You’ve probably seen those too-perfect photos floating around of “Cool Whip candy”- smooth, glossy, identical chocolate bites that look like they came from a candy factory. Many of those aren’t even real photos and its such a shame. For those of you th…
If you’re looking for an easy holiday appetizer that isn’t overly sweet, this cranberry orange and cream cheese dip is one of my favorites to keep on hand. It’s creamy, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet thanks to powdered sugar, dried fruit, an…
If you’re looking for a fun twist on the classic cheese ball, this cherry cream cheese log is one of those recipes that always gets people talking. It’s creamy, sweet, and full of flavor thanks to maraschino cherries, fresh orange zest, and just a hint…
This pineapple pretzel salad is a sweet and salty side dish recipe made with crushed pretzels, cream cheese, Cool Whip, and pineapple. Often called pineapple fluff, it has a light, creamy texture that makes it perfect for holidays, potlucks, or family …
How to Make Gingerbread Dip for the Holidays In my kitchen, this gingerbread dip always disappears fast. The molasses, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves give it that classic holiday flavor, but the texture is light and creamy instead of heavy. It comes toge…
This chicken broccoli casserole has turned into one of those dinners I make and then hear about later. My husband went back for seconds, and the next day he said it was even better as leftovers. That’s how it jokingly ended up being called “husband cas…
Mountain Dew apple dumplings are the kind of recipe that takes me straight back to the cookbooks my mom kept on the kitchen counter in the 80s. You know the ones, spiral bound, food-splattered, and full of shortcuts that made sense back then and still …
White chocolate haystacks with chow mein noodles are one of my favorite no bake desserts. They come together in minutes, need only a handful of ingredients, and always disappear from the plate faster than anything else I make. This version uses creamy …
Cornflake wreaths are one of those holiday recipes that never go out of style. They’re chewy, colorful, and a little bit nostalgic; the kind of cookie that shows up on Christmas trays year after year. If you’ve ever made rice krispie treats, this recip…
There’s something about a bowl of ham and beans that feels like true comfort food. My mom used to make bean soup often, but hers always came out bland. This slow cooker ham and beans recipe, though, is a completely different story. It’s flavorful, hear…
There’s just something about cranberry pinwheels that feels instantly festive. I’ve made a lot of tortilla roll-ups over the years, but this version with both cream cheese and feta is hands-down my favorite to serve for a holiday party tray. The mix of…
These scalloped sweet potatoes are layered with brown sugar, warm spices, walnuts, and marshmallows, making them a cozy holiday side dish that fits perfectly at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or even Easter. When I was a kid, my mom made scalloped potatoes o…
If you’re looking for a healthy but satisfying dinner, this Mediterranean-inspired Chicken Zucchini Bake checks all the boxes. Juicy chunks of chicken, tender zucchini, sweet little tomatoes, and plenty of melty cheese all baked together in one dish fo…
If you’ve ever wanted cheesecake flavor without the work, this strawberry cheesecake dump cake is it. It starts with two cans of strawberry pie filling, a block of cream cheese, and a box of cake mix. That might sound too simple to be good, but once ba…
There are plenty of breakfast casseroles to choose from, but this sausage pasta bake is one that people often remember. It has tender rotini pasta, savory sausage, a creamy cheese sauce, and a biscuit topping baked right on top. The eggs help everythin…
If you love the flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich, this cold Reuben pasta salad is a fun way to enjoy them in a cold side dish. It has corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, pickles, and a creamy Thousand Island dressing mixed with pasta. Using cann…
There are mornings when you just want breakfast to feel special without having to hover over the stove. That is exactly where these overnight breakfast enchiladas shine. They are hearty, filled with ham and cheese, and bake up golden after resting in t…
There’s something so nostalgic about a pineapple upside down cake. It’s one of those retro desserts that looks like it belongs at every holiday gathering, but it’s secretly one of the easiest cakes you can make. This version starts with a simple box of…
There’s nothing better than a homemade breakfast that tastes like your favorite drive-thru order, and these Copycat McGriddle Muffins deliver just that. With savory sausage, fluffy pancake mix, melty cheddar cheese, and a touch of real maple syrup, eve…
If you’re like me and you love shortcuts in the kitchen, this 3-ingredient spinach dip chicken recipe is a winner. I had a tub of refrigerated spinach dip in the fridge, and instead of serving it with chips, I decided to spread it right over chicken br…
If you’ve ever wished you could take the creamy, spicy goodness of buffalo chicken dip and turn it into a dish you can serve at a cookout or pack for a potluck, this buffalo chicken pasta salad is the answer. It tastes just like the dip but in a cold p…
If you love the flavors of classic tiramisu but don’t want the fuss of layering ladyfingers and custard, this tiramisu poke cake recipe is the perfect shortcut. It’s rich, creamy, and coffee-soaked, just like the Italian dessert, but it starts with a s…
Some nights I want dinner that feels fun without being complicated. This BBQ Hawaiian chicken recipe is exactly that, smoky barbecue sauce, juicy chicken, melty cheese, and sweet pineapple baked together in one skillet. Add bacon on top, and you’ve got…
There’s something nostalgic about an upside down cake, and this easy peach version is no exception. Because it uses canned peaches, it’s a year-round dessert that feels like something straight out of grandma’s kitchen. And while the golden caramelized …
When Girl Scout cookie season ends and you’re craving Thin Mints, this quick 2 ingredient copycat recipe is the answer. Using Ritz crackers for the base and Andes Crème de Menthe chocolates for the coating, you can make a whole batch in under 30 minute…
