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Freshly rolled Light Chicken and Veggie Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce are presented on a white platter, ready to slice. Sunbeam Starts
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Create your own strawberry yogurt parfait with layers of fruit, granola, and honey at this festive Galentines brunch spread. Breakfast
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A close-up of perfectly baked charcuterie chips, offering a delicious combination of meats and cheeses. Evening Glow Plates
Crunchy Asian Sesame Cucumber Salad with Soy Dressing, a refreshing vegan side dish with vibrant vegetables and tangy sesame-soy flavor. Salads
A steaming bowl of ham bone bean soup with smoky paprika, tender beans, and savory ham chunks in rich broth. Soups & Stews
Soft, chewy sugar cookie bars topped with naturally flavored strawberry frosting and colorful sprinkles. Desserts

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A steaming bowl of ham bone bean soup with smoky paprika, tender beans, and savory ham chunks in rich broth. Ham Bone Bean Soup

A warming blend of beans, ham, and smoky paprika for rich, savory flavor in every spoonful.

Crunchy Asian Sesame Cucumber Salad with Soy Dressing, a refreshing vegan side dish with vibrant vegetables and tangy sesame-soy flavor. Asian sesame cucumber salad

Crisp cucumbers tossed in a tangy soy-sesame dressing with fresh herbs and spices.

Create your own strawberry yogurt parfait with layers of fruit, granola, and honey at this festive Galentines brunch spread. Galentines Brunch Strawberry Yogurt

A lively brunch spread with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, granola, and sweet drizzles for a festive morning gathering.

Creamy mashed candied yams with butter and cinnamon, a warm and comforting holiday side dish. Candied Yams Butter Cinnamon

Tender yams blended with butter, warm cinnamon, and brown sugar for a smooth, flavorful side.

Creamy red beans simmered with diced ham, vegetables, and Cajun seasonings for a comforting Southern dish. Ham and Red Bean Soup

Smoky ham and tender red beans infused with Creole spices for a rich, warming meal.

Soft, chewy sugar cookie bars topped with naturally flavored strawberry frosting and colorful sprinkles. Valentine Sugar Cookie Bars

Soft, buttery cookie bars topped with creamy, naturally flavored strawberry frosting.

Sourdough French Onion Grilled Cheese Sourdough French Onion Grilled Cheese

A savory combination of sourdough, caramelized onions, Gruyère, and Swiss melded into a golden grilled delight.

Warm, buttery scones bursting with tart cranberries and zesty candied orange peel, ideal for a festive breakfast or holiday gathering. Candied Orange Cranberry Scones

Buttery scones studded with candied orange peel and tart cranberries, perfect for a flavorful brunch.

Creamy cottage cheese strawberry smoothie with fresh berries, vanilla, and honey blended to perfection. Cottage Cheese Strawberry Smoothie

Creamy blend of cottage cheese and strawberries offering a protein-rich, refreshing start.

Vibrant Asian Dumpling Lasagna with layers of dumpling wrappers, savory meat, crisp vegetables, and melted cheese, topped with zesty soy ginger sauce. Asian Dumpling Lasagna Layers

Fusion of dumpling wrappers layered with ground meat, veggies, cheese, and a flavorful soy ginger glaze.

Heart-shaped strawberry sugar cookies decorated with glossy pink royal icing for Valentine's Day. Valentines Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Tender sugar cookies flavored with freeze-dried strawberries and finished with glossy royal icing decorations.

A soul food favorite: tender sweet potatoes baked in spiced brown sugar glaze, crowned with golden marshmallows and buttery pecan streusel. Candied Yams with Marshmallow Pecan

Tender sweet potatoes glazed with spices, topped with marshmallows and pecan crumble for a delicious side.