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Chicken Soup Recipes

These chicken soup recipes hit the spot when you crave a warm and hearty meal that everyone in the family will enjoy. The best part about soup as a meal is that it can be made ahead of time, leftovers taste even better the next day, and they are freezer friendly. Below you’ll find recipes […]

Sautéed Chicken Livers

First time cooking livers? In this post, I explain how to prep sautéed chicken livers and everything you need to know to make them taste great!

Creamy Peach Overnight Oats

This peaches and cream overnight oats recipe is easy to make, delicious, and uses real ingredients! Soon, this recipe will become your favorite as well.

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup

This flavorful roasted cauliflower soup delivers all the comfort food feels you need on a cold day. With a few simple ingredients, you get a dreamy weeknight meal!

How to Keep Hot Chocolate Warm

When cold weather hits, there’s nothing like an outdoor bonfire with a cup of hot chocolate in hand, that is until it turns lukewarm. Thankfully, I’ve got just the devices to keep your hot chocolate warm for hours! Whether you want to go the electric route, the old-fashioned way, or take it high-tech, there’s something […]

Veggie Tortilla Soup

Grab a large pot and get ready to enjoy this delicious vegetable tortilla soup packed with nutrition and chipotle flavors.

Sugar Cookies Without Baking Powder or Soda

Looking for a sugar cookie recipe without baking powder you can cut out into your favorite shapes and decorate? You’re going to love how easy this recipe is to make. This cookie has some nuances and differences, all of which I explain in the post below.

Banana Pumpkin Pancakes

A simple recipe that yields a hearty pancake stack with all the fluff that holds up to your favorite syrup and toppings.

Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

This Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate recipe is not just velvety and decadent but also easy to make at home in 5 minutes. Keep reading and I’ll show you how!

Spicy Roasted Cauliflower

Are you ready to take your tastebuds on an epic adventure? I’ve got just the recipe with spicy roasted cauliflower that’s simply addictive!

Cinnamon Hot Chocolate

Have you ever tried cinnamon hot chocolate? If not, you are in for a treat; this delicious combination of cocoa and cinnamon spice tastes like heaven in a mug. It’s incredibly simple and a fantastic idea for holiday gatherings or hot chocolate boards.

Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board

Plan on making hot cocoa for a crowd? I’ve got just the list of ingredients and ideas for you to create a gorgeous hot chocolate charcuterie board! Everything from truffles to caramel candies, homemade marshmallows, and drizzles- you’ll find what you need to make your next cup of cocoa one to remember.

Steak & Eggs Breakfast Tacos

Are you ready to bite into the best steak and eggs breakfast tacos of your life without breaking the bank? Of course, you are, and I’ve got just the recipe! Let’s get started.

Creamy Garlic Sauce

With only 5 ingredients, this creamy garlic sauce is the quickest way to make a meal that disappears.

Can You Freeze Pancake Batter

Did you know you can freeze pancake batter and enjoy fresh pancakes off the griddle on another day? Whether you want to whip up a few batches of pancake batter and freeze them for later or have leftover batter, the step-by-step directions and tips in this post will ensure your batter thaws out without losing […]

The Easiest Way to Freeze Pancakes

Learn how to freeze pancakes the right way so you can have a delicious stack for breakfast at any time! Grab your favorite pancake batter recipe, cook them up, and with this post, freezing pancakes for future breakfasts will be a breeze, so all you have to do is heat and eat.

Keto Chili

You won’t miss a thing with this rich, meaty keto chili that checks all the boxes for flavor and texture while keeping it low-carb.

Gluten-Free Soups

Looking for the most delicious and naturally gluten-free soups worth making? Look no further than this post! Below you’ll find 20-minute soups and slow cooker recipes that are hearty enough for a meal, as well as lighter and delicious bowls.

The Ultimate Fall Side Dishes

Pair one of these fabulous fall side dishes with your favorite protein any night of the week, or bring it along as a Thanksgiving side dish option. Everything from roasted veggies to the ultimate popovers and a Southern-style cornbread dressing that will change your life- I’ve got it.

Pumpkin Breakfast Recipes

These pumpkin breakfast recipes are so good, they’re worth making year-round. From oatmeal to pancakes, to muffins, and french toast, there’s an easy recipe to satisfy that craving you’ve been having.

Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Recipe

This chicken pot pie pasta has all the flavor and comfort-food feels of the traditional recipe but less work and clean-up involved!

Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

When I need a fast, guaranteed dinner win, this garlicky chicken pasta never lets me down. It’s creamy without being heavy and packed with flavor in every bite.

Sausage Salad

Skip the bun and get leafy greens into your day with this easy sausage salad, a terrific low-carb meal that will keep you full longer!

Best Hot Chocolate Toppings

Make your next hot cocoa bar one to remember with over 40 hot chocolate topping ideas that everyone can top or stir into their mug. Not only will you walk away with a long list of ways to make your hot cocoa even better, but I’ve also included steps to set everything up so everyone […]

Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

If you’ve got a can of pumpkin in the pantry, skip the baking and make this savory pumpkin pasta sauce recipe instead. It’s easy to make while the pasta cooks!

Chicken Pasta Recipes

If you are looking for easy chicken pasta recipes you can make any night of the week, you’re in the right place! These chicken pasta dinners are simple, full of flavors and nutrition, and you can make most of them in only 30 minutes!

Chicken with Peppers and Onions

Spruce up your dinner plans! Whether you serve chicken with peppers and onions over rice in a bowl or with tortillas, with minimal effort, you’ll get a protein-rich meal loaded with flavor in every bite.

Baked Pesto Salmon with Rice

Today’s recipe for salmon with rice is a complete meal that comes together with minimal supervision and tastes epic. It’s as close to a hands-free meal as one gets; a little prep, and then while the salmon and sides bake in the oven, the rice cooks on the stove, leaving you to do what you […]

Tomato Tuna Salad without Mayo

The pairing of tuna, tomatoes, and crisp cucumber makes it a perfect quick lunch salad or healthy dinner with minimal prep.

How to Roast Vegetables

Whether you’re a beginner cook or want to learn how to roast any vegetables to perfection, you’re at the right place. This post shares all my secrets to achieving a delicious side dish!

Best Time & Temperature to Bake Salmon

Tired of dry and overcooked salmon that doesn’t live up to your expectations and don’t want to waste this expensive ingredient? If so, you’re at the right place. Consider this post your ultimate guide to how long and at what temperature to bake salmon to get perfect results every time.

Creamy Mac and Cheese Without Milk

I’ll show you how to make delicious macaroni and cheese without milk that has the perfect amount of creamy goodness. Plus, you’ll learn my #1 milk alternative secret and 15 other ways to solve the no-milk problem.

Easy Rice Flour Pancakes

This recipe yields great allergy-friendly pancakes without expensive mixes. Read the post for my tested tips that yield the best rice flour pancake texture!

Black Bean Taquitos

Easy to make, full of flavor, and delicious, these Black Bean Taquitos are a terrific family-friendly meal! When it comes to a hearty meal that is inexpensive and quick to make, be sure to add these bean and cheese taquitos to your meal planning list.