Persimmon Cookies are a holiday must! The orange glaze with fresh orange zest compliments the persimmon flavor perfectly! I never know what to do with persimmons besides making cookies! I suppose I should venture off into other creative things eventually but these cookies are just to die for! They made the house smell sooo yummy and they just scream holiday time. (and make my think of my grandma haha). But they really are a must have cookie, I strongly recommend trying them out ASAP 🙂...

It is recipes like this Pot Pie Pasta Casserole that make my weeknight dinner routine so much easier. All it takes is 15 minutes of prep, throw it in the oven for 20 minutes, and you have a satisfying dinner the whole family will love. This Pot Pie Pasta Casserole comes in handy for quick lunches throughout the rest of the work week too! If you love this casserole recipe you’ll have to also try out this Hash Brown Chicken Casserole and this delicious Chicken Enchilada Casserole !...

Don’t let Fall pass you by without making this Pumpkin Chili recipe. And I really mean it!! It’s Fall in a bowl and like a really big, cozy hug. Who’d want to pass that up?! I love adding in unexpected ingredients to my recipes and the 100% pumpkin puree makes this chili recipe a game changer. Just make it once, and instead of talking about the football game around the dinner table, you’ll be raving about this Pumpkin Chili!...

Black Bean Avocado brownies were not something I necessarily made growing up…but I make these monthly now! I love that this recipe can be made by mixing all ingredients in the food processor , pouring into an oven safe baking dish , and 40 minutes later you have healthy black bean brownies. Some of my other favorite healthier desserts are my Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie Bars , Healthy Shamrock Shake , and Vegan Chocolate Mousse !...

My Buffalo Chicken Salad combines plenty of protein with fresh and healthy veggies for a quick and nutritious meal. I love salads, especially when you can make a complete meal out of them, and when they are just so darn easy to throw together. Like my Caesar Pasta Salad , Strawberry Poppyseed Salad , and Chicken Macaroni Salad . This recipe easily ranks at the top of my salad list because you can also prep this versatile Buffalo Chicken Salad ahead of time....

Oh hi! I’m spicing up your week with these Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers! We are loving this healthy family meal made with creamy buffalo chicken and rice. This recipe transforms your favorite appetizer dip and turns it into an easy dinner so what’s not to love?! If you’re a big bell pepper fan, make sure to check out my Spicy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers (they’re vegetarian!), Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta (a reader fave!...

Carrot Cake Bread is the ultimate Spring treat. Well, that and my famous banana bread recipe is always a great go-to quick bread! I know carrot cake is slotted as dessert quick bread but who says you can’t enjoy it for a breakfast or snack?! I’ve loved having this with my morning coffee lately, it’s the ultimate cozy situation and a total adult move. This carrot cake bread mimics all the same flavors of a layered carrot cake but in an easier, fuss-free quick bread form....

This Cheeseburger Salad is fresh, full of flavor and really does taste like a cheeseburger in salad form! Just imagine your favorite burger but with lots of satisfying crunch, texture, all of your favorite burger toppings, plus the best special burger sauce. My salad has it all, minus the sesame seed bun, and makes for a super quick and yummy weeknight meal. Why this recipe works Tastes like a Big Mac in salad form!...

This Chocolate Molten Cake is seriously better than anything I’ve had in a restaurant. I absolutely love making this for dessert, not just because everyone who eats it falls in love with it, but because it looks difficult yet is deceivingly easy! With just 9 ingredients and about 30 minutes, you can whip up a dense chocolate cake with a silky chocolate center that oozes rich, chocolate molten with the first slice of your fork....

This Creamy Green Goddess Pasta Salad is bursting with fresh flavor and vibrant ingredients. Tender pasta is tossed in a homemade, herb-packed dressing and combined with crisp seasonal veggies, creamy burrata, and topped with pine nuts for the ultimate summer side or light meal. Looking for more salads perfect for your next summer gatherings? Look no further than my Avocado Corn Salad , Watermelon Basil Salad , or Strawberry Poppyseed Salad for some of my favorites!...

You have the ultimate freedom for dinner plans tonight, but may I strongly suggest this Creamy Sun- Dried Tomato and Spinach Orzo?! It’s been a family favorite for years, and I actually have a version of it in my Instant Pot Cookbook , but thought it needed a spot on my website too because it’s that good! I love orzo for its versatility, quick cook time, and how you can use it in a variety of dishes, like in soups , pastas like this, or in salads like my Mediterranean Orzo Salad !...

I’ve been making this edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe on repeat, literally, and it’s near impossible not to sneak bites of it throughout the day from the fridge! After making Kroll’s Kookies , I knew I had to make a version of that chocolate chip cookie dough into a safe to eat edible cookie dough recipe. It’s loaded with mini chocolate chips, regular chocolate chips, heat treated flour (more on this below) and the perfect ratio of sugars....

Say hello to delicious and easy-to-make comfort food ! Plus, it’s way more satisfying than the Cracker Barrel hash brown casserole! This Hash Brown Chicken Casserole cannot get any easier and it’s a fun weeknight dinner. Simple ingredients and you probably already have most of them stocked in your freezer or pantry! I don’t know about you but I always feel like I am making freezer clean out meals and this recipe is using up all of the frozen goodies in my freezer....

If you’re craving the crispy, cheesy, and beefy deliciousness of a Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme, you can now make it better with my Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme recipe! Seriously, the homemade version is unbelievable! Thanks to my Copycat Series , you can make many of your favorite restaurant or store-bought recipes better at home. I made a copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza when they took it off their menu in 2020, but sometime in 2022 they returned it to their menu....

My millionaire shortbread bars are a luxurious three-layer treat and easy to make! You will adore the combination of textures and flavors – crumbly, chewy, and smooth with the contrasting tastes of buttery shortbread, sweet caramel, and rich chocolate. And the flaky sea salt on top is the perfect finishing touch, balancing out the sweetness in this decadent dessert. These bars remind me of the Twix candy bars (and my Twix Cookies ), thanks to the caramel and chocolate combination....

These easy to make and indulgent individual serving no bake biscoff cheesecakes are made with a buttery and crunchy Biscoff cookie base, a rich, smooth and creamy Biscoff cheesecake filling and a drizzle of melted Biscoff spread on top. Each bite is filled with notes of cinnamon and a rich caramelized flavor from the cookie butter. I like to top each mini cheesecake with whipped cream, a Biscoff cookie and some crushed up Biscoff cookies from added texture and just because it looks so pretty!...

After making my Homemade Thin Mints (Girl Scout Copycat) recipe, I knew I had to tackle more Girl Scout cookie recipes. This way, you can enjoy them year-round and not have to wait for Girl Scout Cookie season! 🤗 If neither of these Girl Scout flavors are your favorite, try my Copycat Girl Scout Tagalongs ( Peanut Butter Patties)! After all, according to the Girl Scout Cookies website, Samoas are the second-highest-selling flavor (Thin Mints take the lead!...

These Slow Cooker Pork Chops are tender, flavorful, and cooked in a rich onion herb gravy. You can use bone-in or boneless pork chops, making this recipe flexible for whatever you have on hand. Serve them with creamy mashed potatoes and your favorite vegetables for a hearty, comforting meal with minimal effort. For more easy slow cooker recipes, try my Slow Cooker Beef Stew, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, or Slow Cooker Pork Ribs....

Roasted and smashed baby potatoes are salty, baked until crispy and golden-brown and I guarantee you’re going to fall in love with them! Smashed baby potatoes are not to be confused with mashed potatoes . Smashed potatoes are boiled, flattened with the bottom of a glass, drizzled with olive oil and seasonings and baked. They are little heavenly, delicious jewels and are delicious dunked in the jalapeño aioli. If you’re not a fan of aioli you can dunk them in ketchup or even sour cream....

This Ground Turkey Dinner recipe puts a fun twist on a traditional baked potato with sloppy joe mix. I love how colorful this meal is and how it is loaded with healthy fats, low in sodium, and high in protein This is one of my go-to dinner options because it is easy, healthy, and down right delicious. If you’re into the stuffed potato meals you’ll have to try my sloppy joe baked potatoes or for breakfast this peanut butter and banana sweet potato is always so delicious....