Deliciously Easy Recipes
Black Forest Cake is about decadent dark chocolate cake layers with whipped cream filling and fresh cherries on top. An indulgent and surprisingly easy-to-make birthday cake.
Black Forest Cake is the ultimate dessert combining the sweetness of chocolate cake with tart cherries. It is the classic cake for serious celebrations because of the flavor, of course, but also the stunning look – dark, almost black layers with bold red cherries on top. Such a chic dessert!
View postEveryone loves those jumbo Costco Pumpkin Muffins and now you can make them at home with this easy copycat recipe.
Super moist pumpkin muffins with spice and delicious streusel crumb topping, just like Costco makes them, and even better – homemade dessert muffins to bake this fall and winter when those cooler temps set in.
Costco is known for its delicious jumbo pumpkin muffins that everyone waits all year long for. I know that when it gets to the end of summer, I’m looking for these. What better time to make your own this fall season. When I got into fall mode last year I made these muffins, with their generous size so many times.
View postSimply the Best Pumpkin Streusel Muffins topped with salted caramel glaze really is the perfect fall breakfast treat or snack. Easy to make and delicious too!
I absolutely love fall. It’s something I look forward to it all year. I think it’s because I grew up in So Cal, which means I didn’t really have seasons as I do now.
Being here in North Idaho we truly get seasons and it’s absolutely glorious here during fall. Well, honestly, it’s gorgeous here all the time, but I just swoon over the colors during fall.
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BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole is a quick and easy dinner loaded with chicken, cheese, and pasta, tossed and baked with BBQ sauce and ranch.
Do you love casseroles?? I know my family does. My grandmother loved making them for so many occasions so I definitely grew up on casseroles.
I think it was the era, of ways to make dinner easier. But the trend sure stuck around. Probably because life hasn’t slowed down at all. In fact, it seems it is busier than ever.
You can enjoy this recipe cold by making our BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad. Don’t miss our Chicken and Rice Casserole and our Easy Chicken Pot Pie recipes too.
View postBraised Steak and Onions is a classic dish featuring tender beef slow-cooked in a savory sauce with caramelized onions.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect sandwich meat or just a hearty main course, braised Steak and Onions is the ultimate comfort food.
Tender pieces of steak simmered slowly in a savory broth, enhanced with caramelized onions, garlic, and a hint of herbs. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly evening.
View postChewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are so soft and thick. Super simple and easy to make with no chill time needed. Great for any occasion.
For as long as I can remember, the hubs has been obsessed with oatmeal raisin cookies. Since I am never one to turn down an opportunity to make cookies, I have a recipe that I have been making for him for decades. I’m sort of shocked that I have not shared it here yet.
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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are a quick & easy breakfast recipe for the whole family. Great for weekend mornings with coffee or when rushing off to work. So good!
Who loves lemon? We really love lemon & poppy seeds & so I’m always looking for new and creative ways to add that combo to our daily menu.
View postRainbow Sprinkle Cookies are a soft and chewy dropped sugar cookie recipe coated in rainbow nonpareils. They’re perfect for any celebration – including St. Patrick’s Day, Mother’s Day, and of course, BIRTHDAYS!
Raise your hand if you love a soft and chewy sugar cookie! I’m here raising both my hands because those types of cookies are just what I can’t get enough of.
Add those super cute rainbow sprinkles and I’m in heaven. They are so fun and they definitely make me want to keep having one after another.
Don’t miss my St. Patrick’s Day Cake Mix Cookie Bars
Savor the rich, tropical flavors of Slow Cooker Huli Huli Chicken. This easy-to-make Hawaiian dish features tender chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and savory marinade of soy sauce, pineapple juice, garlic, and ginger.
Huli Huli Chicken is a mouthwatering Hawaiian dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Especially during the summer! We’re talking about tender chicken thighs cooked in a savory, sweet, and tangy sauce made from brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and pineapple.
I think the ginger and pineapple are my favorite parts of this dish. It makes the perfect combination of tropical flavors with the chicken. Soooo darn tasty!
View post30 Minute Back-to-School Meals – Over 40 mouthwatering recipes by some of the top food bloggers around that you can cook up in less than 30 minutes!
I’m so JAZZED! I have joined in the fun with some of my FAVORITE bloggers around to bring you some absolutely incredible recipes each month.
What’s the theme for August? Back-to-school of course. Everything you could ever want to make mealtime easy for back to school time.
View postThis Smoked Salt recipe is an easy recipe for the Traeger. Not only is it a great addition to all your recipes, but makes an awesome gift too!
Just picture this – sinking your teeth into a dish you love, and suddenly, a wave of deep, smoky flavor washes over your taste buds. That’s the remarkable quality of smoked salt in action.
This unique ingredient, often tucked away in the kitchens of gourmet chefs, infuses a rich, flavorful depth to your meals that are simply unforgettable. This subtle taste not only intensifies the dish’s flavor but also gives it a charming, homemade, rustic quality that’s hard to resist.
View postCrock Pot Chicken Tacos, an easy slow cooker dinner recipe that’s a perfect “dump & go” meal. Delicious in tacos, burritos, nachos and more.
WOW – it sure has been a while since I talked Easy Family Dinner Ideas. Today I thought I would share with you one of our favorite dinners- these Crock Pot Chicken Tacos.
This is a “go-to” recipe for us because not only is it easy – but it’s so delicious that rarely do we have much in the way of leftovers. I can take 5-10 minutes late in the morning and toss all the ingredients in the crockpot and just let it go.
Don’t miss our Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip too!
Perfect Oven Cooked Bacon is absolutely foolproof and clean up is a breeze. This is by far the easiest way to cook bacon. Delicious and simple perfection!
So remember a couple of days ago I announced that I was joining an AWESOME group of bloggers to bring you BACON MONTH?
Well, today I’m kicking it all off with the absolute easiest way to cook bacon perfectly every single time. In the oven.
View postGarlic Butter Salmon is a simple foil packet dinner recipe that’s oven-baked for a quick & healthy dinner or made on the grill at your next backyard BBQ.
My friends, my family is crazy for fish. They absolutely love seafood and it makes them so incredibly happy when I make it for them.
If you love this – be sure to try our Oven-Roasted Asparagus!
View postCherry Delight Recipe is a simple, no-bake treat that is great for parties, holidays, potlucks, picnics, and backyard BBQs. Everyone loves it!
Cherry Delight captures the essence of hot summer days, with its creamy cheesecake filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and tantalizing cherry topping. Imagine sinking your teeth into a dessert that’s full of summer bliss.
This easy cherry delight dessert is not just a treat for your taste buds, but a blend of textures and flavors that will make you sigh in delight. It’s perfect for any special occasion or just a simple family dinner. This dessert will absolutely be a family favorite!
View postYou’ll love the tender rice and golden orzo pasta in this Rice Pilaf with Orzo. This impressive and tasty side dish is so easy to make.
Rice Pilaf with Orzo is an awesome blend of textures and flavors that elevate any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. This dish brings you fluffy long-grain rice mixed with tender orzo pasta, each grain glistening with a hint of olive oil and seasoned to perfection.
Imagine the slight crunch of golden brown onions mixed with the soft, buttery feel of orzo, all brought together with a hint of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. It’s a simple yet sophisticated dish that promises to be a hit at your dinner table.
View postBolognese Short Rib is a deliciously slow-cooked dish featuring tender short ribs in a savory tomato sauce with herbs and spices.
If you’re looking for a dish that combines rich, savory flavors with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, look no further than Bolognese Short Rib. This hearty and comforting recipe features slow-cooked beef short ribs in a robust tomato-based sauce, creating the ultimate comfort food perfect for a cozy family dinner or special gatherings.
It’s a flavor I just can’t get enough of. The combination of tender beef, aromatic vegetables, and a luscious sauce served over pasta is always satisfying. I’ve got a recipe for you that makes it all simple and easy.
View postEasy Zucchini Bread is straight out of grandma’s vintage cookbook. Deliciously moist and flavorful. As simple as to stir together and bake.
Do you love making recipes with zucchini? For years, every summer my mother-in-law would get an abundance of zucchini from her neighbors. She always had far more than she could reasonably enjoy so she was kind enough to share it with us.
I always loved visiting her and coming home with our own abundance of zucchini. I would spend the next day processing it all, getting it ready for baking.
View postBanana Pudding Ice Cream is packed with Nilla Wafers, sweet bananas, and a swirl of cheesecake filling – making this rich, creamy, and delicious!
Summertime calls for a cool, creamy treat, and there’s no better way to beat the heat than with homemade Banana Pudding Ice Cream.
Picture this: the wonderful, velvety texture of churned ice cream, enhanced with a delicious banana flavor, swirled with no-bake cheesecake, and studded with crunchy vanilla wafer cookies.
View postThis Easy Banana Bread recipe will be the simplest homemade breakfast recipe you’ll ever make. Just dump, mix & bake for moist, delicious banana bread.
Do you have a particular “go-to” recipe for breakfast that the whole family loves? For us, it’s this super Easy Banana Bread.
A good 20+ years or so ago my mom gave me this recipe that she got from a friend. Remember the days when friends would pass along recipe cards? I know, forever ago.
View postThis Chocolate Bundt Pudding Cake is topped with a rich chocolate ganache. It offers a decadent chocolate experience that is perfect for any occasion.
This Chocolate Bundt Pudding Cake is a dessert that brings satisfaction to every chocolate lover’s dream.
This is a moist chocolate cake enriched with the deep, rich flavors of cocoa and espresso, using instant chocolate pudding mix for added flavor and texture, and topped with a velvety smooth chocolate ganache.
View postSour Watermelon Pops are a quick and easy frozen dessert made with only 4 simple ingredients. They take only a few minutes to prepare for freezing. So delicious.
I don’t know about you- but when it’s summer, we always have fresh watermelon in the house. It’s one of those things that is bought weekly & the family just can’t get enough of it.
Every so often we are also given one or two from various people & then I end up with way more than we can reasonably eat. So I start making it into things that I can freeze – like these Sour Watermelon Pops.
View postBing Cherry Freezer Jam is a quick and easy jam recipe for summer cherries. Perfect for breakfast or dessert and makes a lovely gift for neighbors.
I may have mentioned this once or twice before. I have a serious obsession with cherry recipes.
Whether it’s cherries baked in treats, eating cherries right off the tree, cherry drinks, or cherry-flavored candy (that’s probably my biggest obsession) I can’t get enough.
View postButterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, buttery, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips and butterscotch flavor. Great for any occasion!
Hi there, my fellow cookie lovers! It’s an exciting day in the kitchen because we’re making Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies! If you’re a fan of sweet treats with that perfect balance of chewy and crispy, you’re in for a real treat.
I’m a huge fan of butterscotch so it’s kind of a no-brainer to put it in this sweet cookie. There is very little in this world that is better than a freshly baked cookie. Wouldn’t you agree? Let’s dive right in, shall we?
View postCheeseburger Pasta combines ground beef, melted cheese, and pasta for a quick weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
I love combining all the savory goodness of a juicy cheeseburger combined with the hearty comfort of pasta. That’s exactly what you get with this Cheeseburger Pasta recipe! It’s like having your favorite burger and fries all in one delicious, cheesy dish.
This meal is perfect for those nights when you can’t decide between a burger or pasta and offers a fun, satisfying dinner that the whole family will love. With gooey cheddar cheese, flavorful ground beef, and a hint of tangy sauce, every bite of this Cheeseburger Pasta is bursting with flavor!
View postIndulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of German Chocolate Bundt Cake. Topped with a decadent coconut-pecan frosting, this cake is a showstopper for any occasion!
Picture this: a slice of German Chocolate Bundt Cake on your plate, so rich and moist it practically begs to be eaten. This is a journey through layers of deep, luscious chocolate, topped with a creamy, nutty coconut-pecan frosting that’s the hallmark of a truly great German chocolate cake.
Crafted in a classic Bundt pan, this cake shows off the beauty and deliciousness of bundt cakes, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering, celebration, or a cozy night in.
View postFunfetti Cake Batter Dip is a quick 5 ingredient dessert recipe that only takes 5 minutes to make. Super easy, great for after school snacks, parties & more.
I love dessert dips. Just because it’s hot outside doesn’t mean that my desire for treats goes away. But I have to do my best to bake as infrequently as possible to keep the house cooler in these hot months.
That’s where the beauty of dessert dips come in because not only are they a delicious no-bake treat, but they only take 5 minutes to make.
View postIf you have been searching for the perfect cookie dough recipe, this Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (made without eggs) has the closest taste to the real thing.
Do you love cookie dough? I never seem to be able to curb the craving. But I know I’m not alone because the cookie dough craze has taken hold and it seems everyone is in love.
I grew up taking my chances and snacking on the raw dough while I made each batch of cookies. The hubs gave me so much crap for doing it but I didn’t care. So I am super excited that eggless cookie dough is a thing now and I can enjoy it whenever I want without guilt.
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You’ll love this super easy-to-make Slow Cooker Chicken Pasta, AKA Crockpot Chicken Noodle Casserole. It’s a family favorite dinnertime dish!
Have you ever tried a good Slow Cooker Chicken Pasta? If you haven’t, I’m going to fix that for you. You’re in for a yummy surprise!
It’s a creamy, cheesy, and hearty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Or just when you’re in need of some hearty, comforting food. So, grab your ingredients and get your slow cooker ready. Your new favorite dinner is just a few simple steps away!
View postThe Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti is an easy pressure cooker dinner using the leftover rotisserie chicken. Quick to make & so delicious too.
Our family loves pasta and we have made our fair share of spaghetti in our time. But sometimes I want something a little different from the marinara and beef mixed into the noodles.
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti is really popular right now and that is no surprise. Sort of like mac & cheese with the creamy cheese sauce, but with spaghetti noodles and leftover chicken mixed in. It’s a hit.
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Mississippi Mud Ice Cream is a coffee-flavored ice cream loaded with a thick ribbon of fudge, chunks of Oreo cookies, and toasted pecans.
Today we’re whipping up homemade Mississippi Mud Ice Cream, a rich chocolate ice cream treat inspired by the famous Mississippi River’s muddy waters.
Ever dreamt of creamy chocolate and coffee-flavored ice cream loaded with crunchy Oreo cookies and fudgy bits? If yes, you’re in for a sweet treat!
View postThis post is sponsored by The Home Depot. The opinions and text are all mine.
Create a homey environment that is stylish for your college student with these Back to Class College Essentials for decor, bed, bath & kitchen this fall.
During this time of year, we start thinking about and preparing for heading back to campus. Last semester my son lived in his first apartment off-campus until the campus closed in March.
But now that school is reopening and he will be heading back to his place we had some things to pick up to make his stay down there more comfortable.
