Make Ahead
Instant Pot Black Bean Soup
This hearty, comforting Instant Pot Black Bean Soup tastes like it’s simmered for hours. But the layers of rich flavor develop quickly and easily in your pressure cooker! Perfect for weeknight dinners on busy evenings or cozy, effortless weekend meals … and it even freezes beautifully so you can make it ahead, too. (with Vegan/Vegetarian options)
Christmas Tree Dip
This Christmas Tree Dip is a party headliner. Layers of scrumptious, bold Mediterranean flavors make it addictive … and its cute holiday “tree” shape makes it the centerpiece of any buffet. But, luckily, it’s quick and easy to whip up. (We’re talking 10 minutes here – seriously!) So, you definitely won’t mind when everyone requests that you make it year after year!
Mint Chocolate Fudge (Christmas Fudge)
This super-easy Mint Chocolate Fudge will definitely put the holly-jolly in your holidays. It’s deeply chocolate-y, with a kiss of festive mint. And, it’s all prettied-up with an optional {but highly recommended} decorative swirl. Sensational for Christmas … but trust me on this … you’ll want to try my hack for keeping a little stockpile of “freezer fudge” for chocolate emergencies all year long, too!
Cranberry Salsa
This unique, festive Cranberry Salsa slashes the amount of sugar many other recipes use to tame the tart cranberries. Instead, succulent pineapple adds an ingenious, sweet counterpoint and a tropical, salsa-y flair. So quick and easy – a perfect, guilt-free holiday appetizer!
Turkey Rice Soup
This Turkey Wild Rice Soup is like a whole bowlful of comforting hugs. Creamy and richly flavorful, warm and deeply satisfying. Absolutely craveable. Try it with leftover Thanksgiving turkey … or even with leftover chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken.
Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
Just 3 ingredients! These yummy, ultra-easy Instant Pot Chicken Tacos require very little hands-on time and can even be made ahead. Let your pressure cooker do the work for you, and serve up an infinitely customizable dinner your whole family will love!
Apple Overnight Oats
These Apple Overnight Oats are bursting with yummy layers of flavor from sweet-tart cranberries, juicy apples, and cozy notes of vanilla and cinnamon! Plus, the whole grain oats are boosted with extra protein from creamy Greek yogurt and crunchy nuts. This deliciously easy, hearty power breakfast takes just 10 minutes to prep … and is ready whenever you are!
Meatloaf Muffins “Old Fashioned” Mini Meatloaf Recipe
These delicious little Meatloaf Muffins capture all that homestyle, old-fashioned meatloaf flavor your family loves, in a quick-baking mini! Prep them ahead for a super-fast, comforting dinner on busy nights!
Peanut Butter Energy Balls
These delicious no-bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls (aka Quick and Healthy Snack Bites) are loaded with nutrition to keep you powered up and energized – filled with lots of whole grains, fiber and protein! They’re quick and easy to make, and freezable, too. A healthy snack your family will love, and you’ll feel absolutely terrific about giving them!
Italian Stuffed Peppers
These Italian Stuffed Peppers feature your favorite pizza-inspired flavors! They’re packed with Italian sausage and pepperoni, along with the traditional ground beef. Plus, they’ve got zesty sauce and a double-hit of melty mozzarella. Bonus for busy families: they’re ready in under 30, and you can make them ahead for busy nights!
Tomato and Onion Salad with Peppers
~ This super EASY Tomato and Onion Salad gets an extra boost of flavor from vibrant, crunchy peppers. It’s a signature summer recipe from one of the very best cooks I’ve ever known – my Oma! And, it only takes 5 minutes to make! ~