The holiday season is magical but to be honest the big meals can be absolute chaos. Between events, travel, cleaning, and last-minute errands, the pressure to produce a fabulous meal can drain the joy out of your day. That’s where make ahead dishes come in. If you can prepare the big stuff ahead of time […]
Looking for a fall-inspired dessert? Try these easy pumpkin brownies! Combine a box of brownie mix with a simple pumpkin batter to get a swirled and fudgy treat. Note: You can use your favorite boxed brownie mix (or one that’s on sale)! PrintEasy Pumpkin Brownies (Using Boxed Brownie Mix)! Ingredients1 box of brownie mix (and […]
I don’t feel like these kinds of items are things I would normally make, but I was inspired after seeing some pictures online. Plus, I don’t think the kids would ever complain about having festive treats. Note: I went into my cabinet and just grabbed things that might work as ingredients. Feel free to get […]
When it’s fall, pumpkin recipes usually reign supreme in people’s minds, but the flavor of apple is so comforting. It’s a classic for the fall season, especially when combined with cinnamon and other fall spices. Here’s a list of apple recipes that will be great for this time of year. Bake crisps, pies, muffins, and lots […]
Love apple pie, but don’t feel like making apple pie? These cinnamon apple pie bars are an easy and delicious solution! Start with a simple shortbread and top it with sweet apples and a crumbly streusel topping. PrintCinnamon Apple Pie Bars Recipe Ingredientscrust ingredients: 1/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup sugar pinch of […]
I love to bake from scratch, but sometimes you don’t have a lot of time and need to find a way to make baking simpler. At this time of year, there are so many events that you need to cook for that having some easy recipes on hand is helpful. One of my favorite ways […]
Dining at fondue restaurants such as The Melting Pot is always delicious, but it doesn’t ever fit into our budget. It’s actually one of the easiest meals to make at home, plus you don’t have to keep waiting on your waiter to bring you more of your favorite dipping foods! Fondue Need to Know: For each […]
Popsicles are a great treat for hot weather! Here are some recipes for homemade popsicles that use fruits, yogurt, and more. Tip: If you don’t have a popsicle mold (there are a bunch on Amazon!), try using the old-fashioned method with paper cups and popsicle sticks. Homemade Popsicles Recipes: Strawberry Popsicles Mango Yogurt Popsicles Root […]
It sounds fancy, but it’s not! A galette is basically a free-form, open pie that doesn’t require perfection. It makes for a great dessert when you’re wanting pie, but don’t have pie time. This peach galette recipe is perfect for using your in-season peaches. Make your own pie crust or use a store bought one. […]
