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CLASSIC STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES

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These classic strawberry shortcakes are simple yet sweet dessert perfect for strawberry season. They are made with homemade biscuits, freshly whipped cream and juicy strawberries. Strawberry shortcakes are always a favorite at our house. Our kids love strawberries, whipped cream  and  biscuits, so it’s a winning combo all around. A few weeks ago we had a container with a handful of strawberries leftover in it and instead of freezing them for smoothies we chopped them up and made these classic cakes. The kids were able to help with each and every step. They loved getting involved (they always do) and of course, tasting the fruit of their labors. Which we did quite literally with this recipe. ☺ We started by making the biscuits. Unlike traditional dinner biscuits, these are slightly sweet and made with cream instead of buttermilk. They taste more like a fluffy, flaky scone. The recipe is pretty straightforward. Mix up the dry ingredients, cut in the butter and then stir in the c...

The Best Belgian Waffle Recipe

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Who doesn’t love a made-from-scratch, comforting, homestyle breakfast? Especially on the weekends! This waffle recipe will give you all the more reason to look forward to lazy Saturday mornings. And chances are once you try these you’ll be hooked for life! I’m yet to meet someone who doesn’t love them. I’ve had this recipe countless times since I first shared them 5 years ago. They may not be quite as quick as pancakes but the extra bit of effort in whipping egg whites is so worth it! These have everything you look for in a waffle and them some. They have a rich delicious flavor (thanks to the buttermilk), they’re perfectly soft and tender inside with a nice moisture to them, and you’ll love that deliciously crisp, pretty exterior. Ingredients in Belgian Waffle Mix These Belgian waffles use ingredients you already have on hand, making this an easy weekend treat! All-purpose flour  – this will give the waffles structure. I don’t recommend substituting another type of flour. Cornstar...