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Easy Pie Recipes – Apple, Pumpkin, Cherry, Strawberry, and More
This post is full of easy pie recipes as well as simple pie crust recipes. Having pie for the holidays is a traditional dessert that is easy to make and keeps well if made a day ahead. Family and friends will love all these recipes and you will love how easy and delicious. Enjoy making…
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Easy Chocolate and White Cake Mix Marble Bundt Cake Recipe
This Easy Chocolate and White Cake Mix Marble Bundt Cake Recipe will sure be a hit for all your Americana summer celebrations! Delicious, moist, and simple to follow instructions using two cake mixes. Light and fluffy chocolate and white marble cake, made with a cake mix and a simple vanilla drizzle frosting with powdered sugar!…
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No Sugar Rhubarb Pie: Homemade Olive Oil Crust
Indulge in this homemade No Sugar added Rhubarb Pie with a unique twist! This Rhubarb pie has a flaky olive oil crust that you will not believe has no butter. Perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without compromising on taste, this pie is a must-try treat every summer with the rhubarb fresh in the…
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Easy Fresh Tomato Pasta Salad
As the garden becomes more abundant in the hot days of July and August, as the tomatoes overwhelm our kitchen, this Easy Fresh Tomato Pasta Salad is one of my husband’s favorites. When the children were little I used to make this often, as our children like to eat just plain Pasta with Parmesan cheese,…
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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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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.