Category: Cooking

Pecan Pie Cheesecake Recipe!

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Pecan Pie Cheesecake Recipe!

Want a different take on Pecan Pie this Thanksgiving? If so, you must try this delicious Pecan Pie Cheesecake dish! There is nothing better than cheesecake and pecans! This was an instant hit with my entire family and I plan on making this sweet treat for Thanksgiving again. If you’d like to make this recipe as well, be sure to have the following ingredients below:

For the Crust:
  • 1¾ cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter-melted
For the Pecan Filling:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ⅔ cup dark corn syrup
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter- melted
  • 2 large eggs-lightly beaten
  • 1½ cups pecans-chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 24 ounce cream cheese-softened
  • 1¼ cups light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
  • 3.5 tablespoon unsalted butter-melted
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup toasted pecans-chopped

For further directions on making this recipe, be sure to visit the Lil Luna Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in sweet treat in the comments below, because we’d love to know.

2 Minute Peppermint Fluff Dip Recipe!

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2 Minute Peppermint Fluff Dip Recipe!

Are you excited for sweet treats this fall? I sure am! I love eating appetizers and sweet treats during the fall season. I recently found this 2 Minute Peppermint Fluff Dip dish and I want to make this yummy recipe! Plus, this looks relatively easy and fun to make at home. My kids will love this peppermint fluff and yours will too. Want to make this dish as well? If so, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 container (7 oz.) Marshmallow Fluff
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 tsp Peppermint Extract
  • ¼ c Peppermints, crushed
  • Chocolate graham crackers, or other dippers

For further directions on making these cookies, be sure to visit the Pinning Mama Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below, because we’d love to know.

Homemade Banana Face Mask!

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Homemade Banana Face Mask!

I love purchasing various face masks to rejuvenate my skin throughout the year. However, I was recently introduced to this Homemade Banana Face Mask. Long story short, I LOVE this face mask DIY project. I may never purchase this product in-store again! Plus, this recipe is inexpensive and easy to make. If you’d like to make this project too, be sure to have the following supplies:

  • 2 tsp. coconut oil
  • 1 egg white
  • ½ banana
  • Cinnamon (optional)
  • Honey (optional)
  • Avocado (optional)
  • 4 oz. mason jar

For additional directions on making this face mask, be sure to visit the Freebie Finding Mom Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this project in the comment section below.

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Cocoa Puffs Banana Cream Pie Recipe!

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Cocoa Puffs Banana Cream Pie Recipe!

Have a sweet tooth and need a recipe that contains both chocolate and bananas? If so,  you must make this Cocoa Puffs Banana Cream Pie recipe! I already love Cocoa Puffs, so this dish was a no-brainer! I recently made this dish and it was amazing, as expected. Want to make this banana cream pie recipe as well? If so, be sure to have the following ingredients ready at home:

  • 2 1/2 cups Cocoa Puffs cereal
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1 package (4-serving size) banana cream instant pudding and pie filling mix
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup frozen (thawed) whipped topping
  • 2 medium bananas, sliced (1 cup)
  • Additional thawed whipped topping
  • Additional sliced banana
  • Additional Cocoa Puffs cereal, crushed

For additional details on how to make this recipe, be sure to visit the Betty Crocker Webpage! Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below, because we’d love to know.

Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Potato Soup Recipe!

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Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Potato Soup Recipe!

The weather is already starting to get colder, which means soup weather! I recently made this Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Potato Soup and it was amazing. Even my kiddos liked this soup and they are picky eaters. Plus, nothing is better than chicken, potatoes, and carrots! Am I right? If you’d like to make this fall soup dish as well, be sure to pick up the following ingredients:

  • 4 slices bacon, chopped (could be low fat turkey bacon)
  • 1 large onion, peeled and chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups sliced carrots
  • 2 cup sliced celery
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper

Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below, because we love to hear from readers. For more directions on making this soup, be sure to visit the A Tasty Perspective Webpage for more details.

Nutella Hot Chocolate Recipe!

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Nutella Hot Chocolate Recipe!

I love drinking hot chocolate during the fall! Since the weather is getting colder, I’ve been trying different versions hot chocolate drinks this month. One of these recipes was this delicious Nutella Hot Chocolate. If you enjoy Nutella spread, then this recipe is a must-try!  Want to make this hot chocolate drink as well? If so, be sure to have the following ingredients ready at home:

Nutella Hot Chocolate
  • 4 cups low fat/skim milk
  • 2 tablespoons Nutella, a chocolate hazelnut spread
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons natural sweetener of choice/raw sugar
Optional Toppings:
  • Marshmallows
  • Crushed hazelnuts
  • Chocolate chips
  • Extra Nutella

For additional directions on making this recipe, be sure to visit the Cafe Delites Webpage for more details. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. We’d love to hear from you.

Make Your Own Super Healing Cold Sore Lip Balm!

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Make Your Own Super Healing Cold Sore Lip Balm!

Do you or your loved ones have cold sores during the winter? I sure do! If you’d like a herbal remedy for these annoying sores, be sure to check out this Super Healing Cold Sore Lip Balm project! I haven’t made this lip balm yet, but I plan to next week for future occurrences. Nothing makes my family more cranky than having cracked and dry cold sores. If you’d like to make this remedy as well, be sure to have the following ingredients ready:

  • 4 tablespoons lemon balm infused oil
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of coconut oil (if allergic, just substitute more lemon balm oil)
  • 1/2 tablespoon tamanu oil (an amazing oil that heals a multitude of skin conditions)
  • 1/2 tablespoon castor oil (helps the lip balm go on smoothly, adds a bit of gloss)
  • 2 scant tablespoons beeswax (or half as much candelilla wax for vegans)
  • 1 tablespoon shea butter (or mango butter)
  • 15 drops tea tree oil (also effective against herpes simplex, see this study)
  • 25 drops of peppermint essential oil (cooling, analgesic, I put extra so the lip balm can smell great!)
  • 2 drops of clove bud oil (optional, for pain relief)

For additional directions on making this lip balm, be sure to visit The Nerdy Farm Wife Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this DIY project in the comment section below.