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A collection of family favorite recipes created or curated over the years.

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Honey Mustard & Onion Pretzel BitesBy Rita's KitchenCrunchy pretzels are a satisfying snack all on their own, but give them a delicious flavor infusion and you've got these Honey Mustard & Onion Pretzel Bites on hand. They're utterly addicting, and incredibly simple to throw together. You can enjoy these seasoned pretzels whenever a craving strikes! These are pretty yummy! Husband and Weber family approved!
Pumpkin Cream Cheese MuffinsBy Rita's KitchenPumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins – moist pumpkin muffins loaded with pumpkin spice and a rich swirl of cream cheese. These muffins are so perfect for fall! Chelsea found this recipe, and requested these for her birthday, she loved them!!
Citrus Cookies with Citrus Icing (Orange, Lemon, Lime)By Rita's KitchenThese soft, buttery orange cookies are flavored with orange zest and orange juice, and iced with a sweet orange glaze. Their old-fashioned flavor will remind you of your grandma's kitchen! These cookies are approved by Ethan Campbell and Steve Walker. The grapefruit did not have as much flavor as we were hoping for. So far, the lemon and orange are top runners. Still need to make the lime. Ethan C. loves these cookies in lemon!
Puff Pastry Braid Fruit FilledBy Rita's KitchenA puff pastry braid makes a delicious and impressive sweet treat for brunch or dessert. If you ever want to feel like a French pastry chef, then make this Puff Pastry Braid recipe.
Carmelized Miso SalmonBy Rita's KitchenSteve and I took an online cooking class to watch this being prepared. We made it the next day. Steve said it was a keeper recipe. Serve with Bok Choi and side of white rice.
Oatmeal Chocolate Peanut Butter BarsBy Rita's KitchenThis recipe came about when we were doing Trim Healthy Mama. It does not use sugar is you use Lily chocolate, but it does have honey in it. Steve likes this recipe with much less honey that is call for...It is a nice, quick, chocolate, peanut butter dessert. The oats are good for us, lol!
Garlic Shrimp Pasta BakeBy Rita's KitchenWant a super satisfying, quick and easy dinner? Then this buttery garlic shrimp pasta bake is definitely a family pleasing meal idea that you should try! Made this on New Years Day with left over steamed shrimp from the night before. Steve, Justin, Andie and Ella all gave it a thumbs up! Happy New Year 2021! This definitely is not a diet food, maybe a last binge dish?
Black Forrest Chocolate Cheesecake (Instant Pot)By Rita's KitchenBlack Forrest Chocolate Cheesecake is an extremely decadent dessert topped with whipped cream and juicy cherries made right in your Instant Pot! My daughter-in-law Cassidy is constantly posting links to amazing desserts; this was one of her posts. My husband loves this cheesecake!
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake CakeBy Rita's KitchenLemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake the perfect blueberry dessert for spring and summer! Made with a moist lemon cake dotted with juicy blueberries, blueberry cheesecake and sweet and tangy lemon cream cheese frosting.