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This soft and chewy Gingerbread Cookie recipe is so simple, delicious and adorable! Made in one bowl take less than an hour to make. These have been so much fun to make each year with kids during Christmas time! Unlike other gingerbread cookie recipes, these are my go-to recipe because the dough only needs to chill for about 30 minutes (so the butter can firm up and prevent spreading while baking) before rolling out the dough. There is nothing sadder than taking the time to make homemade...

These Pecan Pie Bars are so easy to make. No pie dough to make and roll out, no fuss over how they look. Just two simple steps. Not only were these simple to make but everyone loved them, young and old. They make the perfect Christmas “cookie” to add to your list. Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup powdered sugar 3/4 cup softened butter 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup honey 2/3 cup butter 3 Tablespoons heavy whipping cream 3 1/2 cups coarsest chopped pecans Directions...

I’ve always believed that the best things in life come from simple, honest beginnings. For me, that means fresh ingredients, family meals, and the satisfaction of making something with your own hands. Growing up in the 80's and 90's, things were convenient, fast and unhealthy. I felt like I have spent so many years of my young-adult and adult life trying to "undo" the bad habits we thought were healthy. As a full-time working mom of 3 children (a teenager, a pre-teen and a toddler), our lives...