Baked mushroom Swiss burgers are the dinner I turn to on nights when the grill just is not happening. Everything layers into one baking dish, and the oven does all the work. I have always loved a burger with mushrooms and Swiss cheese, but I do not always want to stand outside flipping patties. This…
Cozy fall recipes are exactly what this time of year calls for. Pumpkin, apple, warm spices, and maple show up in everything I bake once the weather turns cool. I have gathered twenty one of our family favorites here, from soups to cookies to a pie that started a whole holiday tradition. Make sure to…
There is nothing better than a cold bowl of strawberry sorbet on a day when the kitchen feels like an oven. This one comes together with three ingredients and no cooking at all. I keep a pint in the freezer all summer long for afternoons just like that. Why You’ll Love This Recipe This post…
There is a moment at every family gathering where someone cuts into this cake, sees the dark hot fudge filling running through every single crumb, and goes completely quiet. The strawberry whipped cream frosting makes it look like it came from a bakery, but nobody is prepared for what is inside. That quiet lasts about…
Ninja Creami mango ice cream made with full-fat coconut milk is one of the most refreshing frozen treats you can make this summer, and your family is going to ask for it every single week. I love this recipe because it tastes like something you would order at a tropical resort, and yet it comes…
Classic Greek Salad Recipe with Homemade Dressing is the easiest, most flavorful salad you will make all summer, packed with crisp cucumbers, sweet tomatoes, briny olives and creamy feta in a simple red wine vinegar dressing you will want to put on everything. This summer Jim and I have been spending as much time as…
Ninja Creami protein ice cream flavors are exactly what my freezer has been full of this past year, and I could not be more happy about it. When I first got my Ninja Creami, I made one flavor, and I was hooked. Then I started experimenting, and I realized something. The base formula is always…
Cast iron skillet meatloaf is classic comfort food made even better, with a beautifully browned crispy crust on the outside and a juicy, tender center that the whole family will love. This easy old fashioned recipe comes together in minutes and bakes in one hour for a hearty, satisfying dinner that tastes just like the…
Mississippi Pot Roast Instant Pot is the answer when you want a delicious, warm, shredded beef sandwich, but you don’t have time to spend the afternoon in the kitchen. During spring and summer, I love working in the yard with my husband, Jim. We spend hours planting the garden, trimming up the beds and bushes,…
Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream is one of those recipes I almost did not share because I could not believe something this simple could taste this good. The pint comes in with 40 grams of protein for an after workout snack. I have been playing around with my Ninja Creami for a…
Little smokies crockpot recipes are one of those party secrets that busy moms have been passing down for years. I have always loved making these for family gatherings because they are simple to prepare, and the whole family will love them. Nothing makes a house feel like home other than the smell of something sweet…
Ninja Creami Deluxe conversions are something every Deluxe owner needs, and I want to make this as simple as possible for you. If you have been making recipes designed for the original Ninja Creami and recently upgraded to the Deluxe, you already know the measurements do not match up. The Deluxe pint holds 24 oz,…
Instant Pot Greek yogurt has completely changed the way I think about breakfast in our house. I used to buy containers from the grocery store every single week without thinking twice about it. Then one day, I decided to try making it myself, and I have never gone back. The result is the thickest, creamiest…
Poke cake recipes are one of the easiest and most impressive desserts you can make for your family, and I have always loved how simple they are to pull together on a busy day. The idea is so clever. You bake a cake, poke holes all over the top, pour in a delicious filling, and…
German Chocolate Poke Cake is one of those desserts that looks like you spent all day in the kitchen, but I promise you, it comes together with the simplest ingredients you already have on hand. I have discovered over the years that nothing makes a crowd happier than a pan of chocolate cake, and this…
Boston cream poke cake gives you all the flavors of the classic bakery dessert without any of the fuss. I have always loved Boston cream pie, but let’s be honest, nobody has time to make that from scratch on a busy weeknight. This easy version starts with a simple yellow box mix, a creamy vanilla…
Sourdough sandwich bread baked in a Pullman loaf pan is the softest, most perfectly sliceable homemade bread I have ever pulled from my oven, and I am so glad I finally found a recipe worth sharing with you. Right from the start of this recipe, I want to make sure you know I am not…
Chocolate Poke Cake is one of those desserts that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, but your secret weapon is a box of Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix and a little bit of patience while it cools. A little decoration, and it looks like you are starting your own bakery. What…
Homemade Southern Pimento Cheese is one of those recipes that takes me right back to my mom’s kitchen in the 1960s. Growing up, this was her go-to for home parties and church functions. She would spread it on soft bread, cut the sandwiches into little triangles, and they were always the first thing to vanish…
Graduation season means feeding a crowd, and sliders make it so easy. These little sandwiches are simple to prep ahead, and they disappear fast. Kids and grandparents both go back for seconds. Whether you have 20 guests or 50, these 25 graduation sliders have you covered. I know your family will love adding a few…