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Cream Cheese Pecan Praline King Cake

Cream Cheese Pecan Praline King Cake

Short Cut Pecan Praline Cream Cheese King Cake

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are 100% my own.

It’s officially Carnival season, which is my second favorite time of the year because Carnival season also means King Cake season! I partnered with my friends at Tony Chachere’s to create this delicious short cut pecan praline cream cheese king cake that is made with crescent rolls so that you can enjoy a delicious king cake with way less effort and time. This shortcut king cake has a delicious cream cheese pecan praline filling and tastes just like it was made from scratch! You are going to love making this shortcut king cake version every single year!

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PostedJanuary 29, 2025
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDessert
Tagsking cake, cake, dessert, carnival season, mardi gras
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Smoked Standing Rib Roast

Smoked Standing Rib Roast

Smoked Standing Rib Roast

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are 100% my own.

A standing prime rib roast is always the star of any holiday table. It’s a classic Christmas dinner main dish and if cooked correctly, is always so delicious. I partnered with Tony Chachere’s to share with you this smoked standing rib roast that is smoked low and slow and finished on high heat to create an amazing crust on the outside of the roast with a perfectly tender, juicy, and flavorful inside. This smoked standing rib roast is absolutely mouthwatering delicious and you are going to love adding it to your holiday menu.

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PostedDecember 20, 2024
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner, Holiday
Tagsprime rib, standing rib roast, holiday dinner, steak, holiday recipes, dinner
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Cajun Cornbread Breakfast Casserole

Cajun Cornbread Breakfast Casserole

Cajun Cornbread Breakfast Casserole

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are 100% my own.

A good breakfast casserole is a must have any time you have a house full of guests, are entertaining, or want to have a make ahead breakfast that you can eat all week. I partnered with my friends at Tony Chachere’s to create this delicious Cajun Cornbread Breakfast Casserole using their Creole Cornbread Stuffing Mix that is the perfect base for the casserole. This breakfast casserole is going to quickly become your new favorite for the holiday season because it’s easy to make and is so delicious too!

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PostedDecember 4, 2024
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesBreakfast, Brunch
Tagsbreakfast, breakfast casserole, casserole recipes, casseroles
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Thanksgiving Recipe Round Up

Thanksgiving Recipe Round Up

Thanksgiving Recipe Round Up

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I’ve got you covered with all of my favorite dishes to make your holiday menu a show stopper. From main dishes, sides, salads, desserts, cocktails, and even appetizers, I’ve got something for everyone whether you are hosting or simply bringing a potluck dish.

I’ve combined 30+ of my favorite holiday recipes that you and your loved ones are going to love making year after year. I am so THANKFUL for each one of you and can’t wait for you to make one or all of these recipes for yourself.

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PostedNovember 18, 2024
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
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Sheet Pan Turkey Dinner

Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner

Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are 100% my own.

If you want to simplify your Thanksgiving dinner or scale it down to serve four people or less, this sheet pan Thanksgiving dinner is for you. I partnered with my friends at Tony Chachere’s to create this delicious turkey dinner using my favorite Butter Injectable plus their Original Creole Seasoning, which are both a must when cooking any turkey! This simplified Thanksgiving dinner features a turkey breast in place of a whole turkey, individual sweet potatoes with a pecan topping, and perfectly cooked brussel sprouts. This sheet pan Thanksgiving dinner is the perfect way to enjoy all of your favorite Thanksgiving flavors on a smaller scale and with way less effort too!

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PostedNovember 15, 2024
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
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Pumpkin Pie Hand Pies

Pumpkin Pie Hand Pies

Pumpkin Pie Hand Pies

If you love pumpkin pie, but are intimidated to make a whole pie yourself, then these pumpkin pie hand pies are the perfect dessert for you to make this holiday season. They are made with a store-bought pie crust and a simple filling and get baked with a cinnamon sugar coating until they are golden brown and delicious. They are a great make ahead dessert and everyone always goes crazy for them. Try out these little pumpkin pie hand pies for your Thanksgiving dessert menu and watch them disappear in minutes!

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PostedNovember 8, 2024
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDessert, Holiday
Tagshand pies, pie, pumpkin pie, dessert, Thanksgiving menu
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Homemade Blueberry Lavender Syrup gets swirled into homemade vanilla ice cream with pieces of homemade crumble throughout! It’s truly one of my most delicious ice cream concoctions and a must try this
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