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These  Carmelitas  are one of the ultimate cookie bar recipes! Two layers of oatmeal cookie dough sandwich layers of both rich chocolate chips and luxurious caramel, and then everything bakes together into heavenly decadence. These cookie bars are dangerously delicious!   Decadent Carmelitas If you like buttery oatmeal cookies , dark chocolate, and sweet caramel you will be smitten with these over-the-top treats! It's an indulgent three desserts in one. So in other words you'll find them to be completely irresistible. They are soft and chewy thanks to that oaty cookie base, then you'll find some fudgy chocolate goodness in the center, and they're highlighted with velvety creaminess thanks to that caramel candy. Let the baking season begin early with these tempting Carmelitas cookie bars! from Cooking Classy

Chicken Tinga is a Mexican dish made of chicken thighs that are browned then simmered in a vibrant tomato, onion, and chili seasoned taco sauce. Once cooked it's shredded and served over warmed corn tortillas with all your favorite toppings. It's a simple recipe and you'll love the highlight of smokey flavor! Chicken Tinga Tacos Tired of the same taco recipe over and over? This is a delicious, flavorful recipe to brighten up that same old rotation. This stove-top simmered chicken tinga makes an impressive taco filling and there's really not a whole lot to it. It cooks in 30 minutes meaning you don't have to wait hours and hours like you do for a shredded beef or pork taco filling. If however you do have more time, you could easily get away with simmering it low and slow in the crockpot instead (it should be done in about 3 to 4 hours on low heat). Is it Spicy? Yes chicken tinga is deliciously spicy because of the added chipotle chilies in the dish. I've ...

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies - a delicious seasonal cookie made with plenty of pumpkin, warm spices, and a sweet cream cheese frosting. These tender, cake-like, decadent sandwich cookies are a tasty highlight of fall! Perfect Pumpkin Whoopie Pies We all love pumpkin chocolate chip cookies , but have you tried pumpkin whoopie pies yet? They are very similar but rather than being dotted with dark chocolate chips two cookies are layered and meld together with a rich cream cheese frosting in the center. So it's like an irresistible cake but in single serve cookie form, and they're easier to make! These soft and fluffy cookies are delicious rolled in chopped pecans or walnuts which also adds a light crunch. Or you could try adding some chocolate chips to the cookie dough for an extra decadence. Try them at least once this fall, you won't regret it! from Cooking Classy

Nostalgic Pizza Bagels ! A classic childhood favorite made with store-bought fresh bagels and pizza sauce, lots of shredded mozzarella, and any of your favorite toppings. They are unbelievably easy to make and surprisingly delicious! An Easy Pizza Bagel Recipe! If you grew up in the 90's like I did you can likely relate to this recipe. Lots of memories of this classic that I've forgotten for too long. But the pizza bagels I remember were pretty bland and boring. Here we've upgraded them with bakery fresh bagels, some herbs, and garlic powder seasoning. And we use the best cooking method. That is to toast them in the oven BEFORE you add the sauce so they don't get soggy. Then finish them under the broiler for a nice toasty flavor and quick finish. Though these make a delicious after school snack they aren't just for kids. Even adults loves these! And just like traditional pizza there are so many ways to make them (see ideas below). Save this recipe for a quic...

A homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte that's just as good as Starbucks if not better! Plus it can be made at a fraction of the cost and enjoyed in the comfort of your own home in your pjs. It's the perfect cozy way to welcome autumn! Starbucks Copycat Pumpkin Spice Latte This simple, sip-able drink is made with pumpkin puree, creamy milk, strong coffee or espresso, a sweet whipped cream topping, and crucial ingredient - plenty of flavorful pumpkin pie spice! It comes together quickly and there are a several different ways you can make it (see ideas below). Plus with this recipe you can make it year round rather than waiting for the local coffee shop to make it seasonally. You'll find this warm pumpkin spice latte to be the highlight of lazy fall weekends, the most welcome treat to bring along on chilly autumn walks, or it will make for a tasty pick me up to start a Monday. If it's still hot out where you live you can also make it into an iced latte. Just use a little le...

Hearty Oat Flour Pancakes - Fluffy, tender and flavorful pancakes made with nutritious oat flour, buttermilk and a hint of butter. These have been a family favorite for over a decade! The Best Oat Flour Pancakes! These oaty pancakes have been a go-to breakfast for us on weekends, holidays and lazy days. We have even started freezing them so we can have them during our busiest days. Chances are they'll be a breakfast you crave all the time! They make a great dinner or midday snack too. Just like most other pancake recipes these are a breeze to make. Just whisk the dry ingredients, followed by the wet ingredients, combined the two mixtures, then pour portions onto a hot griddle. And after a few short minutes you've got a perfectly cozy and comforting breakfast! What to Serve Over These Pancakes There are endless ways to top them but here are a few ideas to get you started: Blueberry syrup with whipped cream (my favorite pancake toppings!) Strawberry syrup Real maple...

Loaded Egg Muffins – An easy breakfast recipe made with hearty eggs and an abundance of delicious mix-ins. They’re like mini individual frittatas and they're the perfect on the go breakfast. Breakfast Egg Muffins Welcome to what may likely be your new go-to breakfast! Our family loves these egg muffins for a quick before school and work breakfast (we serve them with freezer friendly healthy blueberry muffins or oat flour pancakes with blueberry syrup). They are a nutritious option to start out the day, and there are countless ways you can make them by swapping in your favorite mix-in blends (see some ideas below). They also store well in the fridge and freezer making them such a tasty make-ahead side dish. In other words it’s a good time to swap out those boring granola bars for this flavorful homemade breakfast instead! Egg Muffins Recipe Ingredients 10 large eggs 1/3 cup half and half 1 cup (heaping) small diced cooked ham 3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 2/3 ...

The perfect Tuna Melt recipe! This amazingly easy to make sandwich includes flavorful sourdough bread (or other of choice), a creamy and herby tuna salad, rich cheddar and fresh tomato slices. It's the ultimate upgrade to a traditional tuna sandwich! What is a Tuna Melt? A tuna melt is similar to a classic hot grilled cheese sandwich but with the addition of tuna salad included. It's layered with a tuna filling made from canned tuna, along with shredded or sliced cheddar cheese, optional tomatoes and it's all sandwiched between fresh bread slices that are slathered in butter. From there the sandwich is pan fried until cheese is melty, the filling has warmed and the bread has taken on a gorgeous golden brown, crisp exterior. It makes one of the best lunches or a quick and satisfying dinner. And you'll love that it's made with simple ingredients, most of which you likely already have on hand. Serve it with fresh fruit or vegetables and crisp, salty potato chips...