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Best BBQ Pizza Ever! + Easy Pizza Dough Recipe
Learn how to make homemade BBQ pizza from scratch with this easy pizza dough recipe! Perfectly chewy, airy crust cooked on the BBQ for that wood-fired flavor.
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Soft and Juicy Apricot Dumplings | Knedle od Marelica | European Summer Dessert
If you grew up in a Balkna home, chances are apricot dumplings — or knedle od marelica — bring back some sweet summer memories. This is one of those recipes that instantly transports you to your childhood kitchen, where the smell of cinnamon sugar, melting butter, and ripe fruit filled the air. These dumplings are…
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Home Daycare Interview Tips
If you’re running or just starting your own home daycare, one of the most important steps in welcoming new families is the initial parent interview. It’s your chance to showcase your space, explain your program, and begin building the trust that’s so essential in childcare. In this post, I’m walking you through exactly how I…
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Cherry Cake (Kolač sa Višnjama)
If you grew up in a Balkan household, chances are your summers were filled with the sweet aroma of freshly baked cherry cake wafting through the kitchen. This Kolač sa Višnjama, or sour cherry cake, is a beloved recipe that brings back warm memories of baking with family using simple pantry staples and seasonal fruit.…
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Small Laundry Room Makeover on a Budget | Easy Organization Ideas That Actually Work
Welcome back, friends! If your laundry space is feeling more like a cluttered catch-all than a calm and functional corner, you’re not alone. Our laundry room had definitely seen better days — despite a mini refresh a few years back, it was due for some serious TLC. In this post, I’m sharing how I transformed…
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🍒 Pita sa Višnjama (Cherry Strudel with Homemade Dough)
Traditional Balkan Dessert with a Soft, Stretchy Dough from Scratch If you grew up in a Balkan home, you know that nothing beats the smell of a freshly baked Pita sa Višnjama. This is a comforting, nostalgic dessert made with a soft, homemade dough and filled with a creamy, tangy-sweet cherry and semolina custard. It’s…
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Backyard and Driveway Tour | Outdoor Home Daycare Setup Inspiration
Creating inviting, functional, and safe outdoor play spaces is such a big part of running a successful home daycare — and today, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes of my own setup! From our shaded backyard playground to our creative driveway play space, I’ve worked hard to create environments that inspire learning, creativity,…
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Lepinje Recipe | Traditional Balkan Pita Bread | Easy Homemade Flatbread
This post shares a beloved recipe for Lepinje, a soft, fluffy Balkan flatbread ideal for sandwiches or accompanying grilled meats. It details the simple ingredients and easy instructions for making the bread using a stand mixer, emphasizing its delicious homemade flavor and versatility in meals.
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Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties
Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties Say goodbye to overly processed breakfast sausages and hello to these homemade turkey breakfast sausage patties made with clean, simple ingredients. These are slightly sweet, perfectly seasoned, and a great make-ahead breakfast option you can feel good about! Ingredients: Instructions: Cooking Instructions: From frozen: Why You’ll Love These: Storage Tips:…
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Easy Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe (No Store-Bought Needed!)
f you’re anything like me, there’s nothing better than making something completely from scratch—especially when it’s as nostalgic and delicious as strawberry ice cream. This recipe is made with simple pantry staples, fresh berries, and a KitchenAid ice cream maker attachment that does all the hard work for you. Whether you’re cooling off on a…
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