As soon as the evenings turn chilly, cozy fall dinner recipes make a lot more sense than salads and grilled food. Think creamy sauces, slow braises and bubbling casseroles that make the whole kitchen smell good. A few of ours fit right in, like our Cre…
Italian ricotta cookies with almond and vanilla in both the soft dough and the glaze, finished with rainbow nonpareils. The dough chills at least 2 hours, and rolled dough balls freeze for up to 2 months, then thaw in the fridge to bake.
When the oven is packed with turkey, slow cooker Thanksgiving sides take a lot of pressure off the day. They keep warm on their own, and once they’re set you can mostly forget about them until dinner. Our Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is an easy one to star…
Planning Christmas side dishes can take longer than planning the main course, because everyone has a favorite they expect to see on the table. A good mix of potatoes, vegetables, bread and something fresh is what makes the whole meal come together. Two…
When the weather turns cold, homemade soup recipes are the first thing I reach for. There is something about a warm bowl that makes the whole house feel cozier, and I could eat soup every week from October through March. A good pot of soup can be a who…
Every December, Christmas cake recipes are what I find myself searching for most. There is something about a layered holiday cake on the table that feels like the season has really started. The right cake can make any Christmas gathering feel special, …
Bacon wrapped asparagus starts with bundles of four spears, each held together by one slice of center-cut bacon. They bake on a wire rack at 400°F, then a 2 to 3 minute broil crisps the bacon without overcooking the asparagus.
When the leaves start changing color, savory pumpkin recipes for fall are what I look forward to cooking most. I find myself reaching for pumpkin at dinner just as often as I do for dessert. Pumpkin brings a natural richness to savory dishes, from soup…
Mini Oreo cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin tin, with a pressed Oreo crust and chopped Oreos in the creamy filling. One batch makes 48, so double the whipped cream to give every bite a swirl and a mini Oreo.
When mornings get hectic and I still want to eat something nourishing, healthy breakfast ideas are what I keep coming back to. Having a solid list makes the whole week feel more manageable. Starting the day with a real breakfast makes such a difference…
When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to change, pumpkin dessert recipes are what I look forward to making most. That warm, spiced flavor makes every bite feel like fall. These desserts shine on a Thanksgiving table, but fall gives you months t…
Every fall, recipes to make with leftover pumpkin puree are what I turn to after opening a full can for just one thing. That last cup in the fridge always deserves better than the trash. Pumpkin puree disappears fast once you have a plan for it. It goe…
When temperatures drop and the days get shorter, fall recipes and dinner ideas are the first thing on my mind. I want something hearty and warming that fills up the whole family without a lot of fuss. This is the season for casseroles, stews and one-pa…
Tender chicken slowly cooked in the crockpot with creamy cheeses and spices will make this crockpot crack chicken an addictive dish.
As Thanksgiving gets closer, I find myself planning the Thanksgiving vegetable side dishes before anything else on the menu. The turkey gets the spotlight, but the vegetables are what I always go back to for seconds. Vegetable sides add color, variety …
When the air turns crisp and I want dinner to feel cozy, fall pasta recipes are the first thing I reach for. There is something about a warm bowl of pasta with roasted squash or a nutty brown butter sauce that just feels right this time of year. Fall i…
When the temperature drops and the leaves turn, cozy plant-based drinks for fall are the first things I want to make. There is something so comforting about wrapping both hands around a warm, spiced mug on a chilly afternoon. You don't need dairy …
This pineapple delight features a buttery graham cracker crust, a layer of smooth cream cheese filling, and a fluffy whipped cream and pineapple topping.
When it comes to planning the holiday menu, Thanksgiving desserts are always what I think about first. Everyone eats well at the main course, but the dessert table is what people talk about on the way home. A good dessert spread is the best way to clos…
Crescent dough turns a cinnamon-roll craving into a small batch you can serve warm in about half an hour, with cream cheese frosting or vanilla glaze.
This easy Reindeer Chow recipe combines Chex cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, powdered sugar and festive M&M’s for a sweet holiday snack mix.
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When the leaves start to turn and the air gets crisp, cozy fall baking recipes are the first thing I reach for. Something about cooler weather just makes me want to preheat the oven and fill the kitchen with warm, spiced smells. Fall baking is one of t…
On busy weeknights, family dinner recipes are the ones I turn to again and again. I want something that comes together without a lot of fuss and that everyone at the table will actually eat. A reliable rotation of go-to dinners makes the whole week fee…
If you're cooking for a plant-based crowd this year, these vegan Thanksgiving recipes make it easy to put a full, festive table together. With this much good food on it, nobody will miss the turkey. A vegan menu also takes some pressure off the co…
These soup recipes are exactly what you need when the weather turns cool, your schedule gets busy, or you just want something warm and satisfying on the table without a lot of fuss. I put together this collection of 35+ favorites to give you a go-to re…
