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Perfect Chicken Fried Steak & Gravy

Get ready for this one, you guys... We are heating up our frying oil for this one!! On the menu is a recipe requested by a long-time fan... they asked for the southern staple, Chicken Fried Steak!! Pair this dish with any veggie you can think of, or a heaping scoop-full of potatoes! (And invited us for it, okay??) I dumb this age-old recipe down to just a few simple steps, perfect for any weeknight dinner! And it is still just as good as you get from any local southern restaurant. Okay... we're being humble. It's better!! Hope you all enjoy!!

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Homemade Soft Pretzel Twists

These delectable, golden brown pretzel twists are baked to absolute perfection... chewy on the outside and soft on the inside! It is an absolute treat, perfect for game nights, movie nights, appetizers, and midnight snacks! Quick and easy, perfectly delicious as make-ahead or leftovers, this really is one of the ultimate bread recipes! Hope you all enjoy as much as we did... we could have tripled the recipe ourselves! Enjoy!!

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Pistachio Pudding Bundt Cake

The year is 1960. Store-bought cake mix is all the rage, even more so is jello pudding. Only the most inventive cooks could combine the two into a decadent, moist, and flavorful cake... and my grandmother did it!! So, 60 years and three generations later, the recipe is still well used and cherished each year. Now it's time to share!! This dessert is so easy and the end product is so amazing, it must fit into your St. Patrick's day celebration somehow! Hope you all enjoy it as much as we all do!!

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Creamy Pesto Fettuccine with Burrata and Crispy Pancetta

Valentine's Day is just around the corner... have you picked your date night meal yet?? Don't worry... we've got you covered. In this quick and easy recipe, I teach you how to combine just a handful of cheap, delicious, and unique ingredients for a rich and scrumptious meal. And the star tonight is pasta! Have I not sold you yet?? Just wait until you see the toppings. Hope you enjoy and Happy Valentine's Day!

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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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Italian White Bean and Prosciutto Soup

We are full-force into the season of healthy food and habits, and what better way to accompany this lifestyle than with smart and easy cooking?? This recipe is perfect for a low-calorie, vitamin-rich, and light dinner, sure to fill you up with all that healthy stuff! Plus, a bonus... it's DELICIOUS. In fact so delicious you won't even care that it's healthy!! Hope you all enjoy as much as we did! Happy cooking!

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Party Ideas: Sandwich Bar!

Planning on having a party? Feeding a crowd? Then a Sandwich Bar the way to go!

Recently, I decided to have a group of our friends and family together to celebrate the New Year! So many things to be thankful for AND to look forward to for the New Year! I wanted something simple and tasty, but not overly complicated since the holidays have passed, and a lot of cooking and entertaining to go with it! What better than a Sandwich Bar?!?

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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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Spicy Mini Chicken Egg Rolls

Y'all ready to roll? I LOVED this appetizer recipe, it's been far too long since we've had one! It's THE perfect starter to all your upcoming family gatherings, and would be even better to make together as a family! Paired with a sweet, tangy, and spicy chili sauce, you better roll your sleeves up and get rolling, these things will go quick!! Hope you all enjoy as much as we did!!

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Grinch Shortbread Cookies

Hello, bakers! We recently had the pleasure of welcoming an aspiring baker into our kitchen for a very special recipe… Grinch Shortbread Cookies! Miss Ellie Stapp and her mom, Sarah, were so much fun to bake with (especially the artistic decision by Ellie to add 1/4 bottle of green food coloring to the batch!) Not only were these fabulous festive cookies delicious, they looked the part as well! It was such a great experience having these girls in our kitchen, and so much better knowing they could take a fabulous recipe home for their family!

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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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Classy Frito Pie

We're back in the kitchen-- a brand spanking new one at that!! We're doing our first official video in our complete kitchen, donned with all the fixings to accommodate our obsession with food! What better to christen our new kitchen with one of our classiest recipe yet... Frito Pie. An easy beef, bean, and corn chili to stage a cheesy Frito topping... I mean, there's no more classy (or scrumptious) than that. Hope you all enjoy, and we look forward to this new journey of cooking with you all!

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Pepperoni Sheet Pan Pizza

Looking for an easy family dinner? This is the video for you!!

We love our easy sheet pan pizzas, topped with everyone’s favoite toppings, and finished with a perfect sweet and spicy chili honey drizzle! Needless to say, the pan-ful of pizza was gone in a single serving. Take note, and you children will thank you without a doubt! Enjoy!!

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Crispy Cajun Roasted Potatoes

Happy Saturday, once again! We grilled some steak a few days ago when the weather was just perfect! As an accompaniment to our main course, I decided to toast some baby potatoes with a slight and “spicy” spin! They came out crispy and delicious. Needless to say, there were no leftovers. The key is to make sure you are not overloading your cookie sheet— otherwise they will steam! So just get out that extra sheet pan and do a little extra washing that day. It will be SO worth it!

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How to Grill Pork Chops

I hate to break it to you all, but YOU'RE GRILLING PORK CHOPS WRONG! I always get questions on how to cook pork chops, everyone's favorite grilled meal! The thing is, I can't tell you all how many times I've had pork chops that are way too dry!! In this video, I show you the best way to grill a tender, JUICY, and flavorful pork chops! Hope you all learn a few things and enjoy!!

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Creme Focaccia with Pulled Barbecue Chicken

Happy Saturday and happy game day! When it comes to quick and easy, let me just say I have perfected this type of meal-making! I love love the pulled pork or pulled chicken you can buy at your local big warehouse or grocery store, and I’m always trying to find unique and yummy ways to use it, like in my pulled chicken (or pork!) soup! But today, I thought I would combine my easy focaccia bread with some smokey and juicy pulled chicken. If you don’t want to make the focaccia, no worries! Just pick some up at the bakery!

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Beer Cheese and Bacon Loaded Fries

Guilty pleasure at it's finest... ... Wasps not included. Today, I try to cater towards my children, who you can always find in the Freddy's drive-through for loaded fries! I wanted not only to make a better fry than fast food has to offer, I wanted to combine some extra ingredients to make it unforgettable! So, I came up with this Beer Cheese and Bacon Fry... and wow. I don't think my kids will be driving thru anytime soon!! Hope you all enjoy it as much as they do, because I KNOW you'll be taking this recipe to your own kitchen!


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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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