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Easy Watergate Salad Recipe with Pistachio Pudding
Easy Watergate salad recipe is a big bowl of fluffy pistachio Watergate salad that reminds me of Christmas, Thanksgiving, and the retro recipes from the 1970s. This creamy, light dessert (you could even call it a snack dessert) gets its name from a Washington DC hotel, not the scandal of the same name. Rich, creamy,…
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Chocolate Strawberry Poke Cake with Hot Fudge Filling
There is a moment at every family gathering where someone cuts into this cake, sees the dark hot fudge filling running through every single crumb, and goes completely quiet. The strawberry whipped cream frosting makes it look like it came from a bakery, but nobody is prepared for what is inside. That quiet lasts about…
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Easy Salad with Coleslaw for a Crowd
Impress your guests with this irresistible Easy Crunchy Asian Ramen Salad with Coleslaw that’s perfect for any crowd. Packed with savory flavors and a satisfying crunch, this recipe features crispy ramen noodles baked in buttery seasoning and mixed with fresh coleslaw for a deliciously simple yet flavorful dish. This Easy Crunchy Asian Ramen Salad with…
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Ninja Creami Vanilla Protein Ice Cream (High Protein, Low Carb)
Ninja creami protein ice cream recipe fans, this vanilla version is about to become your new go-to healthy treat. You only need 3 simple ingredients, and the result is a rich, creamy vanilla ice cream packed with protein and low in carbs. I have always loved ice cream, but a couple of years ago I…
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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…
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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. 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.