This Toffee Recipe is a homemade version of Almond Roca. A buttery, crunchy treat with milk chocolate that’s perfect for the holidays! Toffee is one of my favorite kinds of candy bars, anything from Heath bars to Skor bars! My mom used to make Almond Roca every year at Christmas time. The whole family looks […]
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Peppermint Patty Bars
Homemade Peppermint Patty Bars are cool and minty, smooth and creamy. They’re BETTER than store-bought peppermint patties and EASIER to make! One of our holiday traditions is making homemade peppermint patties based on a recipe from my sister. This year I decided to make an easier version. This peppermint patty bars recipe has the best […]
Egg Bake
Make this Egg Bake recipe for overnight guests or for your family! This breakfast casserole has bacon, eggs, and cheese all in one dish. We are a breakfast loving family but oftentimes no one feel like preparing a meal right after getting up. This Egg Bake is fabulous because it can be prepare the night […]
Thanksgiving Pizza
This Thanksgiving Pizza recipe is the BEST way to eat Thanksgiving leftovers. It has turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and more all in a puff pastry crust! Have you started making your Thanksgiving plans yet? We will be spending this Thanksgiving at my sister’s house. Since both Brian and I have family living in the Minneapolis […]
Dinner Rolls
Soft, homemade Dinner Rolls are simple enough for a weeknight meal but special enough for a holiday dinner! This easy dinner roll recipe was passed down from my mom. I have been totally spoiled my whole life by getting to enjoy the fabulous homemade food my mom makes. If you’ve ever wondered where I learned […]
How To Cook A Turkey
Wondering how to cook a turkey? This is the easiest, most basic, step-by-step guide for how to cook a turkey for a stress-free Thanksgiving. The centerpiece of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner is a turkey yet so many people have told me that they’ve never made a turkey and don’t know how. To beginners, cooking a […]
Mulled Cider
This Mulled Cider recipe is easy to make with apple cider and mulling spices. Add whipped cream and caramel for a Starbucks hot apple cider! Although I love coffee drinks, it is great to have another option to offer family and friends during the holidays. Mulled cider is a favorite of everyone, from young to […]
How To Make Mashed Potatoes
Here’s how to make mashed potatoes that are smooth and creamy! They are the perfect side dish for a holiday dinner or a weeknight meal. My family loves mashed potatoes but their one requirement is that they be smooth. So I decided to figure out how to make mashed potatoes they would like more than […]
Dressing Recipe (or Stuffing)
This homemade Dressing Recipe is so much better than the boxed kind! Use it as a holiday side dish or as stuffing for a turkey. Of all the side dishes at a Thanksgiving dinner, the dressing or stuffing is right up there near the top of my favorite dishes! I will pick stuffing over mashed […]
Mini Apple Pies
Warm, flaky Mini Apple Pies are easy to make with puff pastry and apple pie filling. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel on top. These individual pies are so easy to make, and they are irresistibly good! There’s no need to pick up a McDonald’s apple pie when you can make these instead. […]
French Toast Casserole
Cinnamon sugar French Toast Casserole is the perfect breakfast for overnight guests or for a holiday brunch. It can be made ahead of time! It’s always a joy to share a delicious breakfast with family or friends. What a great way to start the day! And one way to make it even more enjoyable is […]
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Start the day with a Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with sausage, eggs, cheese, and tater tots all in one easy dish. Preparing a full breakfast for overnight guests during the holidays can be a bit tricky because there are so many dishes to complete at the same time. That is where a breakfast casserole can […]
Halloween Fudge
This Halloween Fudge recipe with Oreos is made with only four ingredients! It’s easy to prepare and looks fun on a dessert tray. This easy Halloween fudge recipe is made with only white chocolate chips, vanilla frosting, and Oreos! You can even cut it into fun shapes using cookie cutters.
Halloween Drinks For Kids
These Halloween Drinks for kids are so much fun! Decorate the cups and let them choose their favorite syrup for these non-alcoholic drinks. We love making Italian sodas with lemon-lime pop or ginger ale, cream, and flavored syrup. And we thought it would be fun to come up with some flavored Halloween kid’s drinks!
Pumpkin Scones
This homemade Pumpkin Scones recipe is easy to make! Drizzle these fall scones with white chocolate and enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. Scones don’t get nearly the attention they deserve! Everyone likes to talk about pumpkin muffins and pumpkin doughnuts, but I’ve got to admit that there’s nothing like starting the day […]
Everything Bagel Pumpkin Seeds
These crispy Everything Bagel Pumpkin Seeds are topped with everything bagel seasoning! Make these roasted pepitas for a flavorful snack! Every year, my kids want to carve pumpkins just to get the seeds (aka pepitas) so that I can make roasted pumpkin seeds. Over the years, we’ve made so many different flavors, from bacon to […]
Two Ingredient Dough Crackers
Crispy Two Ingredient Dough Crackers with rosemary and sea salt are so easy to make! Switch up the spices to make endless varieties. It’s been a couple of years since I started using two ingredient dough and we still love it. There is no waiting for yeast to rise, no pulling out half of the […]
Jalapeno Popper Bites
Jalapeno Popper Bites are deep fried, melted cheese balls stuffed with diced jalapeños and bacon, coated in crispy breadcrumbs. I’m all for the traditional jalapenos poppers but when we visited a restaurant in Rochester Minnesota called Hefe Rojo and tasted their jalapenos chicken poppers we were blown away! I decided to make my own version, […]
Jalapenos Popper Recipe
Ultimate Jalapenos Popper recipe for a party appetizer that everyone loves! Crispy on the outside with melted cheese and bacon on the inside. When it comes to appetizers, the jalapenos popper has it all! It is deep fried, cheesy and spicy, plus it includes bacon. Serve these fried peppers with seasoning ranch for dipping.
Churros Recipe
Our deep-fried Churros recipe is soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and coated in cinnamon sugar. Serve with chocolate for dipping! Surprise your family with homemade churros for Cinco de Mayo or the next time you make Mexican food for dinner! This easy recipe will guide you through the steps to make homemade […]
Donut Sticks
Flaky, buttery Donut Sticks are SUPER easy to make. These deep fried cinnamon sugar coated doughnut sticks are totally dunkable! Sometimes the easiest recipes are the best! These donut sticks are made with crescent roll dough that is deep fried and then coated with cinnamon sugar. Yet the resulting doughnut sticks are so delicious with […]
Fried Tortillas
Fried tortillas can be turned into salted tortilla chips or sweet cinnamon sugar chips that are perfect for salsas, nachos, or ice cream! You know how the tortilla chips at Mexican restaurants are so delicious because they are freshly made? You can fry tortillas at home and make your own fresh, warm, crispy chips for […]
Corn In A Cup
This Mexican Corn In A Cup recipe is a flavorful way to eat fresh sweet corn. It has all of the flavors of elote but is easier to eat! Every state has some uniquely popular foods at its state fair, from a bucket of chocolate chip cookies at the Minnesota State Fair to Indian Tacos […]
Cheese On A Stick
This irresistible Cheese On A Stick recipe make gooey, melted cheese coated in a sweet, honey flavored cornmeal batter that is fried to golden perfection. The first time I ever tried Cheese On A Stick was when I was a kid and I remember thinking it was the best thing I had ever eaten. I […]
Mini Corn Dogs
These kid-approved Mini Corn Dogs are hand dipped in a sweet, honey flavored cornmeal batter and deep fried until golden and crispy. Everyone loves mini corn dogs! Not only are they cute, but there is also no stick to deal with like there is in a full-size corn dog. Mini corn dogs can be found […]
Freezer Corn
Making Freezer Corn is super easy and it’s wonderful to be able to enjoy the delicious taste of fresh sweet corn all year long! Whether you have an excess of corn of the cob or are just planning ahead, you’ll love having freezer corn ready to go when you want it.
Corn Dip
This flavorful Corn Dip recipe is the perfect dish to bring to your next party or backyard barbecue. Serve cold or hot with corn chips or tortilla chips. This corn dip recipe is a great option all year long. In the summer, you can make it with corn on the cob and serve it cold. […]
Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
This simple Teriyaki Chicken recipe is sweet and savory with tender chicken pieces and stir-fried vegetables. Serve on a bed of rice or noodles. Oftentimes it feels like grabbing takeout is the easiest way to get dinner on the table. But there are so many easy dinner recipes that can be made at home in […]
Caramel Candy Recipe
This microwave caramel candy recipe makes soft, chewy caramels everyone loves! You can make these homemade caramels with only 5 ingredients! These caramels are fantastic because they only require a few ingredients, and you make them in the microwave! They are delicious as is, but you can also top them with sea salt, dip them […]
How To Toast Pecans
Here’s How To Toast Pecans for snacking or to use in recipes. Toast the pecans in the oven, skillet, or even the microwave. My favorite nuts are pecans and walnuts. And have you ever noticed that when you look at the vast aisle of snacking nuts, NONE of them are containers of pecans or walnuts? […]
Apple Pie Filling
This homemade Apple Pie Filling recipe is SO EASY to make! Freeze the apple filling for pie, or use it for all your favorite apple desserts! We grew up with an apple tree in our backyard. Every fall, my mom would spend a day peeling and cutting apples for freezing apple pie filling. Then, all […]
Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookie Cups
Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookie Cups are your favorite autumn drink in cookie form, complete with a pretzel handle and frosting swirl on top! One of the best things about fall is the return of all things pumpkin! Starbucks recognized how excited everyone is and now releases their pumpkin spice latte in August! I decided to […]