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Nutella Meringue Cookies

- Amanda

Happy World Nutella Day! I guess if there was one food day, Nutella, is very deserving. But luckily, there’s not just one, but many, so many, that I have trouble keeping up. But today, we are indeed celebrating the oh-so-chocolatey hazelnut spread. In multiple forms in fact, cuz when it comes to Nutella that’s how we roll. We are a Nutella loving house, that’s for sure. From the hubs who grew up with it instead of peanut butter to the monkeys who are well-versed on all of the fabulous ways to enjoy this treat.

But, I have one Nutella confession. I absolutely am not a fan of it schmeared on bread the way many do, as if it were peanut butter or something. No indeed. No thank you. I am however, very fond of it in cakes, cookies, brownies, frosting and my all-time-fav way, in ice cream or gelato (hello 20lbs gained while living in Rome.) And today’s addition to the mix is no exception. These Nutella Meringue Cookies are so delicious. They’re light and crispy on the outside, slightly gooey in the center, and have so much Nutella goodness going on.

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Sweet Pea and Fresh Herb Potato Salad

- Amanda

Planning to do some barbecuing this weekend? I’ve got the perfect side dish to go with anything you’re firing up the grill for whether it be burgers, BBQ chicken, hotdogs, steak, you name it. This Sweet Pea and Fresh Herb Potato Salad can also be a great addition to your weekend vegetarian feast. Or, it makes a fabulous lunch topped with a jammy poached egg. It’s so good and checks 3 important boxes- fast, easy to make, and full of bright, fresh, seasonal flavor.

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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

- Amanda

Can you ever have enough hummus in your life? I’d say no. There’s so many different flavor combos you can make with chickpeas and it is such a perfect compliment to so many situations. Crackers and crudité with friends, mid-morning snack for the munchkins, topped with all the goodies for a giant party platter or loaded with sizzling meat for a delicious meal. (recipes for both of the latter coming soon.) Hummus is almost always a good idea. And lucky for me, my kids agree. Especially little Miss Sparkle, my pickier eater.

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