloween has come and gone and most of us are totally drowning in candy! At this point, my kids are so jacked up on sugar that if I hear them ask for that Halloween bucket from on top of the fridge again, I might lose it. These Leftover Halloween Candy Cookie Bars were such a great way to use up some of those leftover candy bars! And while I’m not the biggest candy person, I found myself reaching for these delicious treats more than once. They were thick, chewy, nutty, chocolatey – everything you’d want from a cookie bar. The kids still got their sugar fix, but in a new and exciting way. These definitely gave me “monster cookie” vibes!
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Roasted Garlic Cheesy Potatoes
Sometimes you just want something cheesy, rich, and totally bad for you! Something you KNOW is going to be nap inducing. These Roasted Garlic Cheesy Potatoes reminded me of the nostalgic funeral potatoes grandma used to make. The garlic was roasted, mashed, and stirred into the creamy filling ingredients. The potatoes were hand shredded, blanched, and folded into the garlicky, creamy filling before everything was baked until bubbly and melty! It was just ridiculous. This is the type of dish to bring to a Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter party! You could also be like me and make it at home on a Saturday, then proceed to eat half the pan by yourself. It was incredible.
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Hot Honey Dill Pickle Snack Mix
These days, I can’t seem to get enough pickle in my life! I will seriously demolish a whole jar in a day or two. We’re expecting our third and last baby in a few months and I guess that’s her fav thing so far. This Hot Honey Dill Pickle Snack Mix was the perfect thing to cure my hankering for pickles and also cure my never-ending snack attack. This was so addicting, ridiculously easy to make, and super game-day worthy! It’s also family friendly, despite the hot honey twist. Loaded with pretzels, cheese crackers, peanuts, Chex cereal, a variety of spices, and a hot honey glaze – this is the type of mix that you can proudly present at a potluck. Just know…you’ll probably be asked to bring it every time. It’s that good!
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Creamy Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups with Tuna
Chill air makes me want to bake all the comfort food. I just love getting festive, especially in the kitchen! When I’m wanting something cozy and comforting for the family, I’m usually looking for an indulgent pasta dish to make! These Creamy Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups with Tuna were completely unexpected, in the best way! The ricotta, garlic, and spinach filling with that little bit of lemon juice – oh, it was so good. The tuna blends right into the filling, adding protein and richness without overpowering those classic lasagna flavors. With that deep tomato, Italian-seasoning spiced sauce drizzled over the roll ups – it was phenomenal. Budget friendly and perfect for a warm family dinner!
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Cranberry Vanilla Bean Milkshake
It’s that time of year – time for cranberry everything! And I’m pumped! The closer we get to Thanksgiving and Christmas, the heavier it’s on my mind. It’s a flavor that I wish was celebrated and more readily available year-round! This Cranberry Vanilla Bean Milkshake was the perfect way to welcome this warm, sunny weather we’ve been having. The Midwest is all over when it comes to weather! In the morning you’ll see frost, and by the afternoon – you’ll be walking around in a short-sleeved shirt. It’s wild. This milkshake was refreshing, sweet, tart, and super unexpected. And vanilla bean is such a next level flavor too. This is the type of drink that will have people going, “wait, what?” Something you’d never think to make but are so glad you did!
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