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Category Archives: potatoes
Jan 20
Instant Pot Beef Stew
Yep, another recipe using my IP! I can’t help it – it’s just too easy. Biscuit recipe coming soon! And yes, those were made in the oven 😉 Instant Pot Beef Stew adapted from Imperfectly Happy 2 pounds stew meat … Continue reading

Posted in beef, freezer friendly, Instant Pot, leftovers, main dishes, make ahead, potatoes, QuickAndEasy
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Sep 14
Quick Pressure Cooker Potato Salad
I’ve been having so much fun with my new Instant Pot! I can’t believe how much easier it’s made my life, which has become quite hectic. Doesn’t this look delicious? And it only takes 4 minutes to cook! This was … Continue reading

Posted in eggs, Instant Pot, potatoes, QuickAndEasy, salad
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Oct 16
Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes
This is a side dish that I’ve made on many occasions. It was part of one of my first blog posts, but I thought it deserved an entry of its own. It’s THAT good. And perfect for the upcoming holidays! … Continue reading

Posted in cheddar, cheese, freezer friendly, make ahead, potatoes, side dishes
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Aug 26
Simple Crockpot Vegetable Soup
September is only a few days away! And around here that means it’s back to school time! (I know some of you in other areas are already back…we’ve still got a few weeks) Schedules, after-school activities, carpools, parties…the craziness begins. … Continue reading

Posted in beans, corn, crockpot, freezer friendly, main dishes, make ahead, pasta, potatoes, QuickAndEasy, soup, tomatoes
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Apr 8
Perunagratiini – Finnish Scalloped Potatoes (Secret Recipe Club)
I almost posted this Secret Recipe Club post last week! Usually we are assigned to the first Monday of the month, and I made this dish on Easter Sunday, which was the day before I thought the post was due. … Continue reading

Posted in potatoes, Secret Recipe Club, side dishes, Uncategorized
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Mar 18
Chocolate Stout Cake with Ganache Glaze
How was your St. Patty’s Day? We had my family over for my Dad’s birthday and I made my first corned beef and cabbage dinner. It was a big hit – but not nearly as big as the cake. Ohhhh, … Continue reading

Posted in beef, cake, chocolate, dessert, main dishes, potatoes
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Mar 13
Potato Pancakes
Growing up we spent our summers on the Jersey Shore, specifically in Seaside Park, where my grandparents had a bungalow. It was amazing how we all managed to fit in this little house and never complained about the size of … Continue reading

Posted in appetizers, potatoes, QuickAndEasy, side dishes
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Jan 18
Portuguese Kale and Potato Soup
Here we are, right in the middle of what some people call the doldrums of January. I read that this week is the most depressing week of the year. With all the craziness going on here in our house and … Continue reading

Posted in kale, main dishes, pork, potatoes, soup
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Nov 28
Crockpot Roast with Cranberries & Sweet Potatoes
It’s already snowed twice here in NJ, and it isn’t even December yet! Temps have dropped and winter is right around the corner. This screams comfort food…especially comfort food made in the crockpot. Nothing like coming home from work after … Continue reading

Posted in beef, berries, crockpot, main dishes, potatoes
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Nov 19
Brandied Candied Sweet Potatoes
Soooo, are you all set for the big day? Got your menu planned? Food shopping done? Dishes dusted off and ready to go? Or…none of the above??? Since I know there are at least a FEW slackers out there (haha) … Continue reading

Posted in potatoes, QuickAndEasy, side dishes, Thanksgiving
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