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Delicious Black Bean Burgers

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If you are looking for a delicious meatless burger you’ll love these black bean burgers! They are hearty, filling, and super tasty, you’ll never miss the meat!  Meatless burgers… what are your thoughts? I’ve been a fan of Boca burgers and Gardenburgers for a very long time.  But to make my own?? I’d never tried […]

Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Bars

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If you are looking for a hearty and delicious make-ahead breakfast you’ll love these oatmeal raisin breakfast bars. Packed with oatmeal, raisins and toasted walnuts they taste amazing will keep you full!  It’s been one of those days… The to-do list is long & as much as I wanted to get a jump start on […]

Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

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I’ve always been a big fan of baked oatmeal, and of blueberry muffins. So how about combining the two into a blueberry oatmeal muffins?? Well… turns out it’s a fantastic idea. These muffins combine the hearty texture of baked oatmeal with the delicious flavor of a blueberry muffin. They are a fantastic breakfast for busy […]

Explore Kelleys Island Lake Erie

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Our family has vacationed along the Lake Erie shore for years and in that time we have explored a lot of what the Lake Erie shores and islands have to offer. One of our favorite places to explore is Kelleys Island! Kelleys Island is the second largest of the Lake Erie islands and it is […]

Cilantro Lime Coleslaw

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Are you looking for a delicious easy to make side dish to serve at you next summer party? Try this cilantro lime coleslaw! It is crisp, tasty, and super simple! Has it gotten hot in your neighborhood?? Boy it has here. After the weather going back and forth for a while it has decided to […]

Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing

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If you love carrot cake you are going to adore these carrot cake cookies with cream cheese icing! They are soft and cake like and the icing is the perfect topping! I have always loved carrot cake, there is something about the combination of moist cake topped with creamy cream cheese icing is just the […]

5 Easy Ways to Get Kids to Help With Spring Cleaning

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Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to tackle spring cleaning by yourself? Here are 5 easy ways to get your kids to help with spring cleaning! When it is time for Spring cleaning, even getting started can seem daunting to some people. With one person doing all the work, it can take weeks to get everything […]

Loaded Easter Candy Magic Bars

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Do you love Easter chocolates? Cook up these Easter candy magic bars, that are loaded with M&M’s, Reese’s Pieces Eggs, Cadbury mini eggs and a ton of other deliciousness!! I love chocolate… love love love it. It is one of those things I have to be careful about having in my house because I will […]

Easy Creamy Grape Salad

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This creamy grape salad is so delicious! It is great for parties, pot lucks or any day of the week! Fresh delicious grapes are covered in a sweet creamy dressing and topped with a crunchy roasted nut topping!      I love a potluck, seriously love. I have never walked away from one without a recipe or […]