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Red Velvet Cake Mix Cupcakes
There are many holidays where you will need your dessert to be red. Red Velvet Cupcakes are perfect for Valentine’s Day, February birthdays, and Christmas. Frost them with a rich and creamy buttercream frosting and decorate with beautiful sprinkles. Red and hearts say love no matter the occasion. Think you do not have time to…
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VALENTINEβS DAY HEART SUGAR COOKIE RECIPE
Making Valentineβs heart sugar cookies with kids in February will fill your heart with joy and love. Valentineβs is all about love and bring this love with a simple craft that is hands-on and full of laughter. Valentine’s Day cutout Sugar cookies are a fun way to brighten up the winter day. My mother Christene…
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Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sugar Cookie Mix
Mint chocolate chip cookies are a delicious twist on a classic treat, combining the refreshing flavor of mint with the rich, indulgent taste of chocolate. If you’re in a hurry and don’t have the time to make cookies from scratch, you can easily use a sugar cookie mix as the base for your mint chocolate…
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Valentines Coloring Pages for Kids – Free
Valentine’s Day is a special holiday for children, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun and free coloring activity? These Valentine’s Day coloring pages are a free PDF download for you to use as often as you want. These coloring pages are perfect for keeping little hands busy while spreading the love…
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How to Make Old Fashioned Homemade Chocolate Fudge
Take a bit of creamy dreamy homemade old fashioned chocolate fudge and you will be transported to your childhood. Maybe you first tasted chocolate fudge at the country fair or a trip to Amish country, but why wait for a special trip when you can make the same delicious chocolate fudge right at home in…
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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.























