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Erin Gierhart is the creator of State of Dinner, sharing comforting, from-scratch recipes that are practical, reliable, and perfect for bringing family together.
Salmon Pesto Pasta
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This Salmon Pesto Pasta is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. The sauce comes together in minutes with Parmesan, cream, and a touch of lemon for brightness.
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Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake
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This Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake has a rich cream cheese filling topped with juicy blueberries and a buttery crumble topping.
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Skillet Apple Crisp
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Spiced apples are caramelized quickly on the stovetop, topped with a streusel oat topping, and baked in a cast-iron skillet. Enjoy on its own, or a la mode!
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Roasted Tomato Pasta with Angel Hair
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This Roasted Tomato Pasta turns even average grocery-store tomatoes into a deep, jammy sauce with real flavor. A quick skillet step pulls everything together
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Lemon Curd
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This lemon curd is rich enough to spread on toast and sturdy enough to hold its shape between cake layers. Made with rich ingredients it comes together in one pot.
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Lemon Curd Cheesecake (curd In The Filling and On Top)
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Lemon Curd Cheesecake with curd in the filling and on top means real lemon flavor in every bite. Creamy, rich, and balanced with a bright, tangy finish.
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Traditional Texas Brisket Rub
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I created this Traditional Texas Brisket Rub to deliver authentic smoky flavor without sugar or shortcuts. It's easy to make with pantry spices, builds a bold and flavorful crust.
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken
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This Buttermilk Fried Chicken recipe uses a few key techniques that solve the most common fried chicken problems, so you get juicy chicken with a crisp, well-seasoned coating.
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Texas Bbq Sauce
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Texas BBQ Sauce keeps the focus on the meat, where it belongs. This version uses tomato paste, beef broth, and smoky spices to create a bold, savory sauce with just enough sweetness.
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Easy Cuban-style Black Beans
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This easy Cuban-Style Black Beans recipe can be on your table in under 30 minutes! It's made with tender black beans, onions, peppers, and some spices, making a flavorful and satisfying dish.
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No-bake Cherry Pie
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No-Bake Cherry Pie is an easy dessert with a smooth cream cheese filling, sweet cherry topping, and graham cracker crust. Get the flavor of cheesecake without all of the work.
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Baked Lemon Bars That Bring The Zing (with Graham Cracker Crust!)
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These baked lemon bars are made with fresh-squeezed lemon juice and zest for bold, tangy flavor. The creamy filling sets beautifully over a crisp graham cracker crust.
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Strawberry Pretzel Pie (with Homemade Whipped Cream)
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Strawberry Pretzel Pie layers a buttery pretzel crust with a cream cheese filling and a glossy strawberry topping.
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