Corn Fritters

These easy Fresh Corn Fritters are loaded with corn flavor thanks to a secret ingredient and one of our favorite ways to use sweet summer corn when it is available, although you can also use frozen or even canned corn to enjoy these year round! They make a perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish! What you’ll need How to make corn fritters How do you cut corn off the cob?...

January 9, 2026 · 9 min · 1857 words · Carlene Grant

Cranberry Salsa With Cream Cheese

Fresh Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese and crackers is a spicy and sweet, quick and easy appetizer that is perfect for entertaining during the holidays! Salsa is my obsession and I am the kind of person whose goal when eating it is to scoop as much as humanly possible onto a chip. I love all types of salsa from classic Mexican restaurant-style salsa to mango salsa . This fresh cranberry salsa has all the classic salsa flavors present with plenty of cilantro, jalapeño, and lime, but instead of tomatoes, it’s tart and tangy cranberries that take center stage in this fun appetizer that is always the take of the party....

January 9, 2026 · 6 min · 1173 words · Tony Walker

Croutons Recipe

Flavored with garlic and Italian seasoning, these crunchy Homemade Croutons are easy to make with your favorite bread. They’re a satisfying salad topper, stuffing ingredient, or snack that you can even make gluten-free. You’ll Love These Flavorful Homemade Croutons Every crave-worthy munchie has to knock two components out of the park – flavor and texture. These croutons deliver on both! They’ll elevate any dish with a beautiful combination of savory goodness and crunchy delight....

January 9, 2026 · 8 min · 1502 words · Cristi Lauze

Homemade Apple Chips In The Air Fryer

Homemade Apple Chips are an easy, healthy snack that’s ready in minutes! Made with fresh apple slices, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, then air-fried with coconut oil to crisp perfection, they’re perfect for after-school snacks or lunch boxes! For more easy snacking recipes made with fresh apples, try my Easy Apple Oatmeal Muffins , Apple Hand Pies , Apple Cider Donuts , and these Gourmet Caramel Apples ! What You’ll Need How to Make This Recipe How do I store cinnamon apple chips?...

January 9, 2026 · 7 min · 1356 words · Susan Anderson

How To Make Cherry Pie Filling

Homemade Cherry Pie Filling is so much better than store-bought and can be used in so many ways! We use it top ice cream, in cherry crisp, to fill cakes, on top of cheesecake, on pancakes, waffles, and so much more! Pair this cherry pie filling with my homemade pie crust or use it to top homemade brownies or fill crepes for a delicious dessert! And be sure to also check out our blueberry pie filling next!...

January 9, 2026 · 8 min · 1636 words · Charles Pavick

Instant Pot Homemade Applesauce

This Homemade Applesauce recipe is made in the Instant Pot or slow cooker with just 4 simple ingredients and is ready in less than 15 minutes. It makes a great snack, side dish, or healthy dessert! When it’s apple season, we make lots of things with apples. Other reader favorites include Apple Salad with Candied Walnuts and Poppy Seed Dressing , Homemade Apple Fritters , and Apple Pie Ice Cream ....

January 9, 2026 · 7 min · 1326 words · Ralph Osterstuck

Italian Sausage Stuffing With Cranberries & Apples

Sausage Stuffing is a savory and surprising twist on the traditional side dish that is so popular on Thanksgiving tables. This version is loaded with chopped apples and dried cranberries for a burst of sweet and tart flavor that really complements the savory herbs and Italian sausage. Last year I shared my favorite Southern Cornbread Dressing recipe, which always elicits groans of pleasure from hungry dinner guests. But this year I wanted to switch things up with offer something spicy and savory and different....

January 9, 2026 · 9 min · 1753 words · Emily Parkes

Leftover Prime Rib Sandwich

Use up those prime rib leftovers the best way possible by making a thick, satisfying sandwich! We think the best prime rib sandwich is loaded with amazing smoked prime rib, sweet caramelized onions, peppery arugula, and provolone cheese all on a crusty baguette! What You’ll Need How to Make This Recipe Recipe FAQ’s What Else Can I Make with Leftover Prime Rib? How to Store Leftover Prime Rib More Sandwich Recipes Leftover Prime Rib Sandwich Recipe It’s Montana Week on HONE as part of our American Eats series and I’m rounding things out with a great way to use up any leftovers from your Smoked Prime Rib !...

January 9, 2026 · 9 min · 1846 words · Margaret Wilson

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a delicious, refreshing lemon broth that is just the thing for cold weather days! It’s simple and easy to make, and fantastic with a loaf of crusty bread on the side. We love soup season and probably make it at least once a week when the weather is chilly. If you’re looking for some more amazing soup recipes, be sure to try out our Easy Minestrone Soup , Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage, or maybe our Cheeseburger Soup with Bacon....

January 9, 2026 · 10 min · 2038 words · Robert Wahba

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cool, classic Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is a favorite for many people for good reason! There is nothing as refreshing as a deliciously creamy and crunchy scoop of mint chip on a summer day! When I polled people over on Instagram and asked them their favorite ice cream flavors, mint chocolate chip ice cream was by far the top choice for a majority of folks. Not that I’m surprised!...

January 9, 2026 · 14 min · 2887 words · Phillip Lee

Monster Cookies

Embrace your inner Cookie Monster with these M&M and chocolate chip laden Monster Cookies that are also loaded with plenty of chewy oats and creamy peanut butter! Just try your best to resist the dough so you can actually bake some of these first! We bake a batch of cookies every week! Some of our other favorites are Andes Mint Cookies , Soft Banana Pudding Cookies and classic Snickerdoodles !...

January 9, 2026 · 7 min · 1486 words · Travis Henson

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a holiday favorite and so easy to make! Loaded with plenty of peanut butter and chocolate flavor, these bite-size, poppable treats are the perfect addition to any holiday cookie plate. What You’ll Need How to Make Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe FAQ’s Tips for Success Storage and Freezing Instructions More Peanut Butter Recipes Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe We love all the classic holiday Christmas cookies, even if you really don’t need an excuse to make these year-round....

January 9, 2026 · 8 min · 1594 words · Zona Benavidez

Peppermint Ice Cream

Sweet, cool, rich, and refreshing, this Peppermint Ice Cream is just the dessert you need during the holiday season! But really this easy homemade ice cream recipe can be enjoyed year-round, not just at Christmas! It’s bursting with peppermint and vanilla flavors, and goes perfectly with a warmed up fudgy brownie! Peppermint Ice Cream Ingredients How to Make Peppermint Ice Cream What is peppermint stick ice cream? Can I add different kinds of peppermint candy to this ice cream?...

January 9, 2026 · 7 min · 1335 words · Ruth Coburn

Perfect Filet Mignon

Skip the steakhouse and make restaurant-quality Filet Mignon at home. Ready in 20 minutes and prepared with simple ingredients so the flavor of the tender beef shines through, there is nothing quite like a juicy, perfectly seasoned pan-seared filet mignon cooked exactly how you like it! Choosing the Right Cut of Meat Properly Seasoning the Filet Mignon What You’ll Need How to Make Filet Mignon Understanding Internal Temperature for Filet Mignon Tips For Achieving The Perfect Medium Rare Doneness Recipe FAQ’s Best Sides for Filet Mignon More Restaurant-Quality Dinner Recipes Perfect Filet Mignon Recipe Recipe Cooking the perfect filet mignon can be a daunting task, but with the right technique and tips, you can achieve a perfectly cooked and deliciously tender steak every time....

January 9, 2026 · 15 min · 3074 words · Faith Poe

Rhubarb Bbq Sauce Grilled Chicken

Tart and tangy, with just a little bit of sweet and smoky complexity, this Rhubarb BBQ Sauce is a unique and unexpected twist that is perfect for grilling season! Delicious on grilled chicken, pork, ribs, and burgers, this barbecue sauce is a savory switch-up on an ingredient that is most often found baked into pies! We love a good barbecue! Some of our other favorite barbecue sauces are Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce and Alabama White BBQ Sauce ....

January 9, 2026 · 10 min · 2053 words · William Barker

Rocky Mountain Avalanche Bars

Rocky Mountain Avalanche Bars are part rice krispies treat, part peanut butter fudge, and part white chocolate bark. These totally addicting bars are perfect for a holiday cookie platter or for an easy treat any time of the year! Why We Love These Bars What You’ll Need How to Make Rocky Mountain Avalanche Bars Recipe FAQ’s Tips for Rocky Mountain Avalanche Bars Storage More Dessert Bar Recipes Rocky Mountain Avalanche Bars Recipe Recipe More States I Have Visited in my American Eats Series The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is a sweet shop that started in Durango, Colorado but has spread throughout a bunch of other states in the Rocky Mountain region....

January 9, 2026 · 8 min · 1634 words · Catherine Todd

S’mores Cupcakes With Graham Cracker Frosting

These S’mores Cupcakes with Graham Cracker Frosting, Toasted Marshmallows, and Hershey’s Chocolate are the best ever! Topped with a uniquely wonderful graham cracker cream cheese frosting, toasted marshmallows, extra Hershey’s chocolate bar and pieces of graham cracker, these S’mores Cupcakes with Graham Cracker Frosting bring back memories of summertime, camping, and campfires in all of us! We love cupcakes at our house! Be sure to try our Key Lime Cupcakes , Best Ever Moist Chocolate Cupcakes , Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes , Dulce de Leche Cupcakes , or S’mores Cupcakes next!...

January 9, 2026 · 10 min · 1947 words · Maurice Doan

Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma Meatball Bowls

These supremely satisfying Chicken Shawarma Meatball Bowls are everything I love in a weeknight dinner – easy, full of flavor, and totally customizable. Juicy, golden meatballs spiced with warm shawarma seasoning roast right alongside sweet bell peppers and red onion on a sheet pan, then get piled into bowls with mixed greens or fluffy rice, crisp veggies, and a big drizzle of garlic yogurt sauce. It’s got all the cozy vibes of classic Middle Eastern food, just in a faster, bite-sized package that my whole family devours!...

January 9, 2026 · 10 min · 2099 words · Matthew Dewinter

Smores Bars Recipe

These S’mores Bars have all the ooey-gooey flavors of classic campfire s’mores but in a cookie bar form! With only 10 minutes of prep, these bars are perfect for bake sales, potlucks, and summer nights! These Smore Bars are the perfect substitute to the classic campfire treat What is a Smores Bar? Smores Bar ingredients How to make S’mores Bars Smores Bars Recipe variations How to store this Smores Dessert More Smores Dessert recipes you will love!...

January 9, 2026 · 9 min · 1753 words · Anna Carchi

Strawberry Whoopie Pies

This post was created as in partnership with Imperial Sugar . All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. Part cake, part cookie, these Strawberry Whoopie Pies boast fresh strawberries in every bite and are filled with a sweet and gooey strawberry marshmallow filling that is messy, but oh-so-worth it. When strawberry season rolls around, we have so many favorite recipes to use them in (besides just eating them fresh!...

January 9, 2026 · 9 min · 1879 words · William Chacon