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Butter Pecan Ninja Creami Ice Cream – High Protein Non-Dairy
Ninja Creami butter pecan ice cream is the frozen treat you didn’t know you needed. It’s creamy, rich, nutty, and completely non-dairy. This butter pecan Ninja Creami recipe is made with almond milk, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, and a handful of chopped pecans. It’s the kind of protein ice cream that feels like…
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Easy Pie Recipes – Apple, Pumpkin, Cherry, Strawberry, and More
This post is full of easy pie recipes as well as simple pie crust recipes. Having pie for the holidays is a traditional dessert that is easy to make and keeps well if made a day ahead. Family and friends will love all these recipes and you will love how easy and delicious. Enjoy making…
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25 Graduation Slider Recipes That Wow a Crowd
Graduation season means feeding a crowd, and sliders make it so easy. These little sandwiches are simple to prep ahead, and they disappear fast. Kids and grandparents both go back for seconds. Whether you have 20 guests or 50, these 25 graduation sliders have you covered. I know your family will love adding a few…
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Easy Blueberry Pie with Fresh U-Pick Blueberries
My favorite summer time pie is Blueberry Pie. Nothing beats taking the family to a U-Pick farm, picking fresh blueberries, and making your own blueberry pie from scratch. No matter how a blueberry pie looks your family will love it. Mine is a little rustic but so delicious. So if you are not a regular…
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Ninja Creami Strawberry Sorbet, Just 3 Ingredients
There is nothing better than a cold bowl of strawberry sorbet on a day when the kitchen feels like an oven. This one comes together with three ingredients and no cooking at all. I keep a pint in the freezer all summer long for afternoons just like that. Why You’ll Love This Recipe This post…
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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.