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25 Cozy Pumpkin Dinner Recipes To Make This Fall
There’s something about fall that makes baking feel extra special, especially when you’ve got little ones at home and are starting to build your own seasonal traditions. Pumpkin recipes are such a cozy way to bring the flavors of autumn into your kitchen, and they don’t have to be complicated to be delicious. Pumpkin isn’t…
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Saltine Cracker Turkey Stuffing Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving
Saltine cracker stuffing is a retro, old fashioned turkey stuffing recipe made right in the bird. This homemade cracker dressing has been a Thanksgiving tradition in our family for generations, and it is one of the easiest turkey stuffing recipes you will ever make. The mixture goes into the turkey cavity to cook, and any…
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Easy Sausage Gravy Recipe Over Biscuits
Easy Homemade Sausage Gravy & Biscuits is a big hit for breakfast, but not a lot of work. It looks like you spent hours but can be prepped ahead. I am always looking for easy breakfast ideas for the holidays. On Thanksgiving & Christmas when we have the family over I like to have an…
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Thanksgiving Recipe Cards and Table Place Cards
Decorate your Thanksgiving table with these beautiful place cards so each family member and guest is welcomed at your Thanksgiving Dinner. Use these cute recipe sharing cards to share all the family traditions that will be loved for years to come. Add the little touches to make memories that last a lifetime. Thanksgiving Recipe Cards…
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The Best Easy Italian Pasta Salad: Pepperoni, Fresh Mini Mozzarella Balls
Make an easy Italian pasta salad side dish for any picnic or potluck, it is fast and simple to make ahead. A classic summer dish that is perfect for backyard barbecues at all your summer family parties. Make it your own with different kinds of pasta or vegetables. Leave out the meat for a vegetarian…
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OH HI! I’m 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
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.