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Baked Brie with Walnuts and Honey: A Perfect Holiday Appetizer
Baked brie cheese is a classic appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. It’s creamy, rich, and oh-so-delicious! The combination of warm brie cheese, crunchy walnuts, and sweet honey are absolutely irresistible. Plus, it’s super easy to make. We serve it for every holiday party as it is the first appetizer to disappear….
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Simple Easy Beer Cheese Soup – Keto Friendly
A quick Beer Cheese Soup if warm, filling, creamy, & makes the house smell great. Served with a side of bacon makes it a perfect low carb meal. Warm & cozy for any family fall dinner. If you have family or friends over for dinner this Beer Cheese Soup recipe will soon be a most…
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Thanksgiving Day Planner Free Printable
Plan Ahead for Thanksgiving Day Print off your Free Printable Thanksgiving Day Planner. By planning ahead you can have a fun family day no matter how many guests or how many side dishes. Taking the time to sit down and plan out all the details of the traditional American holiday will put your mind at…
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The Best Pumpkin Chili with Turkey Sausage
The whole family will love the best pumpkin chili with turkey sausage recipe. When the weather starts to change, the leaves start to turn, and you are heading to a high school football game, chili is one of the first foods that comes to mind. As we get excited for the cooler weather and the…
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Easy Instant Pot Barbecue Chicken Quick Family Dinner
this … Easy Instant Pot Shredded Barbecue Chicken is one of the first things I tried cooking when I purchased my Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker. This is the easiest chicken dinner that I make on a regular basis. It is a family favorite, easy to make for an unplanned dinner, as the supplies are…
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OH HI! Iβm Susan!
OH HI! I’M SUSAN! I’m so happy you’re here!
I am a wife, mother, grandmother, and believer, and I have been cooking for my family for more years than I can count. Here at Crafting a Family Dinner, I share simple, healthy recipes that bring everyone to the table without wearing you out to get them there.
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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.
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.























