Classic chicken pot pie with flaky phyllo crust and rich creamy filling. Ultimate comfort food in one dish.
Casseroles and pot pies always have a special place in my cookbook and heart – they just feel like homemade food your grandma will make for you when you visit, don’t they?
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Banana and Pumpkin Muffins
Soft and moist banana pumpkin muffins with sweet ripe bananas, creamy pumpkin puree, and subtle flavor and aroma of vanilla with crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping.
These easy pumpkin banana muffins combine two recipes in one – super simple banana bread and moist pumpkin muffins.
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Slow Cooker Pepper Steak
This slow cooker pepper steak is my secret recipe to make a delicious dinner for the whole family during the week. Saucy, tender sirloin steak with colorful bell peppers and thick, rich sauce. Oh, so good!
This dish is inspired by the popular Chinese pepper steak, which you’d normally make in a hot stir fry, but here, the slow cooker does all the work for you!
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Apple Cobbler Cake
5-ingredient easy apple cobbler recipe with yellow cake mix and apple pie filling. Makes a perfect quick fall cake for a big family. We love dump cake recipes like this.
I’ll take a good old cake mix apple cobbler any time of the year, not just in the Fall season. So this version of the homemade recipe makes sure we can enjoy the flavors even when we don’t have fresh apples (or much time) on our hands.
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Carrots and Cauliflower Soup
Simple and creamy cauliflower carrot soup with aromatic herbs you can make on a whim for a weeknight dinner in 45 minutes.
Soup season is officially on and if you’re looking for more (new) soup recipes, that are both tasty, easy, and affordable to make on a cold night – this carrots and cauliflower soup may be just what you’re looking for.
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Pumpkin Donuts
It’s pumpkin season so I hope you are ready for a whole lot of pumpkin recipes! These delicious sweet pumpkin donuts with creamy pumpkin puree and warm spices are shaped like cute little pumpkins and are perfect for the fall season and Halloween or Thanksgiving table.
My pumpkin pie spice donuts are both fried and baked and they are not your regular donuts – they are the cutest pumpkin-shaped donuts covered in cinnamon sugar mix.
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Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
2 hot cups of delicious Pumpkin spice chai latte packed with simple ingredients like creamy pumpkin puree and fall-infused pumpkin spice ready in less than 15 minutes. Regular and vegan options.
A perfect fall drink if you are a coffee lover but trying to consume less caffeine. The recipe literally includes 2 steps and only 6 to 8 ingredients, depending on what toppings you decide to go with.
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Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken Dumplings
Tender moist chicken in a thick savory broth with perfect fluffy dumplings for a cozy dinner that comes together in no time.
These homemade Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings are the ultimate comfort dinner just like Cracker Barrel serves them but in the comfort of your own kitchen.
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White Forest Cake
Easy 45-minute layer cake with spongey vanilla cake layer, juicy sweet and tart cherries, and luscious cream – an indulgent dessert for birthdays and summer celebrations.
A perfect white cake, pure and light, beautiful and super yummy. It has a slight bridal vibe and will be great for Mother’s Day or a birthday celebration.
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10 Halloween Party Appetizers & Snacks
Halloween parties are all about FUN! Anything that’s snackable, spooky, and cute goes. The beauty of making appetizers for Halloween or Dia De Los Muertos is that in many cases, you can turn your favorite recipe into a holiday one with just a few tricks.
I’ve got here 10 super simple recipes to make Halloween appetizers and snacks, from healthy options to holiday spins on classics like Halloween hot dogs or special Deviled Eggs.
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17 Fall Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you ask me, fall baking starts with chocolate chip cookies—just with a few upgrades. This list brings in pumpkin, brown butter, molasses, pretzels, and even potato chips for that sweet-salty kick.
You’ll find bakery-style options, quick shortcuts, freezer-friendly batches, and cozy flavors that work for everything from lunchbox treats to holiday cookie trays.
Oh, and most of the recipes only take 30 minutes from start to finish!
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Caramel Pecan Pie
This amazing caramel pecan pie is rich and buttery with a sweet caramel filling and crunchy pecans. It’s a perfect dessert for any gathering or holiday.
I love the pie season. The best part about being an adult is that nobody can tell me how many slices of a pie and how many dollops of whipped cream I can have.
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Pumpkin Risotto
This delicious side dish combines sweet pumpkin puree with creamy risotto and Parmesan cheese. It is a restaurant-style comfort food you can whip up in about 35 minutes.
There is probably no better way to celebrate pumpkin season than to go through all the pumpkin recipes you’ve been bookmarking. This pumpkin risotto is definitely a great option for weekends and Thanksgiving.
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Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream
Easy 5-ingredient homemade pumpkin pie ice cream you can make without an ice cream maker with some condensed milk, pumpkin, and pumpkin spice flavors. All the favorite flavors are frozen to indulge in later.
5 ingredients, 6 steps and you have a whole container of creamy pumpkin ice cream that tastes like pumpkin pie and Biscoff at the same time. I can’t imagine a better ice cream for the Fall season, to be honest.
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Purple People Eater Drink
This bright and yummy Purple People Eater Cocktail is perfect for Halloween! Made with vodka, grenadine, Blue Curacao, cranberry juice, and sweet & sour, it is an adult-only treat this spooky Halloween season.
A perfect drink for an adult-only Halloween party that only takes 5 minutes to mix up. A refreshing blend of sweet, sour, and tart flavors in one sip with a distinctive purple hue.
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Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo – from Olive Garden
Seasoned chicken nestled on top of fettuccine noodles tossed with a luscious alfredo sauce. Serve This Chicken Fettuffine Alfredo from Olive Garden with a breadstick and you will have a restaurant-quality family favorite dinner right at home.
If you love Olive Garden and white Alfredo sauce, this Copycat recipe is just a perfect time- and money-saver for you. I know you’ll love a big pot of creamy fettuccine.
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32 Pumpkin Desserts Perfect For Fall
Are you as excited as I am about all this fall baking frenzy?! Pumpkin is a staple in fall, and you have fresh pumpkin, made pumpkin puree, or bought a can – I have more than 30 delicious desserts for you to try.
In this roundup of my best recipes, you will find everything sweet with pumpkin – from cookies and homemade pumpkin butter that will last you the whole season to my family pumpkin pie recipe and delicious no-bake cheesecake bars.
I’ve included a gluten-free version of the pumpkin pie so everyone can enjoy the holidays!
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20 Back To School Dinners Under 30 Minutes
School nights call for dinners that are fast, filling, and kid-approved. We’ve got homework at the table, after-school activities, or just need something that doesn’t take all evening.
I have a whole section of quick recipes, and these back-to-school recipes hit the sweet spot: on the table in under 30 minutes without a sink full of dishes.
You will find pasta recipes, meals with ground beef and chicken, noodles or rice, casseroles, and one-pot dinners – all taste great, not boring, and will be perfect for busy moms! No shame in making these meals on a lazy day, as well!
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Autumn Pasta Salad
This 30-minute filling autumn pasta salad is packed with roasted butternut squash, and tart cranberries, and paired with tangy maple Dijon dressing. It’s perfect for Fall holidays or a simple weeknight dinner.
This Autumn pasta salad is one of my favorite fall salad recipes as it has all of the best seasonal flavors: fragrant pecans, buttery squash, cranberries, and a very light homemade dressing, which, by the way, you can make more and store for later.
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Cookie Monster Ice Cream
Vibrant blue ice cream made with chocolate Oreos, crunchy chocolate chip cookies, and elegant vanilla flavoring. Cookie Monster approved!
Don’t tell me Cookie Monster wasn’t your favorite character in Sesame Street! We are all a little bit Cookie Monster when we see homemade cookies and ice cream, myself included…
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Chicken and Tortellini (Slow Cooker or Stovetop)
Made in the slow cooker or stove top, this hearty dish combines tender chicken with cheese-filled tortellini in a creamy sauce, perfect for a comforting meal. It’s an easy and flavorful option for any weeknight dinner.
A 30-minute one-pan weeknight dinner when you want something simple, elegant, and rich.
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Chicken Macaroni Pasta Salad
If you’re on the lookout for a dish that’s casual, comforting, and just plain tasty, this Chicken Macaroni Pasta Salad might be your new go-to. It’s packed with tender chicken, soft pasta, and a creamy dressing that somehow keeps things light and refreshing.
Plus, it’s one of those recipes that works for pretty much any occasion—picnics, potlucks, or just a weekday meal where you want something quick and satisfying. Trust me, once you give it a try, it’ll be a repeat player on your menu.
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Convection Oven Chicken Wings
Convection Oven Chicken Wings are perfect for game day or a quick dinner, these wings come out juicy on the inside and perfectly crisp on the outside, without the need for deep frying.
These convection oven chicken wings are a game-changer! With a perfectly crispy skin and a juicy, flavorful inside, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
The secret to their deliciousness lies in the simple seasoning blend and the magic of the convection oven, which ensures even cooking and a super yummy crunch.
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Chocolate Pudding Chocolate Cake
Ultimate dessert for any chocolate lover: chocolate pudding mix, rich chocolate cake, topped with chocolate glaze. A wonderful recipe for a birthday party.
An old-fashioned combination of the perfect cake made with pudding with so many ways to use pudding and the cake base: from instant pudding to poke cake.
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Ground Beef and Noodles
This affordable main dish combines seasoned ground beef with tender egg noodles in a rich and creamy sauce without using canned soups. It’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Beef noodles are one of the staple dishes in international cuisines. Thai, Chinese ( famous ground beef Mongolian noodles), Korean, Chinese, and here I am with my simple homecooked American-ish, and absolutely delicious, take on the classic.
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Peach Crisp
This homemade peach crisp loaded with juicy peaches and baked with sweet crumble topping is the ultimate end-of-summer dessert for peach lovers.
Since we moved to Idaho we can fully enjoy the peach season. Those juicy summer peaches you bite and they just burst with sweet liquid, ah!
My favorite peach dessert is easily peach crisp.
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Loco Moco
Thick perfectly cooked hamburger patties smothered with rich mushroom gravy, served with rice and eggs are the classic Hawaiian comfort food that will fill you up.
Loco Moco is an insanely good and simple dish for the times when you’re super hungry, it is a little bit of everything on the plate. But all ingredients are simple, affordable, and taste like home.
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Beef Roast Sliders
Juicy shredded beef roast smothered in gooey cheese and tangy sauce in between soft fluffy buns – these beef roast sliders are perfect for weeknight dinner or game day sides.
These Beef Roast Sliders are perfect for gatherings, offering a tender and flavorful beef roast topped with melty cheese on soft slider buns.
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40 Fall Apple Recipes (Desserts, Sauces, Breakfast)
Discover 40 delicious fall apple recipes perfect for cozy days—from pies and crisps to savory dishes and seasonal drinks. The best apple recipes for autumn!
Fresh apples are a starting point in so many desserts and incredible fall recipes! I have dozens on my website, and here I’ve gathered my favorite sweets, kitchen staples, homemade apple cider, and holiday recipes that use fresh apples or homemade apple pie filling.
Lots of warm spices, berries, and buttery frostings that pair well with crisp, juicy apples in every recipe you’ll find in this roundup.
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No Bake Oreo Cheesecake
Indulge in this creamy and decadent No Bake Oreo Cheesecake that requires no oven time! It’s a delightful treat for any occasion with a buttery Oreo crust and a luscious cream cheese filling loaded with crushed Oreos.
If you like Oreos, McFlury, and cheesecake, this is a recipe for you. Cream and cookies – classic combo for the easiest and tastiest dessert and this time, you won’t even need an oven.
I promise once you try this cake you will immediately start looking for an occasion to make it again.
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Hawaiian Baked Beans
These flavorful Hawaiian Baked Beans are easy to make and a fantastic side dish for any potluck, BBQ, or weeknight dinner.
Hawaiian Baked Beans are a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. Imagine tender beans mixed with crispy bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and sweet crushed pineapple, all baked to perfection.
This dish is bursting with flavor and is sure to be the star of any summer cookout or family gathering. I’ll bet you didn’t know Hawaiian beans were a thing, right?
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Pesto Orzo Salad
Pesto Orzo Salad features orzo pasta tossed with pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp arugula. Perfect as a light main dish or a flavorful side for any meal.
Pesto Orzo Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that I have grown to love. Imagine the fresh flavors of juicy cherry tomatoes, tender orzo pasta, and the rich taste of pesto sauce all coming together in one bowl. This cold pasta salad is not only beautiful with its bright green and red colors but also super tasty.
The combination of fresh spinach leaves and grated Parmesan cheese adds a touch of sophistication, making this dish great for both casual lunches and elegant dinners. Let’s dive into the details!
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