Classic Sweet Potato Pie

Move over pumpkin because Sweet Potato Pie is the favorite at our house. Whether you top it with sweetened whipped cream or a towering cloud of toasted marshmallow meringue, this rich, perfectly spiced fall dessert is a pie to be reckoned with. My favorite Thanksgiving side dish every year is sweet potato casserole , so it is not surprising at all that sweet potato pie would be right up my alley....

January 25, 2026 · 11 min · 2134 words · Lakisha Addison

Cookie Mix In A Jar

Cookie Mix in a Jar makes a wonderfully simple holiday gift that brings instant cheer to neighbors, teachers, and anyone who loves cookies. Layer the dry ingredients, add a cute tag, and you’ve got a handmade present that’s thoughtful and doesn’t eat up your whole day. And it’s exactly the kind of kitchen fun kids get excited for! Cookie Mix in a Jar has been around for ages, mostly because it turns simple pantry staples into something giftable and genuinely fun to assemble....

January 25, 2026 · 9 min · 1747 words · Gary Glaze

Cornbread Dressing

This recipe is the perfect side dish to round out your Thanksgiving menu! Made with a mixture of cornbread and crusty French bread it’s also packed with herbs to make a super flavorful and filling side dish. This southern corn bread dressing is the perfect addition to your holiday table! Cornbread dressing can also be called stuffing, the name mainly depends on how you cook it (see more about this below!...

January 25, 2026 · 14 min · 2784 words · Gladys Pointer

Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Hearty Chicken Fried Rice is a classic Chinese dish that is packed full of goodness from leftover rice, tender pan-seared chicken, root vegetables, fragrant fresh garlic, scrambled egg, and tangy green onions! Ready in just 30 minutes it’s ideal on busy weeknights for feeding the whole family – fast! Why We Love This Recipe What You’ll Need How to Make Chicken Fried Rice Recipe FAQ’s Tips for Success Substitutions and Variations More Chinese Takeout Inspired Recipes Chicken Fried Rice Recipe Recipe When it comes to world cuisines, Chinese food is at the top of Paul’s list....

January 25, 2026 · 9 min · 1790 words · Yolanda Hobbs

Football Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Dip

Score a touchdown with this easy and fun Football Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Dip for your next Game Day party and get ready to receive rave reviews! Whether you are there for the actual game or just for the half-time show and commercials, this simple dessert dip with Oreo cookies and mini chocolate chips can be made in 15 minutes and is sure to please! Ready to party? Consider making Crispy Loaded Potato Skins , Grape Jelly Meatballs , or Jalapeño Popper Pigs in a Blanket to go with this tasty dip!...

January 25, 2026 · 11 min · 2285 words · Leeann Kim

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Recipe

This Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is a creamy, comforting, authentic side dish from the islands that’s perfect for summer cookouts, barbecues, and luaus (obviously). We’re talking local Hawaiian plate-lunch style classic macaroni salad here, and it’s delicious! You’ll love this classic Hawaiian Mac Salad! Why is Hawaiian Macaroni Salad so popular? Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Recipe Ingredients How to Make Hawaiian Macaroni Salad How to serve this Hawaiian Mac Salad Recipe Macaroni Salad Recipe Hawaii Storage Macaroni Salad (Hawaiian) FAQs More Summer Cookout Side Dishes Hawaiian Mac Salad Recipe Recipe More States I Have Visited in my American Eats Series You’ll love this classic Hawaiian Mac Salad!...

January 25, 2026 · 10 min · 1998 words · Rosalee Bridges

Mango Lassi

This delicious Mango Lassi recipe makes a refreshing drink with simple ingredients in just 10 minutes, perfect for hot summer days! With a blend of yogurt, sweet mangoes, fresh mango juice, honey, cardamom, vanilla, and ice, this tropical beverage is packed with delicious fruity flavor! Try my Hawaiian Homemade Punch , Strawberry Lemonade , Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri , or Easy Brazillian Lemonade for more family friendly drinks! What You’ll Need How to Make Mango Lassi Recipe FAQ’s Tips for Success What to serve with Mango Lassi?...

January 25, 2026 · 8 min · 1545 words · Patrick Renk

Moist Vanilla Cupcakes

Forget the box mix! This easy Vanilla Cupcake recipe really is the best ever. They turn out amazing every time, and the sweet, moist white cupcakes are perfect for everything from birthdays to baby showers, and weekends to weddings! Homemade Cupcake Recipe For years my Best Ever Moist Chocolate Cupcakes have been one of the most popular recipes on this site. They have dozens of rave reviews and I often get requests for a vanilla cupcake recipe that can match it in terms of making easy, moist cupcakes that have amazing vanilla flavor all their own....

January 25, 2026 · 11 min · 2204 words · Jennifer Patterson

Orange Glazed Chicken Wings

This post was created as in partnership with Imperial Sugar . All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. These crispy baked Orange Chicken Wings are tossed in a sticky, citrusy orange glaze for a sweet and savory match made in heaven. Serve them up for an easy dinner, your next football party, or any time you want a snack or appetizer that everyone will love. Planning a gathering? Be sure to check out other reader favorites like our favorite 7 Layer Dip , Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers , or Grape Jelly Meatballs ....

January 25, 2026 · 8 min · 1607 words · Valeria Maretti

Peach Ice Cream

Nothing says summer like creamy Homemade Peach Ice Cream made in an ice cream maker with simple ingredients like heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, eggs, and fresh, ripe peaches. The sweet taste of peaches and cream shine in this summertime favorite. With 4 million+ views and hundreds of 5 star reviews, this is the best homemade peach ice cream recipe on the internet! Reader Michele commented: “I’ve made a lot of homemade ice cream over the years....

January 25, 2026 · 16 min · 3378 words · Kesha Howlett

Spaghetti Verde (mexican Spaghetti With Creamy Poblano Sauce)

Change up your weeknight dinner game with this Mexican Green Spaghetti (Spaghetti Verde). It combines the rich, smoky flavors of roasted poblano peppers with creamy cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect for a meatless Monday or add your favorite protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for something even more substantial. Sometimes all it takes to break out of a dinner rut is trying something comforting with a new twist to make it exciting....

January 25, 2026 · 11 min · 2269 words · Kim Joy

Spinach And Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Loaded with four different cheeses, spinach, and marinara sauce, this Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells recipe is a dish you’ll come back to again and again! Ready in less than an hour, this vegetarian Italian favorite is perfect for busy families during the week, any time of the year! We love pasta bakes because they’re so easy to throw together and quick to put on the table! If you’re a fan of the classic Italian spaghetti flavors, try our Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole , and if you’re looking for something a little creamier, our Tuna Noodle Casserole is sure to hit the spot!...

January 25, 2026 · 8 min · 1622 words · Dana Shields

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna Noodle Casserole is a hearty classic dish that is total weeknight comfort food fare made with pantry staple ingredients like canned tuna, pasta, cheese, and a crunchy, buttery breadcrumb topping. My version is made from scratch with a homemade sauce in place of the traditional condensed cream of something soup! Tuna Noodle Casserole Ingredients in tuna noodle casserole How to make tuna noodle casserole from scratch Tuna noodle casserole variations Make-ahead, freezing, and storing instructions What to serve with tuna noodle casserole More easy dinner ideas Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe Tuna Noodle Casserole This post is for my husband’s co-worker, Andrew, who asked for my best tuna casserole recipe!...

January 25, 2026 · 13 min · 2675 words · Stanley Gossett

Zucchini Brownies With Chocolate Icing

It never hurts to eat extra veggies, right? These rich, chocolate Zucchini Brownies are made with a not-so-secret ingredient that keeps them extra moist! The simple chocolate icing poured over the brownie base makes these extra special and decadent. During the summer we are always looking for new and different ways to use up our garden-fresh zucchini. Sometimes we make Zucchini Noodles , but most of the time it’s these brownies or one of our other favorite zucchini recipes are Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread , Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread , and Zucchini Bread with Walnuts ....

January 25, 2026 · 8 min · 1618 words · Michelle Carter

Apple Cider Donuts

Apple Cider Donuts are a sweet treat that should be added to your fall bucket list this year! Sweet, apple-scented donuts with a cinnamon-sugar coating on the outside, these donuts are perfect for the fall season. If you’re looking for another amazing cinnamon-sugar coated treat, be sure to try my Homemade Churros and Snickerdoodles ! Apple Cider Donuts We are lucky to leave near some apple orchards that we visit every fall....

January 24, 2026 · 13 min · 2614 words · Kevin Gilmore

Atlantic Beach Pie

The contrast of a crunchy Saltine cracker crust with creamy, sweet-tart lemon-lime citrus filling topped with a mound of sweetened whipped cream makes this Atlantic Beach Pie an instant favorite. This revelation of a pie comes from the Crook’s Corner restaurant and Chef Bill Smith of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. I think it is best described as a cross between key lime pie and a lemon meringue or lemon cream pie....

January 24, 2026 · 8 min · 1608 words · Terese Larson

Backyard Luau Menu Plan

The end of Summer calls for a celebration and I’ve got a great Backyard Luau Menu Plan for an easy and fun Hawaiian-inspired party! There are loads of great recipe ideas in this Backyard Luau Menu Plan to help and inspire you when planning an end of summer break get together! Everything from appetizers and drinks, to main dishes, sides and desserts are covered, helping you come up with a delectable Hawaiian-inspired menu without a hassle!...

January 24, 2026 · 2 min · 336 words · Grace Look

Cheesy Garlic Mozzarella Swirl Rolls

These Cheesy Garlic Mozzarella Swirl Rolls are melty, buttery, and so savory thanks to plenty of garlic, herbs, and shredded mozzarella cheese rolled up into every bite! They are the perfect thing to go with soup, salads, and all sorts of main dishes! Whenever we have soup I love to serve it with some warm, delicious type of bread and these garlic mozzarella rolls always hit the spot. They are fantastic with our Cheesy Lasagna Soup , Easy Minestrone Soup , and Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage ....

January 24, 2026 · 12 min · 2392 words · Robert Willhite

Classic Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp Cocktail is a classic appetizer, especially around the holidays, and it’s so incredibly easy to make! My shrimp cocktail recipe has a homemade sauce and is ready in just around 10 minutes. You can make it several days ahead to make dinner prep even easier! Shrimp is such a quick and easy protein to cook, and it’s healthy as well! We love to make our Crispy Coconut Shrimp which can be either baked or fried and served as an appetizer, Bang Bang Shrimp with their irresistible sauce, or for dinner these healthy Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are absolutely packed with flavor and take just 30 minutes to prepare!...

January 24, 2026 · 6 min · 1108 words · Alice Humphrey

Coconut Curry Meatballs

There’s no sacrificing flavor with these easy and healthy Chicken Coconut Curry Meatballs. Tender baked meatballs are cooked in a savory sweet coconut curry sauce that is creamy and slightly spicy. Why We Love This Recipe What You’ll Need How to Make Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs Recipe FAQs Tips for Success Mastering the Curry Sauce Substitutions and Variations Coconut Curry Meatballs Recipe More Asian-Inspired Recipes You’ll Love These Coconut Curry Meatballs are inspired by some of the aromatic flavors typical of South Asian cuisine , especially our travels around Thailand....

January 24, 2026 · 14 min · 2873 words · Lynn Hill