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Chewy Ginger Cookies
When you've first gotten married, the holiday season is particularly fun as you're learning about your spouse's family traditions and...

Julie Barnes
Dec 1, 20202 min read
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Cranberry Almond Biscotti
The Christmas season has arrived the moment these Cranberry Almond Biscotti come out of the oven. I don't often keep these in the house...

Julie Barnes
Nov 30, 20202 min read
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Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
Three delicious ingredients sandwiched into one delightful pie - how could you go wrong?? If you're looking for a plain and simple Pecan...

Julie Barnes
Nov 25, 20202 min read
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Pumpkin Waffles & Cranberry Apple Caramel
Talk about a true breakfast treat during the holiday season! These waffles are fluffy, spiced and oh-so pumpkin-y. And while caramel...

Julie Barnes
Nov 23, 20202 min read
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Thanksgiving Meatloaf
I'm sure this holiday season looks a bit different for most households out there. Maybe you're planning to gather with a few family...

Julie Barnes
Nov 19, 20202 min read
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Holiday Handbook
Hosting a holiday is no small task. There's personalities to navigate, allergies to manage, loads of cleaning and decorating to be done....

Julie Barnes
Nov 2, 20206 min read
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Holiday Charcuterie Board
Here's the deal. Charcuterie is an art, not a science. I like to take a spin through the deli and prepared foods section, and let my...

Julie Barnes
Nov 1, 20203 min read
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Spiced Baked Ham
If you are ever fearful to host you first holiday meal, do yourself a favor and plan on ham. For one thing, it's already cooked! So...

Julie Barnes
Nov 1, 20202 min read
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Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes
What a fun little treat for a festive Fall party or potluck! Silky pumpkin cheesecake is layered on a crisp gingersnap crust and topped...

Julie Barnes
Oct 31, 20203 min read
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Classic Apple Pie
If I had to point to a single recipe that brought out the baker in me, this would be it! Growing up, I loved helping my mom in the...

Julie Barnes
Oct 25, 20203 min read
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Corn Pudding
I acknowledge "corn pudding" sounds a bit odd. Is it a dessert? A vegetable? It's damn delicious, and you should just eat it! You'll...

Julie Barnes
Oct 25, 20202 min read
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Chai Spice Snickerdoodles
I most enjoy Snickerdooles that are a bit puffy, a bit chewy, and a bit crispy. All the textures coming at ya in one delectable cookie....

Julie Barnes
Oct 25, 20202 min read
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Rosemary Spiced Nuts
I always keep a few different nuts on hand in my pantry. My husband often grabs a handful for a little extra protein in the morning, and...

Julie Barnes
Oct 23, 20202 min read
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Pumpkin Whiskey Cake
As a kid we spent Sunday mornings after church visiting with my grandparents. Nana always had something to share over coffee, or in my...

Julie Barnes
Oct 3, 20202 min read
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Pumpkin Pie Blintz
Okay, so I didn't grow up eating blintzes, but now I'm sad I didn't. These little crepe pockets of creamy goodness are amazing! An extra...

Julie Barnes
Sep 26, 20203 min read
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Pumpkin Pie
I'm busting out a classic - Pumpkin Pie. Gotta start stretching those pie-baking muscles again before the big day, right? In my humble...

Julie Barnes
Sep 19, 20202 min read
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Cranberry Rosemary Roasted Chicken
It's like Thanksgiving came early, but without all those damn house guests! I don't cook often with rosemary, but the Fall and Winter...

Julie Barnes
Sep 14, 20202 min read
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Cardamom Biscotti
These days I'm finding myself with a bit more time in the mornings. Funny how the lack of a commute can do that to you. I thought it...

Julie Barnes
Aug 10, 20202 min read
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