Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are a quick and easy meal or snack when you’re short on time. These toasty beauties cook up in 8 minutes or less in the Air Fryer. Key to Success #1 – Light on the Butter The key to a toasty grilled cheese is to go light on the butter. …
Posts from: 2018
Tired of complicated recipes? Make these Easy 3 Ingredient Sausage Balls with Bisquick! Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick meal. Sausage Balls are a family favorite breakfast during the colder months. They are easy to make and taste wonderful when dipped with honey, maple syrup, or mustard. 🌟 Sausage Ball Traditions During my childhood, …
Sweet and Spicy Beef Jerky is a great snack that is easy to make at home in your food dehydrator. I’ll give you three keys to success for making perfect beef jerky every time. Excalibur Food Dehydrator This recipe was developed using the Excalibur 9-tray Food Dehydrator with Temperature Control. I highly recommend this food …
The Instant Pot is a wonderful kitchen appliance all around but it’s amazing for making Hard-Boiled Eggs. I was expecting the same old struggle when peeling the eggs but they all peeled perfectly. These truly are Perfect Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs. Don’t you hate trying to peel hard-boiled eggs and the shells won’t come off …
Peanut Brittle is a holiday classic but it’s made even better when you add extra butter to the recipe. Making Peanut Brittle can be a daunting task but follow these keys to success and you’ll pull it off every single time! Peanut Brittle may seem like a difficult recipe to get right but it’s really easy …
Martha Washington Candies are a classic Christmas treat that has been around for years. Mrs. Martha know how to make a delicious candy full of coconut, pecans, and cherries. Today I’m sharing the keys to success with you. The filling for Martha Washington Candy is a creamy mixture of melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, and …
Who says magic isn’t real? Whip up some enchantment in your kitchen with this heavenly Magic Caramel Pie! This easy recipe made with delectable sweetened condensed milk will leave you spellbound. It’s a caramel lover’s dream. Get ready for an irresistible dessert that truly tastes like magic! It’s the perfect pie for Thanksgiving or Christmas …
Ignite your taste buds with our Ultimate Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy Recipe! An explosion of fiery flavor meets sweet indulgence in this easy step-by-step guide. Perfect for spice lovers, these delectable treats are ideal for gifts, parties or a fiery snack. 🔑 Key to Success #1 – Use cinnamon oil, not cinnamon extract For hot …
Get ready to wow your family and friends with my quick and easy Air Fryer Hamburgers recipe. I’ve perfected the technique to create juicy, flavorful burgers while keeping things healthier, quicker, and easier to clean up. Sometimes I find myself dreading the thought of firing up the grill to make dinner, but I’m really craving …
It’s so easy to make Crispy Bacon in the Air Fryer. It only takes 10-15 minutes to get even thick bacon to crisp up. And there’s no standing over the stove or dodging popping grease with this Air Fryer Crispy Bacon. Which Air Fryer is Best? There are many options in the Air Fryer market …
Bean Pot Chicken Enchiladas are a tasty Mexican meal made with Salsa Chicken, Fritos corn chips, and lots of yummy cheese. And it all cooks up in 8 minutes in your microwave oven. Can your weeknight dinner get any easier? Do you have a Bean Pot? I was gifted my bean pot several years ago …
Chicken Nachos are the perfect thing for a busy weeknight dinner. They are easy to throw together using leftover chicken and can be customized using whatever Mexican toppings your gang enjoys. Oooh that yummy, cheesy, melty goodness. We love, love, love the Chicken Nachos at Mexico Joe’s restaurant in Stillwater, Oklahoma. We’ll occasionally drive all …
Hello Dolly Cookie Bars are a wonderful classic cookie recipe that is straight from the 60’s when Hello Dolly! was on Broadway. These cookies are ooey gooey and delicious with such a great nutty flavor. You can’t go wrong with chocolate, nuts, and coconut. 🔑 Key to Success #1 – Start With A Tender Crust …
Instant Pot Salsa Chicken is a quick and easy recipe that can be used in so many ways. It’s perfect for chicken soft tacos, chicken enchiladas, or chicken nachos just to name a few. This versatile Shredded Mexican Chicken recipe takes only a few minutes to throw together and then dinner is served. Last week, …
The Instant Pot makes Vegetable Beef Soup so much faster than traditional cooking methods. If you follow these keys to success, you can whip up a hearty Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup in an instant. (Okay, technically not in an instant but pretty close.) I love dinners where you can just throw everything into one …
Cherry Fluff Salad is an easy sweet salad that only takes a few minutes to throw together for your next family dinner. This salad has been in our family for generations and is always a hit with young and old alike. I’ll share all the secrets to this classic recipe. Cherry Fluff Salad is a …
This Southern Sweet Potato Pie recipe has been a staple at our family’s holiday celebrations for years. Sweet Potato Pie is similar to Pumpkin Pie but so much better. It’s made with fresh sweet potatoes and a delicate blend of spices that are perfect for the season. Are you ready to be crowned the queen …
This Creamy Cheesecake is always a huge hit and is the perfect make-ahead dessert for your next holiday party. Baked Cheesecake is one of those desserts that seems difficult to make, but it’s really not. I’ll share all the tips to make this recipe a breeze. Key to Success #1 – Simple Ingredients Make a Great …
This Almond Pound Cake recipe is an easy way to make a soft and flavorful pound cake without all the fuss. If you’re looking for a thick and rich almond pound cake that will gather everyone around your table, look no further than this easy recipe made from a boxed cake mix. This pound cake …
This Banana Nut Bread recipe is so popular because it’s easy to make and turns out perfectly every time. The addition of sour cream keeps the bread super moist and adds great flavor. With or without nuts, you will definitely want to try this Banana Nut Bread recipe. Key to Success #1 – Ripe Bananas …
Cracker Jacks Caramel Popcorn with Peanuts is a sweet and savory treat that has become a tradition at our house. If you follow my keys to success, you’ll have a new favorite recipe to make and to share. Be sure to check out my tip for sharing these Cracker Jacks with friends and family. Introducing …
Brown Sugar Pecan Pie, adapted from America’s Test Kitchen, is chock-full of pecans with the most luscious, rich, and buttery filling. If you follow these keys to success, your Pecan Pie will turn out perfectly every time. Key to Success #1 – Use Quality Pecans One of the most important aspects of a Pecan Pie …
Italian Breadsticks are the perfect finishing touch to any meal. These Olive Garden Copycat Breadsticks are soft and buttery and take less time than you’d think. Don’t let the yeast scare you off because these breadsticks are worth the effort! Key to Success #1 – The Yeast I know that yeast is an intimidating ingredient …
This Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping and Marshmallows is the perfect compromise when you have some people who only like the pecan topping and other people who only like the marshmallows. It’s easy and smart to let everyone have what they want. 🔑 Key to Success #1 – Making Everyone Happy On one side, …
Fall Harvest Pretzel Flowers are an easy and fun treat to make with the whole family this holiday season. Kids young and old will love using their creativity to make these Fall Harvest Pretzel Flowers uniquely theirs. And let me tell you – they are a delicious combination of salty and sweet. Key to Success …
5 Cup Salad is a wonderful fruit salad recipe that has lots of great flavor and texture. It’s packed with fruit and flaked coconut, but the secret is in the creamy sauce. It adds the perfect tang to compliment this sweet salad. When my mom would make fruit salad when I was a kid, sometimes …
This One-Pot Chicken Spaghetti is a classic recipe that cooks on the stove-top in one pot. With the creamy sauce and the spice of the Rotel tomatoes, this dish will warm your heart and soul. 🔑 Key to Success #1 – Pick Your Chick For this Chicken Spaghetti recipe, you’ll want to use chicken breasts …
Stuffed French Toast Ring is an easy make-ahead dish that is perfect for your next family breakfast or brunch. The Crescent Ring is filled with decadent cream cheese filling and topped with fresh berries and powdered sugar for that perfect finish. Key to Success #1 – Let’s Get Fancy, Shall We? This Stuffed French Toast …
Air Fryer Yellow Squash is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect in the Air Fryer. The squash turns out flavorful and tender and you don’t have to stand over a hot stove to make it happen. Win – Win! The other day, one of my neighbors was giving away some fresh squash …
The weather turned cold here this week and that means it’s the perfect time to pull out the slow cooker and make some delicious Slow Cooker Mushroom Meatballs. The meatballs are SO easy to make. They come together in a snap and will be ready and waiting in the slow cooker when you get home. …
Peanut Butter Sheet Cake is a new take on a classic Texas Sheet Cake. The soft and fluffy peanut butter cake is topped with a delicious, rich peanut butter icing. It’s just the right ratio of cake to icing to make this a perfect Peanut Butter Sheet Cake. Go big or go home. That statement …
This Biscuit and Gravy Ring is a great new twist on classic biscuits and gravy. It is the perfect skillet dish to take to your next family breakfast or brunch. Easy to make, easy to take. Key to Success #1 – Let’s Talk Gravy Around here, we like our gravy to be meaty and peppery. …
Candy Corn Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a super easy treat that tastes delicious to eat. They are made from my classic Peanut Butter Cup Cookies but just jazzed up for Halloween. Deeeelicious! 🔑 Key to Success #1 – I Said Easy I said easy and I meant it. These cookies start off with …
Every year we all search and search for an easy and cute Halloween treat to take to all those Halloween parties. I’ve got the perfect things! These Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats came together in a snap. The kids loved helping, too. These little cutie pumpkins would be perfect for your Halloween party or your Thanksgiving …
Italian Meatball Sub Sandwiches are a super easy weeknight dinner idea that the whole family will love. This recipe only requires a few ingredients, and the meatballs and sauce can be heated in advance in your Crock-pot. When it’s time for dinner, the sandwiches only need about 10 minutes in the oven and then dinner …
Amp up your snacking routine with this quick and easy Spicy Southwest Dip recipe. Made with pantry staples and customizable with the level of spice you desire, this dip is perfect for pairing with chips or veggies. Do you find yourself reaching for the same old snacks time and time again? It’s time to switch …
Apple Pie is the quintessential All-American dessert. It’s so popular that everyone should have their go-to recipe for the best apple pie. This is our favorite easy apple pie recipe because it’s loaded with sweet and tangy apples and has a super easy crust that tastes like homemade. Key To Success #1 – The Apples …
The weather is turning cooler and it’s time to dig out the sweaters and the comfort food recipes. This Lean Mean Meatloaf recipe definitely hits the spot. Made with lean ground beef, this meatloaf recipe cuts the fat but still turns out flavorful and juicy. And isn’t the glaze the best part? This one has …
Mile-High Chocolate Mousse Pie is so thick. So rich. So indulgent. It’s a classic chocolate mousse piled high in an Oreo crust and topped with a mountain of sweet and creamy whipped cream. This is a heavenly treat that can’t be beat. Try it, you’ll see. How do you like your crust? This Chocolate Mousse …
Looking for a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings? Try making Chocolate Cobbler! While it may not be the most visually stunning dessert, its rich, indulgent flavor is sure to impress. Best of all, you probably have all the necessary ingredients in your kitchen already! Give this easy Chocolate Cobbler recipe a try today. I …