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Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins

Close-up of stacked zucchini chocolate chip muffins with golden edges, chocolate chips, and flecks of zucchini.

Zucchini chocolate chip muffins are everywhere on the internetโ€”but this is the recipe Iโ€™ve tested over and over until I could confidently say: these are better than any bakery muffin Iโ€™ve ever had. They rise high, stay moist for days, and have the perfect balance of cozy spice, melty chocolate, and fluffy texture without being oily or too sweet. ย Plus, theyโ€™re super quick and easy to make! What makes this version different? No squeezing the zucchini, no watery batter, and no flat tops. The secret is the high-heat oven start (for a big rise) and just the right combo of brown sugar and oil...

Sheet Pan Chicken Quesadillas

Sheet pan chicken quesadillas sliced with melted cheese, refried beans, and shredded chicken being served on a serving turner

I love a good quesadilla, but standing over a skillet flipping them one by one while everyone else is already eating? Not exactly my idea of a good time. Thatโ€™s why these Sheet Pan Chicken Quesadillas are such a game-changer. They bake all at once, slice beautifully, and the best part? I get to sit down and enjoy them with everyone else. It might just be the easiest, most crowd-pleasing appetizer Iโ€™ve ever made. These chicken quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, packed with flavor, and made to feed a crowdโ€”no stovetop required. This isnโ€™t your average Tuesday-night quesadilla situation. Itโ€™s...

Baked Feta with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Baked feta appetizer topped with kalamata and green olives, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, served in a white baking dish with golden edges and olive oil.

If youโ€™re looking for a warm, bold-flavored appetizer that comes together in one dish and makes everyone gather around, this is it. This baked feta with olives and sun-dried tomatoes is rich, savory, and so easy to prep. Itโ€™s everything I love in an appetizerโ€”minimal effort, maximum flavor, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Itโ€™s also endlessly versatile. Whether youโ€™re putting together a holiday spread, hosting wine night, or just craving something Mediterranean-inspired, this dish checks all the boxes. You simply bake a block of feta until soft and golden, then spoon it onto toasted...

Lemon Bars Recipe

Close-up of a thick lemon bar with a buttery shortbread crust and vibrant lemon filling, dusted with powdered sugar and surrounded by lemon wedges.

Who else LOVES lemon bars?! For me, theyโ€™re one of my all-time favorite dessertsโ€”bright, tangy, buttery perfection. This lemon bars recipe is one Iโ€™ve tested to perfection, made with an easy, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust and a smooth lemon filling that strikes just the right balance of sweet and tart. I love a generous bite, which is why I created this recipe in a 9x9-inch pan, giving you that perfect ratio of thick lemon filling to buttery crust. If life gives you lemons, this is the recipe to make. Whether youโ€™re bringing dessert to a spring brunch, prepping for a holiday tray,...

Best Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Moist banana cake slice topped with cream cheese frosting being lifted from the pan, showing fluffy texture and creamy topping

If youโ€™re looking for a cake thatโ€™s perfectly moist, full of banana flavor, and topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting, this Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is exactly what you need! With its soft texture and sweet, subtle notes of maple syrup, this cake is the perfect balance of comfort and indulgence. Whether you're baking for friends, family, or just yourself, this one will have everyone asking for your recipe! Itโ€™s always a hit at my gatherings. This easy banana cake is made in a 9ร—9-inch pan, keeping things much simpler than a traditional layer cake, making it a go-to...

Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles

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So, here is my recipe for fresh asparagus with puff pastry, a lovely side dish for any dinner party.  Iโ€™ll be honest: it doesnโ€™t look like much at first, and itโ€™s definitely not as tantalizing as a colorful berry salad. But donโ€™t be fooled, one bite into this asparagus with puff pastry and youโ€™ll be amazed: glazed with honey, oozing with the best cheese mixture, and simply robust asparagus, this is definitely going to be one of the most memorable dishes youโ€™ll ever have.  It is very similar to cheesy asparagus tarts, except this one has already been apportioned and is shaped...

Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Ham

Fully glazed brown sugar ham sliced and served with orange slices and rosemary on a white platter.

Looking for the perfect holiday ham thatโ€™s packed with flavor, easy to make, and guaranteed to impress your guests? This Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Ham recipe is everything you need and more. Itโ€™s sweet, savory, juicy, and has the yummiest sticky glaze with hints of garlic, orange, and warm spices. Whether itโ€™s Christmas, Easter, or a cozy Sunday dinner, this ham will be the star of the table. And yesโ€”it's so much better than the store-bought glaze packets. Once you try this homemade brown sugar glaze, youโ€™ll never go back! And if you're feeling a little intimidated by cooking a whole...

Easter Sugar Cookies

A colorful assortment of decorated Easter sugar cookies in egg, bunny, and carrot shapes, arranged on a white surface with pastel icing and sprinkles.

Introducing the best Easter sugar cookies recipe! These soft, buttery cookies are perfect for spring baking and couldnโ€™t be easier to make. My simple cut-out cookies come together quickly and are ideal for decorating with pastel icing and sprinkles. One of the best parts? No chill time is needed! This dough rolls out smoothly, holds its shape in the oven, and has that melt-in-your-mouth texture everyone loves. Paired with my easy icing, theyโ€™re perfect for stacking, gifting, or setting out at your Easter brunch. Donโ€™t be intimidated by the decoratingโ€”this icing is not royal icing and is...

Best Beef Chili Recipe

A bowl of hearty beef chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, served with toasted baguette slices.

Are you on the hunt for the best beef chili recipe? Look no further! This hearty, flavorful chili is my go-to comfort food, and Iโ€™m sure itโ€™ll quickly become yours too. Thereโ€™s nothing quite like a warm bowl of chili on a chilly night (I couldnโ€™t resist). Packed with tender beef, my secret ingredient smoky bacon, beans, and a special blend of spices with a hint of brown sugar, itโ€™s the perfect combo of rich flavors. In our home, we find it hard to stop eatingโ€”I've even had to explain to my husband that we canโ€™t have this for dinner every night! If he had to pick just one dinner for the...

Homemade Enchilada Sauce (Better Than Store-Bought!)

If youโ€™ve only ever had enchilada sauce from a can, youโ€™re in for such a treat! Homemade red enchilada sauce is so easy to make from scratch with pantry staples like fire-roasted tomatoes and a few warm spicesโ€”and once you taste the difference, thereโ€™s no going back. This version is rich, smoky, and ready in less than 20 minutesโ€”perfect for enchiladas, burritos, casseroles, and anything else that needs a little extra flavor. Why Make Enchilada Sauce from Scratch? Thereโ€™s just something extra special about homemade sauces โ€” no preservatives, no added sugars, and full control over the...

Lasagna Soup

Bowl of lasagna soup topped with creamy ricotta and shredded Parmesan, served with a golden spoon.

Thereโ€™s something just so comforting about a big ol' bowl of lasagna soup. It captures all the rich flavors of traditional lasagnaโ€”savory meat, tangy tomato sauce, and creamy cheeseโ€”but in a warm, spoonable form. Itโ€™s the perfect easy dinner for cold nights when youโ€™re craving lasagna but donโ€™t have the time or energy for layering and baking. What makes this lasagna soup recipe extra special? Itโ€™s the flavor and the ease. Weโ€™re talking ground beef, garlic, Italian herbs, and a swirl of cream for that velvety finish. Add a generous sprinkle of cheese and a dollop of ricotta on top, and...

The Best Pasta alla Vodka

Pot of Pasta alla Vodka topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil

Thereโ€™s something about a big bowl of creamy Pasta alla Vodka that just speaks to my soulโ€”especially when the sauce is rich, garlicky, and clings to every bite of rigatoni. Itโ€™s one of those dishes that feels a little fancy but is surprisingly simple to make at home. The tomato paste gives it depth, the cream makes it silky, and the vodka? Thatโ€™s the secret to pulling all the flavors together into one irresistibly smooth sauce. Iโ€™m sharing my secrets for making authentic, restaurant-worthy Pasta alla Vodka right at home.  For this easy pasta recipe I toss the onion in a food...

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