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a tray of crispy meringue s'mores in rows with three s'mores pulled out on top

Desserts, Snacks

crispy meringue oven s’mores

June 21, 2021 by Rebecca 0 comments

These crispy Swiss meringue s’mores are the best no fire, no mess, make-ahead version of your classic campfire s’mores.

a close up of a muffin on two small dessert plates

Breakfast, Desserts, Snacks

toasted hazelnut chocolate chip muffins

May 24, 2021 by Rebecca 4 comments

These toasted hazelnut chocolate chip muffins are absolutely jam-packed packed with so much crunchy, chocolatey goodness.

sourdough beer pretzels with beer cheese dip and mustard

Baking, Snacks, Sourdough

soft sourdough beer pretzels

April 5, 2021 by Rebecca 2 comments

These dark brown, salty, and slightly bitter sourdough beer pretzels get their tangy flavor from dark beer and sourdough starter.

an overhead shot of a bowl of hummus drizzled with olive oil and minced garlic on a weathered white wooden countertop. three wooden spoons, a torn pita bread, and some garlic cloves are on the table next to the hummus.

Condiments, No Cooking Required, Sides, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

extra garlicky ‘israeli-style’ hummus

August 3, 2020 by Rebecca 6 comments

This Israeli-style hummus is packed with garlic, then topped with even more garlic and a generous drizzle of olive oil to serve.

Snacks

chex mix popcorn

June 29, 2020 by Rebecca 2 comments

Two all time great snacks combine to make Chex Mix popcorn, a treat worthy of a truly epic movie night.

an overhead shot of 9 puff pastry rectangular hand pies resting on a wire cooling rack

Cheese, Seafood, Snacks

tuna melt hand pies with homemade puff pastry

June 19, 2020 by Rebecca 0 comments

These flaky puff pastry hand pies are filled with creamy tuna and lots of melty cheddar cheese.

an overhead shot of a tray of patty cakes. one has been cut in half with the insides facing up showing the layers of peanut butter and cracker inside. a small bowl of blue purple pink and white sprinkles is onn the tray. crackers and chocolate are to the right of the tray and a fork with its tines dripping chocolate rests on the edge.

No Cooking Required, Snacks, Vegetarian

patty cakes (chocolate coated peanut butter cracker sandwiches)

May 11, 2020 by Rebecca 1 comment

These chocolate coated peanut butter cracker sandwiches got their name from my grandmother-in-law, who ships them around the country to her massive blended family.

a small dish of guacamole sits in a metal serving bowl surrounded by tortilla chips

Condiments, No Cooking Required, Sides, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

easy one-avocado guacamole (with quick-pickled onions)

December 3, 2019 by Rebecca 0 comments

Whether you smash it on toast, dollop it on tacos, or serve it as dip, this easy one-avocado guacamole makes just the right amount for one or two people to enjoy.