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By Becky Hardin Published Jan 12, 2022 There’s something about salted caramel that feels simple yet indulgent, and these salted caramel brownie cookies are the perfect example. They’re sweet, salty, and chocolate-y all in one. They’re warm and gooey on the inside, yet wonderfully crunchy and chewy on the outside! Made with just five ingredients, these easy to make caramel cookies are perfect for any occasion. Cookies made with brownie mix are almost too good to be true....

By Becky Hardin Published May 18, 2018 Quick and easy has been the dinner theme at my house lately, and this sausage alfredo pasta is no exception! I amped up this classic creamy pasta dish with hot Italian sausage and fried sage leaves to create an elevated weeknight meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this sausage alfredo will blow your socks off! I love classic Alfredo sauce . It’s so creamy, cheesy and delicious!...

By Becky Hardin Published Apr 21, 2022 Ready in less than 30 minutes, add Sheet Pan Lemon Salmon to the weeknight dinner menu! With zesty lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, this sheet pan dinner recipe is bursting with fresh flavor. Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner Sheet pan dinners are always a welcome addition to the dinner menu – especially as weeknights start to fill up with sports and activities! I love the simplicity of tossing everything onto a pan and letting the oven do the work....

By Becky Hardin Published Nov 3, 2020 This delicious spinach salad recipe is loaded with texture and flavor and finished with a sweet and tangy dressing. Hearty enough to serve as a main, it’s easy and quick to make. Spinach Salad I know that you guys are going to love this tasty spinach salad! Loaded with fresh veggies, boiled eggs, crispy bacon and croutons it’s a delicious way to get some goodness in!...

By Becky Hardin Updated Jun 24, 2025 Stabilized Whipped Cream comes in handy when making desserts. I like to use this easy-to-make Homemade Cool Whip as a replacement for store-bought whipped topping. Read on to learn how I prepare stabilized whipped cream! Pin this recipe for later! 5-Star Review “This was so fluffy and delicious! Held up very well and was so easy to make.” -Lindsay Easy Stabilized Whipped Cream Homemade whipped cream tends to deflate and get watery pretty quickly....

By Becky Hardin Updated Jun 11, 2025 Sticky Wings are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. These Baked Sesame Chicken Wings are a favorite for game day. A little bit spicy and sweet, and loved by all. You’ll never miss deep frying your wings after you taste how amazing baked wings are! Pin this recipe for later! 5-Star Review “Delicious! Will add more red pepper flakes for more heat next time....

By Becky Hardin Updated Jul 21, 2025 This easy taco casserole with ground beef, tater tots, refried beans, and lots of cheese is one of my favorite weeknight dinners! It’s easy, it’s delicious, and is a dish everyone will love. Pin this recipe for later! 5-Star Review “So delicious. I used hash browns with bell peppers O’Brien’s mixture instead of tater tots. So easy everyone loved it. Thank you” – Dawn...

By Becky Hardin Updated Sep 18, 2025 I can never resist a slice of Tres Leches cake—it’s one of those desserts I’ll happily make (and eat!) any chance I get. The light, airy sponge soaks up that sweet mixture of three milks, turning it into something so soft and dreamy. And then topping it with a fluffy layer of whipped cream? Pure perfection. What I love most is how easy it is to whip up at home, yet it always feels so special....

By Becky Hardin Updated Jun 26, 2025 This Tri-Color Pasta Salad with fresh mozzarella is my go to for BBQ’s, game days, family gatherings and pretty much any time I need to quickly whip up something satisfying and delicious! Fresh veggies, cheese, and rotini—covered with your favorite zesty Italian dressing. It’ll please vegetarians and omnivores alike! Pin this recipe for later! 5-Star Review “Absolutely loved it!! so good.” – Milica...

By Becky Hardin Updated Mar 13, 2025 These butter burgers are amazingly delicious and just so happen to be my favorite burger recipe! A butter-soaked burger is not for the health-conscious, but it is for anyone who enjoys really good food! It should be no surprise that a state known for its dairy products (Wisconsin, represent!) would pile them onto a burger. This Wisconsin butter burger recipe had me drooling before I even bit into the juicy, cheesy, buttery goodness!...

By Becky Hardin Published May 17, 2023 Grilling season is here! I’ve gathered some of the best summer grilling ideas and recipes to share with you guys so you’re prepared to make the most of the season. Decide what to make for dinner tonight with these easy grill recipes (burgers, chicken, steaks, and more), along with some grilling essentials and tips! Grill Recipes for Summer Wondering what to grill tonight for dinner, what’s good to cook on the grill, or what to grill for a crowd?...

By Becky Hardin Updated May 10, 2025 Air Fryer Potatoes are always so fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside! A medley of herbs and spices make this side dish flavorful, yet delightfully simple. Oh, and thanks to the air fryer, this recipe couldn’t be any quicker or easier to make! 5-Star Review “Fun quick air fried potato recipe.” -Luke Air Fryer Potatoes Recipe Make perfect potatoes in the air fryer in under an hour using herbs and spices you likely already have on hand....

By Becky Hardin Published May 17, 2024 There are few things better on a hot summer day than a root beer float! I mean, what could be better…? How ’bout this: an alcoholic root beer float! It’s a fun twist on an old favorite, combining three of my favorite things: good root beer, vanilla bean ice cream, and vanilla vodka. When summer is in full swing, I love to mix up my cocktail game with a cold, refreshing alcoholic root beer float!...

By Becky Hardin Published Mar 1, 2022 Soft and chewy Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Cookies are a delicious answer to mornings on the go. Packed with oats, warm cinnamon, and diced apple, these breakfast cookies taste just like your favorite loaded bowl of oatmeal! Apple Oatmeal Cookies Mix up mundane breakfasts with soft-baked apple cinnamon breakfast cookies! They’re everything we love about spiced oatmeal in cookie form, quick to grab on your way out the door....

By Becky Hardin Published Nov 26, 2018 This Baked Blooming Onion is a healthier version of a favorite restaurant appetizer. A Superbowl spread wouldn’t be complete with this Bloomin’ Onion recipe! Make this Blooming Onion Recipe healthier by baking it instead of frying it. It’s just as delicious! Baked Blooming Onion Recipe This baked blooming onion recipe is my take on a popular restaurant appetizer that everybody loves. Baked instead of fried makes it a whole lot healthier!...

By Becky Hardin Updated Oct 3, 2025 I love making these juicy turkey meatballs! I stuff tender, flavorful ground turkey with stringy mozzarella cheese for a delicious cheesy bite! Since I’ve baked these meatballs instead of frying them, they are a healthier take on a fun appetizer that’s perfect for game day. Pin this recipe for later! Easy Baked Turkey Meatballs Recipe These cheesy baked turkey meatballs are made with ground turkey, and they’re so delicious and easy....

By Becky Hardin Updated Jan 13, 2025 What if I say skip the store-bought snacks and whip up a batch of these protein balls instead!! Banana Bread Protein Balls made with oats, bananas, peanut butter, and protein powder, each bite is an energy boost. They have the same warm and comforting flavors of banana bread. Homemade energy balls always taste better! These no bake Banana Bread Energy Balls are healthy (isn’t obvious), and flavorful with sweet ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and salty peanut butter....

By Becky Hardin Updated Jul 30, 2025 This birthday cake martini is my favorite way to celebrate my birthday! It’s fun, flirty, and tastes just like homemade funfetti cake. I rimmed the glasses with sprinkles, and it created such a fun and colorful effect! I think this would be the perfect drink to celebrate turning 21 for the first—or 10th—time! Pin this recipe for later! Easy Birthday Cake Martini My birthday falls in August, but honestly, I’ll take any excuse to celebrate early....

By Becky Hardin Published Jun 18, 2023 I love the rich flavor that Boursin cheese adds to recipes, but I don’t always keep it on hand. This homemade Boursin cheese recipe is the perfect substitute for my favorite creamy cheese spread. It makes a great easy dip for crackers or veggies, and it’s also great on chicken or pasta. I never have to worry with this easy Boursin cheese substitute!...

By Becky Hardin Published Feb 7, 2023 This Cheesy Refried Bean Dip consists of less than 10 ingredients and takes only 30 minutes to make! This hot bean dip is a great appetizer to serve on special occasions such as Cinco de Mayo, the big game day, work events, and more! Pin this recipe for later! What’s in Cheesy Bean Dip? This easy appetizer contains a handful of simple ingredients to make the perfect easy refried bean dip every time!...