Red, white, and ready to impress? These patriotic trifle recipes are guaranteed to steal the spotlight at your summer cookouts and 4th of July parties! With layers of juicy berries, fluffy whipped cream, and moist cake, trifles are basically summer in a dish—easy to make, easy to serve, and almost too pretty to eat. Almost. … Read more
One cozy Sunday morning I was in the mood for something warm and satisfying so I pulled out my griddle and made a batch of fluffy buttermilk pancakes and as they sizzled to golden perfection the kitchen filled with that nostalgic aroma of comfort and calm. The first bite was pillowy soft with just the … Read more
One weekend I wanted to make a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen so I pulled out my crockpot and tried something I’d heard about for years—Mississippi pot roast. With just a handful of ingredients and no real prep I let it cook low and slow all day and when I finally opened … Read more
One chilly afternoon I wanted something creamy and comforting without having to stand over the stove so I reached for my slow cooker and decided to try making mac and cheese in it for the first time. I tossed in a handful of pantry staples closed the lid and let the crockpot do its thing … Read more
One busy morning I knew I needed something quick but delicious for dinner and I had some chicken in the fridge and a jar of salsa on the counter so I tossed them into the crockpot with a few spices and hoped for the best. That evening when I opened the lid the aroma alone … Read more
One evening I needed a comforting side dish that didn’t involve more oven juggling and the thought of cheesy potatoes came to mind and I remembered how creamy and satisfying they could be. I threw everything into the crockpot set it and went about my day and when dinnertime rolled around the smell of melted … Read more
Tired of the same old lettuce-and-dressing combo? These summer salads are anything but boring. We’re talking bold flavors, juicy seasonal fruits, crisp veggies, and dressings that pack a punch. Whether you’re heading to a backyard BBQ or just want something fresh for lunch, these salads are the upgrade you didn’t know you needed. Last … Read more
One holiday morning I wanted something special that didn’t require flipping individual slices on the stove and I remembered seeing a recipe for a baked version of French toast so I gave it a try and layered everything the night before. The next morning all I had to do was pop it in the oven … Read more
One morning when I wanted something hearty and filling but didn’t want to juggle a dozen pans I turned to my casserole dish and layered together some frozen hashbrowns, eggs, and cheese with a sprinkle of colorful veggies. It baked up golden and bubbly and when I pulled it out of the oven, it looked … Read more
One game day I needed something quick to throw together that still felt like a crowd-pleaser so I grabbed some shredded chicken, cream cheese, and buffalo sauce and tossed it all into the crockpot. A few hours later I had the creamiest, spiciest, most addictive dip—and it disappeared before halftime. Now crockpot buffalo chicken dip … Read more