Deliciously Easy Recipes
Mississippi Mud Ice Cream is a coffee-flavored ice cream loaded with a thick ribbon of fudge, chunks of Oreo cookies, and toasted pecans.
Today we’re whipping up homemade Mississippi Mud Ice Cream, a rich chocolate ice cream treat inspired by the famous Mississippi River’s muddy waters.
Ever dreamt of creamy chocolate and coffee-flavored ice cream loaded with crunchy Oreo cookies and fudgy bits? If yes, you’re in for a sweet treat!
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Create a homey environment that is stylish for your college student with these Back to Class College Essentials for decor, bed, bath & kitchen this fall.
During this time of year, we start thinking about and preparing for heading back to campus. Last semester my son lived in his first apartment off-campus until the campus closed in March.
But now that school is reopening and he will be heading back to his place we had some things to pick up to make his stay down there more comfortable.
You’ll love this Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake layered with fresh strawberries and creamy frosting, topped with rich chocolate ganache.
I’ve got a cake for you that combines the rich, indulgent taste of chocolate with the fresh, tangy sweetness of strawberries. My Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake does just that, creating a yummy dessert that’s perfect for celebrating love, whether it’s for Valentine’s Day, a special occasion, or simply to treat yourself.
This cake brings you moist chocolate layers filled with a scrumptious strawberry filling, all encased in luscious strawberry frosting and crowned with a silky chocolate ganache. It’s like enjoying chocolate-covered strawberries but in the form of a cake!
View postThis Garlic Sausage & Asparagus is made in easy grilled foil packs to make dinner simple & DELICIOUS all summer long. Perfect for camping or busy nights.
The weather is heating up & we are spending more & more time in our backyard than in the house. This time of year is great because the grill is going nearly everyday & it makes the evenings so enjoyable.
I made you all a promise a little while ago that I would be simplifying all my recipes to bring you the very best in quick & easy all summer long. I have already shared some dessert & beverage recipes that fit that description. But today I’m sharing one of many grilling recipes that I know you will love.
If you love this – be sure to try our Oven-Roasted Asparagus!
Blueberry Cobbler Bars are a simple and easy summer treat with a rich buttery texture & pop of blueberry in every bite. Perfect for all those summer berries.
I think I’m in blueberry overload. The family can’t seem to get enough recipes with blueberries. 🙂 A long while back I shared these AWESOME Blueberry Cobbler Bars over with Cheryl at Tidy Mom.
I had the pleasure of not only meeting Cheryl at SNAP! Conference a good 7+ years ago and was fortunate to get in some quality one on one time with her too. Let me tell you, she is INCREDIBLE! I loved every moment with her & the more we get to know each other the more I realize how much I love her.
View postCaramel Sugar Cone Frozen Yogurt is a simple no-churn frozen yogurt recipe loaded with crushed sugar cones and swirled with caramel. Perfect for the ultimate caramel lover.
Do I have a treat for you today!!!! I came up with this recipe for Caramel Sugar Cone Frozen Yogurt & I think it’s my favorite frozen yogurt recipe to date.
So since it’s summer & I’m already in the frozen treat mindset- I just had to get a little decadent & make some really amazing frozen yogurt.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Wonton Cups are a quick & easy snack loaded with rotisserie chicken, cheese, ranch seasoning & bacon in a crispy baked wonton. So good!
Do you love snack foods? You know the kind that keeps you coming back for more. Our family can’t seem to get enough.
If you have been around here for a bit, then you probably know that I really love appetizers and snacks. I especially love snacks that are cheesy, crunchy, and easy to make.
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This Banana Caramel Ice Box Cake is just like grandma used to make. No baking is required for this delicious summer treat. This one is so easy.
With so much happening in the summer months, the last thing I want to do is spend a bunch of time in the kitchen. The weather is so incredibly beautiful here in Northern Idaho this time of year- I want to be out enjoying it.
So because of that one thing I have been wanting to make is an Ice Box Cake. My grandmother used to make them all of the time & I have had it on my to-do list for about a year. I kid you not!!!
View postRefrigerator biscuits, Italian garlic butter & Parmesan cheese make these Garlic Parmesan Pull-Apart Biscuits. A simple side with easy family dinner ideas.
Family time together is so important. With everyone working so much it’s getting harder & harder to get us all together anymore. Trying to get us all around the table for a meal at the same time is proving quite challenging.
The kids & I have resorted to making dinner at lunchtime so that we can have a good meal as a group. Then my poor son is left with a snack most times for dinner because he has to eat on the run at work. It’s so late by the time he gets home that he’s not diving into a decent dinner.
Cinnamon Peach Jam is perfect for all those summer peaches. With just 5 ingredients & no refined sugar, this is so much better than the stuff at the store.
Do you have a bunch of summer peaches just waiting to be made into something yummy? I have just the thing for you! This Cinnamon Peach Jam is perfect.
The best part – no refined sugar added. YAY!! It’s really easy to make too. I may start using this recipe for all my jams.
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Hawaiian Havarti Pork Sliders, an easy family dinner idea that takes just 30 minutes. You can’t go wrong with fun party food like this for dinner. YUM!
We love easy recipes in this house, especially for dinner. Seems like the days just get busier & I’m always looking to get dinner prep wrapped up in 30 minutes or less.
Easy Beef & Mushroom Kabobs that are perfect for a backyard BBQ. Serve them with Beaujolais & it’s the perfect way to entertain. An easy 30-minute dinner!
Do you love kabobs? We sure do! I’m not sure what it is about food on a stick, but it’s always so much more delicious. I really love making kabobs because they are so simple & cook so quickly.
Perfect for a hungry crowd. We love to entertain out in our backyard. With the weather still so nice out, it’s my favorite place to be. Who wouldn’t want to make a bunch of party food like dips, hors ‘d oeuvres & grilled favorites like kabobs to enjoy with good company?
View postThis Mixed Berry Quick Jam is quick & easy. With just 4 simple ingredients and less than 10 minutes you can have this delicious homemade spread.
Do you like to make homemade jam? It’s one of my favorite things to make. There is something so satisfying about taking a handful of berries & a couple of other ingredients & producing something as tasty as jam.
I’m so looking forward to all the berries we are growing right now. We have blueberry, strawberry, blackberry & raspberry all in different stages at the moment. Sadly, I don’t think I will ever really make anything with the strawberry as they ripen only one at a time.
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Cake Batter Gelato is a delightfully creamy frozen treat with that great cake batter flavor your love. Perfect for birthdays, holidays or anytime you need a cool down.
Cake Batter recipes are all the rage – have you noticed? Really, I’m not surprised – making everything taste like cake- what’s not to like?! I’m all over it.
Every single time we go out for a treat I will choose the cake batter flavor if it’s available.
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Peanut Butter Brownie Dip is a delicious dessert made of blended peanut butter & brownie batter dips & mini chocolate chips. It’s heaven in a bowl.
I’m a huge fan of dessert dips. They can be so versatile with both the flavors you make & the things you dip in them.
Sometimes you can dip crackers or cookies, other times fruit. I have made some with pudding mixes, some with my favorite cake mix & some without any mixes at all. They are easily adaptable & spur so much creativity to fit every single flavor craving.
View postCrockpot French Dip Sandwiches are a super easy meal made in the slow cooker. Perfect for lazy summer dinners to keep the house cool.
There’s something truly satisfying about a well-crafted sandwich. Even more so when it’s a classic like the French Dip!
Today, we’ll take this classic up a notch by making it in a crockpot. The slow cooking method is the trick to absolutely ensuring tender beef.
With meat this tender you’ll have the whole dinner party wondering how you did it! Along with that, the flavorful au jus will elevate the sandwich to a meal that you and your family will crave time and time again.
View postAn easy crockpot candy recipe to make a sweet treat packed with chocolate and peanut butter flavors the whole family loves!
Making slow cooker candy is super easy! This recipe makes peanut clusters covered in chocolate and melted peanut butter chips.
View postStrawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt is an easy summer recipe packed full of delicious cheesecake & strawberry flavors. It will be your new favorite dessert.
Years ago when Pinterest first came on the scene and this little space on the internet was just a couple of years old, I found so many great bloggers that became my friends and colleagues.
One day I had been searching for cool, no-bake desserts and I came across a recipe for Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt from Somewhat Simple.
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These juicy homemade Peach Hand Pies with flaky crust and vanilla-cinnamon-coated peaches are perfect for picnics and summer gatherings.
Fantastic sweet treats for summer and peach season, these little pies oozing with juicy peaches coated in sugar and cinnamon come together in less than an hour and do not require any complex baking skills or tools.
View postThese air fryer tater tots are a great side dish for nearly any main — and they make for a perfect party snack, too. Seasoned with parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, they’re a flavorful addition to any plate and perfect for dipping into your favorite sauces.
The great thing about this air fryer tater to recipe is that it’s so incredibly quick and easy. Prep only takes a few minutes, and they cook in 15 minutes or less.
View postCheck out all of the simple and easy 4th of July Meal Ideas that are sure to make celebrating our nation’s birthday stress-free.
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I’m excited to say that the 4th of July is getting close. It is my favorite holiday. So even though life looks a bit different at the moment, I still am making what plans I can to make it the best it can be.
I have enjoyed the slower pace of life during the changes and so I have made a very conscious effort to keep life more low key as best I can.
So when it comes to putting together our meal for the upcoming holiday, I’m keeping it easy by checking out the deals at the deli counter because they always keep things simple for me.
Between the main dishes and sides, it makes for a delicious holiday without a lot of work. Plus Walmart makes it easy to one-stop-shop and pick up the red, white and blue decor to go along with the food too.
Red White & Blueberry Pie Bars are loaded with blueberries, raspberries & white chocolate & the perfect treat for all your patriotic holiday gatherings. You’ll definitely want these at your 4th of July, Memorial Day and Labor Day celebrations.
YAY! I’m so excited! Today I have joined up with 110 bloggers (yes I said 110) to bring you the ULTIMATE RED, WHITE & BLUE Round-Up!!
You know how I just LOVE all things Red, White & Blue, so I was beyond thrilled to get the chance to join in this SUPER FUN event.
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Mini Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are mini versions of your favorite treat. Soft, chewy with a little bit of crunch and mini chocolate chips make these the perfect dessert.
Cookies are loved by everyone in our house. We flip between chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and of course, peanut butter.
I usually stick with my easy 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies. But this time I really wanted to make a mini version packed with mini chocolate chips.
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This Easy BBQ Beef Brisket recipe is so delicious & the perfect grilling recipe to enjoy all summer long. Add to a sandwich or enjoy with grilled corn. YUM!
We love grilling season. As soon as the snow melts the BBQ gets pulled out of the shed & it’s time to make some super delicious food. It’s a good thing too because it seems like summer is just never going to happen here this year.
So we are at least getting our summer flavors with all the recipes we are making on the grill, like this super incredibly delicious Easy BBQ Beef Brisket. So juicy, so tender & everything I want to be eating this time of year.
If you are looking for a smoked version made on the Traeger – try our Smoked Beef Brisket recipe.
Don’t miss: Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri
View postPatriotic M&M’s Cookie Bars are the perfect quick and easy treat to serve at all your Memorial Day, 4th of July or any patriotic holiday celebration.
If you are a regular over here, then you know I have a deep love for all things Patriotic. That means I really love this time of year when I can break out all of the red, white and blue and celebrate.
When the weather starts getting warm one of the first things I do is stock up on patriotic M&M’s. They are my absolute favorite and I love adding them to as many recipes as I can.
Celebrate with these delicious no-bake 4th of July Truffles. Easy to make with chocolate Oreo truffles and red white and blue chocolate!
It is my favorite time of year! I love the summer holidays and how they are all centered around the red, white and blue. I get so excited when Memorial Day rolls around. Before you know it it’s then 4th of July and then Labor Day.
I can keep the red, white and blue recipes going from May until September – which is awesome! One of my favorites to make is this recipe for 4th of July Truffles. It is super easy and fast and people just can’t get enough.
View postThis year celebrate Independence Day with these deliciously adorable 4th of July Cupcakes with homemade candy melt sparklers! They are also great served for Memorial Day, Flag Day, and Labor Day!
4th of July is my absolute favorite time of year. The weather is glorious, the days are LONG and the holiday itself is just so special to me. I look forward to it all year long.
So it is no surprise that I get really excited to make treats all decked out in red, white and blue. Check out these super cute 4th of July Cupcakes! I love them so much and I know you will too.
Try these using our colorful red, white and blue Fourth of July cupcake recipe!
What I love about this recipe is that we are starting with a cake mix. But then we change up the ingredients to make it taste more like a bakery-style cupcake.
It makes the process super easy and then you can get onto the fun part – decorating. But because this is a base vanilla cupcake and a standard buttercream frosting, you can actually change the colors used here to suit any holiday or event.
Check out how you can make these for your 4th of July!
You can store the unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Once they are frosted, I recommend refrigeration because of the butter and dairy in the frosting.
Keep in mind that if you are using sanding sugar or nonpareils for your sprinkles – the colors will bleed when stored in a moist place like the fridge. The jimmies and star sprinkles should hold up fine to refrigeration.
There are a couple of ways to do this. The first being that you can take the butter (& any other ingredients that need to be at room temperature) out, leave it on the counter for about 30 minutes while you prep for baking.
I usually start with all my chilled ingredients and pull everything I need out onto the counter before getting started – so I know for sure I have everything before I’m mid-way through I realize I’m out of something.
But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.
I place the butter in the microwave – wrapped in the paper. (don’t do this if it is wrapped in foil) Then I microwave for 2 seconds – flip – go another 2 seconds – flip again – and continue for 2 seconds on each side.
This is usually enough to get it perfect – sometimes stopping before if it feels soft enough. Take care when doing this method – overly softened butter from the microwave WILL ALTER the end result of the recipe. Don’t over-do it.
My third method is to place the wrapped butter sticks in a zip-top bag and place it in a bowl of warm water. I do this with the eggs too. If the water isn’t too hot it can be THE PERFECT way to get “room-temperature” ingredients.
When your chocolate wafers become chunky rather than creamy, it is said that the chocolate seized. This is typically due to overheating or contact with water or steam.
In the first case, the chocolate is just burning from excess heat, but in the second case, there is a negative reaction between the chocolate (which is waxy and has many oils that are hydrophobic, or “water-fearing”) and the water, causing the components of the chocolate to separate.
Be sure to refer to the package directions when melting chocolate to prevent this from happening.
We like using milk or buttermilk instead of water in the cake mix because it makes the cupcakes taste more homemade. However, I have found though that store-bought buttermilk is sometimes a bit too thick. Check out the method below for how to make your own that is the perfect consistency.
To make your own buttermilk – Add 1 tbsp of white vinegar to a measuring cup and then fill the remaining with milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes.
This is important – just because the package says “sprinkles” doesn’t necessarily mean that it is in-fact sprinkles.
I see a lot of people using colored sanding sugar that is labled as sprinkles.
This will not work as well because when that sugar gets wet – like when mixed into a moist dough or when placed in the refrigerator, it will sweat & the color will bleed out.
This cupcake recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade cupcakes before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this cupcake recipe.
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Peach Bourbon Arnold Palmer, a delightful twist on a classic refreshment. Take an Arnold Palmer & add bourbon & peach liqueur for a perfect summer cocktail.
A classic Arnold Palmer is a cool & refreshing beverage on a hot summer day. It’s simple to make because it’s just equal parts tea & lemonade.
Add a little lemon & it’s oh so good. I have seen this twisted numerous ways, all delicious in their own right. The most common version I have seen is adding a shot of bourbon to it.
View postPatriotic Cookie Dough Brownie Bars are thick and fudgy brownies topped with edible cookie dough & patriotic M&M’s for a super delicious holiday treat.
I sure love a good brownie. I can’t get enough, so thick and fudgy. But then adding edible cookie dough to the top makes my heart go pitter-patter.
But then we start talking about patriotic M&M’s and I go crazy. This time of year is my favorite and I can’t get enough of all that red, white and blue.
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Italian Pasta Salad is an easy side dish that includes grilled & ready chicken, tomatoes, olives, and Italian dressing. Simple to make in under 20 minutes.
Do you love cold pasta salad? Our family does! When I was a kid I would spend a good portion of my summers off from school at my aunt’s house.
I would spend the whole day swimming or playing tennis with my cousins. It was so much fun. Then in the evening before my dad would come to pick me up for the night my aunt would call us in to grab a plate & have a little dinner.
This time of year Red, White & Blue is the name of the game, which is why this fun Red, White & Blue Fudge is a great treat to bring to your holiday gatherings. Just a few simple ingredients & you can wow your crowd.
I so love 4th of July. From Memorial Day through the 4th of July is my FAVORITE time because I get to focus on the Red, White & Blue! I didn’t get a chance to decorate or really celebrate last year.
We were packing to move into our new home all last June so I have been in patriotic withdraw since then. So I was super excited to be able to participate in this year’s Ultimate Red, White & Blue Blog Hop Round Up!
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There’s no better way to embody the joy and spirit of summer than with Bomb Pop Jello Shots. A twist on the nostalgic Bomb Pop Popsicle, these vibrant, multi-layered delights offer a playful blend of sweet and tart flavors.
Perfect for Fourth of July parties, family reunions, or any summer celebrations, they are sure to be a big hit!
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