Deliciously Easy Recipes
This French Apple Pie is loaded with cinnamon & nutmeg & topped with buttery, brown sugar crumbles. The perfect dessert for your Thanksgiving holiday feast.
Who loves apple pie? It is an American favorite & my family can’t ever get enough.
But instead of making a traditional apple pie, they love this recipe for French Apple Pie which is similar to a Dutch Apple Pie but with a slightly different topping. So good, check it out!
This Back to School Kid Favorites Menu Plan will have you ready for the kiddos to head back to class. If you need recipes to help ease the fall chaos, check these out!
Are the kiddos back to school yet? We homeschool & create our own calendar, so we are nearing the end of our year already. But with dance & theatre & work schedules, we still need super quick snack & meal ideas.
It can be hard to find things that the kids like & are easy to make, especially when we are tight on time. So I was really excited to join a bunch of my friends to share our favorite back to school snacks that the kids love.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Jack Link’s. The thoughts and opinions are my own.
With back to school, endless activities & hectic work schedules, Easy On-the-Go Snacks are a must. Check out what we always pack when heading out.
If you are like our family, you always have a full calendar. This makes it really difficult to find a moment to eat a snack that can carry you through the day. That being said, eating out can be expensive, so we try to bring instead of buy whenever we are on the go. However, many of you are familiar with the added dilemma of finding a quick snack that is better for you.
Considering all of our busy schedules, we frequently have to remind our son to eat something because he becomes so preoccupied with his college projects or workdays that he forgets to stop for a bite. Our daughters are better about remembering to eat but also struggle to find a good time to take a break between the older daughter’s job, the youngest’s school load, and both of their dance schedules. Therefore, it is handy to have something to throw into a backpack that is easy to eat but still offers some energy.
Break out the pressure cooker for this quick 30-minute dinner. Instant Pot Crack Chicken, otherwise known as chicken bacon ranch is SO easy & delicious.
Are you tight on time? I hear you! Between all the things the kids have going on & all the running around, I need dinner to be quick & easy. Fortunately, the pressure cooker helps in that department.
Dump & go Instant Pot dinners are my FAVORITE THING & this Instant Pot Crack Chicken is positively INCREDIBLE! So full of flavor, not complicated at all & everyone is begging for more. You really can’t beat that.
This nostalgic Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce is a cozy comfort food dessert recipe that’s perfect to serve on a chilly fall night.
Ah, bread pudding. It’s a comfort food that I grew up with and still love to this day. My grandma used to make it for us whenever we spent time at her house.
Over the years I’ve tried to recreate the comforting recipe she always made. I think I’ve gotten close with this recipe! It’s my Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce recipe!
View postApple Pie Pockets are easy to make fall treats. 4 ingredients are all you need to make this handheld version of the All American classic dessert.
Who loves apple pie? It is such a favorite in our house. So it is no surprise that we are always looking for more ways to make treats & goodies that give us all that great apple pie flavor that we love.
A while back I was looking for a way to use up some extra apple pie filling I had made. The hubs was already begging me for more apple pie, but there wasn’t enough filling for a whole pie. So I came up with these Apple Pie Pockets that are positively scrumptious.
No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Oat Bars are fall treat recipe made with chocolate, caramel & butter & brown sugar covered oats. Simple & quick to make, it’s a family favorite for sure.
Who loves quick & easy dessert recipes? We are right at the part of the season where it feels like fall, but the temps still keep me from wanting to bake.
Which is why I love to make goodies that I can whip up without my oven, like these No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Oat Bars. With just a few minutes at the stove top & a little bit of set time, we have some insanely good treats to enjoy after dinner.
You’ll love this Black Beans Instant Pot recipe that’s tender, flavorful, and ideal for a quick side dish for many of your favorite meals.
Have you ever craved perfectly cooked black beans, bursting with flavor and ready in no time? I’m with you on that. Look no further! This Instant Pot Black Beans recipe is here to make your life easier and your meals tastier.
With tender beans, fragrant spices, and a hint of red wine vinegar, this dish will become a staple in your kitchen. It’s one dish I cook a lot when I want something simple and filling.
View postBest Back to School Dinner Ideas takes the guesswork out of the evening meal. Quick, easy & delicious. These will please the whole family! YUM!
Have you all settled into the back to school routine? We run on a calendar year, so we are just nearing the end of our school year & I couldn’t be more thrilled. It will give us more time in our days for getting out & enjoying the holiday season which will be here before you know it.
But just because we are ending our school year it doesn’t mean we are any less strapped for time when it comes to the evening meal. I’m just like you, I don’t want to spend all evening preparing dinner, eating & then the never-ending clean up afterward. That’s no fun.
Discover the perfect easy Sourdough Bread Recipe using a homemade starter. Learn step-by-step instructions to create delicious, tangy sourdough bread with a crispy crust and chewy interior. Ideal for home bakers of all skill levels.
Imagine the satisfaction of slicing into your very own homemade sourdough bread. This bread has crust that is golden brown and satisfyingly crunchy, giving way to a soft, airy interior with the perfect touch of tanginess. YUM!
This Sourdough Bread recipe will guide you through creating a loaf with a beautifully complex flavor and rustic texture that only traditional methods can get you. Whether you’re a beginner ready to dive into the world of natural yeast breads or a seasoned baker, this recipe gives you a simple process without losing the bread’s artisan quality.
View postCheck out these tasty Cinnamon Pear Chips made with just 2 ingredients. So incredibly delicious, they are sure to disappear as fast as you can make them.
My friends, I’m obsessed with these Cinnamon Pear Chips. We picked up a ton of produce at the local farm here in town. It was super fun & now I can’t get enough of these fall recipes with all the apples & pears we have around here.
This is perfect if you are like me & either have your own fruit trees OR have orchards all around you selling their bounties for next to nothing. I am seriously in produce heaven & I think I actually might have a hoarding problem when it comes to having fresh produce in the house.
Instant Pot Meatball Stroganoff takes the classic recipe you love and makes it quick and easy to make with the electric pressure cooker.
Let’s talk about stroganoff! I remember when I was young, we use to make the hamburger helper version. To a kid’s taste buds, that stuff was amazing and I still have fond memories of it.
These days I need something a bit more homemade. Enter the Instant Pot Meatball Stroganoff! Imagine a creamy, rich sauce surrounding tender meatballs, infused with savory herbs and spices, punctuated by the soft bite of perfectly cooked egg noodles.
View postOreo S’mores with gooey marshmallows, rich chocolate, and Oreo cookies, this indulgent dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Everyone loves the rich, chocolatey flavor of graham crackers and chocolate combined with the gooey marshmallow goodness of a classic campfire treat. Now imagine swapping the graham crackers for Oreos!
These Oreo S’mores take your favorite childhood memories of roasting marshmallows under the stars and give them a fun twist. Each bite brings layers of chocolate, creamy Oreo filling, and perfectly toasted marshmallows.
View postWith just a handful of ingredients, these Smoked Pork Chops are packed with flavor and are a simple and easy dinner to make any time of year.
Imagine a plate of perfectly smoked pork chops, their golden-brown surface kissed with a smoky flavor, and the inside tender and juicy. The combo of seasonings, from the kick of garlic to the warmth of paprika, makes this not just a meal but an experience.
Today, we’re diving into a recipe for Smoked Pork Chops, that I absolutely love. Pork Chops are delicious, and I’ve always been a fan. Putting these chops in the smoker takes things to a whole new level, though.
View postThis Raspberry Cheesecake Recipe is a thick & creamy New York-Style cheesecake loaded with fresh raspberries & swirled with raspberry jam! So good!
A couple of years ago we ended up with a raspberry bush. With no real plan and unprepared for the large yield of berries, we were thrust into new recipe creation!
Gathered around one day we were all discussing new recipe creation ideas. I thought, let’s use a bunch of our raspberries in a cheesecake. It is amazing how everyone can have a part bringing this amazing dessert to the table. From the planting of the bush to the picking of the berries, all of us had a part.
Pesto alla Trapanese is a Sicilian twist on classic pesto made with fresh tomatoes, almonds, basil, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for pasta, bruschetta, or as a gourmet sauce.
Pesto alla Trapanese is a vibrant twist on the classic basil pesto that combines the fresh flavors of cherry tomatoes, basil, almonds, and pecorino cheese. I think it’s the ideal summertime pesto. Maybe it’s the fresh basil, maybe it’s the cherry tomatoes.
Whatever the reason, it’s a nice variation on a familiar flavor. This delicious Sicilian pesto brings a burst of Mediterranean sunshine to your plate, making it a perfect dish for a quick weeknight dinner or a scrumptious meal for the summer months. With its rich, nutty flavors and bright, juicy tomatoes, this pesto it’s always a favorite.
View postCinnamon Roll Sugar Cookie Bars are the perfect treat for those who swoon for soft & chewy sugar cookies & have a love for cinnamon topped with sweet cream cheese frosting. These are incredible!
Are you a cinnamon lover? Our whole family can’t get enough, so I am always trying new recipes that will satisfy that cinnamon craving. I was tight on time & needed something quick & easy.
I had already planned on making some sugar cookie bars that weekend. So the natural progression in the thought process was to just take those already delicious sugar cookie bars & make them into these positively delectable Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookie Bars. They were a HIT!
This Easy Gravy Recipe can be made in chicken, turkey or beef flavors making this THE PERFECT gravy for holiday side dishes & weeknight dinners alike.
Gravy is just one of those things that go on our top ten list of comfort foods. Long ago memories of family get-togethers involved huge spreads of family favorites and gravy was always included. Recipes passed down from great grandma to grandma, to mom & then to us have just been one of those things that bring the great times to the forefront.
We enjoy the opportunity to teach our kids the importance of this family tradition. I know that you’re thinking, gravy, really? But I have found that sitting at the table with the ones that you love and sharing something that brings back so many great memories allow me to reflect, and share those fun family experiences of the past.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Doughnuts are an easily baked breakfast treat loaded with your favorite cinnamon flavor. Perfect for cozy fall mornings.
Get ready for a trip back in time to your younger days! Cinnamon Toast Crunch Doughnuts are a scrumptious twist on your classic doughnut recipe.
They blend together the iconic cinnamon sugar punch of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal with a soft donut texture. Then you top that off with a homemade maple glaze and extra crunch!
View postTaco Stuffed Shells combine tender pasta shells filled with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and classic taco toppings, all baked to perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or a fun twist on taco night.
Imagine combining the zesty flavors of your favorite taco night with the hearty comfort of stuffed pasta shells. These Taco Stuffed Shells are a super fun way to spice up your taco Tuesday! They are packed with a flavorful taco meat mixture, smothered in melted cheese, and baked to perfection.
Each bite delivers a yummy fusion of Mexican and Italian cuisine. For the best results, share it with the whole family. With such a tasty recipe, you’ll probably have to make an extra big batch. It kind of like a taco casserole, only better!
View postEasy Marble Drip Icing is an easy cake decorating technique that gives your cakes the “WOW” factor. It’s as easy as whisk, drop & pour for AMAZING cakes!
Do you love AMAZING cakes? What if I told you that you can make this gorgeous marbled birthday cake icing with just a handful of ingredients & a few minutes of your time? Now I have your attention!
My friends, August is a busy month for birthdays around here. We have the oldest person in the house & the youngest celebrating birthdays within a week of each other. This year we had some significant milestone birthday years to add to the pressure, which meant the cakes had to be INCREDIBLE!
Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken is an easy 30-minute dinner recipe for those busy weeknights. Serve on a bed of steamed rice with a side of veggies & the whole family is happy!
It’s no secret, I like super easy dinner recipes. I really love to eat, but the process of making the food isn’t as fun. So when I can create something that tastes great AND is ready in about 30 minutes, I am a happy girl.
When I was first out on my own I practically lived off teriyaki bowls. I couldn’t get enough. Probably because when I was growing up my mom & I lived off toast a lot of the time. It was just quick & easy. No wonder I was so skinny then. HA! Pair this with my Instant Pot White Rice too!
These rich, Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are loaded with gooey chocolate chips and crunchy pecans, delivering a deliciously decadent experience in every bite.
I’ve got a recipe for you that brings a rich, chocolatey cookie that’s packed with melty chocolate chips and crunchy pecans. These Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are the ultimate treat for anyone with a sweet tooth.
With a soft center and crispy edges, they are the perfect combination of textures and flavors. They’re one of my favorite things to bring out at a family party. I’ll admit, though, that they’re tough to not eat once they’re on the cooling rack. Ha!
View postBacon & Garlic Green Beans, a side dish recipe that’s easy enough to enjoy with weeknight dinners & perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving & Christmas dinners too.
My friends, I hate to admit it, but I have never been a veggie girl. I have always leaned more to the main dish. That is until the hubs made me these Bacon & Garlic Green Beans early on in our marriage & I have been hooked ever since.
I can’t believe I haven’t shared them here before – but here they are! They are the family favorite to have with just about any meal. You can’t really go wrong with green beans that are smothered in garlic, butter & tossed with chunks of bacon, right? So good!
Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells is an easy dinner recipe made with rotisserie chicken, 3 kinds of cheese & alfredo sauce. Simple & quick to make, it’s a favorite.
Who loves quick & easy dinners? They are a must around here when juggling 5 school and work schedules. So things like this recipe for Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells really saves the day.
I love recipes that I can toss together pretty quick & yet make a big impact. These stuffed shells look so pretty & everyone is so impressed when dinner time comes. They don’t know how easy it is to make these little gems.
View postSlow Cooker Cubed Steak is a savory dinner that’s simple to make. Great for busy weeknights while you let the Crockpot do the work.
I’m back again today with a recipe that’s not only incredibly simple to make but also rich in flavor: Slow Cooker Cubed Steak. This dish offers the perfect blend of tender, succulent cubed steak and savory gravy – a surefire hit at the dinner table!
The creamy gravy in this recipe really brings it all together. As it cooks in the crock pot, the flour thickens all the juices until you’re left with a mouth-watering blend of meat, veggies, and gravy. You’re going to love it!
View postGarlic Mashed Potatoes, an easy side dish dinner recipe & perfect for all of those holiday feasts too. So delicious topped with butter or gravy. YUM!
Are you a meat & potatoes person? I sure am. Forget the salad, bring me a big ol’ helping of mashed potatoes & a thick cut of meat & I’m a happy girl.
I don’t know what it is about mashed potatoes that make it the ultimate comfort food, but they sure take care of a lot of different types of cravings. These are thick, ultra-creamy & have just the right amount of garlic to make your tastebuds super happy.
Try this Cauliflower Mash for those eating low-carb!
Crockpot Red Beans & Rice is the perfect cozy dinner. This easy, flavorful, slow-cooked recipe brings a taste of New Orleans to your table.
Imagine the rich, smoky aroma of Andouille sausage mingling with creamy red beans, all simmered to perfection in a crockpot. Crockpot Red Beans & Rice is a comforting and hearty dish that’s easy to make and bursting with Southern flavor.
Perfect for any day of the week, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. It’s easy meals like this one that make life doable.
View postClassic Meatloaf Recipe is so easy & just like mom used to make. Deliciously hearty dinner that’s perfect when paired with mashed potatoes & green beans.
Did you grow up having meatloaf for dinner? My mom made it occasionally, but we didn’t make dinner all that often. However, I remember having it frequently when I would spend the summers with my grandparents.
Meatloaf is such a classic dinner recipe, which is why, I think, it falls in the category of comfort foods. It is dinnertime staple & everyone should have a “go-to” meatloaf recipe on hand. This one will not disappoint.
This Strawberry Crunch Cake Recipe contains all your favorite summer flavors, and is the perfect dessert for every summer potluck and party!
Imagine biting into a fluffy white cake soaked in strawberry goodness, each mouthful punctuated with a tangy cool whip layer and topped with golden Oreo crumbs for the perfect crunch. Sounds tempting, doesn’t it?
Let’s talk about the divine dessert that is our Strawberry Crunch Cake. Bursting with sweet strawberry flavor and a satisfyingly crunchy topping, it’s a perfect recipe to brighten up your summer days!
View postBreak out your Traeger, these Pellet Grill Chicken Wings are out of this world. So easy to make, perfect for summer bbq’s, tailgating or any game day party.
Who loves an easy chicken recipe? All hands are up over here because we sure love our chicken wings & now that we have our Traeger, they are so incredibly easy to make.
I have a thing about making sure the skin is super crisp while keeping that chicken juicy & tender. That can be hard to do when baking or frying. So when we figured out how to make them perfectly on the Traeger I was so happy.
View postExperience tender, flavorful perfection with Yogurt Marinated Chicken. Infused with rich spices and creamy yogurt, this dish offers a delicious and healthy option for your next meal.
Ever bite into a chicken dish so tender and flavorful that you can’t help but ask for seconds? The secret’s out: Greek yogurt is the star of the show! This Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken is your new go-to for ensuring every chicken meal from here on out is nothing short of spectacular.
Combining the creamy texture of plain Greek yogurt with the vibrant kick of lemon juice and the aromatic punch of garlic, this dish is a celebration of simple ingredients coming together to create something extraordinary. Plus, it’s an easy dinner solution that works wonders, whether you’re hosting a party or need a quick meal prep option.
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