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Pumpkin Bars will fill your house with the cozy tastes and smells of the holidays. Moist tender cake-like bars flavored with pumpkin and warming spices meld with rich butter and cream cheese frosting for a bar so good, it’s hard to stop at just one! Easy Pumpkin Bars These pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are so easy to make in one bowl.Canned pumpkin is paired with simple pantry ingredients. Moist and sweet pumpkin bars are perfect for dessert, coffee breaks, or guests....

Crispy on the outside, tender and fluffy on the inside, and topped with the perfect combination of savory garlic and tangy Parmesan, this is an easy upscale for fries. Why We Love These Fries They’re baked or air-fried so they’re crisp and not greasy. They pack a big punch of flavor but are easy to make. Cut potatoes into thin strips, wedges, or steak fries. They go great with anything from burgers to steaks....

Learning how to freeze corn and preserve a fresh bounty is not only a good idea, it’s super easy! What Types of Corn is Best for Freezing? Sweet varieties of corn are best for freezing because they maintain their flavor better than starchier varieties. Choose ears that have neat, plump rows of intact kernels and smell sweet! To Blanche or Not to Blanche? Blanching corn on the cob whole preserves its color and texture and makes it easier to remove whole kernels from the cob when it’s frozen, but it’s not absolutely necessary....

How to Keep Your Dish Cloths Clean & Fresh! Love it? Pin it to SAVE it! Follow Spend With Pennies on Pinterest for more great tips, ideas and recipes! Add your own great tips in the comments below! There is nothing worse than stinky kitchen cloths and towels. Yuck! However, it is very common for them to get a mildewy or unpleasant smell if they are not kept clean and fresh....

This parmesan crusted fish is tasty and takes just minutes to prepare and serve. It is perfect served with your favorite coleslaw or a fresh Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing. Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Recipe There is nothing better than a quick weeknight meal on a busy weeknight. This easy easy tilapia recipe hits the mark on both counts! Tender tilapia fillets are dipped in an egg mixture, coated with parmesan seasoned panko crumbs and pan-fried till golden brown....

I got this recipe from my sister who got this recipe from a friend who got it from a friend… and it is being passed on with rave reviews! Now I know why! This is a VERY simple dessert but tastes completely amazing! Nobody would ever guess how quick it was to throw together. Please, please, please do NOT skip the caramel sauce. It is SO easy and such a great addition to this recipe!...

If you’ve never made a poke cake before, you have to try it! They are easy to make and so good, the Jell-O keeps the cake extra moist! Items You’ll Need For This Recipe White Cake Mix * Red & Blue Jell-O * 9×13 Pan * More Recipes You’ll Love Flag Cake with Cheesecake Topping Frosty Patriotic Punch 4th of July Layered Jello Stuffed Strawberry Pops Strawberry Cupcakes with Fresh Strawberry Frosting Red White and Blue Poke Cake Nutrition Information Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used....

They can be enjoyed by the handful as a snack or added to salads for a flavorful crunch. A Great Snack or Topping Falafel isn’t the only recipe chickpeas are popular for! Fried chickpeas are a fun switch from popcorn and can be seasoned the same way! No need to feel guilty about eating air fryer chickpeas by the handful! Prep in zippered snack-sized bags and toss in lunch boxes, backpacks, or briefcases all week long!...

This crockpot chili recipe combines browned beef, tomatoes, and beans in a hearty seasoned tomato broth. It simmers effortlessly in the slow cooker all day. Rainy days, snowy days, busy days, any day is a good day for a hot and hearty meal from the slow cooker! We love it for dinner and it reheats and freezes well for meals throughout the week. A Favorite Crock Pot Chili Recipe This is a very simple beef chili recipe made in the Crockpot without a lot of extras; just beef, onions, seasoning, and flavor....

If you need flavorful and tender cooked chicken breasts, this is the perfect recipe. Boneless skinless chicken breasts are gently poached with fresh herbs and a touch of broth for the perfect juicy chicken to add to any recipe! Poached chicken is my go to for quick and easy chicken breasts. They come out incredibly juicy and moist while taking very little effort. I start with fresh chicken breasts and always make a few more than I need because this chicken is not only amazing, it lasts for a few days in the fridge and freezes perfectly....

If you have a harvest of wonderfully juicy garden or farmer’s market tomatoes (or find the perfect tomatoes at the grocery) this is one of our favorite ways to enjoy them! Fresh tomatoes can make all the difference in a hearty sauce recipe or added to a sandwich or wrap. What Are Marinated Tomatoes? Combine garden fresh tomatoes with a zesty vinaigrette style dressing and let the flavors meld in the fridge....

This holiday season I’m trying to keep things as simple as possible. While I’ll admit that I’m more than a little bit behind in my Christmas shopping, I feel like I’m really rocking things in the treats department. That’s mostly because I’m opting for a lot of simple, no-bake treats that can double as gifts for friends and family. While I’m still doing my fair share of baking, by delving into no-bake desserts I’m able to double my output; multitasking by baking chocolate thumbprint cookies in the oven while whipping up a batch of peppermint bark fudge or gingerbread fudge on the stovetop....

Simply season, fry and enjoy! What is Bubble and Squeak? I first learned of Bubble and Squeak from my neighbor Julie about 30 years ago! Her family was from England and after every holiday they would enjoy bubble and squeak. This is a hearty English dish that has been around since the 18th century! Similar to colcannon, it is made with potatoes and cabbage along with optional meats like bacon or sausage....

This Ham and Potato Casserole is a delicious and very simple dinner! Ham and potatoes smothered in a homemade cheesy sauce! It makes a big meal and it’s not expensive to make! The best part is that it’s very versatile… replace cheddar with swiss, replace ham with chicken… in this recipe, they will all work beautifully! Another thing I love about this recipe is that is doesn’t start with “cream of” soup....

I’ve partnered with Zatarain’s® to bring you this belly warming casserole! How to Make Chicken Mushroom Casserole with Rice Zatarain’s® Parmesan Garlic Brown Rice with White Beans makes this recipe extra easy peasy. This rice blend has tons of flavor from garlic and parmesan plus great texture with the addition of white beans! The whole thing bakes up easily in the oven, no pre-cooking the rice required! This rice blend also makes an easy side dish recipe (ready in just 10 minutes) and packed with 9 grams of protein and 11g of fiber....

Between the combination of sweet creamy custard and fresh tart cranberries, this beautiful trifle is perfect for any time of year! What is a Trifle? A trifle is a traditional British dessert containing layers of soft cake and custard. Trifles often contain layers of fruit and/or liquors and are topped with whipped cream. Trifle Preparation I love serving trifles for dessert, especially when I am cooking for a crowd! They’re always gorgeous, easy to make and the best part is that you make them ahead of time!...

This recipe is made with a simple and fudgy one-bowl brownie batter, then swirled with a foolproof 4-ingredient cheesecake batter! Nothing beats a classic, fudgy chocolate brownie… except maybe one that’s swirled with cheesecake! These cream cheese brownies are the ultimate sweet treat, made with ripples of cheesecake and whorls of rich chocolate. They’re also incredibly easy to make, with a one-bowl brownie recipe and a simple 4-ingredient cheesecake swirl....

This grape salad recipe is a creamy fresh fruit salad with a crunchy topping. Fresh grapes are tossed in a simple sweetened cream cheese mixture and topped with crushed pecans and brown sugar. This dish is best made ahead of time so it’s great for almost any gathering. An Easy Dessert Salad Grown-ups and kids alike love this sweet, crunchy, fruit-based salad! Six ingredients and three steps? Yes, please! Grape salad is ready in one bowl in less than 10 minutes!...

I love a good chocolate dessert and this Chocolate Mousse is decadent and rich and light all at the same time! This easy version takes a shortcut to make a completely effortless rich and fluffy chocolate mousse. A classic chocolate mousse needs to cook and cool and set and whip. While there’s nothing quite like a true chocolate mousse from scratch, sometimes you just need a quick and totally effortless dessert....

Your party guests will want to load up on their plates and will request this recipe at every gathering, it’s the ultimate party dip! This post is sponsored by Mirum, but opinions expressed are my own. Queso Dip How often do you find yourself in a panic over what appetizer to bring to a party? The options are endless and this easy queso dip recipe fits the bill! It’s made with sausage (I love spicy Italian) and two kinds of cheese for a flavorful dip that everyone will love!...