November 2, 2026
Loaded Creamy Potato Soup
When the weather cools down, this creamy potato soup is one of my favorite things to have simmering on the stove! It’s an easy, one-pot…
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October 28, 2026
Chicken Dijon
This creamy chicken Dijon is a French-inspired dinner made with golden chicken breasts simmered in a rich, silky mustard sauce. It’s an easy, elegant one-pan…
October 21, 2026
Cranberry Spritz
This cranberry spritz is the perfect holiday cocktail! It’s bubbly, the perfect shade of red, slightly tart, and lightly sweetened with orange juice. A few…
October 19, 2026
Sweet Potato Stew
This sweet potato stew is unbelievably good! Softened sweet potato and lentils simmer in a ginger, lime, and coconut milk-infused broth for one palate pleasing…
October 12, 2026
Hamburger Soup
This hamburger soup has all the comforting flavors of a juicy burger in one hearty bowl! It’s loaded with ground beef, tender potatoes, and vegetables…
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Best THanksgiving mains
Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe
Are you ready to make the BEST Thanksgiving turkey recipe? Trust me, it’s easier than you think! My foolproof turkey is juicy, golden, and packed…
Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Popular Appetizers
Classic Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a classic appetizer and perfect for parties, potlucks, and holiday dinners like Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas! They’re easy to make with a…
Thanksgiving Salads
Lisa’s Favorite Desserts
Gluten-Free Carrot Cake
This gluten-free carrot cake has been a reader favorite for years! It’s made with three layers of perfectly spiced carrot cake and just the right…
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Soup Season is here
Vegetable Soup
This easy vegetable soup is packed with flavor and uses simple, everyday vegetables to their full potential. But there’s plenty of room for customization —…
Easy Dinners for Busy Days
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
This Greek sheet pan chicken is the ultimate all-in-one dinner, featuring juicy and golden chicken thighs nestled alongside vibrant Mediterranean vegetables. Just pop it in…
What To Cook In October
This October edition of my “What to Cook” series ushers in cozy, feel-good meals that will warm you up on the inside, just as the…
Best Fall Dinners
Classic Meatloaf
The best meatloaf is easy to make from simple, everyday ingredients. Ground beef is mixed with onion, herbs, and savory flavors, then topped with the…
Browse Recipes
Crockpot Favorites
Slow Cooker Pot Roast
This classic pot roast is my favorite home-cooked meal made with tender chuck roast and hearty vegetables simmered in a flavorful beef broth. The best…
6 Simple Chicken Marinades
A chicken marinade is one of the best ways to give your favorite protein some big flavor and maximum juiciness. Choose from a bright Greek…
Year-Round Salads
Broccoli Salad
This classic broccoli salad is incredibly satisfying! It’s the tastiest mix of crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, red onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds, goat cheese, and a…
Healthy Basics
How to Make Chia Pudding
Chia pudding is a creamy, delicious, and healthy breakfast or snack right at your fingertips. Not only is it super easy to make, but it’s…
