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Polenta Caprese Appetizers

Polenta Caprese Appetizers

Appetizers might be my favorite part of any party.  Whether a fancy soiree or a simple get-together, little two-bite foods are the best.  Knowing that we’ll have parties a-plenty coming soon, I wanted to add a little good luck charm of a recipe.  These Polenta Caprese Appetizers would be great for any party, but they’ll be especially

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Decorating Christmas Cookies

Decorating Christmas Cookies | sugar cookies, gingerbread and royal icing recipes

It’s an annual tradition in my family to bake a bazillion sugar and gingerbread cookies and decorate them with an icing recipe my Mom snagged from my third grade class. It’s the best royal icing recipe for this style of cookie decorating because it holds its shape and gets nice and crunchy when it’s dry.

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Christmas Roast (on a budget)

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]I love to celebrate Christmas like the Whos in Whoville with a grand roast beast.  However, my budget’s tight and I can’t afford to go all out on a standing rib roast.  Luckily, there’s a much cheaper cut of meat that, if prepared properly, can be a striking centerpiece to your holiday meal.  I’m

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