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Prep-Ahead Steel Cut Oatmeal
With their nutty flavor and toothsome texture, steel cut oats take longer to prepare than typical old-fashioned rolled oats. But thanks to this easy trick, you can prepare them the night before in about three minutes. In the morning, simply reheat and add all your favorite oatmeal toppings. A warm bowl of oatmeal offers…
Homemade Crostini
Crisp, golden crostini are easy to make and form the perfect base for a wide variety of hors d’oeuvres. Delicious for general snacking too! The day I prepared this easy recipe for a photo shoot was “one of those days.” I woke up to no heat and a 59℉ (brrrr!!!) house. Outside temps, by…
Easy Italian Stromboli
Modeled after a favorite at a local pizza shop, this flavor-packed stromboli is easy to assemble and may be prepped in batches and frozen for later use. Perfect for game day, casual entertaining, and easy weeknight meals. Gluten-free adaptation included. After baking strombolis recently with my nieces, Evie declared them a 10½ out of 10! Grace…
Easy Cauliflower Soup
Made with only a few ingredients, this soup is easy, satiating, and adaptable to most any taste, allergy, or preference! When I was growing up, my mom would make me soup if I wasn’t feeling well. We weren’t above chicken noodle from a can, but sometimes she would make her own concoction. The following…
Amish-Style Chicken Corn Soup
Brimming with chicken and vegetables, a pot of this soul-warming soup is easy to make with basic ingredients. A regional classic and a true family favorite! (Look below the recipe card for a fun way to top this or another soup!) The aroma of this soup takes me back to summer and the…
Baked Havarti with Dill
A crisp, golden crust and gooey cheese are the hallmarks of this irresistible appetizer – and you won’t believe how easy it is to prepare! I have a stash of stained and tattered recipe cards (always a good sign!), which I consistently return to when I need something quick, foolproof, and guaranteed to please. Baked…
Baked Artichoke Dip
Loaded with artichokes and elevated with a trifecta of cheeses, party-perfect Baked Artichoke Dip is creamy, crusty, salty, and tangy–and it can be prepared in advance! Two Christmas Eves ago, when holiday celebrations of all kinds were canceled because of the pandemic, my sister-in-law, Melissa, prepared this dip for family and friends. She baked multiple…
Cranberry Simple Syrup (and bonus cocktail recipe)
This easy-to-make syrup adds festive color and seasonal flavor to a variety of cocktails and mocktails. Makes a lovely gift too! Taking a few minutes to prepare an infused simple syrup is an easy way to create the type of cocktail that garners big bucks at trendy restaurants. And while I most often use…
Southwestern Turkey Chili
Reinvent leftover turkey with this soul-warming chili that’s packed with filling protein, colorful veggies, and flavorful spices. No turkey? Use chicken instead. I love a tomatoey chili, but I don’t miss the tomatoes in this flavorful soup! When chili is made with shredded chicken or turkey, white beans, and broth–and no tomatoes–it is often…
Easy Caesar Salad Dressing
My Classic Caesar salad dressing (with no raw egg or anchovies) is quick and easy to make and tastes amazing on a variety of greens. Add anchovies if you wish! Whether you’re in the mood for a classic Caesar salad with chopped romaine or crave a heartier variation that will keep in the fridge…
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
Shredded Brussels sprouts pair with classic Caesar dressing for an easy-to-assemble salad that’s crisp, colorful, and loaded with flavor. Top with a favorite protein to transform the versatile side dish into a complete meal. Leftovers hold up for several days in the fridge! I love a really good salad. A good salad will complement…
Green Beans Almondine
Nutty, buttery, and bright, this perfectly seasoned dish can be partially prepped in advance. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner but 100% worthy of a holiday meal. Truly so much more than the sum of its parts! Somehow, I managed to graduate college before ever tasting the traditional green bean casserole. The classic holiday…
