Build your freezer stash with these freezer friendly recipes. Then on busy nights, simply pull something from your freezer, reheat and have a meal without having to cook!
Get all the cozy, fluffy goodness of homemade pancakes, baked in a mini muffin tin so you can crank out a whole batch at once. Perfect for little hands to dip in syrup on busy weekday mornings. Why pancakes baked in a mini muffin tin rock I love sending my family out the door with…
Inspired by Taco Bell’s beloved Chili Cheese Burrito, this homemade version offers that nostalgic, hot and gooey chili flavor at home without any freaky ingredients, or a trip to the drive-through. It’s a quick and fun family dinner. We used to call it a “Cheese Chilito” growing up and it was one of my favorite…
If your crew loves spaghetti night, this Homemade Italian Meat Sauce is about to be on repeat. A rich, savory tomato sauce with classic Italian seasoning and hearty ground beef is perfect to top pasta, to use in a lasagna or to spoon over stuffed shells or manicotti. Why you’ll love this meat sauce Ingredients…
My cookie of choice at a bakery is always a soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookie. I recreate that bakery-style magic with these large sized, chewy centered, lightly crisp on the edges cookies. Perfect for after-school snacks, school bake sales, or a holiday cookie exchange. Why I love this recipe Oatmeal Raisin cookies are my…
This Buffalo Chicken Soup has all the cozy, creamy, tangy flavor you love from buffalo chicken dip, but in a slurpable, family-friendly bowl. It’s quick enough for busy weeknights, fun enough for game day, and perfect for chilly evenings. Why I Love Buffalo Chicken Soup Buffalo chicken dip is one of my favorite appetizers, and…
This fresh, flavorful take on classic Italian Stuffed Peppers is easy to throw together for an extra hearty, filling meal during the week. With savory meat sauce and creamy cottage cheese, this protein packed meal is simple and family-approved. What’s to Love About This Italian Stuffed Peppers Recipe Ingredients Needed How to Make Italian Stuffed…
Flaky croissants filled with savory ham and melty cheese, brushed with garlic butter, and baked golden brown—what’s not to love about these mini ham & cheese croissant sandwiches? Why This Recipe Works These mini ham & cheese croissant sandwiches check my top 3 recipe boxes… They are easy to prepare, full of flavor, and come…
This no-fuss Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli recipe takes store-bought ravioli and turns it into the perfect crispy, cheesy snack or easy dinner. Great for busy families, game-day gatherings, holiday appetizers, or just a fun weeknight meal. I’m becoming somewhat of an Air Fryer Queen in my house! I love that food comes out cripsy and…
Creamy Chicken and Orzo bake is a “dump and bake” style recipe bursting with chicken, vegetables and Italian flavors. Why I love Creamy Chicken and Orzo Bake I’m all about a comforting, crowd pleasing meal with almost no effort on my part. Because weeknights are absolutely nuts in my house, some nights I just need…
Pizza Baked Ziti is one of my favorite, kid-approved weeknight dinners. It’s got all the cheesy, saucy, pepperoni-topped goodness of a classic pizza, but in the form of a baked pasta dish, so it is easy to prep ahead of time. Why I Love this Pizza Baked Ziti Recipe We just love a good pepperoni pizza in…
Skip the box of premade pancake mix, and learn to how to make homemade pancakes at home with this simple, foolproof pancake recipe that will have your whole family reaching for seconds (and thirds). Why I Prefer to Make Homemade Pancakes My kids love breakfast. Which I’m thrilled about, because I like to send them…
This Easy, No-boil Lasagna Recipe with Cottage Cheese is perfect for special occasions, but simple enough to make ahead of time, for busy weeknights. Use protein packed lean beef and cottage cheese for the filling, and skip boiling the noodles to save yourself some time. Quick simmer a sauce packed with classic Italian flavors, then simply layer in a…