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24 Best Cozy Fall CrockPot & Slow Cooker Recipes
This collection of fall CrockPot recipes features some of the best slow-cooker recipes for creating delicious meals that are bursting with a ton of flavor. These comfort food classics are all about slow-cooker magic, making dinner time simple and relaxing. When the crisp fall air rolls in and leaves start to turn, there’s nothing better…
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20 Game Day Football Food Must-Have Party Main Dishes
Football season is here, and that means itβs time for good food, great friends, and loud cheering. These football party main dishes are everything you need to feed your hungry crew. From cheesy casseroles to slow cooker favorites and big, bold flavors, thereβs something here for every fan at your table. These are the kind…
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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, donβt worry, these easy Thanksgiving appetizers are just what you…
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12 Best Cozy Fall Soup Recipes To Keep Your Family Warm
Fall is the perfect time to curl up with a warm bowl of soup that feels like a hug from the inside out. As the leaves turn vibrant colors and the crisp air rolls in, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a hearty, comforting soup that warms the soul. Whether your family likes a creamy favorite,…
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20 Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes
This is a collection of the best Thanksgiving Side dishes from classic sides to a few new recipes. We all know that the turkey is the center stage for a traditional Thanksgiving menu, but the delicious side dishes are the comfort food that everyone loves. All these classic sides will remind you of home and…
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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.
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.