Chicken Noodle Casserole takes less than an hour to make! This is a perfect dish to make on those days when you have so many other things to get done. Simple ingredients, simple prep, but oh so yummy! Ingredients 16 oz noodles (elbow, bowtie, or penne) 10 oz mixed vegetables (optional – I use the…
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Homemade Brown Sugar
We all have pretty busy lives, and sometimes we realize we don’t have certain ingredients in the middle of cooking or baking. Brown sugar is really easy to make, though! It only takes two simple ingredients which you most likely already have stored. You can use homemade brown sugar immediately, or you can store it…
Taco Casserole
Everyone loves taco night! If you do, but also are looking for a slight change up from your usual taco recipe, give this easy taco casserole a try! It’s easy to prepare so it’s also a great recipe for older kids to make (with supervision). You can customize it by adding your favorite toppings to…
Chocolate Cake with Frozen Whipped Cream Topping
Chocolate cake with frozen whipped cream topping will be one of your favorites! This cake is light and delicious! It’s not overly chocolatey so even non-chocolate lovers will enjoy this tasty dessert. You can choose to make this cake as cupcakes (pictured) or you can use 2 round or square cake pans. While the recipe…
Homemade Applesauce
In these times of continually rising grocery store prices, it’s good to know how to make some staples right at home. Applesauce is exceptionally easy to make at home. It is a great item to keep on hand, especially if you have young kids! Applesauce is also great to use as a substitute for oils…
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
We love to have a nice hot cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter day! There’s no sweeter way to warm back up after being outside playing or doing chores. Enjoy this recipe for homemade hot chocolate mix with a group of friends or store the leftovers in an airtight container to enjoy anytime….
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Adding a comfort food to the dinner meal plan is always a good idea! Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are a family favorite. Serve it with barbecue chicken legs or thighs, ham, or a pot roast. This recipe pairs well with almost any main course! When you need a dish to take to a potluck meal, cheesy scalloped…
Apple Cinnamon Low Sugar Muffins
I love versatile recipes! Take this one for example; adding diced apples to my existing cinnamon muffin recipe gives it a whole new flavor that is perfect for apple lovers! This is a low sugar muffin recipe, so they’re not overly sweet, but still full of flavor! My family loves these muffins for breakfast or…
Christmas Cookie Recipes
Christmas is only six days away! I’ve rounded up several Christmas cookie recipes that you can use for your holiday baking. Whether you’re baking for a Christmas party, for gifts, or for you own family’s enjoyment, I hope you find a recipe that more than satisfies! Snowdrop Cookies These are the perfect baking project to…
Thanksgiving Recipes
The final countdown is on! Thanksgiving is only five days away, and I’ve rounded up some recipes that you can include in your festivities. Some are traditional and some may be new to your Thanksgiving food lineup. Whatever you choose to include, I hope you enjoy! Main Dishes Seasoning Rub for Chicken or Turkey I…