Made from scratch recipes. Perfect for a home cook looking to perfect your family’s favorite recipes. If you’re a home baker eager to try new treats, you’ll find homemade recipe and tips to suit your needs.
Learn how to achieve the perfect rise on your bread, keep cookies from spreading too much, and make the flakiest pie crusts. Discover how to use pantry staples creatively, store ingredients properly, and make meal prep a breeze.
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Cookies are soft, rich, and filled with a tangy cream cheese buttercream center that makes them feel bakery-worthy but completely doable in your home kitchen. There’s something extra special about pulling a tray of homemade cookies from the oven — especially when they hide a creamy surprise inside. We love recipes […]
Bakery Style Red Velvet Cheesecake Cookies Read Post »
This slow cooker beef is tender, flavorful, and coated in a rich, savory gravy that’s perfect over egg noodles, creamy mashed potatoes, or piled high on a soft sandwich bun. It’s one of those dependable recipes you’ll come back to again and again — especially on busy days when you want a hearty meal without
Slow Cooker Beef with Rich Savory Gravy Read Post »
Old-fashioned chicken and dumpling soup made from scratch. A hearty, homestyle comfort meal perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners. There’s something deeply comforting about a pot of chicken and dumpling soup simmering on the stove. The steam rising from the pot, the scent of tender chicken, herbs, and soft dumplings. Well, my mom is
Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumpling Soup Read Post »
Half whole wheat bread made in a bread maker is so easy. It’s soft enough for sandwiches, sturdy enough for toast, and full of that familiar sourdough flavor we all love. Best of all, it’s approachable. Even if you’re new to sourdough or baking with whole wheat flour. By using half whole wheat flour and
Half Whole Wheat Bread Maker Sourdough (Soft & Hearty) Read Post »
This homemade sweetened condensed milk dry mix is a simple way to keep a reliable sweetened condensed milk substitute ready at all times. It shows up in everything from old-fashioned fudge and no-bake desserts to cozy cups of coffee and holiday baking. There are some ingredients I just love having on hand in the pantry,
Sweetened Condensed Milk Dry Mix in Minutes Read Post »
There’s something incredibly comforting about pulling a warm loaf of sourdough bread out of your bread maker. This recipe is perfect for beginners because it combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with the reliability of yeast and the convenience of a bread machine. Whether you’re working with a ripe, bubbly starter or using up sourdough
Easy Bread Maker Sourdough Bread (Beginner-Friendly) Read Post »
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about a pan of homemade lemon bars cooling on the counter. With a rich, buttery shortbread base and a bright, silky lemon topping, this recipe has all the hallmarks of an old‑fashioned favorite made just right. Classic Luscious Lemon Bars with Homemade Shortbread Crust are the kind of dessert that feels
Classic Luscious Lemon Bars with Homemade Shortbread Crust Read Post »
This easy no-bake Nutter Butter Truffles recipe uses just a handful of ingredients to create a rich, creamy treat everyone loves. When you need a simple dessert that feels special without turning on the oven, these peanut butter truffles are a go-to no-bake recipe that never disappoints. We love recipes that are practical, comforting, and
Easy Nutter Butter Truffles Recipe (No-Bake) Read Post »
If there’s one candy I can never walk past in the store, it’s chocolate covered raisins. They feel a little nostalgic, a little old-fashioned, and somehow both candy and snack all at once. But once I started making them at home, I realized just how easy they are. And honestly, I think they taste even
Easy Homemade Chocolate Covered Raisins Recipe Read Post »
This homemade maple eggnog is rich, creamy, and gently spiced, made completely from scratch with simple pantry ingredients and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. There’s just something about homemade eggnog that makes the kitchen feel extra cozy during the holidays. For our family, eggnog brings back memories of chilly evenings, twinkling lights, and everyone gathering
Easy Homemade Maple Eggnog: A Holiday Classic Read Post »
This Garden Vegetable Pasta is one of those easy, comforting meals that lets fresh produce shine without a lot of fuss. It’s the kind of recipe I love on busy days when we want something hearty, healthy, and full of flavor, but not complicated. There’s just something special about cooking with vegetables that come straight
Garden Vegetable Pasta (Fresh and Simple) Read Post »
This oven roasted melting cabbage is one of those recipes that turns humble cabbage into something special.Thick slices of cabbage are brushed with butter and olive oil, roasted until tender, and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan that turns golden and bubbly in the oven. The inside becomes soft and almost creamy, while the edges
Oven Roasted Melting Cabbage with Parmesan Read Post »
Easy Strawberry Simple Syrup a versatile recipe that belongs in every farmhouse kitchen. Whether drizzled over breakfast favorites, stirred into refreshing drinks, or used to finish off desserts, this homemade strawberry syrup delivers fresh flavor and a touch of homemade charm in every spoonful. There’s something so satisfying about turning a handful of fresh strawberries
How to Make the Best Strawberry Simple Syrup: Fresh & Easy Read Post »
Inspired by the flavors of Boston cream pie, this no bake eclair cake comes together quickly, and tastes even better the next day. Magically transform after chilling. There’s something extra special about a dessert that brings people back for seconds without ever turning on the oven. This easy no bake chocolate eclaire cake is one
Easy No Bake Eclair Cake with Graham Crackers Dessert Read Post »
There are meals that feel a little extra special without being fussy, and this bacon wrapped filet mignon recipe is one of them. Tender beef, smoky bacon, and simple seasonings come together in a way that feels classic, comforting, and downright impressive. Without a lot of complicated steps. It’s the kind of dinner we love
Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon Recipe: Restaurant Quality Read Post »
Classic Green Bean Casseroleiscreamy, comforting, and dependable. The kind of side dish that shows up year after year because everyone genuinely loves it. When the holidays roll around, there are certain dishes that simply belong on the table and green bean casserole is one of them. This version keeps the recipe classic and familiar, using
Classic Green Bean Casserole for the Holiday Table Read Post »
This Peanut Butter Apple Salad is one of those simple recipes that shows up at potlucks, family dinners, and holiday spreads. It disappears fast. It’s sweet, salty, crunchy, and creamy all in one bowl, with just a handful of ingredients and minutes of prep. Creamy peanut butter, crisp apples, and crunchy pretzels come together in
Peanut Butter Apple Salad (Sweet & Salty Classic) Read Post »
Crispy, thin deep fried eggplant slices dipped in a 2-ingredient beer batter and deep fried to perfection. No need for no bread crumbs, cornmeal, or eggs for this easy recipe. We’ve been making beer battered fish this way for years. We thought why not try frying eggplant pieces the same way. This was our very first year
Crispy Deep Fried Eggplant: A Classic Garden Treat Read Post »
This pineapple pistachio pudding salad is a classic potluck favorite recipe. It’s one of those old-fashioned favorites that used to show up at every church potluck, family reunion, and holiday dessert table. Back in the day, many folks knew it as Watergate salad. But no matter what name you call it, this easy dessert salad
Pineapple Pistachio Pudding Salad Recipe Read Post »
These easy bacon wrapped scallops are smoky, salty bacon paired with the natural sweetness of the scallops. It’s a classic combination for good reason. One that never seems to go out of style. Tender sea scallops wrapped in savory bacon cook up quickly and look beautiful on the plate. Perfect for a special occasion. Yet
Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe (Baked, Broiled, Fried) Read Post »
