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Recipes
All of these recipes have been made by me and tested to taste wonderful. All blogs are my thoughts inspired by my experiences and travel. I have taken most of the images as well. My goal is that you enjoy!
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Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Brighten your day with these easy Lemon Crinkle Cookies. A small-batch friendly recipe using one lemon and a secret pantry spice for the perfect golden glow.


Strawberry Rhubarb Galette
Master the rustic Strawberry Rhubarb Galette. Jen Vondenbrink shares professional tips for a traditional, flaky French tart. No pie plate required!


Sweet and Savory Berry Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
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Enjoy this fresh Sweet and Savory Berry Salad with Orange Vinaigrette, perfectly portioned for 1-2 people. Learn the science of preventing apple oxidation for a crisp, vibrant meal.


Antipasto Salad
Stop wasting groceries and start eating better! Jen shares her favorite "fridge clean-out" Antipasto Salad recipe, perfectly portioned for small households. Discover how a 24-hour marinade transforms simple meats and cheeses into a Mediterranean feast.


Eggs Benedict
Master a classic Eggs Benedict for two! Learn Jen's tips for perfect poaching and easy hollandaise to bring a luxury brunch experience to your small household.


Gluten-Free Almond Cookies
Stop throwing away half-eaten boxes of cookies. These small-batch Gluten-Free Almond Cookies are crisp, nutty, and perfectly sized for a household of one or two. Discover the secret to that professional bakery shine!


How to Make a Perfect Omelette
Stop settling for rubbery eggs! Join Jen from Appetite for Life as she breaks down the secrets to making fluffy, restaurant-quality omelettes at home. From the perfect pan to my favorite fillings, you'll be a breakfast pro in no time.


Whole Wheat and Honey Soda Bread
Bake a rustic Whole Wheat and Honey Soda Bread in just 40 minutes! No yeast, no waiting—just a simple, nourishing loaf perfect for toasting. Click for Jen’s easy sourdough-optional recipe and build your baking confidence today!


Custard Pie
Master the classic Custard Pie with Jen's foolproof tips for a silky, velvet finish. Learn the importance of blind baking and how to achieve the perfect "wobble." This nostalgic dessert is easier than you think—come see how!


Sourdough Buttermilk Pancakes
Don't toss your sourdough discard! Learn how to make Jen’s favorite Sourdough Buttermilk Pancakes. They are fluffy, tangy, and the perfect weekend breakfast. Click for the full recipe and pro tips for the best batter!


Pecan Shortbread Hearts
Master the art of buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Pecan Shortbread Hearts! This easy-to-follow recipe features toasted pecans and a decadent chocolate dip. Perfect for gifting or a cozy treat—your kitchen is about to smell amazing!


Tiramisu
Tiramisu is a luxurious dessert with lady fingers, espresso, marscapone and whipped cream. This tiramisu takes under 20 minutes to assemble.


Cranberry Glazed Ham
Cranberry Glazed Ham uses warming spices of cinnamon and cloves along with maple syrup to create a delicious glaze. Give the Cranberry Glazed Ham a go for your next gathering.


Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Mashed Potatoes are a combination of choosing the right potato, cooking them just so, and mashing them to perfection.


Maple Breakfast Sausage
Making your own Maple Breakfast Sausage is so easy. Ingredients - ground pork, sage, coriander, nutmeg, real maple syrup, salt & pepper. These maple breakfast sausages will be a go-to.


Sunday Brunch Casserole for Two
This Sunday Brunch Casserole will make your Sunday mornings so relaxing. Filled with eggs, sausage, bacon, cheese, what could be better. Try making this Sunday Brunch Casserole with your favorite ingredients.


Savory Dutch Baby Pancakes with Mushrooms
This Savory Dutch Baby is filled with mushrooms, shallots, and thyme. You can serve the Savory Dutch Baby for breakfast, lunch, brunch or dinner. Good for any time of day.


Caprese Salad with Bacon!
This Caprese Salad with Bacon is the perfect combination of ingredients. It is simple to put together. Ingredients for the caprese salad with bacon are tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, thick cut bacon.


Buttermilk Biscuits - Tips for easy, fluffy, flaky biscuits every time
Buttermilk Biscuits are delicious and can be used at every meal of the day. With three ingredients - self-rising flour, buttermilk, and butter, they are easy to pull together.


Baked French Toast Casserole
Baked French Toast Casserole is so simple using stale bread, eggs, half and half, sugar, vanilla and a delicious crumb topping.
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