Strawberry pretzel salad is a vintage classic. This jello salad features a buttery pretzel crust, tangy cream cheese filling, and a sweet strawberry topping. Let me start out this post for Strawberry Pretzel Salad by saying I know this is not a salad. But it’s been a midwest staple dessert for as long as I …
This classic no-bake cheesecake boasts a thick layer of light, fluffy filling on top of a classic graham cracker crust. One of the absolute easiest recipes you can make for summer entertaining is No-Bake Cheesecake. It’s super easy to throw together, requires simple ingredients, and is perfect if you make it the night before you …
Taco casserole is a simple dinner that will satisfy the whole family. Top this casserole with your favorite taco toppings to give it your own personal spin! Is there anything more comforting than a casserole? Maybe it’s just because I grew up in the Midwest, but casseroles are total comfort food to me. Whether it’s …
Sugar Cookie Bars are all the chewy goodness of your favorite sugar cookies but in an easy-to-make bar form! Top them with sweet buttercream frosting and your favorite sprinkles for a fun dessert everyone will love. This post contains affiliate links. We are a family of sugar cookie lovers. Chewy sugar cookies, soft sugar cookies, …
English Muffin Bread has all the same nooks and crannies as your favorite English muffins in a sliceable bread form. Pop it in the toaster and slather it with butter and jam for the best piece of toast you’ve ever had. This post contains affiliate links. Do you ever make a recipe where you aren’t …
Creamy, decadent Homemade Scalloped Potatoes are right at home alongside your holiday ham. This dish is deceptively simple to make but will impress all of your dinner guests. This post contains affiliate links. I’ve never met a potato that I didn’t like. Knowing how to bake potatoes is obviously a must, and I can’t get …
These Raspberry Bars are as easy as can be to make! This recipe uses cake mix, oats, and brown sugar to create a delicious crumble topping over the top of a raspberry jam filling. I feel like we’re pretty much stuck in an endless winter situation here in Ohio. Yes, I know it’s only February. …
Rum Balls are a classic holiday treat. Boozy, chocolatey and rich, store these beauties in the refrigerator for several days for an even better flavor! Ohio is clearly a little confused in terms of the weather right now. It was sunny and almost 50 degrees today which is a little disappointing considering Christmas is in …
Sugar dipped peanut butter cookies topped with Hershey’s Kisses.
Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes are easy to make with a cake mix but taste like you spent hours making them! These easy pumpkin cupcakes are perfect for any fall gathering. I am all about keeping things simple at this time of year. Instead of cooking at home, we’re ordering pizza and wings for pre-trick-or-treat dinner and …
Pumpkin Bread is loaded with warm spices and full of delicious pumpkin flavor. This recipe will become one of your absolute favorites! There is just something about quick breads that make me happy. They’re one of my absolute favorite things to bake no matter the season. They come together super easily, they’re often delicious for …
Orange Fruit Dip is sweet, tangy, and popping with the flavors of orange! This dip is perfect for pairing with your favorite fruits. Earlier this week, I actually went shopping inside our local grocery store instead of doing curbside pickup. I’ve definitely popped into the store here and there to pickup a couple of random …
This simple Spicy Guacamole recipe is made with avocados, tomatoes, jalapeño, lime, garlic, cilantro, and an extra kick from Sriracha. Make this guacamole as mild or as spicy as you like! I’m all for trying different foods – at least once. Sometimes one bite is all it takes to make me a convert. Other times, …
This Fresh Basil Pesto is as bright and delicious as it gets. Try it on pasta, in a sandwich, or simply with a loaf of crusty bread. ‘Tis the season for planting our little garden around here. I usually kill everything – except mint, that stuff grows out of concrete! – but I still try for …
Macaroni and Cheese made with roasted chicken, goat cheese, and fresh rosemary.
Peppermint Oreos are combined with cream cheese and crushed candy canes and in dipped in candy melts to create Peppermint Oreo Cookie Balls. They’re simple and so delicious.
Homemade French Onion Dip made with sour cream, mayonnaise and caramelized onions.
Creamy Pumpkin Dip made with cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice.
Inside-Out Apple Crisp- Baked Granny Smith Apples stuffed with oats, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice. A simple, quick dessert for a cozy fall evening.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars are packed with two kinds of peanut butter and plenty of jam. These bars are a delicious way to turn a favorite childhood sandwich into dessert! I don’t know what it is about this time of year, but it seems like every September, right around back-to-school time, I get a …
A simple no bake cheesecake made with cream cheese, whipped topping, lemon zest and raspberries.
Eclair Cake is one of the easiest no-bake desserts of all-time. Graham crackers layered with a vanilla filling and chocolate frosting is reminiscent of an eclair without any of the effort. I don’t know about you, but lately, I feel like all I do is cook and then clean the kitchen. Only to do the …
With a creamy filling that is both tart and sweet and a coconut graham cracker crust, these Key Lime Pie Bars are the definition of summer in one perfect bite! These bars are easy to make and a great alternative to a traditional key lime pie. I don’t know if you happened to catch my …
Oreo cookie crumbs create the foundation for a creamy, fluffy Nutella and cream cheese mixture that you’ll want to eat with a spoon.