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Valerie Brunmeier

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Hello and welcome to my online kitchen! My focus here is to provide practical, approachable meal solutions for busy households. I hope you find some inspiration while you’re here and visit again soon!

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Sliced chicken and a whole breast in apple cider sauce in a skillet.
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Apple Cider Chicken

50 minutes
Chicken is seared with herbs and cooked to tender perfection in a flavorful apple cider sauce. Serve this Apple…
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Valerie’s Classics

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Have you ever wondered how to make the BEST pot roast or beef stew? Learn how to make the comforting, familiar dishes that everyone should have in their recipe collection. Here you’ll find my updated and delicious spin on the classics.

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The Foolproof Family Slow Cooker and Other One-Pot Solutions
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The Foolproof Family Slow Cooker
and Other One-Pot Solutions

A collection of 75 slow cooker and one-pot recipes that incorporate fresh veggies and pantry staples to create flavorful, satisfying meals with minimal effort. From family dinners, to Sunday brunch, to game-day parties, this book has you covered!

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30-Minute Meals

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Walk in the door and have a delicious, wholesome meal on the table in 30 minutes or less!

Family Favorites

An over the top shot of a bowl of turkey chili topped with cheese and sour cream.

I’ve been making this Turkey Chili for over 20 years and it is still the most requested chili in our house. We love to load it up with toppings for a fun, casual meal.

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A blueberry muffin cut in half and smeared with butter.

I frequently bake these Spectacular Blueberry Muffins to serve with dinner and it is guaranteed that any leftovers will be gone by the next day. They truly are spectacular!

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A skillet filled with a creamy sauce and slices of beef and mushrooms.

This Beef Stroganoff is a decades long family favorite. Who can resist tender bites of sirloin in a rich and creamy sauce? This is a special, memorable meal.

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Slow-Cooker Suppers

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Your slow cooker makes it easy to get a comforting meal on the table on even the busiest of days!