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Happy Mardi Gras! 💜💛💚 I’m bringing a little taste of New Orleans to my kitchen with beignets from the famous @cafedumonde Here are two delicious ways to top them: The classic mountain of powdered sugar. OR Vanilla bean icing finished with Mardi Gras colored sugar for that purple, green, and gold sparkle. The recipe is from @louisianacookin I always use my @nielsenmassey vanilla bean paste for the best flavor. These beignets are perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras at home and watching The Princess and the Frog. Share this post with a beignet lover. 🎭⚜️🐊🎺✨ @disney @disneyland @waltdisneyworld mardigras theprincessandthefrog cafedumonde nola beignets LTKfoodie LTKSeasonal LTKvlog

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It’s a beautiful day here in Michigan and this Cherry Vanilla Jam Jar Martini is the perfect spring sip! 🍒🍦🍸

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons @cherryrepublic jam
1½ - 2 shots vanilla vodka
Fresh lemon juice (a squeeze)
½ oz simple syrup
Ice

Directions:

Into the jam jar add the vanilla vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice.

Shake well until chilled and fully combined.

Strain directly from the jar into a coupe glass for a smoother, elevated presentation or sip it straight from the jar for a more casual vibe!

Cheers! 🍒🍦🍸

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Getting to see The Mummy Returns at @emaginetheatres was a dream come true! 🦂✨

The Mummy is one of my favorite @universalpictures movies and I cannot wait to see what’s next for the franchise!

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Easter brunch made easy with @magnoliatable 🐣🥐

If you’re the one in the family known for bringing the sweets, this is an easy way to show up with something everyone will love without spending hours in the kitchen.

Featured:
Classic Cinnamon Rolls
After School Banana Bread
Silo Cookies
Jo’s Buttermilk Biscuits

Add these to your next @target run for a stress-free (and extra sweet) Easter morning!

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These maple dijon ham & cheese sandwiches are the kind you’ll crave long after Easter! Save this recipe for your holiday ham leftovers. 🍖🧀🐣

Ingredients
8 slices of @stonehousebread sourdough
8 slices ham
8 thin slices Swiss cheese (2 per sandwich)
1/2 cup mayo (I like @dukes_mayonnaise )
3 tablespoons dijon mustard
3 tablespoons maple syrup
Everything bagel seasoning
Preheat oven to 350°F

In a small bowl mix mayo, dijon, and maple syrup until smooth.

Spread the maple dijon mayo on the inside of each slice of bread.

Layer ham and 2 slices of Swiss cheese per sandwich.

Spread a layer of the maple dijon mayo on the outside of the bread and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.

Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, remove the foil and bake for 10 additional minutes, and broil until the top of the sandwiches get crispy about 4-5 minutes. Enjoy!

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5 MUST-HAVE products in my spring routine🌷

Food/Drink: @flavcity strawberry shortcake protein powder Easy, delicious, and keeps me on track 🍓🥤

Beauty: @elfcosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter For that effortless, dewy skin look 🧴✨

Fitness: @amazon wrist weights Affordable equipment for at-home workouts🏋🏻‍♀️💪🏼

Home: @anthropologie candle Fruity and bright scents to fill my beauty room/office 🍐🕯️

Work: @walmart notebook To jot down recipe ideas & grocery lists 📓🛒

Spring reset mode is officially ON! Let me know what your go-to products are to reset for spring! 💐⬇️

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Wednesday calls for an elevated grilled cheese! 🥂🧀🍓

Crispy grilled cheese on @stonehousebread Italian Sourdough with gruyère, swiss, bacon, and raspberry preserves grilled in honey butter until it’s perfectly melty.

Save this for your next lunch idea! 💌

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Ham & Gruyère Breakfast Strata

A rich, savory breakfast bake layered with
@stonehousebread sourdough, ham, and gruyère cheese for an elevated Easter brunch.

Ingredients

3 cups @stonehousebread sourdough, cubed
1 1/2 cups diced ham
1 1/2 cups shredded gruyère cheese
5 eggs
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 small shallot, finely diced
Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Sauté ham until lightly browned, add shallot until it becomes soft and fragrant.

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, dijon mustard, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Add melted butter, salt, and pepper to cubed bread and mix to combine.

Layer the sourdough, ham and shallot mixture, and cheese.

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, meat, and cheese. Top with remaining cheese.

Cover and bake for about 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.

Remove from oven, add parmesan cheese and broil for a few minutes to create a golden brown crust.

Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

Stonehouse is available at @meijerstores @krogerco and @wholefoods across Michigan!

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Coffee at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 🥥☕️🌴 How I wish every morning started! Put your coffee order from the Polynesian in the comments! ⬇️

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Friday breakfast made easy: raspberry chia toast 🍯🍞

Ingredients:
2 cups of raspberries
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons local honey
1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended)
@stonehousebread sourdough

Directions:
On medium-high heat add raspberries, chia, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of honey into a sauce pot. Mash the fruit to your desired consistency. Remove from the heat and let cool for a few minutes.

Toast Stonehouse sourdough, add cottage cheese, top with the raspberry chia jam, and the last tablespoon of honey.

Enjoy! 🩷

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Sunday at @williamssonoma 👩🏻‍🍳☕️

These complimentary classes have officially become a monthly tradition! Today we learned about @jura_coffee machines and sampled some espresso and Easter treats.

If you’re looking for something different to do, check your local Williams Sonoma website to see what classes they’re offering each month!

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Date Night at @portilloshotdogs 🌭

If you’ve never been, it’s like a little taste of Chicago right in your city! It’s also a fun family friendly spot, so there’s something for everyone on the menu. We ordered some iconic favorites and tried a little of everything! 😍

On the table:
🌭 Jumbo Hot Dog
🥩 Italian Beef Sandwich
🍗 Chicken Tenders
🥗 Spicy Chicken Chopped Salad
🍟 Fries + Onion Rings
🫕 Cheese Sauce + Sauce Flight
🍫 Chocolate Cake

Would you try the hot dog or the Italian beef first?

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Corned beef piled high with sauerkraut, swiss, and homemade Russian dressing on @stonehousebread Hearty Rye Sourdough. This sandwich is crafted with quality ingredients and grilled to perfection!

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, this is an easy way to have corned beef at home. ☘️🇮🇪

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POV: you found the best part of dinner 🍽️

These frozen biscuits from Mason Dixie at Whole Foods Market = soft, steamy, buttery goodness in minutes. Just heat, and watch them disappear.

I cannot wait to try the new Mason Dixie pull-apart parker rolls on my next visit to Whole Foods. They have sweet honey butter or garlic parmesan! 😍

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March calls for meals with fresh flavors!🌷

This week I made pork bánh mì—juicy pork, homemade pickled veggies, fresh herbs, piled into a perfectly toasted Vietnamese baguette. Big flavor, simple prep, and perfect for a busy weeknight! Pork is an easy way to add high-quality protein to the weekly rotation. It keeps us fueled and satisfied!

Pork Banh Mi Ingredients

Pork
1 1/2 – 2 lb. pork roast

Marinade
5-6 cloves of garlic
1 shallot
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons fresh ginger
1 tablespoon lemongrass
Avocado oil for cooking the meat

Sandwich Ingredients
Vietnamese baguette
Pickled carrot and daikon (I made my own using @recipe_tin ‘s recipe)
Fresh cilantro
1-2 cucumbers, cut into thin strips
Sliced fresh jalapeños
Mayo or sriracha mayo

1. Make the Marinade
Add garlic, shallot, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, avocado oil, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and lemongrass. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth.

2. Marinate the Pork
Slice the pork into strips. Place the pork in a bowl and pour the blended marinade over it. Toss to fully coat the meat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. (24 hours for best flavor)

3. Cook the Pork
Heat 1–2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook until browned and cooked through.

4. Broil for Caramelization
Transfer the cooked pork onto a sheet tray.
Place it under the broiler for about 3–5 minutes until the marinade begins to caramelize and the pork gets slightly crispy. (Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.)

5. Assemble the Bánh Mì
Slice and lightly toast the Vietnamese baguette.
Spread mayo or sriracha mayo inside the bread, then layer with:
Caramelized pork
Pickled carrot and daikon
Thin cucumber strips
Sliced jalapeños
Fresh cilantro

Enjoy! Save this recipe for a delicious pork dinner idea that will impress your entire family!

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Take your peanut butter + banana toast to the next level with caramelized bananas on @stonehousebread 🍮🍌

1.) Toast @stonehousebread sourdough
2.) Mix peanut butter with flax seeds
3.) Caramelize bananas with butter, brown sugar, @nielsenmassey vanilla bean paste + cinnamon
4.) Add peanut butter, bananas + @maldonsalt onto the bread
5.) Enjoy 🍮🍌

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Down the rabbit hole into spring…🐇🫖
A whimsical manicure inspired by tea parties and wonderland using the Tea Time Collection from @eternalcosmetics

💅🏼Color: 19 Orchid

Thank you, Eternal Cosmetics for these beautiful nail polishes!

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Dinner can wait, these @cherryrepublic brownies are too good! 😍🍒🍫

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@minimalistbaker 1-Pot Chipotle Black Bean Chili for dinner! This is such an easy + flavorful recipe for busy weeknights. I added a can of green chiles and used @fondregenerative chicken bone broth instead of veggie broth. 🫘🌶️🍲

Save this post for a dinner idea to make this week! 👩🏻‍🍳

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Lemon blueberry toast 🍋🫐

Bright, fresh, and just the right amount of sweet!

Toast @stonehousebread and layer with creamy Greek yogurt, silky lemon curd, fresh blueberries, and a drizzle of honey! Simple ingredients and sunshine in every bite.

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Cherry Republic Taste Test Recap 🍒

🥨 Iced Imperial Pretzels — These taste like cherry birthday cake and are my new favorite Cherry Republic treat!

🍫 Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries — The perfect sweet + rich combo for snacking.

🎣 Michigan Minnows — Cherry candy goodness! Sweet, chewy, and perfect for a picnic or beach day.

🌶 Original Cherry Salsa (Medium) — Sweet heat perfection with just the right kick.

🍯 Cherry Hot Honey — The highest-quality bottled hot honey I’ve tried. It has a sweet flavor with a bold chili kick.

👩🏻‍🍳 Cherry Brownie Mix — Just when you think brownies can’t get any better… this cherry mix proves you wrong.

Save this post for your next trip to a @cherryrepublic location or online order! 🍒🛒

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Panzanella perfection 🍅🥒🌿

Crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil tossed with golden cubes of @stonehousebread soaking up every drop of homemade vinaigrette!

Salad ingredients:
2 cups tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion (or shallot) thinly sliced
1 log fresh mozzarella, cubed
4-5 Persian cucumbers
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
@stonehousebread of choice
Salt to taste

Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 lemon, freshly squeezed
1-2 cloves grated garlic
1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
Salt, pepper, + oregano to taste

Directions:
Add olive oil, salt, + pepper to 4-5 pieces of @stonehousebread and bake on 350°F until crisp. (About 10-15 minutes)

Add cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, salt, oregano, and @stonehousebread into a large bowl.

Add dressing + mix to combine.

Enjoy!

Send this to a salad lover. 💌➡️

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POV: Dinner is a snack plate made of Middle Eastern/Mediterranean staples. Balanced, fresh, and so satisfying! 🫒🥒🫓

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A quiet winter morning and a warm cup of tea. Five minutes to steep, sip, and slow down with @brandsofbritain from @target shelves to my cozy kitchen! 🫖

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Inspired by @brennansnola this Bananas Foster is a love letter to New Orleans flavor! Buttery caramelized bananas flambéed to perfection and topped with @haagendazs_us vanilla ice cream.

I used Brennan’s Recipe from their site but added vanilla bean paste, more cinnamon, and adjusted some of the other ingredient amounts.

Ingredients
4 Tablespoons butter
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 Tablespoon @nielsenmassey vanilla bean paste
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 ½ ounces banana liqueur @dekuypercocktails
1 ½ ounces aged rum
2 bananas

Combine butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla bean paste in a pan.

As the butter melts under medium heat, add the banana liquor and stir to combine.

As the sauce starts to cook, peel and add the bananas to the pan.

Cook the bananas until they begin to soften (about 1-2 minutes) Glaze each banana with the sauce.

Add the rum and use a long lighter to ignite. (Make sure to stir the sauce to ensure that all of the alcohol cooks out.)

Top cooked bananas with the sauce from the pan, vanilla ice cream of choice, and a dash of cinnamon. Enjoy! 🍌🍦🥃

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Blackened Chicken Po’ Boy - Two Ways 🥖

Smoky, spice-crusted chicken piled high on a fresh-baked @stonehousebread Baguette (no GMOs, no sugar, no dairy!) The perfect foundation for whatever toppings you’re craving.

Stack the Po’ Boy with creamy Southern-style slaw like my favorite local Cajun spot or layer it with shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and dill pickle chips!

Which one are you choosing? ⬇️

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A Princess Tiana–approved breakfast: fresh beignets + a hot café au lait ✨ ☕️

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Muffuletta night 🫒 Inspired by @emeril

I used Emeril’s sandwich and spicy olive salad recipe. The classic round loaf wasn’t available, so I substituted sliced Italian seeded bread.

Have you tried a Muffuletta? 🥪

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Laissez les bons temps rouler!🍹🎭⚜️

You can’t celebrate Mardi Gras without a drink from Pat O’Brien’s in the French Quarter. If you’re not in NOLA, you can recreate this drink at home! 💜💛💚

Hurricane ingredients:
2 oz Light rum
2 oz Dark rum
2 oz Passion fruit juice
1 oz Fresh orange juice
1 oz Fresh lime juice
1 tbsp Simple syrup
1 tbsp grenadine
Garnish: Slices of orange, lemon, and lime + maraschino cherries

Instructions:
1. Add all ingredients into a cocktail shaker and add ice.
2. Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
3. Strain into a hurricane glass. (Add ice into hurricane glass first if you prefer.)
4. Garnish with citrus slices + cherries.
5. Enjoy! 🎭

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