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Hello and welcome to Macie Makes a Home! I am so glad you have ended up here to share my journey and learn from my mistakes and victories along the way. I started this blog to share the reality of juggling all the things life throws at us: completing a master’s degree, working full time,
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Anything underlined is a link to a recipe or product that I used in this meal plan Meal #1 Chicken Quesadillas with Salsa I don’t have a separate recipe for the chicken quesadillas because you can hardly call this a recipe: Place about 1 tbsp butter in a pan, add your flour tortilla and top
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We LOVE the fresh salsa at a certain chain Mexican restaurant, so of course I needed to figure out how to make it at home. This recipe is nearly identical, and is great as a side dish or snack. It is also a crowd-pleaser for parties! It is SO EASY to put together. Literally just
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These potatoes are a great side dish for tacos, quesadillas, or as a base for taco bowls! Ingredients: Preheat oven:Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Season and bake the potatoes:Toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using),
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Chicken Tetrazzini with Velveeta (Serves 4) This recipe was a staple in my house growing up, it is pure comfort food. If you’re a cheese lover, you’re in for a treat. It’s rich, creamy, and unapologetically unhealthy (you can add a salad on the side if that helps ease the guilt). Even the pickiest eaters
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It. Is. Happening!!! I got engaged on May 2, 2025 and could not be happier. A little backstory: Like many modern couples, Matthew and I met online. We planned a casual first date, just a quick trip to a local ice cream shop. What started as a quick outing turned into a full evening of
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Ingredients: For the Chicken: For the Alfredo Sauce: Other: Instructions:
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Anything underlined is a link to a recipe or product that I used in this meal plan. If any recipes are missing-they are coming soon! Meal#1 Chicken Alfredo with roasted asparagus Meal #2 Salisbury Steak with mashed potatoes and and peas Meal #3 Chicken Pot Pie with leftover mashed potatoes
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Classic Pot Roast Recipe Easy Beef Stroganoff Baked Chicken Tetrazzini
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Peaches and Cream Cake
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This is one of my absolute favorite summer desserts. It’s incredibly moist, full of flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser. Bring it to your next picnic or potluck, and get ready for everyone to ask you for the recipe! Serves 12 | A perfectly moist, summery dessert that’s as easy as it is impressive. Ingredients For
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Serving Size: 6 My boyfriend officially declared these “the only mashed potatoes I ever want again,” and honestly, that’s enough for me. Ingredients: Instructions:
Hello and welcome to Macie Makes a Home! I am so glad you have ended up here to share my journey and learn from my mistakes and victories along the way. I started this blog to share the reality of juggling all the things life throws at us: completing a master’s degree, working full time, creating a cozy, organized home — all while navigating major life events like buying a house and planning a wedding.
A little bit about me:
I currently live in Nashville, Tennessee with my partner and dog. We are in that stage of life where there are a lot of big changes coming our way, from big career moves to eventually starting a family. I am completing a master’s degree in social work while working a full time job, and Matthew is over halfway through his residency in internal medicine. We absolutely love everything that Nashville has to offer, but are not sure if we want to put down roots in this city once his residency is over.
As I go through this journey, I am learning how to keep up with the every day necessities of life while keeping my sanity intact. If you’re looking for a place to explore what it means to build a calm, joy-filled, and functional life, you are in the right place.
