I’m guilty of buying those pre-made frozen dinners and boxed meals. Of course, it started with the ramen noodles in college. They make life easy on those busy work nights when you forget to go shopping. Just open the freezer and microwave. Meggan at Culinary Hill shares how to make 4 adult bowls of her terriyaki chicken recipe. You can … Read More ...
Funfetti Whoopie Pies
Using a cake mix to make cookies, makes it easier and faster. These are really like sandwich cookies and not whoopie pies, but no one will complain when they eat them. Of course adding sprinkles makes everything better. Amber and Danetta at Fun-Squared shares how to create these yummy cookies. Perfect for those future bake sales.
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How to Make the Ultimate Cheese Plate
When I grew up the cheese plates consisted of cheese and crackers only. Now cheese plates have more than cheese and crackers and are growing in many restaurants as appetizers or meals. To me it is always my favorite part at a party. Gaby at What’s Gaby Cooking shares how to make a cheese plate for all occasions small or … Read More ...
Cheeseburger Casserole
I’m very guilty of using Hamburger Helper in the past. It was so easy during those busy weeknights. Once I started eating healthier, we cut out most of the boxed items. My girl misses those days. Now I can surprise her with a new version. Nagi from RecipeTin Eats has a healthier version and still on the table in 30 … Read More ...
Where the Wild Things Are Smash Cake
Looking for ideas for a 1st birthday party? If you love the book Where the Wild Things Are then this will be the perfect smash cake for your little one. Of course you could also increase the size for older kids too. Lan from Morestomach shares how to create this cake.
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Bacon-Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites
Here is a new addition to your Labor Day weekend get together. These bacon-wrapped cheeseburger bites would work well as an appetizer or even a fun dinner. If you already have your menu planned, you could save these for your football watching. Maegan at The BakerMama shares how to make these cute snacks.
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Lemon Meringue Donuts
Love lemon meringue pie? Now you can enjoy that flavor in a donut form. Diana at Unusually Lovely shares how to make these pie turned donut. A great addition to your brunch table or to enjoy for dessert. Now that the weather is turning cooler, it is time to use the oven again.
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Spicy Turkey Lettuce Wraps for an Easy Weeknight Dinner
Some evenings call for a meal that feels fresh and inviting without leaving you with a kitchen full of washing-up. Turkey lettuce wraps are a lovely idea for those nights: a cooked filling, crisp leaves and a few toppings that everyone can assemble at the table.
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Quick Mac and Cheese for One
I’m guilty of those boxed mac and cheese, so easy when you need a quick meal and it made my girl happy. Heck, it made me happy too, especially when they came out with the microwave brand. Well thanks to Tracy at Baking Mischief now I can make it healthier. Well as healthy as mac and cheese can get.
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Grab and Go Bacon and Egg Cups
Who says you can’t have bacon and eggs on the go. These grab and go breakfast cups can be made ahead of time and works great on busy mornings or even for brunch. Kristen at The Endless Meal shows how to make these gluten-free and paleo breakfast cups.
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Mini Skillet Brownies with Fresh Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
This recipe is gluten-free and paleo. What a great treat to share with the family. You’ll need an ice cream maker for the ice cream. Or you can buy your ice cream. How cute are these mini skillets!? Lisa Bryan at Downshiftology shares how to create this yummy dessert. A fun dessert to make over the Labor day weekend with … Read More ...
Cheesy Bowtie Pasta and Sausage Bake
Here is a great meal for first time cooks to make. It is also good for those on a budget. This one interests me for potlucks and team dinners. Let Marisa from The PennyWiseMama show you how easy it is to make this meal. Maybe you can make this over the weekend with your kids.
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Caramel Apple Baked Donut
You can enjoy this dessert for breakfast. Caramel apples remind me of fairs, fall and Halloween. I enjoy the sweet and sour flavors of the caramel and apple. The best thing about these donuts are that they are baked. Kristie Sawicki shares how to make these delicious donuts.
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Harry Potter Butterbeer Pancakes
Harry Potter fans, now you can enjoy your favorite butterbeer for breakfast. Surprise the kids this Labor Day weekend with these pancakes. Rebecca Hubbell from Sugar & Soul did all the hard work to create these butterscotch flavored pancakes. A great start to a Harry Potter party or to enjoy for dinner.
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Fudgy Pumpkin Brookies
Here is another pumpkin flavored treat to enjoy before it is officially fall or autumn. The perfect dessert that combines the cookie and the brownie. A great after school treat or to make for a potluck this fall. Dorothy from Crazy for Crust shares how to make this fudgy treat.
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