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Jiffy Corn Casserole That’s right! We used a box of Jiffy corn muffin mix to make this delicious and cheesy corn casserole. It not only cuts down on cooking time but creates a dreamy, muffin-like texture that will have you savoring every bite. Serve this perfect side dish at your next Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas dinner, or at any holiday table this year — we bet it won’t last long! Trademark Note: In the spirit of transparency, I want to note that some of these ingredients are trademarked products....

Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Recipe Cranberry bliss bars are a classic Starbucks treats that is only available a few months out of the year in the winter months. They come out when Starbucks releases their winter line of drinks. Cranberry bliss bars are super popular and sometimes sell out! These blondie bars with cranberries and white chocolate are soft, chewy, and full of cranberry flavor. You get a bit of crunch from the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries in the blondie bar and on top....

What’s in this Esquites recipe This Mexican street food recipe is creamy, cheesy, and so easy to make. Corn, mayo, crema, and lime are traditionally served in a cup for easy snacking, but you can also serve it simply as a side dish. Corn: I recommend using freshly-cooked corn on the cob, or grilled Mexican corn, and cutting off the kernels. This creates the best, freshest, most delicious flavor. But you can use canned or frozen corn for a quicker option....

Focaccia is one of my favorite breads to make at home. It’s really straight forward to make and is so packed full of flavor. There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread! How to Make The Best Focaccia Recipe Spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick spray. Pour 4 tablespoons really good extra virgin olive oil in the bottom of the pan. (*Note: The spray keeps the bread from sticking and the olive oil will give the bottom crust & sides great crunch and flavor....

French Vanilla Iced Coffee with Homemade Vanilla Syrup This Vanilla Iced Coffee with Homemade Syrup just might have made me a good Mom this weekend! Recently I’ve felt like we have been SO busy with Summer winding down, and every week is jam packed with activity. As a business owner AND Mom of a 15 month old bowling ball, we have busy days, and then busier days. Last week I had all the normal tasks of running the blog/business but also filmed 7 cooking videos, participating in a special secret BIG project coming your way soon, and celebrated my bday....

Easy German Potato Salad Recipe If you prefer your potato salad on the tangy side rather than loaded with creamy mayonnaise, then this German potato salad is a must try. Simple to make, this potato side dish is perfect to serve all year round at picnics, cookouts and BBQS, or during the holidays. Top with some crispy bacon for a real treat. Be sure to check out my Instant Pot Potato Salad, Pesto Potato Salad, Ranch Potato Salad, and Creamy Potato Salad too!...

Baking is one of my favorite pastimes and I love making my own bread, however, you don’t always have time to allow it to rise and that’s where quick breads like this come in. Made with cranberry and orange it’s the perfect seasonal treat! How to Make Glazed Lemon Cranberry Bread A sweet quick bread recipe Because there is no yeast in this bread recipe, you don’t need to allow time to let it rise, so it’s a great recipe to try if you are short on time....

What’s in this Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe? This gluten free chocolate chip cookies recipe is so good, you won’t miss that pesky gluten. Bake the ultimate soft chocolate chip cookies with gluten-free flour and cornstarch! Butter: Salted butter enhances the rich, chocolatey flavor of these cookies. Sugar: A mixture of granulated and dark brown sugar gives these cookies a sweet, molasses-y flavor that’ll keep you coming back for more....

Why We Love This Gooey Butter Cookie Recipe Being from St. Louis, it wouldn’t be Christmas baking season in my family without a batch of homemade gooey butter cookies! Rich, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, these sweet cookies are always a hit. You can’t stop at just one! Gooey. There’s nothing quite like soft, creamy gooey butter cake in cookie form. Tangy. Cream cheese gives these cookies their signature flavor. Irresistible. You can’t stop at just one!...

If you’re looking for a ridiculously simple side dish that’ll really wow your guests, my green beans almondine is a real winner. Fresh green beans, crunchy almonds, butter, lemon, and garlic are all you need to make this elegant and delicious side. It pairs well with almost any meal, and it’s nice and light to accompany heavier holiday sides. How to Store and Reheat Store leftover green beans almondine in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months....

Why We Love This Homemade Buffalo Sauce Recipe Homemade Buffalo Sauce is the best way to make Buffalo wings at home. Why buy a pre-made wing sauce at the store when you could just learn how to make Buffalo sauce instead? Simple. This homemade Buffalo sauce recipe is really easy to make. It only takes about 15 minutes from start to finish so you can make it just before you cook your Buffalo wings....

I love how quickly this fettuccine and chicken alfredo recipe comes together. I used to rely on jarred sauces, but I’ve found that it’s actually really easy to make a creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce from scratch, which leads to a restaurant-worthy pasta dish! What’s in this Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo? The best homemade chicken Alfredo recipes have a short list of ingredients. Inexpensive kitchen staples come together to make a creamy, flavorful, and easy pasta dinner!...

Homemade Chili Seasoning There’s not much better than a warm, rich and comforting chili, be it meat of vegetarian. This chili seasoning is guaranteed to punch up in chili dish, can easily be made at home. In fact, I bet you have all the ingredients in your spice cabinet right now. How To Make Homemade Chili Seasoning – Step By Step Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!...

Pat almost died when I made these homemade cool ranch Doritos. I mean, this is his version of heaven. And since they’re homemade, we are telling ourselves they are healthy. Of course, they’re fried, which means they are not actually healthy, but… we are in denial. And I’m okay with that! Besides, I’ll always take a homemade version, where I know exactly what’s in them, over a bag of chips made in a factory....

When I’m running short on time in the evenings, shrimp is one of my go to’s. Super quick to cook and easy to add flavor to, they have saved me on many days! These honey sesame shrimp are a great healthy alternative to takeout. They are sweet and sticky and perfectly juicy. I know you will love these! Be sure to check out my Bang Bang Shrimp , Pesto Shrimp and Garlic Butter Shrimp too!...

Honey Soy Marinated Drumsticks Recipe These Asian-inspired drumsticks are finger-lickin good thanks to the deliciously sticky sauce. The chicken marinade is made with honey, soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, and ginger for a flavor that really packs a punch. On game day (which is like a holiday in my house), I love easy recipes like this that I can toss together and not fuss over. The drumsticks marinate for just half an hour, then the oven does all the work for me....

When the temperatures drop, my body craves a piping hot bowl of ham and bean soup, but I don’t always have the time to watch pots simmer on the stovetop. That’s where my trusty pressure cooker comes in! This Instant Pot ham and bean soup is so quick and easy to make, and it’s loaded with fresh veggies and beans for one hearty and filling dish. Tips for Success Liquid smoke is also a great addition if you are looking for a smokey flavor....

King Ranch Chicken Macaroni and Cheese Recipe King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese is so creamy and delicious. You’re going to love this fun King Ranch Chicken Recipe! KING RANCH CHICKEN MAC AND CHEESE makes me soooo happy (and fat)! I just know you’re going to love this fun and tasty King Ranch Chicken Recipe as much as we do. Growing up, King Ranch Chicken was one of the recipes we would request Mom make time and time again....

What’s in margherita chicken? This margherita chicken breast recipe is so stunning and simple! Here are a few of my favorite ingredients that make it so good: Tomatoes: I like to use roma tomatoes because they have the best shape when sliced and placed on top of the chicken. However, really any tomatoes will work well. Chicken Stock: Use homemade chicken stock if you can! It really creates the very best flavor....

Mediterranean Chicken Bake This Baked Mediterranean Chicken recipe is the perfect healthy and delicious casserole. Plus it’s made in one pan for the ultimate easy meal! This Mediterranean Chicken Casserole is filled with all kinds of tasty and healthy things! They say that the “Mediterranean diet” is one of the healthiest on the planets, so making a dish filled with ingredients from the region seems like a great way to create a balanced dinner....