30 Minutes or Less

Baked homemade chicken nuggets come out of my arsenal any time I have a picky eater to feed. Buttery, crunchy, golden–and still neutral enough in flavor that kids will gobble …

Freeze fresh peaches and enjoy them long after the summer has passed. Use them to make jam, cobblers, or just for snacking on when the winter months make you miss …

Creamy fettuccine alfredo will blow your jarred sauce out of the water. With just 4 ingredients, this rich, amazingly easy comfort food classic will be a true favorite! The night …

Fried mozzarella cheese sticks are all the cozy comfort you dream up wrapped up in the perfect crispy crust. Perfect for freezing until you’re ready to fry–get all the easy …

Olive oil and garlic homemade croutons are delicate and delicious–no need to break your teeth on store bought bricks. Season these classics with any flavors you enjoy and make your …

Get ready to glue your tongue to the roof of your mouth and feel totally happy about it with a sweet treat that feels indulgent in no bake chocolate almond …

When are nachos automatically perfect for every meal? When they are chicken nachos piled high with cheese and the perfect blend of Mexican spices. Make a big batch and share …

Learn how to fry cabbage that’s tender and perfectly seasoned. Add your favorite additions (like onion and a pinch of sugar) if you like it that way and whip up …

Learn how to make self rising cornmeal (also called cornmeal mix) for the best homemade cornbread you’ve ever eaten even if you can’t buy it in a store where you …

Self rising flour is a blend of leavening agents, all purpose flour and salt and is easy to make yourself–no need to keep both kinds of flour at home! Learn …

Crispy and golden, homemade hash browns are the best of shredded potatoes fried in your favorite nourishing fat, salted just right and served up piping hot for breakfast or (my …

Regular iceberg lettuce salads get boring fast and this charred caesar salad brings bold flavor with an easy dressing and a bit of smokiness from a flash under the broiler. …

Boiled chicken breasts are easy to make and have on hand for one of the hundreds of recipes that require it. From casseroles to enchiladas and chicken salad, learn how …

Pizza baked chicken breasts might be the easiest dinner you’ll make this week. Juicy chicken, tangy tomato sauce, gooey cheese and your favorite toppings make this one baked chicken recipe …

Cajun chicken tenders bring a little spice to a family favorite dinner that nothing from a box can ever rival. Learn all the tips and tricks to fry like a …

Classic Waldorf salad is a staple on American dinner tables. Named for the creation by Oscar Tschirky at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in 1896, this blend of apples, celery, mayonnaise …

Wholesome ingredients make a white bean chicken chili that’s filling (but not heavy) and comforting. Sweet corn kernels, tender chicken, creamy white beans and the spice of green chiles will …

There are countless recipes that call for shredded chicken and they assume you know how to pull that off. If you’re stumped, get all the easy steps to make flavorful, …

Sautéed brussel sprouts are bursting with browned buttery flavor (if you’ve never had browned butter get a spoon!) and are a far cry from the boiled bland ones of the …

Craving gluten free mac and cheese? There’s no reason to miss out on the just because you’re skipping gluten. I’ve been making this variation of my most popular baked mac …

One pan blackened mahi mahi is a great way to take dinner from boring to healthy and filling. With less than 10 carbs per serving, the delicate flavor of this …

The benefits of peppermint have been known for centuries and it’s not out of style now. Feeling a little nauseated? Need an afternoon pick me up? Skip the caffeine and …

Fried okra is a southern specialty and something you either love, or hate. Crispy fried with a bit of cornmeal and flour and just the right amount of seasoning, this …

The tang of blue cheese balances perfectly with the freshness of fall’s sweetest fruit in this pear salad with gorgonzola and walnuts. It may seem humble, but this salad is …