Deliciously Easy Recipes
A classic baked pasta dish with rigatoni pasta and Italian sausage, packed with cheesy goodness, rich tomato sauce, and comforting flavors.
This baked rigatoni and sausage recipe comes together in about an hour and makes a great hearty meal for a big family, or a meal for two with plenty of saucy leftovers.
View postTwinkies Banana Cream Pie is an easy no-bake pie recipe loaded with your favorite childhood treat – the Twinkie. Topped with delicious banana cream, slivered almonds & toasted coconut, this is an easy dessert recipe you’ll make again & again.
Oh good heavens! I’m so excited! I think I may have created the PERFECT dessert! In all honesty- the hubs gave me some really great suggestions & I took them & ran like mad. I mean, how does one take something as tasty as a banana cream pie & make it INCREDIBLE?
Well- you add Twinkies & make this Twinkies Banana Cream Pie. It is every bit as good as it looks & incredibly easy to make. It’s the perfect recipe to wow any guest too!
View post3-Ingredient Homemade Bagels are easy to make with greek yogurt & a few minutes. Whip up enough for breakfast throughout the week. Known as the weight watchers bagel recipe – these are light & delicious.
I love a good bagel for breakfast. But they oftentimes leave me with that feeling of a lump of dough in my stomach.
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This is the BEST Brown Bread Recipe EVER! The taste and texture are a copycat of the beloved Cheesecake Factory bread. So good!
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your home, and this Brown Bread Recipe is no exception. Inspired by the iconic Cheesecake Factory brown bread, it’s deep color and hearty texture are perfect for accompanying any meal.
All you home cooks out there will enjoy this simple recipe. It will fill your kitchen to the brim with the delightful scent and sweet taste of homemade bread!
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Steakhouse BBQ Bacon Burger is a quick & easy dinner recipe for carefree cookouts. This classic favorite is sure to keep your friends & family happy all summer long.
This is the season I look forward to the most. It’s warm enough to leave the windows open, the days seem to last forever & we can enjoy time together as a family in the yard.
View postSalsa Pulled Pork Tacos is an easy slow cooker dinner recipe the whole family will love. If you love juicy, tender pulled pork that is almost effortless to make – this is the recipe for you. Everyone loves these tacos!
These Peanut Butter Whip Brownies are chewy, fudgy brownies topped with peanut butter whip & M&M’s. Just another Yummy Bar Recipe that goes beyond delicious! Simple & easy, a must-make for sure!
The kids sure love family game night. Especially when the hubs has been traveling for work (like he did last week) there is nothing like making some goodies & coming together for family time.
These Peanut Butter Whip Brownies I made this time are just another one of my Yummy Bar Recipes that go beyond delicious!
View postBlueberry Pie Filling is a great recipe for all those spring & summer berries. Perfect homemade pie filling recipe that is delicious in a graham cracker crust, on top of cheesecake, or an ice cream sundae.
There are a few things that are just so Americana to me- baseball (even though I am more of a football fan), the red white & blue Old Glory & pie. Blueberry Pie to be exact.
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Each bite of these Tiramisu Cookies offers flavors of rich coffee, creamy mascarpone, and cocoa, promising a luxurious dessert experience.
Imagine biting into a cookie and being greeted with the rich, bold flavors of a classic tiramisu. That’s exactly what you get with these Tiramisu Cookies.
These yummy treats combine the soft, chewy texture of coffee-infused cookies with a smooth mascarpone cream topping, all finished with a light dusting of cocoa powder. It’s like enjoying your favorite Italian dessert in a single, portable bite.
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Blueberry Swirl Pound Cake is the perfect spring treat. Dense, yet tender & oh so delicious, you’ll have everyone asking for this easy pound cake recipe loaded with blueberries.
You all know I absolutely love a tasty little snack with my coffee on the weekends. We did a huge Costco run & picked up a ton of produce. Is it just me- or do they always have the best produce?
We literally filled our cart to the point that the checker girl asked us if we were having some sort of party. 🙂 hehehe – No, just stocking up on produce. I’m sure she thought we were nuts. But anyhow- one thing I picked up was blueberries.
View postCookie Dough Frosting is used to make this over-the-top Brownie Cookie Dough Freak Cake. It’s easy AND so delicious. Made without eggs, so it’s safe to eat. Perfect for any celebration!
Last summer my daughter requested an over-the-top Brownie Cookie Dough Freak Cake for her birthday.
View postMake these Philly Cheesesteak Sliders loaded with flavorful beef, sauteed onions and peppers, and melty cheese on a soft slider roll.
Have you ever craved a classic Philly cheesesteak but wanted something a bit more party-friendly? Well, I’ve got the perfect solution for you: Philly Cheesesteak Sliders!
These little guys pack all the juicy, cheesy goodness of your traditional cheesesteak into adorable mini sandwiches. You’ll love the tender steak, sweet caramelized onions, and crisp green peppers, all tucked under a layer of gooey provolone cheese between soft, buttery slider buns.
View postBaked Churro Donuts is an easy homemade donut recipe. Coated in cinnamon & sugar they taste just like the churros you get at Disneyland. Delicious!
Have you had enough donut recipes yet?? Since I am trying really hard to not run the oven- I have been pulling out the donut maker a couple of times a week it seems.
This post was originally published in 2013. It has since been updated multiple times for images, formatting, and additional content.
View postChicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich is loaded with breaded chicken, marinara, mozzarella & spinach & grilled to perfection. It’s the BEST grilled cheese you’ll ever eat!
I love a good grilled cheese sandwich. They pair so nicely with a bowl of soup or some other favorite side dish.
But I often like to shake things up & add ingredients to give it more punch. When I’m really craving something savory, I pull out the indoor grill press & make this Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich that is over-the-top delicious.
Cinnamon & Sugar Pretzel Bites are an easy pretzel bite recipe that is perfect for snacking! Just like your favorite mall pretzels, covered in cinnamon & sugar, these have a cream cheese glaze that will knock your socks off.
A little bit ago I shared with you all my recipe for Soft Pretzel Bites – just in time for the big game.
Ever since then I have been craving my favorite Cinnamon & Sugar Pretzel Bites. They are so freaking good, I just had to make some.
Tuscan Ravioli Soup is a hearty dinner recipe that is easy to make in about 30 minutes. Loaded with beef, sausage, spinach & cheese, this will rival any restaurant around. Delish!
It’s been COLD here. Yes, I live in North Idaho – it’s supposed to be cold this time of year. I know. But this So Cal girl craves some comfort food when the snow is falling & it’s all chilly outside.
Easy Family Dinner Ideas are what I’m after. I have been craving a tomato-based soup since I made my Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup several months back.
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A crowd favorite taco dip recipe packed with savory layers of sour cream, cream cheese, mayo, olives, cheese, onions, tomatoes, and lettuce. This multi-layer no-bake dip is a perfect party appetizer.
This is all the flavors of a taco in the dip form. Layers of goodness (easy to customize) and no cooking or fancy ingredients involved.
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Chinese Pineapple Chicken is better than any takeout you’ll find. Perfectly crispy chicken coated in a sweet & tangy pineapple sauce that is phenomenal! Dig in!
I don’t know about you, but I can’t seem to get enough Chinese food. Growing up in So Cal we not only had Chinese food restaurants on practically every corner, but they delivered.
Every single one was over-the-top amazing. One of my all-time favorites to order is Chinese Pineapple Chicken.
Don’t miss my Classic Chinese Orange Chicken and try my Instant Pot White Rice to pair with this too!
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Jalapeno Popper Wontons are crispy, golden wonton wrappers filled with a creamy blend of jalapenos, cream cheese, and savory spices. Perfect for parties, game nights, or anytime you crave a flavor-packed snack.
Here’s an incredibly tasty recipe that’s sure to spice up any party, game day, or snack time – Jalapeno Popper Wontons. Imagine the classic flavors of a jalapeno popper, with its creamy cheese and spicy jalapeno kick, all wrapped up in a crispy wonton shell.
It’s like your favorite appetizer got a crunchy upgrade, making these bite-sized treats absolutely irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl bash, a cozy movie night, or just craving something delicious, these wonton wonders are the perfect choice.
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This compound herb butter is a flavorful mixture of butter and a combination of herbs. It’s one of my favorite recipes that takes anything from a standard steak recipe to the likes of green beans or potatoes to the next level.
You can use any kind of butter that you like from the regular stick of butter in your fridge to a European-style butter from the store or a specialty shop.
Likewise, you can customize the herbs — anything from fresh parsley or fresh basil to fresh rosemary and fresh thyme work well (you can see I’m a bit of a fan of using fresh herbs, but you can use dried, too, if necessary).
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