Easy apple pie takes all that you love about cinnamon, apples and a flaky pie crust and makes it so easy a toddler–well–a preteen could do it. And since you’re …

Taking some store shortcuts, this strawberry lemonade cake is a special spring treat. You can chill yours so the filling doesn’t run all over tarnation, but who cares if it …

Chicken pasta casserole is a heavy hitter thanks to its make-aheadness and the fact that this recipe is enough for you to make one and freeze one. You can even …

Oh the woes of finding side dishes. “What goes with that?” You ask yourself that far too much. So dive in to this easy vegetable fried rice. Simple flavors that …

For a shortcut dinner or a lunch idea you can make ahead and your kids might actually eat (it’s a miracle) make a big batch of these quick and easy …

Are your holiday meals stuck in a rut? For us the rut is ham and turkey. And then more ham and turkey. From November to January I probably eat the …

Arguably one of the easiest, most flavorful cakes you’ll ever put in your mouth. It pleases everyone and is easy to make ahead and be ready for a big event. …

Making candy and anything that requires boiling to a set temperature is never my thing. But these classic no bake cookies are easy, easy, easy and don’t require any of …

The perfect pizza crust is as easy as some flour, yeast, water, salt, and oil. Afraid of giving it a try? Don’t be! Follow my easy steps for pizza success …

Easy make-ahead wholesome southwest breakfast sandwiches are low on calories and high in protein. Make several and have them ready for the whole week. 

Make ahead dinners are more than freezer food and slow cooker soups. This homestyle meatloaf with brown sugar glaze can be tossed together the night before and baked after you …

Save money and make a hearty, wholesome breakfast for the whole week with these chewy granola bars. Make one recipe or divide the basic mixture and create amazing variations. 

This, is a sad story. Last week when I made this cherry cheesecake dip, I prepped for the perfect picture. I work hard to stage the images I post so …

Fast dinners can get pretty boring–but you can jazz things up with plenty of fresh garlic, herbs and lemon in this baked shrimp scampi pasta. It’s an indulgence for sure, …

Give your favorite homemade brownie recipe a boost with a little coffee–making the flavor richer, deeper and even more chocolatey than ever before.

Lighter-calorie desserts can leave you feeling deprived, but these skinny lemon bars aren’t what you might think. Enjoy the chilled, light texture and bright lemon flavor in a special treat …

Raise your hand if those boxed pasta dishes are BORING. Looking for something different? This vermicelli pasta salad offers a tangy crowd-pleasing something different that disappears no matter who you …

Need a 10-minute, cheap (ahem–affordable) dinner idea? Light sloppy joes are the right way to make dinner fast and feed a crowd for pennies.

Tired of the same-old boxed yellow cake pretending to be a blueberry muffin mix? Make it real, make it right with this homemade wild blueberry muffin version you’re sure to …

Sometimes a special breakfast in bed or comfort after a hard night before feels a little better when it’s sweet carrot cake pancakes. Drawing from it’s inspiration in one of …

Homemade yeast rolls feel like the unachievable holy grail for a lot of home cooks–something only professional bakers and the frozen food section of the grocery store can share. But I have …

Bacon and cheese quiche is a simple mix-and-bake dinner option. It freezes and reheats great, too! A great option for breakfast for dinner weeknights or early mornings. 

Slow cooker chicken noodle soup is just one of those recipes you need in your back pocket for busy nights. This version is hearty and can be made stovetop in …

Easy enough to make on a weeknight and just right for bringing the kids in to cook with you, this oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe is just the kind of …