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apple blackberry bramble recipe ingredients shotMy favorite dishes to make at home are the ones my mom collected over years, pasting them into her binder. She made them over and over, and eating them never gets boring. This is the kind of home cooking families have been doing for generations, and it brings families together. My original recipes are developed by me, for other people who aspire to be the kind of cook whose food is fun to make and good to eat- the kind of food that brings people to the table.

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Stuffed Onion recipe horizontal Joy Makin' Mamas

Make the humble onion into the star of your plate

February 26, 2015November 1, 2017 - by Meghan G - 8 Comments.

Hollowing an onion is not as hard as one might think, and these stuffed onions make what would otherwise be a plain-Jane casserole into a rock star entree that’s fancy enough for company, but easy enough for family dinners.

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Easy rice and lentil pilaf microwave process shot Joy Makin' Mamas

Easy Rice and Lentil Pilaf recipe for your slow cooker or microwave

February 19, 2015October 18, 2017 - by Meghan G - 4 Comments.

The inspiration for this Rice and Lentil Pilaf Recipe is that I have always loved those rice pilaf mixes that come in a box. The ones with rice and pasta …

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Holy Mole Chili Easy Everyday Slow Cooker Recipes Joy Makin' Mamas Review

Take your slow cooker beyond soups and stews

February 17, 2015November 1, 2017 - by Meghan G - 12 Comments.

Slow cSlow cooker recipes are disappointing. Okay, not all slow cooker recipes. But it is definitely common enough that if you think “crock pot” equals “boring” then you are not …

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#HoneyBakedHoliday Half Ham Joy Makin Mamas

All I want for Christmas is a #HoneyBakedHoliday #Sponsored

December 5, 2014October 18, 2017 - by Meghan G - 37 Comments.

Since I have my two front teeth already, all I want for Christmas is some HoneyBaked ham. Ok, maybe not ALL. I’d also like about 24 uninterrupted hours to tackle …

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Warm up with a Homemade Chili Kit Free Printable

Warm you up Homemade Chili Kit

November 26, 2014October 9, 2017 - by Meghan G - 44 Comments.

Create and give a kit your recipient can turn into delicious, savory chili to warm them any time. Recipe and FREE PRINTABLE recipe cards included.

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sweet potato chicken chili recipe Joy Makin Mamas

Sweet Potato Chicken Chili Recipe featuring Dei Fratelli

October 9, 2014October 6, 2017 - by Meghan G - 21 Comments.

This sweet potato chili is what I consider “Pretty spicy,” as in, “Serve with cornbread,” but not “don’t touch it with your skin because it’s chemical weapons spicy.” So grab an apron and let’s get our cook on.

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