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20 Last Minute Thanksgiving Appetizers Easy Recipes
These 20 last-minute Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers are simple to make and still the classic appetizers for the holiday season, and some new ones that everyone will love. While I always recommend planning for the Thanksgiving feast, if you’re pulling together your Thanksgiving menu last minute, don’t worry, these easy Thanksgiving appetizers are just what you…
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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds (Butter or No Oil Option)
How to roast pumpkin seeds is a question every pumpkin carving family asks every fall. All you need is butter, salt, and the seeds from the pumpkin you already carved. They come out salty, buttery, and so crunchy you will not be able to stop eating them. Buy an extra pumpkin this fall just for…
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Thanksgiving Meal Planning Printable to Organize your Thanksgiving Dinner
This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission which helps keep my blog up and running but it won’t cost you a penny more)! Click here to read my full disclosure policy. Stay organized and reduce your stress…
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Fall Family Activity Bucket List Free Printable
Fall is a beautiful time of the year and goes by so fast. That is why I make an organized plan each year for activities I want to enjoy with my family. Apple picking, pumpkin carving, cider & donuts. You get so busy with everyday life that you forget to plan and schedule the fun…
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Simple Ranch Seasoned Movie Pretzels with Popcorn Oil
Simple Ranch Seasoned Movie Pretzels with Popcorn Oil are salty, crunchy and addictive. If you are having a fun family movie night after a long week or a little after school snack, your family will dig into a big bowl of movie-theater, popcorn and ranch seasoned pretzels. Quick & Easy to toss together. Seasoned with…
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OH HI! I’m Susan!
OH HI! I’M SUSAN! I’m so happy you’re here!
I am a wife, mother, grandmother, and believer, and I have been cooking for my family for more years than I can count. Here at Crafting a Family Dinner, I share simple, healthy recipes that bring everyone to the table without wearing you out to get them there.
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Welcome to My Kitchen
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.
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.