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Nov 7

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Day 2 of 5 Cozy Fall Night Recipes // Chicken and Dumplings

Your home will smell amazing while this comforting meal cooks away. The best part? It’s easy, hearty, and the perfect cozy dinner for a chilly night.

I grabbed a few ingredients I didn’t have on hand from Hy-Vee (#ad). Their short lines and friendly staff make shopping a breeze!

If you’re looking for a fun, out-of-the-box slow cooker meal to try this fall, this one’s it.

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Nov 7

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Dinner just got easier! Our newest meal plan sponsored by @hyveecolumbia  is ready—with fresh flavors, cozy comfort, and a week’s worth of family-friendly meals you’ll actually look forward to.

We also include the top 5 sales of the week at Hy-Vee, plus how to stock up and save on each item.
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Nov 6

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Don’t start cooking until you see this Thanksgiving guide 🦃✨

We’ve rounded up our tried-and-true Thanksgiving recipes — the ones we’ve tested for years and serve to our own families. From make-ahead sides to foolproof main dished and irresistible desserts, it’s all in one place.

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Nov 5

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Day 1 of 5 Cozy Fall Night Recipes // 4-Ingredient Boursin Chicken 🍁🍲

I had no idea a recipe could be so easy but also so flavorful. This is why this 4-Ingredient Boursin Chicken is a perfect cozy fall night recipe. 

👉🏽 Pure comfort food
👉🏽 Comes together in just 25 minutes
👉🏽 Only requires 4 main ingredients

When chicken breast goes on sale at Hy-Vee, stock up and use this recipe on repeat. Don’t forget to grab your Boursin cheese there too!

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Nov 5

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Our 13 different Holiday Gift Guides have hundreds of ideas for all ages and all price points.

Here is what makes our Gift Guides different: 

✅Quality Ideas - We take each recommendation very seriously.
💫 Updated - We prune and update every single year.
😍 Easy to Browse - Pictures for each idea.
👍🏼 Separate Guides for Different Ages - Easy to find ideas for who you are looking for.
💰Organized by Price - Each guide lists ideas by price range.

We’re so excited to get these in your hands to make holiday shopping less stressful. 

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Nov 3

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The perfect blend of comfort and flavor with these heavenly Sweet Potato Biscuits. They are perfectly moist, made with a tender crumbly texture, and have a subtle sweetness that takes a classic biscuit recipe to the next level. 

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup salted butter (cold and cubed)
1 cup buttermilk (cold; plus more as needed)
1/2 cup sweet potato flesh (cooked, cooled, and mashed; about 1 small sweet potato)

INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 450°F and line a sheet pan with parchment.

Mix dry ingredients: Whisk together flours, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.

Cut in butter: Use a fork or pastry cutter to mix butter into dry ingredients until pea-sized crumbs form.

Mix wet ingredients: Whisk or blend buttermilk and sweet potato until mostly smooth.

Combine: Stir wet and dry ingredients together just until a dough forms.

Shape biscuits: Roll dough ¾-inch thick on a floured surface and cut into rounds. Place on pan without touching.

Bake: 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden.
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Nov 3

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❄️Freezer Meal of the Month: Chicken Parmesan Casserole❄️

This is our most popular casserole on Thriving Home for 10+ years! 

👉 Comment FREEZER MEAL, and we’ll send our PDF guide for doubling and freezing this recipe straight to your inbox.

🛒 You only need a few quality ingredients for this recipe, so I swung by my local @hyveecolumbia (#ad) where I knew I could easily find these ingredients:

- Rotisserie chicken
- Jarred marinara sauce
- Shredded Parmesan
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Panko bread crumbs
- Fresh parsley

Want our freezer meal PDF with the shopping list, doubling instructions, and freezer labels?

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Nov 2

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Looking for a quick, wholesome family dinner that’s packed with flavor?

This easy version of Egg Roll in a Bowl (with Coleslaw Mix) comes together in only 25 minutes using just a few simple, clean ingredients. 

🧡Healthy and satisfying: High in protein, low in carbs, and packed with nutrient-rich veggies.
🧡Great for meal prep: Tastes even better the next day, can be frozen for up to 3 months, and reheats beautifully. See more high protein meal prep ideas here.
🧡Customizable: Everyone can adjust the heat and salt level at the end to taste. Easily swap out the protein or add more veggies to your liking, too.
🧡Family-friendly: Even my picky eaters loved this one over rice, especially in their lunch box thermos the next day.
🧡Allergy-friendly: It’s dairy-free, egg-free (ironically), and can be easily made gluten-free.

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Oct 31

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This meal plan that’s sponsored by @hyveecolumbia includes a mix of comforting classics and fresh new favorites — including two of our newest recipes you’re going to love! Let’s make this week stress-free and delicious.

We also include the top 5 sales of the week at Hy-Vee, plus how to stock up and save on each item.

#MealPlan #ThrivingHome #WeeklyMenu #Hy-Vee #FreezerMeals
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Oct 30

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November is BUSY. But we have dinner ideas covered for you! 🙌

Our FREE November Monthly Menu Plan includes:

👉Easy, family-friendly meals made with wholesome ingredients.

👉A digital version with links, a printable version, and an empty version for you to fill in using our ideas. 

👉Main & side dish dinner ideas for every single day.

👉Prep ahead section so you can stock the freezer and save your future self time. (This is your secret weapon!!)

Comment MENU and we’ll sent it to your inbox right now!

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Oct 29

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If you have a high energy kiddo, this spinning chair is probably a must. Especially for the winter months. 

Kids of all ages can use it as it can hold up to 150 pounds. 

We have it in our living room for our youngest to sit in while we watch family movies since he sometimes gets a little bored. It’s also a hit with my kids’ friends when they come over. 

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Oct 28

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“My family will eat the crap out of this.” - Polly to Rachel.

I’m excited to share a new recipe we just hit publish on: Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches!

These guys check a lot of boxes:

Easy ✅
Simple Ingredients ✅
Can make them in bulk ✅
They cook from fresh or from frozen ✅
Can be a breakfast or a lunch ✅
Customizable ✅

I can’t keep them stocked in my freezer because my crew gobbles them up so fast!

Want the recipe? Comment Send Link and you can be one of the first to try it out!

https://thrivinghomeblog.com/4-ingredient-croissant-breakfast-sandwiches/
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Oct 26

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Our NEW Boursin Chicken is pure comfort food, comes together in just 25 minutes, and only requires 4 main ingredients. 

I’ve been making this 4-ingredient Boursin Chicken on repeat lately because it’s so dang easy and always a hit with my family. The pan-seared chicken cutlets and creamy, herby gravy tastes like something you’d get at a restaurant—especially served over mashed potatoes!

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Oct 24

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This meal plan that’s sponsored by @hyveecolumbia is simple, family-friendly and will help make your week smoother. (We even have snack and dessert ideas.)

We also include the top 5 sales of the week at Hy-Vee, plus how to stock up and save on each item.

#MealPlan #ThrivingHome #WeeklyMenu #Hy-Vee #FreezerMeals
https://thrivinghomeblog.com/menu-plan-for-the-week-of-october-27/
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Oct 23

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These high protein, veggie-loaded turkey meatloaf muffins will win over even the pickiest eaters.

They are savory and perfectly moist with a caramelized topping.

They are kid-tested, parent-approved!

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Oct 21

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Flatbread Pizzas are in the regular rotation right now. 

They are a simple, family-friendly meal that comes together quickly. 

Using store-bought flatbread, fresh mozzarella, and plenty of colorful veggies, you’ll have a crispy, flavorful pizza on the table in no time.

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Oct 19

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This easy meatball sub recipe is hands down one of my family’s favorite sandwiches of all time! With only 4 main ingredients, it comes together in just 15 minutes. Be sure to double it and freeze a batch for later using our freezer meal instructions.

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To make these on busy week nights, I make a huge batch of Baked Italian Meatballs (or Air Fryer Meatballs) and Slow Cooker Marinara Sauce in advance on the weekend. Then, the sauce and meatballs are ready to go.

Putting the sandwich together and toasting it takes less than 15 minutes that way! I freeze any sauce and meatballs that are leftover or use them on spaghetti the next night.

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Oct 17

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This meal plan that’s sponsored by @hyveecolumbia ia takes the stress out of mealtime with a flavorful, family-approved meal plan—packed with variety to please every palate.

We also include the top 5 sales of the week at Hy-Vee, plus how to stock up and save on each item.

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Oct 16

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Want to stock your freezer the easy way?

This FREE 1 Hour Freezer Prep Session will give you everything you need to prep 6 meals in 1 Hour. 

Comment “Freezer Prep” and I’ll send it over. 

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Oct 14

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Viral fall recipes, coming in HOT!

Consider this your one-stop-recipe-shop for delicious fall recipes. Each of these has been saved, pinned, shared, and used over and over again. 

Comment “save” and I’ll send you all 5 of these fall recipes!

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