Author name: Alida Ryder

Christmas Cookie Box 2025

There’s something magical about a beautifully arranged box of homemade Christmas cookies. Whether you’re gifting them to neighbors, bringing them to holiday parties, or simply treating your own family, a thoughtfully curated Christmas …

Dark Chocolate Pistachio Cookie Sticks

Sometimes the most elegant cookies are also the simplest to make. These chocolate pistachio cookie sticks are proof! Buttery shortbread cut into elegant stick shapes, dipped in rich dark chocolate, and sprinkled with vibrant green pistachios. Fancy but…

White Chocolate Macadamia Cookies

If you’ve ever had those famous white chocolate macadamia cookies from upscale bakeries or coffee shops and thought “I wish I could make these at home,” you’re in luck! These soft, chewy cookies loaded with creamy whit…

Festive Pinwheel Cookies

Few cookies are as eye-catching and festive as pinwheel cookies! These beautiful red and white swirled sugar cookies look incredibly impressive with their spiral design and festive sprinkle coating, but I have a secret: they’re much easier t…

Easy Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies

There’s something utterly charming about thumbprint cookies. Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth rounds with jewel-toned jam nestled in the center. These jammy shortbread thumbprint cookies are a holiday baking classic that never goes out of style and fo…

Candy Cane Cookies

These adorable candy cane cookies are guaranteed to be one of your favorite Christmas traditions! Made with a simple sugar cookie base, half the dough is colored red, then both colors are rolled together to create those iconic red and white candy cane …

Easy Festive Protein Prep

The festive season is magical, but let’s be honest, it can also be absolutely exhausting! Between work deadlines, school events, holiday shopping, and trying to squeeze in some decorating, finding time to cook nutritious weeknight dinners can fee…

The BEST Jalapeño Cheddar Burgers

Get ready for the ultimate burger experience! These jalapeño cheddar burgers have been dubbed the BEST burgers I’ve ever made by my teens. The combination of ground beef and pork creates an incredibly juicy, flavorful burger that’s perfectl…

Meal Plan #48

This week we are eating tandoori chicken, easy tomato basil pasta, beef stew and delicious Thai coconut fish curry. We also have the easiest nachos for the weekend! We’ve also included a completed shopping list for your convenience. Simply click …

Oven Roasted Ribeye Roast (Easy Holiday Recipe!)

There’s nothing quite like a beautifully roasted ribeye roast as the centerpiece of your holiday dinner table. This oven roasted ribeye roast is incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned, and surprisingly easy to make—even if you’ve never cooke…

Meal Plan #47

This week we are eating baked chicken and rice, Bolognese pasta bake, lamb curry and delicious risotto. We also have beef and noodles for the weekend, healthy breakfast options and easy lunches. We’ve also included a completed shopping list for y…

5 Easy Weeknight Pasta Recipes

These pasta recipes are ones I turn to over and over when I want low-effort dinners that deliver big on taste. From creamy tomato pasta to delicious meaty bolognese, these recipes are guaranteed to be family favorites.
5 Easy Weeknight Pasta Recipes

6 Easy Chicken Marinade Recipes

Having marinated chicken breasts ready to cook in the freezer, is a lifesaver on nights when cooking dinner seems seems like a chore. I’m sharing my six go to chicken marinade recipes with you – these marinades cover a variety of cuisines making …

Meal Plan #46

This week we are eating air fryer chicken breast, spaghetti bolognese ,Katsu chicken bowls and delicious chickpea curry. We also have steak for the weekend, healthy breakfast options and easy lunches. We’ve also included a completed shopping list…

The BEST Seafood Risotto

This creamy Seafood Risotto with shrimp, mussels and calamari is a dreamy, fancy-but-easy dinner recipe. Ingredients and Substitutions Tips For The Best Seafood Risotto Can I Make This Ahead? Risotto is definitely best served right after cooking but th…

Meal Plan #45

This week we are eating chicken alfredo, shrimp tacos , juicy steak and leveled-up baked potatoes. We also have burgers for the weekend, healthy breakfast options and easy lunches. We’ve also included a completed shopping list for your convenienc…

Meal Plan #44

This week we are eating Marry Me chicken, zucchini risotto , burger tacos and shrimp curry. We also have lamb chops for the weekend, healthy breakfast options and easy lunches. We’ve also included a completed shopping list for your convenience. S…

Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

Extra creamy, cheesy and absolutely delicious, this butternut squash macaroni and cheese is a must-make during Fall and Winter. Ingredients and Substitutions The addition of butternut squash puree adds subtle sweetness to the classic sauce. A hefty amo…

Meal Plan #43

This week we are eating Milanese chicken, tomato pasta , lamb wraps and chicken mushroom risotto. We also have quesadillas for the weekend, healthy breakfast options and easy lunches. We’ve also included a completed shopping list for your conveni…

Our 16 BEST Chicken Soup Recipes

Soup season is here! Whether it’s creamy noodle soup or spicy chicken tortilla soup, nothing beats a bowl of warm and cozy chicken soup. This collection of our 16 BEST Chicken Soup Recipes has you covered all through the chilly seasons.
Our 16 BE…

Our Best Butternut Squash Recipes

These butternut squash recipes all make the most of this delicious vegetable. From creamy risotto and soup, to the most delicious homemade ravioli, these recipes are guaranteed to impress.
Our Best Butternut Squash Recipes

Easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

You’re going to love this easy lemon chicken orzo soup recipe. It is pure comfort in a bowl and the perfect recipe to make when you want a warm, cozy meal without much fuss. If you love chicken soup recipes, try our Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup. In…

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