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Fall is upon us, and that means cooler temperatures, fall foliage, a new season of The Great British...

Forget Picnics—Let's Give These Teddy Bears a Beach Day! 🏖️🐻
We all know the fun story of the Teddy Bears that go on a picnic, but let's be real these bears real...

Sorry Wendy! We Can Make Our Own Strawberry Frosty at Home!
I am so in love with my Ninja Slushie. My husband was totally on the fence about getting one, and wh...

Get Your Brew On – Spring Pilsners
Spring is here and it is time to start working lighter beers into your brewing (and drinking) rotati...

Hot Pot Night at Home
If you’ve never had hot pot before, think of it less like a traditional dinner and more like an inte...

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Is It a Dessert OR a Salad? Call It What You Want, But This Strawberry Pretzel Salad Is AMAZING!
Oh My Yum!!! This is a family favorite of ours and we enjoy this many times throughout the year! I d...

You Don't Have to Go on a Hike to Have this Tasty S'mores Trail Mix
Trail mixes are so fun and easy to make! It is something you can make for your family, and even WITH...

Let's Make Ambrosia Salad Like Grandma Used to Make It!
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Let's Make This Super Easy Lucky Leprechaun Snack Mix
You don’t need the Luck o’ the Irish to make this super tasty treat! With just a few simple ingredie...

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Looking for a simple but yet refreshing drink this spring? A Kentucky Mule is a great option that ha...

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It’s the Perfect Time to Bake Peanut Butter Blossoms
I have a lot of fond memories of baking cookies in the kitchen with loved ones during the holidays a...

Let’s Ring in the Birth of the New Year with Birthday Cake Scones
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As with a love of cooking, one of the interesting aspects of home brewing is trying a new beer style...

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Get Your Brew On: the Wort, the Yeast, and the Bottles
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Get Your Brew On: Equipment and Ingredients
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There’s something cozy about this soup. Whether you live in a climate that has a slight chill alread...

Get Your Brew On: Getting Started
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It’s Pumpkin Spice Latte Time: Snuggle Up & Grab a Cup!
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