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Easy 6-Ingredient Crockpot Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole
This Crockpot broccoli rice casserole is a delicious comfort food to serve with your main dish for your holiday dinner. An easy slow cooker recipe the best thing is the extra cheese topping. This delicious recipe is so easy to make that it also makes a cheesy side dish for any of your baked chicken…
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Easy Fall & Halloween Cards
I love receiving and giving cards, but I do not like to stand for hours in a store looking for overpriced cards that do not say what I am feeling. Now with our kids away from home at college & working, I want a more personal way to express my love than a quick text. I…
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15 Favorite Thanksgiving Pies and Dessert Recipes
No Thanksgiving feast is complete without dessert, and these are the best pies to serve at your Thanksgiving table. From cozy fruit pies to rich chocolate treats, every recipe here is made for the holiday season. Youβll find flaky crusts, buttery crusts, and even a guide to the perfect pie crust. Whether you’re baking a…
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25 Easy Football Snacks Ideas for Game Day Party
Get ready to make these easy football snacks for the next big game. For all of the football fans, you will find all the football food ideas for the football season. From savory appetizers and recipes to fall cupcakes to satisfy your sweet tooth, and even some healthy snacks for your picky friends. When your…
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How to Bake Acorn Squash with Butter and Brown Sugar
The easiest way to make baked acorn squash is to cut it in half and bake it in the oven. Quick to prepare and sweet and delicious right out of the oven as the perfect side dish for all your fall and winter dishes. The fiber-rich squash is enhanced with the delightful flavors of butter…
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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.