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Spinach + Cheese Quiche

I've been asked time and again... how do you make your quiche so rich and velvety smooth? ... Okay maybe not that question exactly! But I'm here to tell you how!! As always, simple ingredients, with some new and easy techniques, combine to create the perfect breakfast, brunch, dinner, or snack! Hope you all enjoy this versatile recipe as much as we do, and of course, if you make it, send pictures!!

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Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins

Everything's better when it's mini... right?!? Today is a treat for you guys... I've concocted the best chocolate chip muffin recipe, and sized it down for my entire audience to enjoy!! Now, there's a lot of muffin recipes out there, especially chocolate chip ones! What separates mine from the others is a batter not too sweet, perfect to house as many chocolate chips as you can into one little muffin! And boy, did we push the limits. Perfect for breakfast, snack, and everything in between, I hope you enjoy these little delights!

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The BEST Pulled Pork Nachos

Raise your shot glasses and ring in the new year! Today, we say goodbye to a memorable and AMAZING year of food, family, friends, and so much fun! What dish could best pair with this bittersweet goodbye to 2021? Pulled pork nachos. Obviously! Using pre-cooked pork, your favorite barbecue sauce, and a quick and simple but all-too special slaw to top, this dish culminates all the joy and excitement of the coming year. AND it's so dang delicious. We scarfed it up as soon as the cameras turned off!! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did, and we wish you all an amazing 2022!

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Biscuits and Gravy Christmas Tree Pull-Aparts

Christmas is only a week away... seriously?!? If you're looking for a last-minute Christmas brunch, you've come to the right place! We have just the easy and equally delicious recipe, all for you! Easy rich and savory sausage gravy to top biscuits stuffed with sausage and cheese... absolutely mouth-watering! A blast to make, fun to eat, this breakfast will definitely make your holiday season memorable. Enjoy!

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Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Warm Vanilla Cinnamon Cream

Not all bread pudding is made the same... hopefully you've learned that from us by now! This delicious recipe is totally going straight into my holiday file. My family couldn't get enough!! And this recipe takes just a few different ingredients, some sugar and spicy, and a little warm holiday baking fun. Hope you all enjoy this one, and what a great start to the best season for baking!

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Blackberry Custard Sugar Donuts

Happy Blog-Saturday, guys!How has your week been?? We had a big birthday in the Creme house last weekend. (Happy 15th, Maya Rose!) And, per usual, we had our birthday-morning donuts— candle included. (And perhaps a very off-pitch happy birthday serenade.... I can cook but I can’t sing, people.) I’ve been making these donuts every birthday morning for YEARS. No joke. It’s just expected now, even with the college-age kids. But to be honest, I adore the tradition!

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Brown Butter Banana Bread

Wow, this one's going into our favorites... I'm sure some of you may wonder how you can top the age-old classic of banana bread, but I've found the way! And it's SO easy!! A quick and simple brown butter elevates this banana bread to a god-tier level. Don't believe me? Just make it and see how fast it gets eaten up!! Hope you all enjoy!


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Buttermilk Waffles... in a pinch!

Happy Saturday and holy humidity... this is probably NOT the day to have your oven on, am I right?!? To me, this is the perfect day for breakfast for dinner! Just ask my nephew Owen. He’s celebrating his “sweet 16” and is a super fan of breakfast food. So, Auntie is on duty for some amazing waffles! Hey, I aim to please.

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Peanut Butter & Jelly Stuffed French Toast

I tried to come up with a way to make french toast even better... and by adding peanut butter and jelly, I think I nailed it!! Today, I combine two of the most classic and delicious dishes into one incredible, sweet and rich, amazing recipe-- Stuffed French Toast! When it's not the perfect midnight snack, it is AMAZING for lunch, dinner, or dessert! And, best of all, its easy to make and SO worth the few small steps to make! Hope you all enjoy!


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Croque Monsieur

Long-time fans will know how much love I have for French cooking, and how far that love goes back (Thank you, Julia Child)… Which leads to today’s recipe, something I can’t even believe I haven’t shown you yet! My croque monsieur is absolutely to die for, and is really a recipe that I think everyone should have their hands on, so here you go! Delicious and simple béchamel, golden brown crusts and oozey cheesy topping… it really is the ultimate sandwich. Enjoy!!

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Cast Iron Tex-Mex Potato Hash

I love my one-dish recipes, especially with a cast iron, but this has to be near the top of my list. I mean, with potatoes, bacon, jalapeños, guacamole, and tortillas to top, how could you go wrong?? This dish is not only super easy, (one of the ingredients is store-bought guacamole!) it brings out the best in its simple yet dependable ingredients and makes an absolutely delicious dinner. I might just have to go make a plate with the leftovers... Hope you all enjoy!

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Savory Ham and Gruyere Croissant Bread Pudding

With Easter just around the corner, I tried thinking of great new dishes to celebrate one of the most important holidays of the year (if not the most!), along with the turning of the spring season! Along with being the best Easter brunch dish— and I know I say it all the time— it’s SO easy! Just a few ingredients, a few dishes, and just an hour of your time, it’s sure to wow family and friends alike. So roll up your sleeves, get your eggs out, and I hope you all enjoy this beautiful meal!

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Puff Pastry Breakfast Pizza

Hello, all breakfast lovers! Who doesn’t love the weekends? I love LOVE lazy weekend mornings during the summer. I get to sip my coffee longer, I get to lounge in my cozies longer, and usually I have my kids sleeping longer, which means I get to whip something special up in the kitchen for them!

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