Perfect Pumpkin Cookies
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Perfect Pumpkin Cookies

These are my perfect pumpkin cookie: soft but not a muffin top, heavy on the fall spices, and finally (classic me): made in one bowl with no mixer. They’re heavily studded with chocolate chunks and caramel sea salt chips.

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Strawberry Pretzel Jello
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Strawberry Pretzel Jello

A pretzel crust is perfect to layer a sweet mixture of cream cheese and Cool Whip on, and the whole thing is topped with a pound of strawberries and strawberry Jell-O.

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Cheddar, Asiago, & Chive Scones
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Cheddar, Asiago, & Chive Scones

This recipe came to me as I considered the best way to use the extra cheese sitting in the fridge after I made my cheesy broccoli casserole. I’m not sure there’s a better way to dispose of spare cheese than these scones, my friends. They are towering and savory, perfect all on their own or with a runny egg and some bacon.

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The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
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The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Everyone has their own idea of a perfect chocolate chip cookie. Mine is one that’s chewy, bakery-size, and cooked until just golden. I prefer dark chocolate, which is a little less sweet, and chunks over chips, because I want to bite into pockets of chocolate.

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10 Healthy(ish) Holiday Dishes
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10 Healthy(ish) Holiday Dishes

We have arrived at the season in which even the least enthusiastic home cooks will be entering their kitchens with the intent to make something from scratch… let’s save a little spot on the plate for something more produce-forward, shall we?

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Chai Sugar Cookies
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Chai Sugar Cookies

At this point in 2020, we all need a cookie. This cookie, specifically, because you only need one mixing bowl and the handful of spices you’ve already probably gathered for your holiday baking.

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Lemon Lavender Blueberry Scones
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Lemon Lavender Blueberry Scones

This recipe was the result of summer longing and a whole lot of leftover wedding lavender, though I find I like them just as much in November as I do in June. The floral lavender, the bright lemon, and the juicy berries really sing. I think you’ll love these.

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