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09.26.2020
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are slightly crisp on the outside with a perfect buttery center. They are a classic chocolate chip cookie with a delicious pumpkin spice twist. I’m still over here baking all the fall things, and next up is this amazing Pumpkin Chocolate Chip recipe! They have the perfect pumpkin spice flavor. This…
09.22.2020
Crockpot Apple Butter
Crockpot Apple Butter will make your house smell like heaven. It is the perfect fall recipe and can be used in so many other recipes. I have been using Apple Butter in my recipes for years! It’s like this magical little ingredient that can flavor something apple so easily. In this recipe we let apple…
09.17.2020
Sticky Chicken
Sticky Chicken will be your new favorite chicken dinner. This dinner is made in about 20 minutes and so much better than take out! One of our favorite things to eat is an easy chicken stir fry with a delicious sauce, over rice. They are usually so quick and easy to make with tons of…
09.15.2020
Turkey Bolognese
Turkey Bolognese is a delicious and hearty sauce that your family is going to love. It cooks away all day in the slow cooker for a perfect comforting dinner at the end of the day. I am so excited to share today’s recipe with you! This recipe comes from my friend Erin’s new book, The…
09.12.2020
Apple Cobbler
This Apple Cobbler is made totally from scratch with fresh apples and is going to be your family’s favorite fall dessert. I’m proud to be partnering with Meijer to bring you this perfect summer recipe. With fall right around the corner, I am so excited to start cooking up warm and cozy comfort food for you. I…
09.05.2020
Instant Pot Risotto Carbonara
Instant Pot Risotto Carbonara is a delicious gourmet meal made easy! If you are nervous about making risotto, this is the perfect recipe for you. Date nights are a fundamental part of my marriage. It is something that we rely on to keep things going and happy. And it works! When we are struggling, having…
09.02.2020
Pickled Jalapeños
This Pickled Jalapeño recipe is a fast and easy condiment that you will love having in your refrigerator. My youngest and I are totally obsessed with Pickled Jalapeños. In fact, we go through so many jars because we love them on our tacos that much. She and I are often fighting for the last one…
08.30.2020
Skillet Tuna Noodle Casserole
Skillet Tuna Noodle Casserole is full of delicious creamy flavor and is on your table in 35 minutes. This one pot meal is going to become a new family favorite! Tuna Noodle Casserole was one of my favorite dinners growing up. It is so funny to think, because my mom was a great cook and…
08.29.2020
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
These Pumpkin Snickerdoodles give you all the delicious taste of a snickerdoodle with perfect pumpkin flavor for fall. I think if it was socially acceptable, I would give you pumpkin and apple recipes all year long. Pumpkin and pumpkin spice just make everything better. Including snickerdoodle cookies! These cookies are crisp on the outside and…
08.24.2020
Skillet Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
This easy Skillet Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a simple easy 25 minute meal that your family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights. I’m excited to be working with Knorr® to bring you this great easy dinner. As much as I like cooking from scratch, there are so many weeknights – especially during the busy…
08.23.2020
Chicken Tacos
These Chicken Tacos are the absolute best! They will remind you of your favorite restaurant, and then convince you that you never need to go there again. My family is completely obsessed with this Chicken Taco recipe! The first time they ate them, they decided that they were better than all of our favorite taco…
08.19.2020
Edamame Salad
This Edamame Salad is a simple recipe that makes for a great side dish! Done in 10 minutes, you will love all the flavors in this fast salad. I am so excited to be working with the United Soybean Board and Best Food Facts to bring you this great soy based recipe. Over my history…