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Creamy Paprika Steak Shells
This Creamy Paprika Steak Shells dish blends juicy, paprika-seasoned steak bites with a silky garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, all mixed with tender pasta shells for a cozy, satisfying meal. Creamy Paprika Steak Shells Ingredients IngredientQuantityShell pasta12 ozSteak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-size pieces1 lbSalt and black pepperTo tasteOlive oil1 tablespoonButter1 tablespoonGarlic, minced3 clovesSmoked paprika (divided)1½ teaspoonsHeavy cream1 cupBeef broth½ cupGrated Parmesan cheese½ cupChopped fresh parsleyFor garnish How to Make Creamy Paprika Steak Shells Step 1: Cook the Pasta Boil the 12 oz of shell pasta in well-salted water following the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Step…
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“‘Amish Crowd-Pleaser’—only four ingredients. I bring it every year, and it somehow always disappears first.”
This simple, velvety casserole mixes whole corn and creamed corn with butter and sour cream to create a cozy, flavorful side dish—perfect for festive gatherings or holiday dinners. Amish Holiday Corn Bliss Casserole Ingredients INGREDIENTSAMOUNTWhole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 oz)Creamed corn1 can (15 oz)Sour cream1 cupMelted butter½ cup How to Make Amish Holiday Corn Bliss Casserole Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish. Step 2: Combine the Ingredients In a medium mixing bowl, add the drained whole kernel corn, creamed corn, sour cream, and melted butter. Step 3:…
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Smother-Style Pork Chops
Smother-Style Pork Chops is a classic, cozy dish featuring tender pork chops blanketed in a hearty, flavorful mushroom gravy. Whether you’re planning a comforting weeknight dinner or something a bit more special, these smothered chops are guaranteed to satisfy. Below is a full guide to help you make them perfectly. Ingredients Everything you need is listed here: IngredientQuantityThick-cut boneless loin pork chops6Paprika2 ½ tablespoonsSalt1 tablespoonGarlic powder1 tablespoonBlack pepper1 tablespoonOnion powder2 tablespoonsDried oregano1 tablespoonDried thyme1 tablespoonAdobo1 tablespoonLarge onion, sliced1Garlic cloves, minced2Butter4 tablespoonsThinly sliced potatoes4 cups (a mandoline works well)Cream of mushroom soup1 can (10.75 oz) Instructions 1. Season the Pork Chops…
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My kids yell ‘Sunrise Surprise!’ whenever they see this baking on a Sunday morning.”
This hearty breakfast bake combines savory bacon, eggs, cheese, and bread into a warm, satisfying dish perfect for brunch or an easy weekend morning. Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole Ingredients INGREDIENTSAMOUNTBacon strips8Large eggs6Milk2 cupsSalt1 teaspoonBlack pepper½ teaspoonCubed day-old bread4 cupsShredded cheddar cheese1 cupChopped green onions¼ cup Instructions Step 1: Preheat and PrepWarm your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil. Step 2: Cook the BaconFry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble once it has cooled. Step 3: Make the…
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“After 11 Long Years, This Senior Stray Finally Found a Loving Home”
For almost four years, he remained tucked away in the back corner of the shelter—quiet, overlooked, and easy to miss. While other dogs barked for attention or wagged eagerly at visitors, he simply watched in silence. His head stayed low, his gaze heavy with a sadness that felt impossible to shake. Those eyes… they carried whole histories. Tales of empty stomachs, long nights wandering alone, and countless moments of being passed over. Whenever someone walked through the door, a faint spark would rise within him—a fragile little flame, trembling like a match in the wind. But the hope never stayed…
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Wow! I took these ‘No-Bake Moose Farts’ to a party, and they were gone in a flash.
These No-Bake Moose Farts are a quick, playful treat that come together with minimal effort. With simple pantry staples and zero oven time, they’re guaranteed crowd-pleasers for both kids and adults alike. Ingredients 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 cup chopped dates 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating) Instructions 1. Combine the dry mixIn a large mixing bowl, stir together the coconut, graham crumbs, and chopped dates. 2. Add the wet ingredientsPour in the condensed milk, add the…
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I Gave My Jacket to a Homeless Woman on Thanksgiving – 2 Years Later, She Showed Up at My Door with a Black Backpack and an Unforgettable Smile
Thanksgiving stopped feeling like a holiday the year Marla died. She was only forty-nine, and cancer stripped her down bit by bit until she was barely recognizable as the woman I married. I spent her final months sleeping in a recliner beside her hospice bed, counting the seconds between each weakening breath. When she was gone, I forgot how to live without fear sitting in my chest. For a long while, everything revolved around our daughter, Sarah. She was the only reason I bothered to keep going. Birthdays, traditions, celebrations—one by one they slipped away while I drowned quietly in…
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The Perfume I Discarded Hid a Secret I Realized Too Late
For our tenth anniversary, I surprised my husband with the watch he’d talked about for years. He gave me a perfume—lightweight bottle, cheap packaging, nothing special. I remember forcing a smile. I put it on a shelf and didn’t bother opening it again. Three weeks later, he was gone. Suddenly, devastatingly gone. In the haze of grief, that anniversary night replayed over and over. Not because I was upset about the gift anymore, but because I wished I’d held him tighter, thanked him more, paid attention to the little ways he showed love every day. I ached for all of…
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Why Is This Here?
Drivers traveling the backroads north of Gresham, Oregon, often do a double-take when they spot a tall, slim wooden tower perched at the end of a driveway. Rising about 15 feet, it has siding, a tiny peaked roof, and a glass viewing window at the bottom that faces the road. It’s clearly not a mailbox, a feeder, or a child’s playhouse. Its purpose is something entirely different. Locals have affectionately dubbed it the “driveway periscope.” Solving a Visibility Challenge Rural driveways frequently meet the roadway at awkward angles, with hills, brush, or fencing making it tough to see incoming vehicles.…
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“Brown Sugar Caramel Pound Cake”
Brown Sugar Caramel Pound Cake Treat yourself to the luxurious flavor of this Brown Sugar Caramel Pound Cake—rich, buttery, and filled with warm caramel notes. It’s moist, sweet, and irresistible, making it the perfect dessert for gatherings or anytime you’re craving something indulgent. 🧾 Ingredients IngredientQuantityUnsalted butter, softened1 cupBrown sugar2 cupsGranulated sugar1 cupLarge eggs5Pure vanilla extract1 tablespoonSour cream1 cupAll-purpose flour3 cupsBaking powder½ teaspoonSalt½ teaspoonCaramel sauce½ cupChopped pecans½ cupPowdered sugar (optional)For dusting 👩🍳 Instructions 1. Prepare the Oven and Pan Set your oven to 325°F (160°C). Generously grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan, making sure all edges and grooves are…
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