There’s something about coffee cake and a hot cup of coffee that feels right at home in Stars Hollow. This easy cinnamon streusel coffee cake is my first recipe in a little Gilmore Girls–inspired series, filled with cozy recipes and fun foods inspired by one of my favorite comfort shows. The cake is soft and…
Chicken & Rice Casserole
This easy Chicken & Rice Casserole is made with tender chicken and rice baked together in a simple, savory sauce with cream of chicken and cream of celery soup. A little garlic and seasoning add plenty of flavor, and a layer of melted Colby Jack on top brings everything together without making the casserole too…
Pecan Pie Cobbler
If you love pecan pie but want something a little easier and extra gooey, this Pecan Pie Cobbler is so good. It has a buttery homemade crust with a rich brown sugar pecan filling and even more buttery pecans baked over the top. The edges get caramelized while the middle stays soft, sticky and almost…
Baked Ziti
This easy Baked Ziti is loaded with tender pasta, a hearty beef and Italian sausage marinara, creamy ricotta, Parmesan and plenty of melted mozzarella. Everything gets layered together and baked until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese on top is golden and gooey. It’s classic comfort food and an easy dinner when you need…
White Chicken Chili
Cozy up with a bowl of this easy White Chicken Chili! Made with tender shredded chicken, Great Northern beans, salsa verde, green chiles, corn and just a touch of cream cheese, it’s packed with flavor without being too heavy. Top it with sour cream, Colby Jack, avocado, green onions, cilantro and crunchy tortilla chips for…
Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
If fall had a happy hour, this would be it. This Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is creamy, cozy and just sweet enough, with real pumpkin, warm pumpkin pie spice and plenty of espresso flavor. It’s such a fun drink for a fall girls’ night, Halloween party or just a cozy evening at home. Serves 1…
How to Make Boxed Cake Mix Taste Homemade
I’m all for making a cake from scratch when I have the time, but sometimes a box of cake mix is exactly what I need. The good news is you can make a few really simple changes and end up with a cake that tastes so much better than the basic box directions. Instead of…
How to Make Packet Gravy Taste Homemade
I love a good shortcut, especially when you can take something simple from the pantry and make it taste like you spent way more time on it than you actually did. And that is exactly what we’re doing with a packet of brown gravy mix. The biggest trick is swapping the water for beef broth….
Dolly-Inspired Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake
There’s something about Dolly Parton that just makes you think of Southern comfort food, pretty desserts and a little extra sweetness, so she was the inspiration behind this strawberry shortcake poke cake. I took the flavors of classic strawberry shortcake and turned them into an easy, creamy poke cake that’s perfect for spring and summer…
Tex-Mex Street Corn Sweet Potato Bowls
If there are three things I can almost always count on my family eating, it’s taco meat, roasted potatoes and anything involving street corn. So putting all three together in one bowl just made sense. These Tex-Mex Street Corn Sweet Potato Bowls are one of those dinners that feels a little different without requiring a…
