
Creamy Lemon Chicken Gnocchi
This Creamy Lemon Chicken Gnocchi is an easy and delicious weeknight meal. The chicken is seasoned and coated in flour, then pan fried to achieve a beautiful golden crust. The gnocchi gets extra flavor from cooking in a creamy, lemony broth. The chicken is added to the creamy sauce before serving along with parmesan cheese…

One Pan Spanish Chicken and Rice
This One Pan Spanish Chicken and Rice is super easy to make. A simple homemade blend of spices comes together to give the chicken and rice zesty, bold flavors in roughly 30 minutes. This flavorful chicken is the perfect weeknight meal staple that requires very little work, but is truly delicious! I’m always looking for…

Easy Peruvian Chicken
This easy Peruvian Chicken is the perfect, easy weeknight meal that is full of flavor. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a chili garlic soy sauce, then roasted with extra sauce. The potatoes are roasted in the same sauce until tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. The chicken and potatoes are served…

Beer Pizza Dough
This beer pizza dough recipe does not require any yeast, and can be made in 20 minutes. The secret ingredient in this pizza dough is beer, which helps the dough rise and imparts the flavor of a long rise pizza dough with only a fraction of the time. Don’t worry, the alcohol cooks off while…

Upside Down Puff Pastry Tacos
These Upside Down Puff Pastry Tacos are a fun twist on taco night. Flaky, crispy puff pastry is stuffed with saucy taco seasoned meat and Mexican cheese. The stuffed puff pastry shell is baked upside down, so the taco meat is directly on the sheet pan. This allows for the meat to caramelize, which creates…

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake
This Homemade Strawberry Shortcake is way better than storebought. Tender, buttery biscuits are topped with a homemade whipped cream and juicy strawberry filling. This dessert can be made in under 30 minutes and is the perfect use for your ripe strawberries. What’s better than fresh strawberries, whipped cream and a delicious tender, buttery biscuit? These…

Flatbread Pizza
This homemade Flatbread Pizza is a delicious, easy weeknight meal that can be made in under an hour from start to finish. The flatbread is soft and chewy and can be fully customized with your favorite toppings. The summer season is right around the corner, which means I’m dreaming of juicy, ripe summer tomatoes, and…

Homemade Fluffy Pancakes
These Fluffy Pancakes are crisp around the edges and have a delicious fluffy interior. They are simple and take only 10 minutes to mix together, using pantry staple ingredients. These freeze well, so you can make them for the week ahead and enjoy throughout the week.

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
These bakery style Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are crisp around the edges and soft and chewy in the center. They are made with brown butter which gives them a richer flavor, then topped with a vanilla icing for the finishing touch. These take only 10 minutes to bake in the oven and a few minutes to…

Berry Pancakes
There is nothing that beats a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes. These Berry Pancakes are thick, fluffy and are bursting with fresh blueberries, strawberries and raspberries. Serve these pancakes with a delicious, homemade berry syrup that takes less than 10 minutes to make. The details make the berry syrup If you choose to, I recommend…

Banana Pudding Cookies
These Banana Pudding Cookies are crispy on the edges, yet soft in the center. Made with mashed banana, vanilla pudding and Nilla Wafers, these cookies taste just like banana pudding, but in cookie form. They take only 12 minutes to bake and minutes to mix together. Okay, cookies are my weakness, and if you add…

Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
These Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Taquitos make for a great appetizer, or can even be enjoyed as a dinner. Cheesy buffalo chicken is stuffed inside corn tortillas then baked until golden and crispy. The details cooking the buffalo chicken If you know me, you know I like my food with FLAVOR. These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos…

The Best Moist Chocolate Cake
This chocolate cake recipe has a soft, moist, fudgy crumb that stays moist for days. This recipe uses no fancy equipment, just a whisk. Pair this with velvety smooth, fudgy chocolate buttercream, for the most delicious treat. The details preheat the oven This is typically the first step in a baking recipe, and this chocolate…

Chicken Alfredo
This Chicken Alfredo comes together in minutes and is a crowd pleaser. Tender noodles are tossed in a lusciously, creamy sauce, then served with pan-fried golden brown, moist pieces of chicken. This sauce has a blend of seasoning that makes it stand out compared to others. It’s truly delicious and perfect for a weeknight meal….

Crispy Chicken Tacos
These Crispy Chicken Tacos are cheesy, crispy and easy to make. Chicken is seasoned, then baked until tender and moist. The chicken is shredded then stuffed inside fresh tortillas with lots of cheese and baked until golden and crisp. Serve these with homemade Cilantro Lime Crema for the perfect finishing touch. The details making the…

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
These Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are moist, loaded with gooey chocolate chips, fresh bananas and all the delicious flavors of banana bread. These muffins bake up tall and fluffy and can be made in minutes without a mixer. These freeze well for up to 3 months. The details preheating your oven The first step in…

Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala is rich, creamy, a hint spicy and can be made in 30 minutes. This Indian-inspired meal is so easy to make at home and is packed with flavor. Tender, spiced chicken is cooked in a delicious sauce, then served over rice with fresh naan. This is a cozy meal, you’ll want to…

Lasagna Soup
Lasagna Soup is the perfect cozy meal. It’s loaded with all the things you love about lasagna, but it’s way easier to make. Imagine a delicious rich tomato broth with tender lasagna noodles, garlic, onion, a delicious mixture of herbs and spices and tender beef. The soup is finished with a delicious, creamy, cheesy topping…

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
This simple Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta can be made in one pot in roughly 30 minutes. Juicy, tender chicken is flavored with a blend of spices and herbs, pan fried then tossed together with a rich, creamy sauce, pasta, freshly grated parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. If, by chance you have some leftover, this…

Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups
These Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups are an easy appetizer and are melt in your mouth delicious. Flaky phyllo dough is placed in a muffin tin. A creamy, cheesy, spicy sausage mixture fills the phyllo dough cups. The phyllo dough is baked until golden and crispy. Each bite is a hint spicy, cheesy, and perfectly crunchy….

Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Orzo
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Orzo is packed with flavor and can be ready in 30 minutes or less. The crunchy, cheesy crusted chicken pairs perfectly with the buttery, caramelized lemon orzo. This meal is perfect to add to your family weeknight rotation. Weeknight meals can be intimidating. When I was working full time I…

Homemade Baked Mac and Cheese
This Homemade Baked Mac and Cheese will quickly become a favorite in your household. Tender elbow macaroni noodles are tossed in a creamy cheese sauce. The secret ingredient in the sauce is the hint of paprika and nutmeg, which adds color and brings out the delicious flavors in the cheese sauce. Make this mac and…

Pulled Pork Taco Cups
These Pulled Pork (or chicken) Taco Cups are a fun, easy meal. Buttery, flaky biscuits are baked with cheese and pulled pork until golden brown. The pulled pork is cooked in a flavorful, homemade sauce in the slow cooker or instant pot. The taco cups are topped with a sweet and tangy apple slaw and…

Garlic Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
These Garlic Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes are an irresistible meal. The steak is tender, juicy and bursting with delicious flavors from the garlic butter sauce. The Crispy Potatoes are fluffy on the inside and golden crisp on the outside. The potatoes are tossed in a garlic butter sauce that makes them so delicious. There’s…

Pumpkin Caramel Cake
This Pumpkin Caramel Cake can be mixed together in minutes in one bowl. The cake is soft, has a delicious blend of spices and is filled with pockets of homemade caramel. The finishing touch to this cake is a velvety smooth vanilla frosting. Technically this Pumpkin Caramel Cake is called a Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake,…

Apple Cobbler
This Apple Cobbler is the perfect fall dessert. Warm apple filling is topped with a delicious buttery crust and homemade caramel. Top it off with a scoop of ice cream. This dessert is easy and there is little prep time involved. The hardest part is waiting for it to finish baking. Here’s what you need…

Pulled Chicken Tacos
These Pulled Chicken Tacos are seasoned with a delicious blend of spices, then cooked on the stove top in under 20 minutes. The tender chicken is pulled apart then added to a mixture of peppers, onions and crushed tomatoes. A handful of Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese plus the mixture is stuffed inside sauce…

Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
These Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins are made with an easy, one bowl muffin batter, and plenty of fresh, ripe apples. The muffin batter is scooped into muffin liners, then a layer of cinnamon sugar is sprinkled on the batter, Additional batter is scooped on top, along with a buttery cinnamon streusel. These muffins are moist,…

Homemade Hamburger Helper
This Homemade Hamburger Helper is made in one pot in under 30 minutes. Ground beef is combined with tender carrots and onions, macaroni and a delicious cheesy sauce. This meal is a great easy, cozy meal your whole family will love. I grew up on Hamburger Helper. We ate it at least twice a week…

Beef Stew Hand Pies
These Beef Stew Hand Pies are filled with all of the cozy flavors of beef stew, then tucked inside flaky, buttery puff pastry. This filling is hearty, extra saucy and packed with soft, tender vegetables, beef and fresh herbs. One of my favorite meals during the colder months is a cozy beef stew recipe. These…

Apple Puff Pastry Buns
Apple Puff Pastry Buns – Flaky, buttery puff pastry dough is wrapped around an apple that is sprinkled in cinnamon sugar. The buns are baked until golden and crisp and the apple is tender on the inside. Dessert doesn’t get much easier than this. Simple desserts are a necessity in my household. While I enjoy…

Easy Baked Ziti
This Eeasy Baked Ziti is the perfect cozy, easy dinner. It’s filled with three different types of cheese, and layers of pasta tossed in a rich tomato meat sauce. The pasta is baked until the cheese is golden and bubbling. This pasta freezes well and is great for feeding a crowd. Growing up, I ate…

S’mores Cookie Skillet
This S’mores Cookie Skillet is loaded with gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate chips, and Oreo’s. The best part about this dessert, is everything is mixed in the skillet you cook the cookie in, making clean up a breeze. Serve with ice cream on top for the ultimate dessert. I don’t know about you but I could…

Fresh Marinara Sauce
This Fresh Marinara Sauce is made using garden fresh tomatoes, fresh herbs, roasted garlic and roasted onion. The sauce is versatile and can be used on pasta, pizza and in soups. It’s very easy to make and you can’t beat the flavor of all the fresh ingredients. Here’s what you need to know… For this…

Pumpkin Bread
This homemade Pumpkin Bread can be made in one bowl and is loaded with pumpkin, warm fall spices, is moist and easy to make. It has a delicious cinnamon swirl in the center of the bread that makes this pumpkin bread stand out in looks and taste. Every fall I get out my recipe for…

Buffalo Salmon Bites
These Buffalo Salmon Bites are crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside. Coated in a delicious buffalo sauce and served with a homemade creamy ranch, these salmon bites make a great lunch or dinner. Made in the air fryer or the oven, these salmon bites take roughly 10 minutes to cook…

Taco Cups
Taco Cups are a fun twist on tacos. Small tortillas or flaky puff pasty is baked with a layer of cheese until golden and crisp. Ground hamburger is cooked in a delicious homemade taco sauce, then filled inside crunchy, cheesy, taco cups. Add all of your favorite taco toppings, and you’ve got yourself a delicious…

Tomato Peach Salad with Honey Whipped Feta
This Tomato Peach Salad with Honey Whipped Feta is bursting with summer flavors. Ripe peaches and tomatoes are served on top of a creamy sweet and tangy feta cheese. A honey herb vinaigrette is drizzled on top. Eat this as is, serve with toast, or add chicken on top of the whipped feta cheese. The…

Grilled Bruschetta Chicken
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken – This chicken is simple, flavorful and can be made in under 30 minutes. Chicken is marinaded in a blend of spices, garlic and lemon juice, then grilled to achieve juicy, flavorful chicken. The bruschetta topping is made with fresh tomatoes, basil and garlic and a delicious dressing that pairs perfectly with…

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken and Potatoes
A fresh Lemon Herb sauce is smothered over chicken and potatoes, creating an irresistible blend of fresh flavors. This meal is simple and quick, and perfect for summer nights, because there is no oven required. The Lemon Herb Sauce is brushed over the chicken and tossed with the potatoes, prior to grilling to add flavor….

Spaghetti and Mini Meatballs
Spaghetti and Mini Meatballs – This classic, comforting dish is the ultimate family dinner any night of the week. This dish gets a fun spin with the use of mini meatballs, and uses a fresh, homemade cherry tomato sauce that adds so much flavor to the dish. The mini meatballs are moist, tender and full…

Triple Berry Crumble Bars
Triple Berry Crumble Bars. If you’re looking for the dessert of the summer, it’s these. This simple recipes uses a buttery brown sugar crust which doubles as the crumb mixture. Fresh berries are tossed with freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest and sugar. Once baked, the berry filling gets jammy and delicious. Every bite is…

Layered Jello Fruit Cake
This Jello Fruit Cake is easy, refreshing, absolutely delicious, and has that “wow” factor. This cake is layered with fresh, seasonal fruit and has a lightly sweetened homemade apple jello that holds everything together. The vibrant colors make this cake stand out. This cake is great for summer cookouts, potlucks, get togethers, a tasty afternoon…

One Bowl Fudgy Chocolate Cake
This One Bowl Fudgy Chocolate Cake is foolproof. Simply add ingredients into the bowl, and mix. The cake is topped with a decadent, silky chocolate buttercream frosting and velvety smooth chocolate ganache. If you like chocolate, this cake is for you! Growing up, my mom always requested a chocolate cake for her birthday. I, on…

Honey Lime Avocado Corn Salad
This Honey Lime Avocado Corn Salad is the perfect fresh, delicious summer salad. It’s loaded with fresh grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, zesty purple onion, fresh cilantro and tangy feta cheese. The dressing on this salad has a hint of sweetness which balances out the fresh lime juice perfectly. It’s great for your summer…

1-Hour Soft Cinnamon Rolls
If you haven’t made homemade cinnamon rolls, this easy recipe only takes 1 hour from start to finish, and is almost fool proof. Soft, pillowy dough is layered with a delicious buttery cinnamon sugar layer that creates a delicious gooey cinnamon sugar bottom on the rolls after baking. Homemade cream cheese icing adds the perfect…

Sticky Sheet Pan Chicken and Broccoli
This meal is a game changer. It requires very little prep work and is super easy to make. Sticky Sheet Pan Chicken and Broccoli can be made in roughly 20 minutes and it’s packed with flavor. The chicken is baked until crispy and the broccoli is roasted until tender. The sauce makes this meal so…