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  • Candy Apples
    by Emma Chapman on September 30, 2023 at 1:01 pm

    Candy apples are a classic fall treat with their shiny red color, hard candy coating, and sweet or tart crisp apple underneath. It’s the best thing to make after apple picking, for a Halloween party, or just when you feel nostalgic and want to be a kid again. Candy apples may look impressive and hard…

  • Lychee Martini
    by Elsie Larson on September 29, 2023 at 1:07 pm

    Have you tried a Lychee Martini? It’s sometimes called “lichitini” or “lycheetini.” Today’s cocktail recipe is sweet, strong and complex. You will love the mix of delicate flavors in this refreshing martini. More martini recipes: Espresso Martini, Chocolate Martini, Lemon Drop Martini, Snickerdoodle Martini, Vodka Martini Recipe, Cosmopolitan. Ingredients in a Lychee Martini The best…

  • Lemon Drop Shot
    by Elsie Larson on September 28, 2023 at 1:05 pm

    The Lemon Drop Shot was the first shot recipe I ever learned to make. It’s a lot of fun and great to serve at a party. There’s something undeniably perfect about the combination of sweet and sour. This recipe is so fresh and delicious. This shot recipe is a close cousin to the classic Lemon…

  • Stuffed Peppers
    by Emma Chapman on September 27, 2023 at 1:04 pm

    I’ve been in a little bit of a dinner rut lately. While I like all the dinners we have on rotation on our house, I’ve been craving putting some new things in there. And that’s where this stuffed peppers recipe comes in. So tasty! So easy! And while it’s already a pretty balanced and healthy…

  • Apple Tart
    by Laura Gummerman on September 26, 2023 at 1:00 pm

    This homemade French apple desert is a simple way to make an elegant looking version of an apple pie that is sure to wow your guests. The layers of tender sliced apples and buttery crust make the best companions and it’s easy to make but looks impressive. A classic French apple tart has cooked down…