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These Rice Krispie Cookies are soft, chewy, and buttery, with the perfect hint of crunch. These Costco copycat cookies bring all that magic of the famous cookies right straight to your kitchen with no membership card required! For more copycat Costco recipes, try my Copycat Costco Double Chocolate Muffins or Copycat Costco Almond Poppyseed Muffins . And if you really love copycat recipes, check out my copycat series for all your favorites from Starbucks, Panda Express, Starbucks, Panera and more!...

Hello perfectly cooked Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash! Also known as the side dish that will keep everyone coming back for seconds and thirds! Can we all agree that roasted vegetables are the best?! I’ve fallen deeply in love with these honey balsamic roasted brussels sprouts and spicy roasted cauliflower and now, these butternut squash and Brussels sprouts are winning over my heart. You’ll take the classical approach of tossing the Brussels sprouts and butternut squash in olive oil, salt and black pepper and then roast them....

If you are struggling with dinner dilemma, my sheet pan quesadillas that are stuffed with veggies, beans, cheese and my jalapeño quesadilla sauce are here to rescue you. And if this doesn’t fit the bill for dinner tonight, try my Cheesy Chicken Risotto , Cornflake Chicken Tenders , or Homemade Mexican Pizza’s ! Flavor packed with south-of-the-border spices, these easy-to-make quesadillas will get you out of the same old dinner routine and have everyone asking you to make them again....

These Sriracha Meatballs are by far one of the easiest and tastiest meatballs I have ever made! Some other Asian-inspired recipes you might like are my Teriyaki Glazed Salmon , Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry , Teriyaki Chicken & Rice Skillet , and Crock Pot Teriyaki Steak Bites ! Or for some fun copycat recipes, check out my Panda Express Orange Chicken and Panda Express Chow Mein for meals you will love!...

This Vanilla Almond Granola is a soft-baked granola with clusters that have hints of almond, vanilla and cinnamon in each bite! Sweetened with C&H® Dark Brown Sugar , it’s a perfect snack with yogurt and fresh fruit. Homemade granola is incredibly easy to make and this Vanilla Almond Granola breaks up into nice large chunks and is such a versatile snack! It’s the perfect topping to enjoy on yogurt, smoothies, smoothie bowls, sprinkled on oatmeal, with milk, or simply enjoying on its own by the handful....

These Black and White Chocolate Chip Cookies are thick, gooey, and everything you love about the famous Levain cookies. Each bite is packed with rich dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate chips for the ultimate flavor combo. These giant cookies are soft in the center with crisp, golden edges to give you that bakery-style perfection right at home. For more bakery-style cookie recipes , try my infamous Kroll’s Kookies , Bakery-Style Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies , Bakery Style Snickerdoodles , or Giant Funfetti Cookies !...

These Breakfast Enchiladas are the perfect solution for busy mornings. They ensure the whole family is fed and fueled for the day ahead. Say hello to your new favorite low-fuss, highly delicious breakfast! You will love how hearty and flavorful they are and that they’re made with easy-to-find ingredients. Speaking of hearty and flavorful, you’ll also need to try these Breakfast sliders , Sausage Breakfast Casserole , and my Carne Asada Burritos ....

Chewy Molasses Cookies…yay! It’s that time of year! I love how soft and chewy these molasses cookies are and that you don’t have to chill the dough . They have those crackly tops we all love and the cookie dough gets rolled in a coarse sugar or sanding sugar. I love rolling these chewy molasses cookies in sugar prior to baking because it gives them a lovely finishing touch and extra texture and crunch to the cookie....

These easy, moist and delicious chocolate muffins are a great way to use up your ripe banana s. If you are craving bananas bread but don’t want to make an entire loaf these muffins will be your saving grace. Think of these easy chocolate chia muffins as a grab and go breakfast with your morning coffee, a post workout snack or as a treat to enjoy after dinner. Ingredients you need If you like this recipe you’ll be sure to love my boozy banana bread muffin recipe too!...

Calling all snickerdoodle cookie fans! This snickerdoodle oatmeal is for YOU! All of the same great flavors found in a snicker doodle, but for breakfast! I love oatmeal because it can be made in s everal different ways and for its health benefits! Oatmeal contains soluble fiber which stays in the stomach longer and helps you feel fuller, longer. This can prevent overeating or binge eating later on in the day, which may help you maintain a healthy weight....

Gingerbread Biscotti might be my new favorite holiday cookie. ? I know that’s such a bold statement when these hot cocoa cookies and iced oatmeal cookies are also high up on my list but I truly mean it! This twice baked cookie has an extra crisp outside that gives you that much expected crisp “snap” as you sink into the cookie center. Quite possibly the best part of this Gingerbread Biscotti is that it gets dipped in white chocolate and then given a double drizzle of white chocolate....

When you don’t feel like making a classic lasagna , grab some cheese ravioli and make this ravioli lasagna recipe ! The lasagna is very simple and no, you aren’t required to identify as lazy to make and love this recipe! But if you are feeling lazy…you’ll be happy you found this ravioli lasagna recipe 🙂 It’s fun to make and ultra yummy. The layers look like this: Sauce, ravioli, meat sauce, ravioli, ricotta mixture, more ravioli, more sauce, cheese!...

I am SO happy with a purchase I made this last weekend…I bought the spiralizer attachment for my Kitchen Aid!!! Best $100 I have spent in a long long time. Now I want to spiralize everything possible! The first thing I wanted to make was zoodles (zucchini noodles) so I made them with eggplant parmesan. It was a perfect low carb and meatless dish for a Saturday night spent in while listening to the rain....

I love creating ways to eat grapes besides just snacking on them! Plus, they are healthy for us too! All grapes—red, green and black—contain polyphenols and these polyphenols are found in every part of the grape: the skin, the flesh and the seeds. Polyphenols promote antioxidant activity and influence cell-to-cell communications. Numerous studies suggest that polyphenols contribute to heart health, with emerging evidence suggesting that they may also play a role in healthy aging....

Strawberries are in season and I can’t get enough of them which I why this strawberry salsa is on repeat in my house right now! The brilliant colors of this delicious, sweet and flavorful salsa make this a stand out among all other fresh salsas. Of course, it is super easy to make too. With just 9 ingredients the flavors run through each flavorful spoonful. All summer long you’ll find me making this salsa and serving it with salmon and salad for a light lunch or with rice or a lemony pasta for something more satisfying....

This Slow Cooker Sausage, Kale, and White Bean Soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly nights. Made with savory sausage, tender beans, and fresh kale, this soup is the ultimate comfort meal. This soup is best topped with the fresh parsley dressing and served with crusty bread for the ultimate cozy meal. For more slow cooker soups, try my Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup , Crockpot Tortellini Minestrone Soup , or my Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken Soup ....

Creating these Strawberry Shortcake Popsicles We may be saying goodbye to summer but why do we have to say goodbye to cold & satisfying treats?! I don’t know about you guys but I am a cold dessert lover year round. Ingredients you will need Step by Step Directions What popsicle mold do you recommend? How long do popsicles need to freeze? More recipes you will love Supplies you will need During those cozy nights in when I am craving a cold treat (like ice cream) but want something a little on the healthier side, I love having one of these Strawberry Shortcake popsicles on hand to sneak out of the freezer....

Arancini Rice Balls are simply awesome! After enjoying many arancini at one of our favorite local restaurants I decided it was time to make them myself. The gooey mozzarella in the center is a wonderful surprise and dipping them in marinara or tomato sauce is an absolute must! (However, dipping in a basil pesto sounds equally amazing). I love serving these Italian rice balls as appetizers or they are delicious on their own with a salad (like this Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad ) or soup (like this Vegetable Soup )....

Biscoff Banana Bread entered the group chat. 😍 There is so much to love about a slice of classic banana bread or this seasonal favorite pumpkin banana bread , but this Biscoff Banana Bread takes banana bread to the next level. Each bite is filled with notes of cinnamon and a rich caramelized flavor from the cookie butter. I like to top the bread with a simple cookie butter glaze and some crushed-up Biscoff cookies for added texture because it looks so pretty!...

Creating this Black Tea Fruit Smoothie Recipe With so many fruit smoothie recipes out there, I knew I had to make mine different! Smoothies are perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack or even dessert. This recipe is made with black tea, milk, yogurt, frozen berries and bananas . Smoothies are so versatile; you can mix, and match ingredients based on what you have! Whatever combination of ingredients you choose for your fruit smoothie, it will only take a matter of minutes to whip up a delicious drink filled with ingredients to keep you energized for you day....