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09.24.2024
French Dressing
French Dressing is a classic for a reason. This delicious tomato based dressing is slightly sweet, slightly sour, and fantastic over so many different kinds of salads. My husband loves French dressing. It’s his very favorite. So recently, when he asked if I would make him a homemade version, I jumped at the chance. By…
09.23.2024
Chocolate Frosting Recipe
My Chocolate Frosting recipe comes together with just five ingredients. It is perfect for all of your cupcakes, cookies, and cakes. Homemade frosting is so easy to make. It requires just a few ingredients, and is far better than store-bought frosting. In fact, my Vanilla Frosting was one of my first recipes to go viral.…
09.22.2024
Taco Stuffed Peppers
These Taco Stuffed Peppers are such an easy weeknight dinner packed with amazing flavor. These come together fast and freeze great for perfect leftovers and lunches. When you have kids who love tacos and stuffed peppers, the obvious thing to do is make Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers. This dinner is a huge win because of…
09.21.2024
Pizza Burgers
Pizza Burgers are a delightful twist on cheeseburgers that your whole family will love. Everything from the burger’s seasonings to the garlic bread like buns is drool-worthy! Keeping up with my oldest’s appetite is a new challenge. He is an athlete, a long distance runner specifically. If you think you know how much a teenage…
09.20.2024
Cherry Smoothie
This simple cherry smoothie is a great way to start your day! Made with just four ingredients that are easy to keep on hand, you will love this recipe. If you are looking for a fast breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, this is the perfect solution. We start with just four ingredients, and we end…
09.19.2024
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is a delicious dinner that is done in under 25 minutes and made with simple ingredients. Your family will love this one! I’ve never made an Alfredo recipe that I don’t love, and this one does not disappoint. We use really simple cooking methods here to keep prep time down and keep…
09.18.2024
BLT Baked Tacos
BLT Baked Tacos are a super easy and fun dinner idea that the whole family will love. If you are a fan of a BLT sandwich, this is a great new spin. Baked Tacos are one of my favorite things because they are so easy to make and they are incredibly fun. Besides that, there…
09.17.2024
Lighter Ranch Dip
Ranch Dip is a really simple recipe, with most of the ingredients already in your pantry and refrigerator. You will love how delicious this dip is; the perfect snack with some vegetables. Snacking is one of my favorite activities. There is something so relaxing about snuggling up at night and watching a show we can…
09.16.2024
Overnight Oats (Made Four Ways!)
Overnight Oats are so easy to make. We have a great four ingredient recipe, plus four ways to change it up with different flavors! Breakfast can get boring and tietius so fast. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut with that first meal of the day. These overnight oats recipes are a great make-ahead…
09.15.2024
The Secret To The Perfect Pizza Dough Recipe
Pizza Dough is so easy to make when you have the secret to the perfect recipe. This foolproof pizza dough is so simple and with my step-by-step photos and easy-to-follow directions, you will have the best pizza every time! This homemade pizza dough recipe is a family recipe passed down from my mom and is…
09.14.2024
Easy Chili Recipe
This easy chili recipe comes together so simply and with easy-to-find ingredients. You will love the subtle spice and smokey flavor of this delicious and hearty soup. Chili is one of my favorite recipes to make for the family! It is like the holy grail of nutritious and easy dinners. Made with meat, beans, vegetables,…
09.13.2024
Apple Cider Sangria
Apple Cider Sangria is the perfect fall sangria recipe. Made with just a handful of ingredients, your guests will love this delicious cocktail. Sangria is one of my favorite things to make! I think it takes me back to being a little kid (who obviously didn’t drink sangria). I used to love making concoctions. The…