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Sue Moran, sharing deliciously doable recipes since 2011!

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15 Spring Desserts 🍓 That Start With a Jar of Jam!

Hey friends❣️ Some of the most elegant spring desserts start with a perfect jar of preserves... 15 Desserts You Can Make With a Jar of Jam! Jam desserts are one of the smartest (and most delicious) baking shortcuts waiting for you right in the jam aisle of your supermarket. I love to take advantage of the current trend for exotic flavors and unusual blended preserves to make unique jam desserts, but you might prefer the classics ~ you get to be the creative genius behind these recipes 🙂 This...

about 2 months ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ Mom's come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities ~ which means one size doesn't fit all when it comes to baking for Mother's Day... What to Bake for Mom If you're reading this it's a good bet you love to bake. But baking for mom is a very special type of baking. It can be incredibly rewarding, but sometimes it can also be fraught with a few...issues! Hopefully I can take a little bit of the pressure off with my collection of tried & true mom pleasing recipes. :) 75+ Best...

about 8 hours ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ Like the mullet and shoulder pads, the dump cake is much maligned...good thing I've given it a makeover! Rhubarb Dump Cake The OG dump cake of the 1980's was pretty terrible, but the concept has potential for those of use who love quick and easy fruit desserts in spring and summer. My tweaks make a bad idea into a where has this been all my life idea. Not into rhubarb? Try this with berries! Or peaches, or cherries. Need gluten free or keto? There's a cake mix for that! Wary of...

1 day ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ So many things to love about spring, here are two of my faves... Simple Rhubarb Sauce I'm obsessed with color in my cooking, I'm also obsessed with tart flavors (like lemon!) and this quick rhubarb sauce is right up my alley. Depending on your rhubarb it will be anywhere from palest pink to an eye-popping magenta, but it will always have that insanely delicious and unique flavor. Yes it can be frozen. Yes it can be canned! So when you see rhubarb this spring, grab it. This sauce...

2 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ Giving a nod to some Southern classics this Kentucky Derby Day! My Kentucky Bourbon Meatballs always trend this month, but we love this party starter all year round (the sauce is to die for.) Kentucky Bourbon Meatballs “ Made these Bourbon Meatballs for a Kentucky Derby Party. They were EVERYONE’s Favorite!! Positively delicious. — NANCY There's something about Southern food. I can't put my finger on it but everything seems to taste better with a Southern spin... Bourbon Vanilla...

4 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ It's going to be a beautiful weekend, I'll be spending lots of time outside getting my herb garden going for the season, how about you? Mexican Cornbread Casserole We don't do a full-on fiesta for Cinco de Mayo, but it's a great excuse to try something new from a cuisine famous for its bold vibrant flavors. This casserole is more on the Tex-Mex spectrum, but super delicious and customizable. I made it multiple times this week and my taste testers were very appreciative :) One of...

5 days ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ This is the most delicious dessert I've ever tasted. Just gonna leave that there... Lemon Butter Pie You owe it to yourself (and your friends) to make this icebox pie asap. It's familiar (graham cracker crust, creamy lemon filling) and yet mind blowing at the same time. Make it! See all my 700+ dessert recipes here. what you're loving lately Chocolate Olive Oil Cake 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 “ Excellent recipe! I made it for Passover dinner for 8 people and served it with fresh berries. Not a crumb...

8 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ Spring marches on, I can't believe it's almost May!! Mex and Tex Mex Recipes for Cinco de Mayo I love it when Cinco de Mayo comes around because it's a fun reminder to make some of my favorite foods. I'll show you how to make tortillas (no really, they're incredibly easy!) and the most succulent Mexican meats like short ribs and barbacoa. If you want to broaden your culinary horizons make homemade enchilada sauce ~ it's a game changer and, again, so easy. Masa harina biscuits,...

9 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ It's true, if you make any one of these memorable spring cakes for friends they'll be asking for them again and again, for years to come! Strawberry Buttermilk Cake 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 “ OMGoodness! I followed the recipe exactly (which I rarely do) and it was delicious! My husband had to have seconds but I resisted. It will be perfect to make for a brunch I am hosting next week! I love your recipes and love that they are different from others I see online! Thank you, thank you! — LYNN...

25 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ I'm guessing asparagus lovers includes all of you ~ if not, hit reply, I'll set you straight ;) 12 Recipes Every Asparagus Lover Needs Asparagus is king of the spring veggies, and whether you like yours thick, thin, or in between, you’ll need these fabulous asparagus recipes to make the most of it this season. Of course you can't enjoy asparagus without the occasional splurge ~ this golden sauce also goes on eggs, potatoes, even French fries (try dipping my fabulous fried green...

29 days ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ Sometimes it's hard to make the switch ~ I've got your back :) Veggie Bowls with Salmon and Lemon Aioli Stir fried spring veggies topped with juicy broiled salmon and a cool and creamy lemon aioli ~ it’s a super quick, super healthy low carb meal that feels like pure luxury. But maybe some in your dinner crew crave a few carbs? I've got you covered :) Cherry Tomato Focaccia (See all focaccia recipes here.) What you're loving lately Banana Blondies 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 “ I whipped these up for...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read
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