Blueberry lemon shortcake combines the sweetness of blueberries with the tartness of lemon; all wrapped up in a fluffy, buttery shortcake.  If you want a new dessert recipe this summer, look no further than this easy lemon blueberry shortcake! It’s a fun twist on the classic strawberry shortcake, made with an easy, no-fuss lemon shortcake recipe, fresh whipped cream, and an easy blueberry sauce. There is nothing like sweet blueberries and whipped cream to sweeten your summer day! Ingredients Shortcakes  2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup white sugar One tbsp of baking powder 1/2 teasp ..read more

These banana pumpkin oatmeal muffins are hearty,  delicious, healthy, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, and dessert!  Prep time: 10 minutes Bake time: 22 minutes Total time: 35 minutes You will love the natural sweetness of these pumpkin banana oatmeal muffins!  You are in the right place if you love pumpkin spice baked goods or banana bread!  These muffins are the perfect combination of both!  These muffins are nutty, hearty, and full of healthy goodness! Ingredients Needed 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about two large bananas) 1 cup canned pumpkin puree Two large egg ..read more

If you love the Iconic Starbucks iced lemon Loaf but don’t want to pay $4.00 for one slice, you should make these easy lemon loaf muffins instead! Starbucks’ lemon loaf is delicious but very expensive. These lemon loaf muffins can be made in under an hour and are a delightful afternoon treat! You will love how the lemon glaze seeps into the muffins for the ultimate sweet lemon flavor!   I made this recipe into muffins for a quicker cooking time. Ingredients Needed 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter ..read more

Risotto Carbonara is an easy restaurant-quality dish you can whip up at home in just a few minutes. I have included stovetop and Instant Pot Instructions for you.   Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time 30 minutes total time: 40 minutes Cooking restaurant-quality meals at home can save you tons of time and money.  There is no babysitter to pay, no restaurant prices, and you can even eat it in the comfort of your home!  You only need a few ingredients and 30 minutes to whip up this mouthwatering meal. What is Carbonara? Carbonara is an Italian classic dish that originated in Rome ..read more

If you have ever had funeral potatoes during bereavement or otherwise, you will love this funeral chicken bake, which is a funeral potato upgraded to a chicken casserole! Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Total time: 55 minutes My dad is from a small town, so I’ve experienced several small-town funeral church potlucks over the years. Although I didn’t know the name of this dish as a child, I was most definitely comforted by funeral potatoes at least a few times. “Funeral potatoes” are the ultimate comfort potato dish. You bake potatoes with condensed cream of chicken soup, sour crea ..read more

These sweet and savory  Brussels sprouts, roasted with blistered blueberries and tossed with pine nuts and goat cheese, are the perfect healthy side dish for spring!   These roasted Brussels sprouts are the side dish recipe you didn’t think you needed! You only need a few ingredients and 20 minutes to roast them in the oven! These blueberry-roasted Brussels sprouts make a delicious side dish for any holiday or weeknight. This is also an easy recipe to prep ahead of time for a healthy lunch! This balsamic roasted Brussels spouts recipe works because the blueberries are roasted right ..read more

Have you tried the Potato Cheddar and Chives Bakes from Starbucks?  They make a delicious breakfast, lunch, or snack and are great for meal prep!  You can make your own for pennies compared to the price you pay at the store!  The potato cheddar and chive bakes, a new menu item from Starbucks, are delicious but expensive!  I figured out a copycat recipe for you to make them at home! Ingredients One 24-ounce package of hashbrowns or diced potatoes from the grocery store’s refrigerator section. 1 cup cheddar cheese Four large eggs 1 cup of whole milk, half and half, or heavy ..read more

If you love Moose Tracks ice cream, you will love these gooey Moose Tracks Rice Krispie Treats! These are laced with fudge and packed with peanut butter cups.   Your friends and family will go crazy for these easy Moose Tracks Rice Krispie Treats!  All you need is a few ingredients for this easy, no-bake treat!  This is a great way to use those leftover peanut butter cups from Halloween, Christmas, or other holiday celebrations.   These will remind you of moose tracks ice cream, only in rice krispie form! Where did the term Moose Tracks come from? Moose Tracks is an i ..read more

Butter pecan carrots have a rich, savory, and slightly sweet flavor.  The richness of butter tastes perfect with the nuttiness of the toasted pecans.   This carrot dish will wow your guests during any holiday season! I have a new carrot recipe for you, just in time for spring!  I am always searching for an easy side dish you can easily throw together if you travel for the holidays.  These sweet carrots call for just a few easy ingredients but will wow your friends and family this holiday season!  These have a low prep time, so you don’t need to stress during the ..read more

I have combined my favorite Northern Italian dish and my favorite American comfort food!  This Chicken pot pie risotto is unbelievably delicious, and you will feel like you’re dining in a nice restaurant!  This creamy chicken risotto is super tender and amazingly satisfying!  You can choose to make this on your stove, or you can choose the less labor-intensive method of making this creamy risotto in your instant pot. This meal is absolutely incredible and will please everyone in your family. Where does risotto originate? Parmesan risotto, also known as “Risotto alla Parmigiana ..read more