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Spice blends like this one are so good because they are made without preservatives—or heaps of sugar or salt! Fresh ingredients make this recipe the best, it’s perfect for seasoning chicken wings or salmon. A Fave Savory Seasoning Everyone loves seasoning blends, but I love freshly made DIY versions! This seasoning blend is super versatile, it’s perfect for salmon or to sprinkle on Air Fryer Fish & Chips. It takes just minutes to mix up some lemon pepper seasoning with ingredients most pantries keep on hand....

This is ahhhh-mazing! For real! It was my first ice cream cake and now I wonder… why did I not make one sooner? Why on earth did I bake all of those cakes all these years when my kids would’ve been just as happy (or happier) with an ice cream cake that takes just a few minutes to make! This was easy, delicious and gorgeous! I made my own fudge sauce which took all of 5 minutes and was TOTALLY worth it!...

A variation on traditional Rice Krispies Treats, this peanut butter version packs flavor and is still super simple to make just like another chocolatey favorite…Chocolate Oreo Rice Krispie Treats, OR, a peanut buttery favorite, Peanut Butter Balls! How To Make Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats This is as easy as 1, 2, 3, and as delicious as can be! Melt the butter and peanut butter together and then melt the marshmallows....

I love oven baked chicken breasts because they’re quick and easy but baking with the bone in and skin on adds extra flavor and keeps the chicken incredibly juicy! What Is a Split Chicken Breast? Boneless breasts are great for recipes like chicken piccata or chicken marsala. But for super juicy roast chicken, use split chicken breasts! It may sound like a fancy cut of meat, but a split chicken breast is a chicken breast with a bone and skin....

These are the BEST mashed potatoes, incredibly buttery and creamy, easy to make, and the perfect addition to every meal. I’ve included all of my best tips and a complete “how to make mashed potatoes” guide for absolute perfection every time! How to Mashed Potatoes That Are Always Perfect Mashed potatoes (and stuffing) are the best part of any Thanksgiving or holiday meal and the perfect side with almost anything! They go especially well with sauces, gravy or things like Salisbury steak, beef tips, or Swiss steak....

Who doesn’t love pizza? Ooey gooey cheese, zesty sauce with a soft crispy crust… it’s definitely a favorite around here! This is a super quick version of pizza, perfect for a weekend snack for the kiddos (or the grown ups!). These pizza twists take just a few minutes to whip up and even less time to be gobbled up! I’ve added pepperoni to this recipe… you can add whatever toppings you like....

This easy, flaky, butter pie crust will convert you to the real thing for life! Especially when baking a homemade blueberry pie or American classic apple pie. Step-by-Step Pie Crust While this pie crust only calls for five ingredients, you will want to follow these tips for the best outcome! Once you get the hang of it, you’ll be making pies like a pro. Tips for perfect pie crust Make sure the butter is COLD for the flakiest crust....

Turn a traditional lasagna or a chicken lasagna into a easy roll up following this recipe. Already individually portioned these rolls ups are perfect for a potluck or a family gathering! What’s in a Lasagna Roll Up? Lasagna is a classic dish that most of us grew up on and a meal that my whole family loves! Layers of pasta, hearty meat sauce, fresh or frozen spinach, and cheese baked until warm and gooey....

My family loves this recipe served alongside our favorite meatloaf recipe, and I bet yours will too. Whose eyes don’t light up when they see a steaming dish of slow cooker scalloped potatoes on the table? The perfect comfort food. Perfectly roasted potatoes, baked or mashed potatoes, I love spuds in any form! Scalloped is a favorite from my mother’s famous baked scalloped potatoes and ham in a casserole dish, smothered in a white sauce....

Brussels sprouts are tossed in a buttery honey glaze with a bit of heat and roasted in the oven to golden perfection! This post is sponsored by Mirum, all opinions expressed are my own. An Easy Side Dish We love these Brussels sprouts because they’re not the same ol’ side dish, they’re full of sweet heat and flavor. These are easy to make with ingredients you might already have on hand....

Everyone loves a great ranch dressing for everything from salads to dipping pizza crust. Adding avocado to the mix makes it velvety, rich, and is 1000x better than any store bought avocado dressing I’ve tried. A Dressing or Topping We love dressings that do double or even triple duty! Drizzle this dressing over a tossed salad or use it in an avocado pasta salad. It makes for a great dip for fresh veggies, crackers or even pita....

Made with pasta, a creamy Alfredo sauce, and chicken breasts, this baked pasta dish is perfect for the freezer too! Italian favorites like lasagna, stuffed shells, or a bowl of this Chicken Alfredo pasta are great meals to have in the freezer and pop in the oven when we’re short on time. How to Make Chicken Alfredo Easy pasta recipes like this Chicken Alfredo Bake may need a bit of prep but in the end, you have a hearty meal in the fridge or freezer and almost no dinner time clean up....

Slow cooker pork chops are melt-in-your-mouth tender and smothered in a creamy mushroom and onion gravy. The prep is extra fast for this easy recipe! Hearty, heartwarming, and so easy to make, the slow cooker does all of the work! It’s an easy dish that everyone will agree on! Here’s Why These Are the Best This is a childhood comfort food turned into an effortless make-ahead dish. Oh, so many reasons we think these are the best crock pot pork chops....

What are Zoodles? Zoodles are a simple keto side dish made using a spiralizer to create ribbons or noodles out of zucchini. They are easy to make (you can use a vegetable peeler if you don’t have a spiralizer) and are ready in no time flat. A simple creamy sauce (that is not loaded with fat or heavy cream) is the perfect way to dress these for a healthy yet decadent dish!...

There’s nothing quite like a weekend morning breakfast of fluffy French Toast smothered in real maple syrup! Serve with strawberries, blueberries, honey butter, or a side of oven-cooked bacon and be the hit of the day! What is French Toast? Who Invented French Toast? While no one quite knows exactly how French Toast got its name, it isn’t a French recipe. It is claimed that French Toast was originally a Roman recipe of bread that was soaked in milk and then fried....

Serve this easy meal with a tossed salad and some crusty bread for dunking. What Is Chicken Tortellini Soup? Tortellini soup is often cream, cheese and fat laden but this recipe is deliciously fresh. In addition to diced chicken and aromatic vegetables, it includes a simple tomato broth and cheese-filled tortellini. Savory home-cooked comfort at its best! Flavor this soup with dried Italian herb seasoning for a delicious taste without having to pull out tons of spices, this herb mix combines basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary....

Tender juicy chicken breasts crusted in our favorite cheesy Doritos and baked to crispy perfection. Serve them with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping! If I indulge in one snack, I’m pretty much going guarantee it’s going to be Doritos! They’re one of my all time favorite treats and while the Nacho Cheese is my favorite, I’ll eat ANY flavor! My kids love chicken and I usually make a Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken into perfect crispy chicken strips....

Using a super easy, pre-cooked gravy base/broth along with all those deliciously browned turkey drippings makes the best turkey gravy you have ever tasted! If you’d like to make this extra quick, you can use store bought turkey or chicken broth. How to Make Turkey Gravy Don’t stress over making gravy for this year’s festive feast! Crock Pot Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole, and No Boil Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are part of my “holiday survival kit” that keep me sane and happy while I host a houseful of people!...

Pita bread has a mild flavor and a gentle chew, it’s great for filling, dipping, or scooping. This recipe is easy and fun to make. A Versatile Bread Some types of pita are thicker and don’t have a pocket (like the ones you often see at your favorite Greek restaurants served with souvlaki). This recipe is an old church recipe that produces a thin pita with a large hollow pocket inside....

There’s nothing better than strawberry rhubarb pie or warm rhubarb crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can enjoy these treats year round, once you follow these tips for how to freeze rhubarb raw. How to Prepare Rhubarb for Freezing Choose firm rhubarb with good color. Ensure that the rhubarb appears to be in great healthy shape before you begin. Rhubarb stalks are the only part of the plant that should be eaten, as the leaves are toxic....