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Easy Instant Pot Fresh Corn on the Cob
How long does it take to make Instant Pot Corn on the Cob? This question is asked every summer. Try this easy corn-on-the-cob recipe for the perfect sweet summer corn. The easiest way to cook fresh corn on the cob for all your summer grilling dinners is 4 minutes in a cup of water, high…
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Copycat Wendy’s Frosty Recipe
This Copycat Wendy’s Frosty recipe tastes exactly like the original, made right at home with your Ninja Creami. Three simple ingredients, a little patience while it freezes, and you have that rich, creamy Frosty flavor without leaving your house. My family goes crazy for this one, and Jim gives it two thumbs up every single…
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5 Steps to Prepare Your Raised Bed Vegetable Garden for Spring Plantings
Planting a raised bed does not have to be confusing or complicated. There are basically 5 steps to preparing the soil after you have the raised bed built. Clearing out any old rocks and debris, weed whacking all weeds to the ground, hand turning the soil, rototilling the soil, and raking smooth. 5 Steps to…
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Ninja Creami Protein Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Dairy Free)
If you love mint chocolate chip ice cream but you’re trying to eat better, this recipe is about to become your new best friend. This Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream is dairy-free, high protein, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have. It tastes like the real thing because, honestly, it…
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Zesty Lemon Cashew Green Goddess Dressing Recipe – No Oil
Green Goddess is a creamy, tangy, zesty dressing with the perfect balance of fresh parsley, ginger, cashew, and lemon flavor. Creamy and flavorful, vegan dressing with no oil. Bursting with fresh parsley and herb flavor! Who needs oil when you can use fresh herbs and nuts to create the creamiest, most sensuous dressing around? That’s…
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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. 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.