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15 Minute Meals Kid Friendly

If all you’ve got are 15 minutes to make a kid-friendly meal, check out the quick and easy meals below! These are some of the most visited recipes with raving reviews that kids will eat and parents can enjoy too!

Best Pancake Recipes

Make your weekend eats better by cooking up an epic pancake stack with one of these recipes. They’re guaranteed to turn out delicious with easy-to-follow recipes that have the best reviews!

What to Serve with Lettuce Wraps

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Looking for amazing sides that are filling and healthy that you can whip up fast? Below, you’ll find my family’s favorite side dishes that pair well with light and crispy meals like lettuce wraps.

What to Serve with Tacos

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Are you looking for simple and delicious side dishes to serve with your epic tacos? Having written an entire cookbook on tacos and with many recipes on this site, I can share some of the tastiest original sides to bring your taco night to a new level!

Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Verde

So, if you find tomatillos at your grocery, stock up and make this recipe because it beats any store-bought version on the shelf. 

20 Minute Dinner Ideas

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There’s nothing better than being able to get dinner on the table for my family in 20 minutes on a busy weeknight, and the dinner ideas below will help you do just that at your house! From chicken dinners, pasta dishes, hearty salads, and many family-favorite recipes, you’ll find many meal ideas below!

Cilantro Chimichurri

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This “Mexican chimichurri” adds cilantro to the mix giving it a fresh and citrusy flavor that’s simply amazing over everything!

Breakfast Recipes with Bananas

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If bananas are a staple in your kitchen, these breakfast recipes incorporate them in a variety of nutritious ways to start the day! Whether you’ve bought too many or they’re simply a favorite, you’re going to love these recipes.

White Wine Vinaigrette 

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Make this dressing in 5 minutes using the blender for a creamy texture, or shake it up in a jar. It’s so much better than any store-bought vinaigrette!

Gluten-Free Pancake Recipes

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Some of the recipes below are naturally gluten-free while others I’ve made for years using a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour mix and have yielded epic results each time.

Banana French Toast

three slices of French toast toped with nuts and banana

You’ll love how easily the pan gives each slice of french toast those golden, crispy edges and perfectly cooked puffy middles. You’ll find my cooking tips below.

French Toast Topping Ideas

Transform your stack of French toast from plain to epic with one of these topping ideas. Below, you’ll find a list of sweet toppings and syrups you can use to dress up your breakfast.

Recipes with Hummus

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Hummus is much more than a dip. It adds creamy textures to traditional dishes with award-worthy flavor and nutritional value. If you like hummus, you are sure to love these recipes listed below!

Teen Boy Gift Ideas for New Drivers

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Have a teen boy getting his driver’s license, and you want to congratulate him with a gift? This post has you covered! The gifts below are the ones I’ve gifted to my teens and their friends that have put a smile on their faces.

Homemade Cajun Seasoning Recipe

Learn what goes into cajun seasoning and how you can turn up or down the heat, based on what your family likes.

60+ Chili Toppings

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Tired of the same cheese, sour cream, and avocado on your chili? I’ve got you! Below, you’ll find over 60 ingredients you can use as chili toppings to enjoy your favorite chili recipe on repeat!

Sunday Night Dinner Ideas

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Need a dinner idea for a Sunday night? These easy recipes will help you enjoy a home-cooked meal without the stress. The recipes below are some of my personal favorites because they’re delicious and everyone in my family loves them.

Christmas Vegetable Sides That Taste Amazing

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Looking for complimentary veggie side dishes for your holiday meals but are unsure what to make this year? This post has you covered with the tastiest and best options for a stress-free holiday celebration that will have your family members asking for more.

Saturday Night Dinner Ideas

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It’s Saturday night, and you don’t want to go out to eat, but the fridge is sort of empty; one of these dinner ideas might be the answer! Below, you’ll find my go-to recipes with ingredients I have in the pantry, fridge, or freezer for a fuss-free weekend at-home meal for my family.

Sides for Rotisserie Chicken

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Use one of these quick and delicious sides for that Rotisserie chicken and spend more time eating your family dinner than cooking it! The recipes below are my go-to sides for busy nights that require minimal cleanup.

Christmas Side Dishes for Ham

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If ham is one of your favorite holiday staples, you’re in good company. Below are my go-to side dishes that pair great with it and please a crowd. You can take the stress out of the big meal with one of these holiday side options. Just click on your favorite for the step-by-step recipe.

Slow Cooker Baked Potato Soup

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This effortless crockpot loaded potato soup is filling and one you can have ready for dinner at the end of a long, busy day.

Carrot Fries

If you’re getting tired of making the same old steamed broccoli or side salads for dinner, keep reading to learn how to turn plain carrots into the most delicious and fun side!

Thursday Night Dinner Ideas

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When Thursday night comes around, we know that the end of the week is near, yet we still have to make dinner for the fam! Below, you’ll find a list of quick and easy family-friendly dinner ideas you can make in about 30 minutes that everyone will gobble up!

Friday Night Dinner Ideas

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After a long week, Friday asks for a simple meal you can whip up faster than you can get takeout delivered.The recipes below are crave-worthy, effortless meals that check the boxes! Browse and click through to print or save the recipe for later!

Wednesday Night Dinner Ideas for Families

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It’s midweek and you’re having a what-do-we-eat-tonight!! crisis… I get you. Problem solved with these easy and delicious Wednesday night dinner ideas! Simply browse through the delicious photos and list of meals, and click to pin it for later or print it!

Tuesday Dinner Ideas

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Make your Tuesday night meals delicious with one of these easy dinner ideas. You’ll find tacos, quick stir-fries, sheet pan meals, and more in the recipes below. All you have to do is browse what you like and click through to print or save the recipe!

Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Milk

hot chocolate in a clear mug topped with marshmallows and mini chocolate chips

When all you have around is chocolate milk, you can still enjoy hot chocolate for hours, thanks to the slow cooker and the following recipe.

Greek Yogurt Recipes

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So you have that huge tub of Greek yogurt in the fridge, and you’re wondering what to do with all that yogurt left, right? I’ve found myself in your shoes many times, and because of this, I’ve created many easy recipes using Greek yogurt for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even snacks!

Monday Dinner Ideas for the Whole Family

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Wondering what to make on a busy Monday night for dinner? I’ve got you covered with this family-friendly list of simple recipes you can make tonight!

What to Serve with Potato Soup

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What can be better than a warm bowl of potato soup? One served with a cozy side dish! These tasty ideas will turn dinner into a feast.

Crockpot Cheesy Potato Soup

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Grab your crockpot and let’s make this delicious cheesy potato soup. Served with loaded potato toppings, you’ll watch everyone clean their bowl.

How to Freeze Chili

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This method for freezing chili is super simple and the most convenient since it doesn’t take much room in the freezer! Double your favorite recipe, and enjoy a delicious bowl of chili whenever you need it!

Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese

top view of a roasted beet salad with greens, walnuts and cheese

Caramelized roasted beets over a fresh bed of spinach, with soft, creamy goat cheese and a delicious dressing; this salad can’t get any better!

Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix Recipe

stack of homemade aunt Jemima pancakes with syrup and butter

Whether you threw out the box and only have the bag or just want to make the best pancakes from a boxed mix, the tips in this post will give you the best stack ever!

Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe Ideas

Need some delicious ideas for those Thanksgiving leftovers? I’ve got you covered with 14 recipes for leftover turkey and Thanksgiving sides.

How to Make Toast without a Toaster

laura holding two pieces of toast, with a pan next to her.

Try this simple method to enjoy crispy golden toast in no time and with zero clean-up!

Chocolate Baked Oatmeal

a bowl of chocolate baked oatmeal topped with Greek yogurt and peanut butter

Mix the ingredients in 5 minutes and let the oven do the rest to enjoy a warm bowl of chocolate baked oatmeal.

Air Fryer Toast

air fryer toast with butter

Maybe you have already cooked potatoes, veggies, or cookies in the air fryer, but bread? Yes! You can toast perfect golden bread in just 3 minutes without needing to keep an eye on it. Making toast in the air fryer is super quick. Follow these tips, and the bread will have an amazing texture every […]

Chicken Skillet Recipes

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If chicken dinners are a winner at your house as much as mine, you’re going to love these family-friendly dinner ideas!

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