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Welcome! We’re Amy & Rachel

Hello and welcome! I’m Amy from Denver, CO, (left) along with my sister-in-law, Rachel (right).

Here at The Oven Light, we are always looking for ways to cut cooking time in half (or more!). We use shortcuts that don’t sacrifice flavor, we’re just getting smarter with our time. You won’t find “dump” meals here, but rather an approach to cooking that is mindful and intentional with time AND taste.

I look forward to helping you nourish your family with quick meals, healthy recipes, and cherished time together.

Life is short. Cook fast. Eat slow. And never pass on dessert.

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Big News! If you’ve been wondering why we have b

Big News! If you’ve been wondering why we have been MIA the past few months it’s because Amy is moving to Kentucky 😱🤗😭😫😄 (as you can see I have mixed emotions on the subject). And while we are bummed to not be living close to each other The Oven Light will live on! We have some exciting things planned and ready to go this fall, but for now Amy will be getting settled into her new house in a new state. So stay tuned! 🧡🧡

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day! While we were hoping

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day! While we were hoping to celebrate with an outside bbq, Colorado is 🥶⛈. So instead we are whipping up a batch of ❤️SUPER FAST ENCHILADA SAUCE and staying in with some movies. No need to fret this is made with ingredients you already have in your pantry. Reply with a ❤️ in the comments below if you are eating something delish today!
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#superfastenchiladasauce #superfastrecipe #enchiladas #enchiladasauce #mexicanfood #memorialday #cookingwithkids #pantrystaples #yumyum #feedfeed #dinnertime #makeaheadfood

🙋‍♀️Where are my lemon lovers at?? 🍋Le

🙋‍♀️Where are my lemon lovers at?? 🍋Lemon Layer Cake🍋 starts with easy lemon sponge cake sandwiched with sweet lemon buttercream frosting and a touch of lemon curd to finish it off. Plus we have a few "hacks" that can save you time and energy so you can be eating this sooner. Click the link below👇 to see how.
https://www.theovenlight.net/2021/04/lemon-layer-cake-with-lemon-buttercream-frosting/
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#lemonlover #springtimefeels #lemoncake #lemoncurd #traderjoes #buttercream #layercake #nakedcake #bakinghack #simplerecipes #bakingshortcut #meyerlemons #springdessert #summerdessert #kingarthurflour

🧡One of the many things my Grandma has taught m

🧡One of the many things my Grandma has taught me is that if you are going to drink gin don't skimp, get the good stuff. So when I first tried Breckenridge Distillery Gin my first thought was "Gma will love this!" Then of course my second thought was 🤔"What can I bake using gin??" And 🍑Peaches & Cream 🍑was the answer.
Sweet Biscuits, Homemade Whipped Cream, and Peach (with gin!) Sauce make a perfect sweet spring-time treat.
Don't have fresh peaches? No worries the frozen kind work great too!
P.S. Some of the other things Gma has taught me--
*Trust your instincts as parent, there is a reason you have them.
*Put your jewelry in the same place every night, so you don't end up loosing it.
*The only reason to eat dinner is to get to the dessert.
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#breckdistillery #breck #ginlover #dogmotherginlover #ginandtonic #g&t #peachesandcream #palisadepeaches #sweetbiscuit #peachshortcake #strawberryshortcake #springtime #lightdessert #springdessert #summertreat #bbqdessert #easydessert #teaparty #drinkandbake

🌮Blackened Fish Tacos are a simple and deliciou

🌮Blackened Fish Tacos are a simple and delicious dinner that can be made in under 30🙌 minutes! Crispy seasoned fish, topped with a cool cilantro lime slaw and pickled red onions (optional but totally delectable) can make tonight, or any night, a fiesta!
Olé Amigos💃
Find the recipe on the blog theovenlight.net
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#taconight #tacotuesday #fishtacos #blackenedfishtacos #fiesta
#partyfood #wholefood #familydinner #simplerecipes #quickrecipes #easydinner #under30 #eatfish

Berry Oat Bars with no refined sugar is one of my

Berry Oat Bars with no refined sugar is one of my favorite go to "treats". Berry Jam sandwiched between crispy oat crumble, cut into convenient bars that are just right for an on the go snack.
Kind of like a cross between a granola bar and dessert minus the guilt.
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#oatbar #berry #granolabar #guiltfreesnack #healthytreat #healthydessert #springtime #kidsnack #onthego #quakeroats

⭐NEW Parmesan Smashed Potatoes! These little guy

⭐NEW Parmesan Smashed Potatoes! These little guys are a crispy on the outside while staying tender on the inside. And don't forget they are generously brushed with garlic butter🤤 and topped with parmesan making these spuds swoon worthy.
Looking for more delicious recipes? Check us out at http://ow.ly/jzpM50EtBGl
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#sidedish #idahopotaoes #fingerlingpotatoes #smashedpotatoes #landolakes #parmesan #yummly #buzzfeed #feedfeed #getinmybelly #quickmeals #wholefood #familydinner #eatup

Twice Baked Potatoes boast an amazing line up of i

Twice Baked Potatoes boast an amazing line up of ingredients- cheese, bacon, butter, sour cream, green onions, and oh yeah there is some potato in there as well. All baked together to golden perfection. While technically this is considered a "side dish", it really feels more like the main attraction.
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#twicebakedpotaotes #cheesypotatoes #bbqfood #baconfordays #russet #sidedish

Buffalo Chicken Pizza is loaded with garlic butter

Buffalo Chicken Pizza is loaded with garlic butter, bacon, red onions, and of course buffalo chicken. Will you dip it in blue cheese? Ranch? Or an extra helping of buffalo sauce?
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#buffalochicken #wings #sweetbabyrays #garlicbutter #pizza #norisepizza #quickpizzadough

What's no to love about❤️ Lava Cakes? Chocolat

What's no to love about❤️ Lava Cakes? Chocolately, gooey, warm, mouthwatering and individual size (aka everyone gets their own and I share with no one. No one!!) Simply mixed in one bowl and you can be eating these beauties within 30 minutes. So hop to it!
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#lavacakes #chocolate #darkchocolate #glutenfree #measureformeasure #dessert #chocolatedessert #quickdessert #onebowldessert #bakerschocolate #nestle

🍩Donut Muffins are mash up of two breakfast sta

🍩Donut Muffins are mash up of two breakfast staples that couldn't be any more scrumptious. Start with a simple (one bowl!) 🙌recipe and then poke a hole in the middle and fill with 🍓jam. Finish it off by sprinkling it with sugar (crunchy goodness) and whoa mama, welcome to your new favorite breakfast treat.
Be sure to tag us if you make these!
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#donut #muffin #breakfastmashup #glutenfree #breakfast #simplerecipe #tastytastygoodness #eatup #themostimportantmealoftheday #measureformeasure #kingarthurflour

🙌Extra queso and green chiles on mine please! S

🙌Extra queso and green chiles on mine please!
Southwestern Cheesesteak for your viewing pleasure.
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#cheesesteak #beefitswhatsfordinner #queso #howyoudo505 #subsandwich #eatupbuttercup #delish #feedfeed

🥥🍈Cilantro Lime Coconut Rice takes your rice

🥥🍈Cilantro Lime Coconut Rice takes your rice game to the next level. We love it as the base in our burrito bowls, or just on the side of tonights dinner. No matter what you're serving it with, it is bound to jazz up any meal.
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#jazzhands #burritobowl #limerice #mexicanfood #freshandeasy #limecoconut #dinnertime #simplerecipe #quickfood

🍊Creamy Orange Cinnamon Tea Sandwiches 🍊are

🍊Creamy Orange Cinnamon Tea Sandwiches 🍊are a refreshing way to welcome Spring! Surprisingly simple and highly addictive the are the perfect excuse to have a tea party... with or without kids. 😜
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#teatime #hightea #teaparty #springtime #easterlunch #easterfood #lightandtasty #fingerfood #fingersandwich

👀Looking to simplify your morning routine while

👀Looking to simplify your morning routine while still eating healthy and delicious? Crustless Spicy Quiche can do all that leaving you that extra time to walk the dog 🐕, clean the kitchen, AND finish your ☕coffee.
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#howdoyou505 #quiche #eggs #crustlessquiche #glutenfree #breakfasttogo #quickbreakfast

I love Cornbread. Correction. I love Honey Butter.

I love Cornbread. Correction. I love Honey Butter. And the only socially acceptable way to eat my bodies weight in 🍯Honey Butter, is if it is spread onto Cornbread, hence this lightly sweet and fluffy yellow deliciousness in front of you. So whip this up tonight and enjoy your socially acceptable dinner.
Search "Cornbread" on the blog, don't worry the Honey Butter recipe is there too.😁
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#cornbread #honeybutter #chili #homemade #quickmeal #simplereecipe #lodgeskillet #landolakes #honeyhoney

Snacking hour is upon us, how about adding a littl

Snacking hour is upon us, how about adding a little 🔥spice with some Southwestern Pretzel Bites?
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#howdoyou505 #apps #appetizer #pretzel #hotandspicy #greenchile

Want to know the key to scrumptious 🧀Cheddar Mu

Want to know the key to scrumptious 🧀Cheddar Muffins? Lots and lots of cheddar. Try these out with dinner tonight and let us know if you do!
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#cheddarmuffins #cheeseplease #redlobstercopycat #muffins #simplerecipes #recipehack #simpleandtasty

🌼Yellow Cake Mix Coffee Cake 🌼is one of live

🌼Yellow Cake Mix Coffee Cake 🌼is one of lives great hacks. Start with a box cake mix and plus it up with crumb topping that is sure to impress. Easter brunch anyone?🐰
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#coffeecake #easypastry #easterfood #easterbreakfast #partyfood #brunch #teatime #familyfood #bakingwithkids #duncanhines

Who doesn't love a good pour shot?🥥 Coconut Gin

Who doesn't love a good pour shot?🥥 Coconut Gin Fizz 🥥not only looks beautiful but can be adapted to your taste buds. If like Amy you like it sweeter, add a little more agave and a extra splash of seltzer. If like Rachel (🙋‍♀️that's me!) you like it strong, add an extra shot of gin.
As long as you enjoy it there is no wrong measurements.
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#gin #breckgin #ginandtonic #coconutdrink #ginlover #clearliquid #drinkresponsibly #drinkup #yesplease #partydrink

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