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How To Keep Food Warm for Thanksgiving Dinner
Keeping food warm for Thanksgiving dinner is one of the trickiest parts of the whole day. You have a turkey coming out of the oven, mashed potatoes on the stove, and green bean casserole waiting for a spot that no longer exists. I have hosted enough Thanksgivings to know the cooking is only half the…
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Snowman Cheese Ball Easy Holiday Appetizer
This easy snowman holiday cheese ball is a reliable, make-ahead appetizer that works for busy families and holiday gatherings. It uses simple ingredients, comes together quickly, and holds its shape with a few smart prep steps. This recipe is ideal for parties, potlucks, and family celebrations when you need something festive without extra cooking or…
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Easy Watergate Salad Recipe with Pistachio Pudding
Easy Watergate salad recipe is a big bowl of fluffy pistachio Watergate salad that reminds me of Christmas, Thanksgiving, and the retro recipes from the 1970s. This creamy, light dessert (you could even call it a snack dessert) gets its name from a Washington DC hotel, not the scandal of the same name. Rich, creamy,…
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25 Best Apple Recipes for Fall Baking
When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to change, fall baking season officially begins. And nothing says falling leaves and autumn more deliciously than the scent of apples bubbling away in the oven. Whether it’s cinnamon-spiced, or brown sugar-glazed, apples are perfect for baked treats that warm both the kitchen and put a…
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Coconut Poke Cake Recipe With Cream of Coconut
Coconut poke cake starts with a box cake mix and soaks up a cream of coconut filling while it cools. It comes out of the refrigerator cool and light, and one bite will take you right back to your grandmother’s coconut cake. Perfect for any summer party. This is the kind of recipe that looks…
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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.