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Instant Pot Bake Potato – Fluffy Fork Tender
How to make a baked potato with the Instant Pot electric pressure cooker, Step by Step instruction. Have the best baked potato in just 18 minutes, perfect every time. When you think there is no time to make a side dish try this quick & easy recipe. Instant Pot baked potatoes for a side dish…

The Best Recipes for Eating Corn on the Cob
Fresh corn on the cob is so delicious and versatile for making as a side dish for summer dinners. Starting with Cinco de Mayo and ending with the fresh crop of local harvest corn you can go wrong serving your family corn. From eating fresh bear corn to jazzing up an ear of corn Mexican…

How To Make Simple Instant Pot Potato Salad
How to make a simple classic potato salad in the Instant Pot. A classic family favorite side dish made simple by using your Instant Pot. Traditional for all the summer picnic holidays. An old fashioned summer barbecue classic that will disappear as fast as you set it out. Easy to make the morning before with…

How to Make Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Delicious creamy classic Strawberry Pretzel Salad. It is not really a salad but more of a nostalgic dessert that is sweet, tart, and salty all with fresh strawberries on top. How to make this family favorite dessert with no waiting to set the Jell-O. Strawberry Pretzel Salad is like Watergate Salad, while they are called…

How to Make Classic Macaroni Salad with Light Mayo
This classic macaroni salad is a summertime staple and is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and picnics. It’s quick and easy to make and is a great way to use up leftover pasta. Plus, it’s a hit with both kids and adults. This recipe makes the best macaroni salad with simple ingredients that you probably already…
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Welcome to my kitchen. I love to cook & feed my family. However, I do not like to spend so much time in the kitchen that it takes away quality time with my husband and kids.
I want to help you feed your family healthy homemade dinners, desserts, and snacks that help them grow without you spending hours standing over the stove.
At Crafting A Family Dinner you will find all your favorite traditional recipes and a lot of new ones with healthy ingredients and methods that cut cooking time using modern appliances.