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Caramel

Caramel Apple Dumpling Bites

These were a re-creation from a dessert we had at a restaurant the other night.  I have to admit, our apple dumpling bites turned out even better!  We were all fighting over the last bites. … [Read More...]

Country Vegetable Chowder

Country Vegetable Chowder

This country vegetable chowder is delicious! I know I say this about a lot of the recipes that I post, but it is one of our very favorites! I posted this for the first time a LOOONNNG time ago-- like 5 years ago... (EXACTLY 5 years ago actually) but … [Read More...]

10 Green Recipes for St. Patricks's Day

Feature Friday: 10 Green Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day

Happy St. Patrick's Day!  I wish we had ten authentic Irish recipes, but we do have one amazing one!  Irish pasties have become a tradition for all of us on St. Patricks day.  I look forward to eating these every year, they are so GOOD!  Here are … [Read More...]

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Turkey Over Italy

So I told you last week, when I posted the focaccia bread, that I would share with you my favorite sandwich in the world.  This is it!  They make this delicious baby at my favorite sandwich place in Boise called Deli George.  If you are ever in … [Read More...]

Mexican Chili in a Tostada Bowl

Mexican Chili in a Tostada Bowl

This is actually a previous post... I just put it in a tostada bowl and took a new picture. I have made this mexican chili probably a hundred times but the last time I made it I had the genius idea of putting it in a tostada bowl. Why have I never … [Read More...]

Picnic

Feature Friday: 10 Tasty Picnic Ideas!

With spring just around the corner, we are starting to get into picnic weather!  I remember so many times when we were growing up packing a picnic and going to the lake, or up on the mountain, or to the park.  Food just tastes better when you have … [Read More...]

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Rosemary Parmesan Focaccia Bread

I don't know about you, but when we go to a good sandwich place, I always go for the focaccia bread.  My favorite sandwich in the world is made on this kind of bread (I will be posting it next week!).  Focaccia bread is really tasty for sandwiches … [Read More...]

Instagram and Google+

Instagram, Google +, and Ad Spots!

We have some BIG additions here at Favorite Family Recipes!  You can now follow us on Instagram and Google Plus!!! Find us on Instagram HERE Find us on Google plus HERE You can also find us by clicking the follow buttons on the top right … [Read More...]

Sauteed Lemon Garlic Brussel Sprouts

Sauteed Lemon-Garlic Brussel Sprouts

I love brussel sprouts... especially when they are extra buttery! My husband on the other hand, isn't the biggest fan. When I made these the other night we BOTH chowed down on them! These sauteed brussel sprouts turned out so good! The lemon just … [Read More...]

These are a few of my favorite things

Feature Friday: These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things

A few weeks ago, a bunch of my friends got together for a girl's night and did a "Favorite Things Party". Have you ever heard of these? Until a few weeks ago, I hadn't. It was quite possibly the best thing ever. Basically it was a spin-off of … [Read More...]

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Spicy Chicken Peanut Wraps

Spicy Chicken Peanut wraps are a favorite to make for a really tasty lunch, they have a delicious creamy spicy mix!  These are so great to take for lunch at work or for a picnic because the cabbage won't wilt like lettuce.  If you do take it to … [Read More...]

Better Than Sex Chex Mix

Better Than [you know what] Chex Mix

This Chex Mix is SINFULLY delicious! We took this to our Super Bowl party and it was completely polished before half-time. It is one of those treats that people take a little handful to start off with, then keep sneaking back for more because they … [Read More...]

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Feature Friday: 15 Foods to Celebrate Chinese New Year

With Chinese New Year coming up on February 10th, we thought we would give you some delicious ideas to celebrate!  From appetizers, to side dishes, to the main course, this list will have you covered as you say goodbye to the year of the Dragon and … [Read More...]

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Italian Beef Roast Sandwiches

So this is now officially my new favorite way to do a roast.  Next time I am going to make this like a regular roast and use the dripping to make a gravy.  It is so incredibly flavorful and has a little bit of a kick to it.  Trust me, this Italian … [Read More...]

White Chocolate Raspberry Bundt Cake

Our Version of Nothing Bundt Cakes’ White Chocolate Raspberry Cake

Words can't even describe how excited I am about this recipe. This is another one of those recipes that LOOKS (and tastes) like it is complicated and difficult-- but it is actually really easy. I have been wanting to duplicate this recipe for a long … [Read More...]

Feature Friday: 50+ Swimsuit Friendly Recipes

Feature Friday: 50+ Swimsuit Friendly Recipes

Yesterday, I was looking out the window at the melting snow thinking of how excited I was for summer to come.... but my excitement came to a sudden halt when I looked down and realized I could barely see my feet. Summer can't come quite yet. Even … [Read More...]

refiredbeans

Cheater Restaurant Style Refried Beans

Have you ever noticed that when you get refried beans at a restaurant they are creamy and easy to dip your chips in, but the canned stuff is so thick, breaks your chips, and doesn't taste nearly as good?  Well this is my "cheater" recipe to make the … [Read More...]