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PEGGY’S SIMPLE FRIED SHRIMP

My mother-in-law was an integral part of my life. She was one of the kindest, women I have known, aside from my own mom. She was a treasure and her cooking was also a large part of our life. We dined...

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BREAKFAST OMELETS,WAFFLES, PANCAKES, IN MINUTES

The weekend is here and breakfast is the best part of the day! My kids look forward to fun foods, great cooked breakfasts and family time and I prepare homemade waffles and omelets each weekend to keep...

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Gluten Free *SOS*

This is not a sponsored post. I love cooking new Gluten Free Recipes for my children daily and once we test them and they are kid approved, I post them for your cooking pleasure! The Golden Rule Of...

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Eye Of The Round ~ Easy TO Prepare Meat

This is not a sponsored post. It’s five o’clock and the it’s time to feed. The troops are lining up. Are you ready to fill those plates or are you scurrying around and getting ready to give in to a...

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BBQ Pork Strips Easily Prepared

*property of Pittsburgh Frugal Mom** NO part of this video may be reproduced without my direct expressed consent Cooking is a passion and I love when my family enjoys their meals.  I do not like waste...

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Loaded BAKED Potato Skins

The kids are always hungry and I am always cooking, but sometimes I look for things that are easier to make and this is just one of the many days that I decided to tinker with a recipe.  Cooking is...

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The Hundred-Foot Journey

Headed into the theater tonight for a preview of the “The Hundred-Foot Journey” I was a bit anxious, a bit giddy and just really could not wait.  I was about to share with my children a classic piece...

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Against All Grain

Life has been sending lots of challenges to our household, and that is fine, because I take them on with gusto.  My first challenge was a lot of health issues for my youngest child, and once I lasso’d...

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The ALDI Christmas Cheesecake

I’d like to thank ALDI for today’s discussion about Christmas Baking.  The holidays are the perfect time to bake up a storm, but they also take the life out of you.  What recipes will you prepare this...

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Bruegger’s Bagels – Authentic New York Bagels

Dedicated to my family’s LOVE of Bagels…. Lavishly living life out loud I shop for brands because there is never anything better than the original.  You know what they say, ” often imitated, but never...

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Peanut Butter Biscotti

Is there ever not a great time to make biscotti?  I believe that biscotti is the one year round cookie that needs to be a constant in any kitchen.  What makes a biscotti so terrific is its ability to...

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Bourbon Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecakes are lavish and as you know I bake them quite often. When the season of Fall comes knocking on our doorstep and into our window eaves, it is time to consider warmer, more appealing flavors...

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2 Steps To Parmesan Romano Pasta

Have you ever walked down the aisle in the grocery store and looked at Ragu Pasta Sauce? Did you think to yourself, “don’t cave in, make your own, no Ragu Pasta Sauce?” Here is what I think of, every...

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Cookie Cheesecake With A PushPan

Baking is almost an event, if you don’t have the tools of the trade. I love finding a tool that is innovative, cuts my work in half and is offers a new twist on creations.  My latest creation is a...

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Inverted Angel Food Cupcakes With Salted Caramel and Chocolate Sauce

Angel Food cake is so delightful, light, delicate, and airy, it is almost like nothing every passed through you mouth, yet so Angel Food cake is satisfying.  As a young girl my Grandmother Stella...

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How To Make Cheese Stuffed Pretzels

Food makes Casa Vento go round and with three kids mixed between tween and teen I am like a restaurant source with the doors open 24/7.  I almost can’t believe how much food I prepare and go through in...

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Garlic Parmesan Wings

Spring and summer are party seasons and no matter where we go, I like to take party food. Garlic Parmesan Wings are a great creation and don’t take a ton of time to prepare. There are multiple ways to...

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Pressure Cooker Spicy Corn and Crab Chowder Recipe

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MerryMeals #CollectiveBias Colder weather signals belly-warming meals and a time to get...

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Farm To Cup Know Your Yogurt

My post today contains content brought to you by The Dannon Company, Inc.  The opinions expressed in my blog are my own.  For more information on Dannon’smove toward sustainable agriculture,...

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Rustic Italian Tomato Soup With Ravioli

My mom and my grandmother both brought me up on hearty and delicious soups, and my appreciation for a bowl of soup with a few chunks of bread has remained steadfast as a mom with her own family.   My...

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Shrimp and Roasted Red Peppers with Shaved Parmesan

What can you make in minutes and enjoy for the week? I prefer foods that cook fast and easy, don’t have multiple ingredients but provide one kicking punch of flavor when pulled together. Today I want...

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Easy Caprese Pasta Salad

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ReadyPasta #CollectiveBias The season of summer is upon us and it’s time to get real with...

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Easy 3 Ingredient No Bake Cereal Bars

Motherhood has taught me to be more giving than ever. I remember growing up, I would rather get than give, but as I have matured, I have learned that giving makes life better.  As a mom, giving an...

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How To Cook Incredible Meals From Scratch

I love my time in the kitchen, but I tend to lose creativity when I am in a rush or when the kids are home for summer vacation. Sometimes parents need a break from preparing lists of foods to create,...

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