Mel's Kitchen Cafe
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I'm Mel! I live in Idaho with my husband, 5 kids, and selection of weird farm animals. I've been posting my favorite, tried-and-true recipes on Mel's Kitchen Cafe since 2008. I also share tips, tutorials, and occasional glimpses into real life.
Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1d ago
This loaded broccoli cheese bacon soup is full of hearty veggies, cheddar cheese, and crisp bacon! It takes broccoli cheese soup to a whole new level. One of our favorite soups, this leveled up broccoli cheese soup is incredibly delicious. I serve this soup to company a lot, and it is always a hit! Start […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
6d ago
Filled with delightful holiday flavors, these cranberry orange white chocolate scones are ultra-tender, quick to make, and so delicious. Oh my, these festive scones are SO tasty. And they come together fast! They are perfect for everything from breakfast to holiday parties to just-because occasions. Making Scone Dough the Easy Way I hear from a […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1w ago
This brownie peppermint bark pudding trifle is a showstopper! All the delicious flavors of brownies and peppermint bark are wrapped up in one incredible dessert. You’re either going to love me or hate me for this dessert. It is incredible! And with so many make-ahead options, it comes together fast. Layers (And Pudding Options) This […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
2w ago
This cranberry-pecan Thanksgiving slaw recipe is so delicious! A zesty vinaigrette adds flavor to the crunchy and fresh slaw ingredients. The perfect compliment to starchy, heavy Thanksgiving foods, this light and refreshing slaw recipe is incredibly tasty and can stay fresh for hours since the cabbage doesn’t wilt! The Perfect Vinaigrette for Slaw While traditional […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
2w ago
This slow cooker turkey breast is flavorful and moist and is a perfect easy-but-fancy dinner all year round. Bonus: the gravy makes itself! This turkey recipe is so incredible, it will make you rethink how to make turkey for Thanksgiving (and any other dinner!). Steps for Slow Cooker Turkey Breast The reasons this slow cooker […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
3w ago
In this flavorful recipe for easy green beans almondine, green beans are quickly steamed and then tossed with garlic, shallots and buttery toasted almonds. Green beans have never, ever been this delicious! This simple dish takes just a few minutes to prepare, and the green beans can be kept warm if you need to make […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1M ago
Layers of shortbread crust, no-bake cheesecake, chocolate pudding and whipped cream make this chocolate pudding delight one of the best desserts ever! I have never met anyone who doesn’t absolutely fall head over heels in love with this dessert. It is a classic! How to Make the Shortbread Crust This delectable layered dessert starts with […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1M ago
This slow cooker stuffing is flavorful, perfectly moist, and brilliant if you need to free up oven space. However, it can also be baked in the oven, if needed. My sister-in-law brought this stuffing to a family Thanksgiving celebration, and I am not kidding, no one could talk about anything else. It is literally the […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1M ago
This easy beef stroganoff soup is thick, creamy, and so delicious! Made super simple with ground beef, it comes together fast! Please meet one of our favorite soups; we make it all the time in the chilly months of fall and winter. It is simple and homey and so very good! How to Make Beef […]
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1M ago
Holiday gift guides are live! Below are tons of ideas for kids and adults of all ages! Remember that none of the items on my gift guides are sponsored. I’ve bought or been gifted by friends/family everything on this list – these are all things we genuinely love and play often! Affiliate links are included […]
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