Authentic Italian Anise Biscotti

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The only thing better than a hot cup of coffee in the morning, is a hot cup of coffee with a biscotti. These sweet, crunchy Italian cookies are the perfect cookies for “dunking.” Unlike other cookies, they don’t crumble apart in your mug!

And, if you want to have the “authentic Italian biscotti experience,” you can dunk your biscotti in red wine — that’s what the Italian side of my family does 😊. The recipe I’m sharing with you, today, is my Grandpa Carmen’s recipe for Anise Biscotti – he’s been making these cookies for years and they are a staple treat at family gatherings. These biscotti are sweet and satisfying, and the Anise oil adds a unique and delicious flavor. If you want to indulge yourself a little at breakfast time (or after dinner with a glass of wine), this recipe is perfect for you!

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Pumpkin Squares with Cream Cheese Frosting

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These yummy pumpkin squares are one of our family’s favorites! If you are looking for the perfect treat to indulge your sweet tooth, this moist pumpkin cake with hints of cinnamon and thick cream cheese frosting is sure to hit the spot!

Pumpkin is one of my absolute favorite flavors. It always brings back good memories of pumpkin patches, bonfires, and morning runs through red-tinged forests. And though pumpkin is often reserved for fall dishes, I think it’s a great treat for any time of the year–even in the midst of summer!

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Simple & Delicious Chicken Enchiladas with Salsa Verde

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After watching an episode of Magnolia Table in which Joanna Gaines cooked her Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas, my mom and I were inspired to try out a similar version in our own kitchen. The enchiladas we made for dinner the next night were SO good! The creamy, cheesy filling of these enchiladas is perfectly complemented by the tanginess of the green chilis and salsa verde. It’s comfort food with a bit of a kick. And hidden amidst all that yummy, cheesy goodness, is some healthy, poached chicken.

If you love Mexican food and are searching for an easy dinner option, this recipe is the perfect choice.

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