These copycat Olive Garden breadsticks taste exactly like the originals that we just can’t get enough of. A simple dough recipe is baked to golden perfection and slathered with butter, parmesan, garlic salt and a little basil to create breadsticks that are completely irresistible. Breadsticks are one of the most beloved items on the Olive…
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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bread Pudding
Cinnamon Toast Crunch bread pudding combines the delicious flavor of the classic sweetened cereal with the wonderful eggy texture and flavor of bread pudding. It’s a simple recipe that is heavy on flavor and light on work, the perfect dish for breakfast, brunch, or dessert! My kids love eating Cinnamon Toast Crunch and when we…
Apple Pie Bites
Apple Pie Bites are fun-sized mini apple pies packed full of cinnamon apple flavor! An easy fall dessert made from refrigerated pie crust and a homemade apple pie filling, baked to absolute perfection. These are perfect for all your fall entertaining needs! Why You Will Love These Apple Bites If you love these apple bites…
Homemade Lasagna
This homemade lasagna recipe reminds me of home during my childhood. Lasagna was always my mother’s favorite recipe to make for big family dinners. This hearty meat sauce made from scratch with added flavors from Italy. Fennel, oregano and basil will have you shouting Bon Appetit! This homemade lasagna pairs ground beef and sausage together…
Easy Chicken Taquitos
These homemade Chicken Taquitos are fried to crispy perfection on the outside and loaded with tender white meat chicken, spicy, pepper jack cheese, and punchy blend of seasonings on the inside. They’re a delicious Mexican-inspired feast that makes the perfect appetizers or main dish for your next Taco Tuesday. Living in Texas, Mexican and Tex-Mex…
Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Slow Cooker Pot Roast is one of those comfort food meals that just hits the spot every time. It’s hearty, packed with flavor, and honestly couldn’t be easier to make. You toss everything in the slow cooker, walk away, and a few hours later, you’ve got this tender, fall-apart roast that smells amazing and tastes…
Peach Crumb Bars
Peach crumb bars are the perfect combination of ooey gooey and crispy crumbly in one delicious dessert. Delicious fresh peaches, cinnamon, and brown sugar come together with a delicious, crumbly batter to create a dessert that has all the flavors of fall in one fruity bar that no one can say no to. I don’t…
Shrimp Chow Mein
I love Chinese food. One of the things I love most about Chinese food is the chow mein. Rice is good, but no other Chinese side dish beats chow mein, especially when it has a very hearty recipe and comes packed with everything you would want in a full meal. That’s what my shrimp chow…
Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is creamy, cheesy, loaded with juicy seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, and that tangy ranch flavor we all love. It’s the kind of easy, comforting dinner that makes everyone at the table happy. This bacon chicken ranch pasta is perfect for those hectic weekdays when you’re short on time, but it’s also…
Peach Cream Cheese Danish
The peach cream cheese danish is full of everything we love about these delicious pastry treats. Fresh peaches and a sweet, cream cheese mixture are wrapped up in a flaky puff pastry creates a sweet treat that’s perfect with coffee or milk. I love making sweet treats for my family. Of course, that usually means…
Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake
This Pumpkin Cheesecake makes a rich and decadent fall dessert you’re going to love! It’s made with a layer of cheesecake and a layer of pumpkin pie nestled in a homemade graham cracker crust. Finish it off with crunchy sweet pecans and whipped cream, it’s the perfect dessert for Thanksgiving and more! This pumpkin pie…
Apple Cinnamon Hand Pies
Apple Hand Pies are buttery, flaky, and full of sweet apple filling. They are easy to eat, so you don’t have to worry about getting your hands messy or even a plate. You can enjoy them warm right out of the oven or at room temperature, making them perfect for any occasion. You’ll love these…
Bow Tie Pasta Salad
This Italian bow tie pasta salad recipe is probably the easiest recipe you’ll ever make, and it pulls double duty as a side or main dish! Made with simple, fresh ingredients, this pasta salad is the very definition of “ease”. Whenever I’m pressed for time and in need of a dish quickly, I always opt…
Cool and Creamy Peach Pretzel Salad
Summer’s just around the corner-and that means sunshine, heat, and peach season! And what’s a better salty-sweet combo than juicy peaches and crunchy pretzels? This Peach Pretzel Salad is a can’t-miss dish for every cookout and family hangout. Cool, creamy, sweet, and salty-Peach Pretzel Salad has just the right balance for a go-to summer dessert….
Raspberry Pretzel Salad
This raspberry pretzel salad will have everyone who sees it drooling! Filled with a sweet cream cheese and Cool Whip mixture and topped with raspberry jello with fresh raspberries included, all sitting on top of a crunchy, salty layer of pretzels, this raspberry pretzel salad is the absolute definition of sweet and savory deliciousness. Raspberry…
Easy Fried Rice
One thing that serves every home cook well is knowing how to make good fried rice. I have a quick and easy homemade fried rice that’s fast and simple and is a great recipe. Most importantly, it tastes terrific. This recipe for easy fried rice uses simple ingredients and a very simple 8 step process…
Spicy Beef Pasta
Here’s a good idea for something to make tonight! I don’t think I have ever not been in the mood for creamy pasta or spicy beef. I could be all set to feast on something like grilled teriyaki chicken with rice, or smoked salmon and steamed vegetables. But as soon as anyone says the words…
Frozen Raspberry Dessert
This frozen raspberry dessert is a fruity dream! Filled with fresh raspberries, sugar, and creamy goodness, this recipe is almost like an ice cream pie. It’s the perfect dish for the hot summer months. I’ll let you in on a secret, though, it’s also great the rest of the year, too! I’m a big fan…
Crock Pot Queso with Italian Sausage
This Crock Pot Sausage Queso Dip gives our favorite traditional queso a twist with the great flavors of Italian sausage. The combination of Italian sausage, cheese, Rotel, and other tasty ingredients meld perfectly to create a dip that will have everyone coming back for more. Queso dip is a big favorite of my family, especially…
Taco Pasta
Taco Pasta is filled with tender pasta shells, seasoned ground beef, salsa, green chilies, and corn, making it the perfect weeknight dinner. This easy recipe makes you wonder how you ever lived without it. Living in Texas, tacos are like their own food group in my house. But sometimes, even your favorites need a little…
Frozen Blueberry Dessert
This frozen blueberry dessert is as easy as it is delicious. A graham cracker crust is topped with a sweet and creamy, thick, blueberry filling, then topped with a blueberry and cool whip topping that tastes amazing. Then it’s all frozen and served up cold and delicious. It’s the perfect summer dessert recipe. When summer…
Pepperoni Bagel Bites
These Pepperoni Bagel Bites are a delicious and homemade appetizer recipe perfect for any party, game day event, family gathering or a weekday snack. Made with homemade mini bagels, these bagel bites are super flavorful and are loaded with cheese, spaghetti sauce, and pepperonis. If you want to make a homemade appetizer that will knock…
Easy Club Sandwich Recipe
This Club Sandwich Recipe is a classic for a reason. With layers of turkey, ham, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, two kinds of cheese, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomatoes, it’s simple, it’s stacked, and you can’t go wrong. Every time we go to our local deli, I always order a chicken salad sandwich or a classic…
Easy Beef and Bean Enchiladas
Whenever I get the chance to dine at a good Mexican restaurant I have a hard time not ordering a combo with enchiladas. To me it is easily one of the most satisfying Mexican dishes and it mostly has to do with that distinct red sauce and the gooey melted cheese. These Easy Beef and…
Cherry Cream Cheese Danish
This Cherry Cream Cheese Danish is a delicious summer dessert recipe that is easy to make, filled with a smooth cream cheese mixture and a sweet fresh cherry filling and then finished with a lovely glaze. It’s a delectable dessert that comes together quickly and satisfies even the largest sweet tooth! I love danish and…
Cajun Buttered Corn on the Cob
There are about five good months out of the year that are perfect for making seasoned corn on the cob. Corn season coincides perfectly with grilling season, but you can cook your fresh corn indoors as well. From June to mid-October is the best time to buy, but you can prep your corn and freeze…
Lemon Pound Cake
This glazed lemon pound cake is a double shot of lemon deliciousness that everyone will love. Dense, tender pound cake infused with lemon juice and zest is coated with a simple glaze that balances the sweetness of powdered sugar with the tartness of more lemon juice and zest to create a delicious treat that can’t…
Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding
Cinnamon raisin bread pudding is a rich, decadent dessert that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Rich challah bread is combined with cinnamon, plump raisins, and cinnamon vanilla coffee creamer and topped with a sweet glaze. It all comes together to create a bread pudding that is rich, moist, and neither too wet…
Crisp and Tangy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad
This Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad is backyard BBQ-ready and picnic-perfect! Crisp, tangy, and packed with classic flavors, this easy pasta salad brings a bright and briny bite that’s made for summer cookouts, family dinners, and anyone who can’t get enough pickles. When it comes to summertime staples, nothing says “come over and grab a plate”…
Potato Salad
This potato salad recipe is filled with all the delicious flavors we’ve come to know and love in our potato salad. A creamy base of mayo and mustard envelopes potatoes, along with crisp onions and celery, dill pickles, and eggs to create a cool, creamy, and tangy side dish that pairs perfectly with everything from…
Peanut Butter S’mores Brownies
I got to mix two passions together with this recipe for peanut butter s’mores brownies and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. The name says it all so let’s get into the important stuff you need to know in order to make this spectacular delicious dessert. Are Peanut Butter S’mores Brownies Really Possible?…
Southwest Chicken Wraps
Everybody has a version of Southwest Chicken Wraps. When it comes to chicken, the Southwest version of dressing it up is ubiquitous not just in the region, but all over the united states. I don’t know about you, but whenever I find chicken wraps or chicken salad anywhere Southwestern is one of the most common…
Loaded Roasted Potatoes
Loaded roasted potatoes are a family favorite that’s perfect for any occasion. Loaded with beef, cheese, and all the southwestern flavors you could ask for, these potatoes are an easy to make recipe that’s full of flavor, NOT full of work. Ah, potatoes. What aren’t they good for? You can bake them, mash them, fry…
Blueberry Streusel Cake
Blueberry streusel cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. This rich tender cake is bursting with delicious blueberry and cinnamon flavor and topped with a wonderful crispy top layer that adds an extra layer of flavor and crunch to what is already a decadent coffee cake. Served up with a cup of coffee or…
Sugar Cookies
Ready to fill a cookie jar? I have a uniquely irresistible and easy sugar cookies recipe you are going to want to try right away. This sugar cookie (with white chocolate chips) is made with a pleasant and intriguing combination of ingredients. It won’t taste like any other sugar cookie you’ve ever had. The recipe…
Bang Bang Chicken
Craving a dish with explosive flavor? You’ve come to the right place! Bang Bang Chicken is fiery, zesty, and packs an irresistible punch with the perfect balance of spicy heat and savory sweetness in every crispy bite. Inspired by the popular appetizer, this version kicks it up a notch with high heat and a creamy,…
Macaroni and Cheese
This mac and cheese is the last macaroni and cheese recipe you’ll ever look for. Rich, creamy, and with just the right amount of kick, this mac and cheese is quick and easy, and is loaded with cheddar and pepper jack cheese, sour cream, and, my favorite, Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning. It’s the ultimate…
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These Buffalo Chicken Sliders make the perfect game day eat, appetizer, or even family dinner with a fun, finger food twist. Crispy, zesty buffalo-style fried chicken breasts are topped with delicious, melty cheese, placed on Hawaiian rolls, and then broiled to perfection. It’s a recipe that has everyone begging for more. I like my food…
Honey BBQ Chicken Wraps
It’s summer, which means it’s time for BBQs and picnics! These Honey BBQ Chicken Wraps are perfect for a summer day. They are easy to make and only takes about 10 minutes of prep time. The whole family will love this dish because it combines all the flavors everyone loves about BBQ in one delicious…
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Looking for the best recipe for Stuffed Bell Peppers? This classic comfort food recipe is simple to make and will remind you of Sunday night dinners. Make this delicious dinner any night of the week and put a smile on your face. Stuffed Peppers When talking about comfort food, stuffed peppers are always mentioned. That…