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Continue reading →: Cheesy Mozzarella-Stuffed MeatloafSunday dinner called for something hearty and familiar, and with ground beef already thawing in the fridge, meatloaf sounded just right. While the kids were outside playing, I flipped through a few cookbooks and landed on Momma’s Meatloaf from The Stay At Home Chef Family Favorites Cookbook by Rachel Farnsworth.…
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Continue reading →: Classic Banana BreadBanana bread is one of those recipes I never make the same way twice. Some recipes use butter, some use oil. Some call for three bananas, others four. Brown sugar, white sugar, chocolate chips, nuts…there are a lot of directions you can go. We had bananas sitting on the counter,…
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Continue reading →: A Fun Balloon Animal Activity for KidsBalloon animals are one of those activities that instantly feels fun and a little magical. With just a few balloons and some twisting, kids can turn simple shapes into animals, hats, and all kinds of creative creations. Sunday mornings tend to bring out the most creativity in our house. This…
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Continue reading →: Spinach Artichoke Pretzel Bread for a CrowdMy husband hosted poker night this weekend, and I wanted to make something a little challenging with a lot of WOW factor. I had been eyeing this giant spinach artichoke pretzel recipe from Tieghan Gerard. Think spinach artichoke dip wrapped inside warm, chewy pretzel bread – a giant party snack…
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Continue reading →: Italian Turkey MeatballsI love a good turkey meatball. They’re great to have stored in the freezer or sitting in the fridge, ready for a quick dinner or even a high-protein lunchtime snack. I usually stick with a turkey meatball recipe from another cookbook, but decided to give a new one a try…
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Continue reading →: French LoafThere’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh bread baking in the oven. I made this French loaf bread on Sunday to go with our chicken soup with yogurt dumplings and homemade butter. I wanted something simple that would work well with the soup, and this recipe fit the bill…
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Continue reading →: Chicken Soup with Yogurt DumplingsI feel like I’ve been under the weather for eons now, and all I wanted this weekend was a hearty bowl of chicken soup and dumplings. My great-grandmother used to make chicken and dumplings often. It’s one of those meals that just feels nostalgic. When I saw this version with…
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Continue reading →: Homemade Butter (and Buttermilk)I was baking a homemade french loaf this Sunday and came across a homemade butter recipe that I wanted to try. After all, what goes better with fresh baked bread? It was one of those cozy, slow Sundays at home. Dough rising on the counter. Chicken soup simmering on the…
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Continue reading →: Play-Doh CookiesIn our house, baking is always a favorite activity, so turning Play-Doh into pretend cookies felt like a natural extension of that fun. With a rolling pin and a few cookie cutters, kids can create colorful “cookies” of their own while letting their creativity run wild. My daughter frequently helps…
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Continue reading →: Easy Garlic Butter Pasta with ChickenSometimes you just want a yummy, healthy-ish pasta recipe on a February Friday night. Something quick. Something easy. Something that feels like comfort without being heavy and overly filling. I had chicken tenders thawed in the fridge, so I decided to make garlic butter pasta with Italian chicken bites. It…
Hello,
I’m Courtney
I have a cookbook problem.
Cooked From the Book exists to help me decide what to cook, cook meals that actually work for our family, and use the good china on ordinary days.
Here you’ll find recipes that hold up in real life, simple crafts and activities we make with the kids, and thoughtful ideas for holidays and special occasions when cooking looks a little different.
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