RECIPES

RECIPES

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What You Need for a Well-Stocked Bar
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

What You Need for a Well-Stocked Bar

Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or a novice cocktail enthusiast, having the right ingredients and tools at your disposal will allow you to unleash your creativity and craft amazing drinks.

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The Perfect Garden Party Menu
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

The Perfect Garden Party Menu

From Easter, to the Kentucky Derby, to the sheer pleasure of the season, there are many reasons for a garden fête.

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Pomegranate Cosmopolitan
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Pomegranate Cosmopolitan

This cocktail is perfect to throw together for a self-care night or batch on a night when you invite 3 of your closest friends over to wear ridiculous outfits and make outdated observations about relationships.

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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

This homemade take on a childhood favorite isn’t as quick or easy as heating up a can, but the extra time is more than worth the effort.

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Kentucky Bourbon Pie
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Kentucky Bourbon Pie

Filled with a sugary custard, crunchy pecans, and decadent chocolate chips, this pie is a wonderful alternative to French silk pie for chocolate lovers.

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The Secret to the Fluffiest Waffles Ever
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

The Secret to the Fluffiest Waffles Ever

I have made and enjoyed waffles (and shoving anything into my waffle maker) for many years. Last year, though, I stumbled on a waffle method that has totally changed the game for me.

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23 Classic Autumn Recipes
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

23 Classic Autumn Recipes

There’s nothing quite like a kitchen in autumn. My love of cooking and baking is always renewed in the autumn, and I bet yours is, too!

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Deep Dish Apple Pie
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Deep Dish Apple Pie

The crisp, sour flavor of the apple plays beautifully with the sugar and cinnamon, and an all-butter crust produces an exceptionally flaky crust in contrast with the thick, sweet filling.

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Easiest Bread Ever
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Easiest Bread Ever

If you’ve always wanted to try making your own bread and you need a confidence boost, this low-stakes recipe is just what you need.

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Carrot Orzo Pasta
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Carrot Orzo Pasta

This beautifully simple carrot orzo pasta dish is a favorite weeknight dinner. It has wonderful flavor with very little coaxing needed, and reheats wonderfully for leftovers.

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French Pear Clafoutis
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

French Pear Clafoutis

A clafouti (or clafoutis) is a very simple traditional French cake with a texture like a big, delightful, fluffy pancake. You can make it with nearly any fruit, but pears are delightful in autumn.

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Classic Beef Stew
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Classic Beef Stew

A big, hearty, classic beef stew that’s absolutely stuffed with vegetables and flavor is one of the best fall and winter meals. With basic ingredients and some seasonings, you can make a real crowd pleaser.

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Rustic, Open-Faced Peach Pie
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Rustic, Open-Faced Peach Pie

Late summer is the season of ripe, juicy peaches, and while peach cobbler reigns supreme, I love a rustic, open-faced peach pie.

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3 Autumn Apple Recipes
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

3 Autumn Apple Recipes

In the spirit of spending your orchard overabundance, here are 3 apple recipes to make your home smell amazing.

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Homemade Blueberry Lemonade
Blair Carpenter Blair Carpenter

Homemade Blueberry Lemonade

There truly is nothing like a big glass of lemonade on a hot day. Cool down with this shockingly easy (and outrageously delicious) blueberry lemonade.

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