Mini pizza bagels were my childhood weekend favorite and now I make them for my own little crew whenever we need something fast, fun, and cheesy. The first time I made them from scratch I realized just how easy and customizable they were—and how quickly they disappeared from the plate. They’re the perfect snack or … Read more
M&M cookies were the first thing I ever baked for a bake sale, and I still remember how proud I felt walking in with a tray of colorful, melty treats. Everyone gravitated toward them because they just looked so cheerful and fun—and I’ve been making them ever since for everything from birthday parties to rainy … Read more
No-bake cheesecake became my go-to dessert when I needed something impressive without turning on the oven. I first made it for a summer dinner party when the heat was just too much for baking, and the silky chilled texture was a total hit with everyone. One slice led to another, and it quickly became a … Read more
Cheeseburger macaroni skillet meals were my go-to solution during my first year living on my own and learning to cook so I’ve held a soft spot for them ever since. I remember standing in my tiny kitchen with a single nonstick pan and a craving for something hearty and cheesy and after some trial and … Read more
Cheesy tater tot bake brings back memories of those spontaneous family movie nights where I’d throw something comforting into the oven and we’d all gather on the couch with plates balanced on our laps. I wasn’t trying to impress anyone just looking for something easy and filling that tasted like home and this dish hit … Read more
Chicken quesadillas were one of the first things I learned to cook back in college when I had almost no time and very few ingredients so they became my go-to for something fast and satisfying. I’d throw together whatever leftovers I had with some shredded cheese and tortillas and it always hit the spot especially … Read more
Chicken tenders and waffles hold a special place in my heart because it was the dish I made one lazy Sunday morning when we couldn’t decide between breakfast or lunch so I decided why not both. I remember the way my kitchen filled with the smell of crispy chicken and buttery waffles and the moment … Read more
Chocolate chip cookies are the very first thing I ever baked with my grandma when I was little and I can still remember how proud I felt pulling that warm tray out of the oven. We didn’t follow a fancy recipe just simple ingredients mixed by hand and the smell of melted chocolate and vanilla … Read more
Chocolate dipped shortbread became my little holiday tradition the year I decided to gift homemade treats instead of store-bought boxes. I still remember dipping each buttery cookie into warm chocolate late into the night with music playing in the background and that moment made me fall in love with baking all over again. Now I … Read more
Chocolate eclair cake is one of those desserts I made on a whim for a potluck and I still remember how quickly it disappeared off the table. I hadn’t even sliced myself a piece before someone asked for the recipe and that’s when I knew this no-bake beauty was something special. Now it’s become my … Read more