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Smothered Salisbury Turkey Steak

It's getting colder and colder out with each day, so there's no better time than now to add to your comfort food list! Today, we're cooking Salisbury Steak with a twist. I switched out the beef with turkey and created a lighter, but still decadent, comfort dinner! Hope you all enjoy this one!

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Spaghetti Carbonara

We know you've all been missing our Crème Crash Courses! Today, we feature a new one with a family-favorite pasta dish- carbonara! I'm telling you... once the cameras were shut off we were digging in the serving bowl with a spoon. It was so amazing. You're welcome! (;

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Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas

Hope you all had a wonderful thanksgiving! Are your arms full with thanksgiving leftovers? Use your turkey in this delicious and easy quesadilla recipe! Sick of turkey? Our easy roasted chicken should fit your fancy (; hope you all enjoy!

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Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese

Comfort food at its absolute finest... we're in the Crème kitchen once again, this time for Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese! If your mouth isn't running already, you better make this one yourself to be met with meat and cheese heaven. Of course, we're biased (;

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Melt in your Mouth Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Loaf

Today, we feature the November winner for our Recipe Contest- Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Loaf! I am so happy this was the winning recipe, as I was ready to pull out all the stops for a decadent holiday dish with so many seasonal flavors! Can't wait to see these side your holiday feasts!

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Cajun Shrimp and Grits

We're kicking it Cajun-style in our latest video! You really can't beat the flavors of the south, all brought together in a dish so easy you can make it at home. Better get your bowls ready for this one!

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Pork Medallions with Creamy Asiago Pan Sauce

We're back in the kitchen with another fabulous recipe! This time, it's pork on the menu! With a cheese pan sauce and pasta to go with, who wouldn't dig in? We hope you guys enjoy! Happy cooking!

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Chorizo, Egg, and Potato Breakfast Burritos

Ever wondered what we do on weekend mornings? This is it! Nothing's better than a warm, scrumptious breakfast in the morning, but in order to make it, I always have to have a coffee (or mimosa) in hand! Hope you all enjoy another recipe!

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The Greatest Cookbook I've Ever Purchased

I recently got my hands on a cookbook that I found while reading a food magazine… go figure. But, as soon as I looked over some of the recipes that the book featured, I immediately got addicted. To Thai food, that is. And bookmarking recipes I need to try.

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Triple Cheese Macaroni and Cheese

Ooey, gooey, scrumptious— could you get much better? Today we feature a crowd favorite macaroni and cheese! I can't tell you how many times my kids ask me to make this one... I'm sure you'll relate once you serve it for dinner!

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Mini Pumpkin Cakes

Today we feature the winning recipe of our first recipe contest- Mini Pumpkin Cakes! We are so happy with the amount of responses we got to our recent recipe contest. What is even more astounding is how close the recipes were! We’re so happy that you guys loved our selection!

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Chicken Stew with Buttermilk Biscuits

By popular demand, we're featuring a very delicious and easy family dinner- chicken stew with buttermilk biscuits! We hope you guys love the recipe, be sure to send us pictures!

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Sky-High Scotcheroos

Peanut butter, sugar, chocolate... we can't think of a better combination. We even doubt you can! This week, we cover a favorite for snacks and desserts alike- scotcheroos! Get your baking pans ready!

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Thai Chicken Pizza

The best meets the best in our take on a Thai chicken pizza- and it couldn't have turned out any better! So delicious and SO easy! Might want to take notes on this one, ladies and gents (;

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Sautéed Summer Squash with Scallops 

Do you want a quick and easy meal for dinner? Look no further than your garden or local grocery store at the end of summer. I’m sure you will find and endless supply of summer squash. All varieties shapes and sizes. Beautiful and bountiful. Just pick a few of your favorites up, slice and sauté, and you are on your way to a fabulous meal in minutes.

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Easy Gameday Mexican Chili

This week, we introduce a delicious Mexican chili recipe that families can eat while watching the big game (or any game, that is!) An easy, simple recipe for any family dinner-- and so so delicious! Enjoy!

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Spicy Grilled Tomato Salsa

Believe it or not, there's a snake in this one. In this week's video, we feature a delicious salsa, which shows you once again that simple ingredients can be combined to create amazing flavors-- and be so easy! Hope you all enjoy!

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Charred Corn Guacamole

Guacamole… who doesn’t love? This week, I decided to dress my normal guacamole up with a few extra ingredients, and to no surprise, it turned out fantastic! What’s great about this guacamole in particular is the sweetness that the summer corn brings out. It’s a sure-fire way to bring an extra level of taste you don’t normally get from a guacamole.

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