Halloween baking doesn’t have to be complicated to be fun! These Halloween Monster Cookies are big, chewy, colorful and loaded with all the good stuff — oats, chocolate chips, Reese’s Pieces and Halloween M&M’s. The little candy eyeballs make them just spooky enough without being too spooky, so they’re perfect for Halloween parties, school treats,…
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One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Pasta
If you need an easy dinner that everyone will actually be excited to eat, this One-Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Pasta is it. Tender, golden chicken, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce and pasta all come together in one skillet for the kind of cozy dinner that tastes like you spent way more time on it than…
No Bake Chocolate Oreo Icebox Dessert
If you love Oreos and chocolate, this easy no bake dessert is hard to resist! Layers of crunchy Oreo crust, creamy cheesecake filling, chocolate pudding and whipped topping come together for a cool, creamy dessert that’s perfect for potlucks, family gatherings or anytime you need something sweet without turning on the oven. It’s also a…
No Bake Lemon Cream Pie
This No-Bake Lemon Cream Pie is one of those desserts that feels a little special without requiring much work at all. It has a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, creamy lemon filling made with just a handful of simple ingredients. Fresh lemon juice and zest give it plenty of bright lemon flavor without…
6 Easy Back-to-School Dinners for Busy Families
Back-to-school season always seems to make the evenings fly by. Between homework, practices, activities and trying to get everyone ready for the next day, dinner needs to be something you can get on the table without a lot of fuss. These six easy dinners are made with simple ingredients, don’t require complicated prep and are…
Fudgy Nutella Swirl Brownies
If you love brownies that are rich, chocolatey and extra fudgy in the middle, these Nutella Swirl Brownies are going to be hard to resist. They have crackly tops, melty chocolate chips and ribbons of creamy Nutella swirled right through the batter. They’re easy enough for an everyday dessert but definitely pretty enough to bring…
Southern Mustard Potato Salad
Every good cookout needs a bowl of homemade potato salad, especially when burgers are coming off the grill! This version has my favorite texture: equal parts chunky and mashy. Half of the potatoes are lightly mashed while the rest stay in tender bite-sized pieces. The dressing is mostly yellow mustard with just enough mayonnaise to…
Build-Your-Own Burger Bar for Labor Day
There’s something about a burger bar that makes a simple backyard cookout feel like a party. Everyone gets exactly what they want and you don’t have to stand by the grill asking, “Cheddar or pepper jack?” twelve different times! Start with a few burger choices, such as classic beef patties, turkey burgers, veggie burgers or…
The Ultimate Labor Day Cookout Checklist
Labor Day has a funny way of turning “we’re just grilling a few burgers” into a backyard full of people, three bags of chips and someone asking if anybody remembered the ice. That’s exactly why I put together this Ultimate Labor Day Cookout Checklist! Whether you’re planning a big backyard BBQ, a family potluck or…
The Ultimate Fall Day Checklist
There’s something about a crisp fall day that makes even the simplest plans feel special. Whether you’re heading to the pumpkin patch, taking a scenic drive or spending the afternoon wandering a farmers market, a few cozy extras can turn it into the perfect autumn outing. I put together this Ultimate Fall Day Checklist with…
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