There’s something so fall about apples to me. I think it’s because I associate it with apple picking at an orchard which is the quintessential fall activity. Today I’m bringing back one of my favorite apple recipes that will hopefully get you in the fall spirit. You can view the original post with step by step pictures here. What You’ll Need: -1 pkg. puff pastry -3 large granny smith apples -1 cup brown sugar -1 tbsp cinnamon -1/2 c. crushed pecans -caramel syrup for drizzling 1. Begin by slicing and de-seeding 3 large granny smith apples. The apple slices should be pretty thin. 2. Place the apple slices into a large bowl. 3. To…
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3 Cheese Hot Corn Dip
Happy Tuesday! Sorry for the silence-we took a little last minute trip before school officially started today. I spent yesterday catching up on laundry, unpacking, and battling a little cold I picked up while we were gone. I’ll recap our trip later this week but until then, check out this delicious dip that’s perfect for a party or just enjoy it solo as you rejoice or cry that school has started again. What You’ll Need: -2 11oz cans of Mexican -2 cups Monterey Jack cheese -2/3c grated Parmesan cheese -4 oz cream cheese (softened) -1 cup mayonnaise -1 tsp garlic powder -cooking spray -corn chips or tortilla chips for dipping…
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Mini Apple Pie Fritters
There’s something so Summer about apple pies and these little mini apple pie fritters are the perfect little individual treat. What You’ll Need: -2 cups diced Granny Smith apples peeled and diced (I ended up using 4 apples and leftovers) -1/4 c sugar -1/4 teaspoon cinnamon -1 pkg Pillsbury pie crust with 2 crusts 1. Place peeled and diced apples in a pot with cinnamon and sugar on low-medium and cover with a lid. Cook until apples are softened and can be mashed with a fork. Mine took about 20 minutes. 2. While the apples are cooking, unroll dough and use a circle cutter or glass to cut 3 inch…
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Marinated Farmer’s Market Salad with Feta
I made this light and refreshing salad for J’s birthday bbq this weekend and it’s the perfect side to balance out all that meat. The vegetables can be found at your local farmer’s market or grocery store and you probably already have all the other ingredients you need sitting in your pantry. *Note: Make sure you make this a few hours ahead of time that way the marinade really soaks into the salad. What You’ll Need: Adapted from here -3 medium to large tomatoes, cut into chunks -3 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick -1 onion cut into small slices or rings and separated -1/2 cup feta cheese {For…
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One Skillet Southwestern Nachos
These nachos are not only delicious, but everything is combined into one skillet making clean up a breeze! What You’ll Need: -1/2 lb ground beef -taco seasoning -1 cup rice -1/2 can black beans, drained -1 small can Mexicorn, drained -1/2-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Colby Jack -tortilla chips -toppings (sour cream, salsa, guac, etc) Serves 4 1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet. 2. While beef is cooking, in a small pot cook rice until done. I like to use the 5 minute rice for fast weeknight meals. 3. Once beef is cooked, add taco seasoning and heat through. 4. Add rice, black beans, and…