These easy Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies take under 10 minutes of prep and yield soft, chewy, fudgy cookies. They’re perfect for little helpers and can be customized with lots of add-ins for different flavors and looks. I enjoy baking cookies year-round, and these chocolate cake mix cookies are a quick, kid-friendly option that lets little … Read more

This super simple no-bake funfetti cheesecake is an ideal treat for any celebration. Ready in about 20 minutes of active prep, it combines a golden Oreo crust with a light, creamy cheesecake filling studded with rainbow sprinkles—an easy, festive twist on classic funfetti cake. Swap sprinkles to match a team, holiday, or occasion. Perfect for … Read more

Peanut butter and chocolate belong together. These homemade Peanut Butter Cup Truffles are an easy, no-bake treat for any occasion — perfect as truffles, Buckeyes, or flattened into eggs for Easter. A happy discovery I’m happiest when peanut butter meets chocolate. I recently experimented with Reese Cup–style treats and refined the idea into this simple … Read more

These cilantro lime marinated Flat Iron Steak Fajitas are juicy, tender, and full of bright, bold flavor. They sear quickly in a hot skillet, develop crisp, caramelized edges, and are easy to customize—making them a perfect weeknight dinner the whole family will love. This post is sponsored by the Ohio Beef Council, all opinions are … Read more

These Honey Lime Baked Chicken Fajitas are quick to prepare and packed with flavor. This sheet pan dinner comes together in under 30 minutes—sweet honey, bright lime, and smoky paprika create a vibrant, family-friendly meal. This recipe was originally published December 2018 and updated with new images and recipe tips in August 2024. Sheet pan … Read more

This Turkey Sausage Stuffing is a flavorful, comforting side that’s perfect for holiday tables and weeknight dinners alike. Crispy-topped sourdough or French bread, savory turkey sausage, sautéed vegetables and fresh herbs create a rich, buttery stuffing that can be made a day ahead for easier entertaining. This post is sponsored by the Ohio Poultry Association. … Read more

Pork carnitas are a flavorful, crispy pork taco favorite that make a satisfying family meal. Pair them with the right sides and toppings and you’ll have a balanced, crowd-pleasing dinner. What are carnitas? Carnitas, which translates to “little meats,” is a traditional Mexican pork dish. The pork is slowly cooked—often braised or simmered in fat—until … Read more

These cinnamon-sweet, buttery Air Fryer Apples are tender, flavorful, and ready in just 10 minutes. Not the heavy fried apples you might expect—just a touch of butter and lots of cozy cinnamon flavor. Serve as a side, spoon over ice cream for dessert, or enjoy on their own. We love using the air fryer for … Read more

Simple and delicious, this Cranberry Apple Chutney is a lovely addition to any holiday table. With just a few ingredients and under 30 minutes of active time, tart cranberries, juicy apples, golden raisins, orange zest, brown sugar, and cinnamon combine with a splash of balsamic for a bright, flavorful condiment. Skip the canned cranberry sauce … Read more

This simple Ground Beef Pasta is a family-friendly skillet meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Creamy, cheesy, and bright with spinach and tomatoes, it’s seasoned with Italian herbs for a comforting weeknight dinner everyone will ask for seconds of. This recipe was first published May 2019 and updated to make the sauce thicker … Read more