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Recipes

Let’s face it: we’ve all asked the age-old question: What’s for dinner? Growing up in Iowa with a mom and two grandmas who could turn a garden bounty into culinary magic, I’ve learned a thing or two about keeping the table interesting. Dive into these recipes and make everyone at your table a happy eater!

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Little smoky hot dogs wrapped in dough and sprinkled with sesame seeds all on slate serving platter on marble surface

Stoneware bowl with brown rim with two chicken tacos sitting in corn tortillas in bowl with toppings all around.

White marble surface with white casserole dish just after coming out of the oven with spoon resting on bottom after scooping out a serving.

White plate filled with serving of peach crisp with scoop of ice cream melting beside the crisp all on light pink surface.

Glass filled with spicy margarita with seasoning on glass as garnish.

Glass jam jars filled with red colored strawberry butter sitting on marble surface with lids and rings on top.

Most Popular Recipes

Cookies

Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delicious and chewy, the best chocolate chip cookie you’ll eat.

Candy

Grandma’s Peanut Brittle

Classic peanut brittle with sweet crunch and roasted peanuts.

Dips & Spreads

Slow Cooker Apple Butter

Creamy, sweet apple butter with perfect fall flavor.

Dinner

Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples & Squash

A hearty fall meal made with the best flavors of the season.

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Side Dishes

Grilled Broccoli Salad

Charred broccoli, bright dressing, crunchy almonds, Parmesan cheese in a salad.

Preserving

Pickled Beets

Sweet beets meet a tangy brine for a quick snack or topping.

Pickles

Sweet Pickles

Crisp, tangy, sweet pickles with a quick brine.

Salad

Grilled Sweet Corn Salad

Sweet corn, zucchini, and a flavorful green goddess dressing.

Kaleb Wyse holding bowl of salad standing in front of table with family.

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Pudding

Homemade Lemon Pudding

Made with real lemon flavor, this dessert is delicious and easy to make.

Snacks

Homemade Granola

My house recipe filled with oats, nuts, seeds, and warm spices.

Breakfast

Frangipane Coffee Cake

Almond-flavored cake with spiced streusel and tender texture, perfect for coffee.

Muffins

Pistachio Muffins with Vanilla-Orange Glaze

A cardamom crumb, vanilla-orange glaze, and pistachios in two places.

Popular Salad Recipes

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Salad

Roasted Vegetable and Salmon Salad

Roasted root vegetables, salmon, sunflower seeds, and vinaigrette.

Salad

Chicken Fajita Salad

Grilled chicken fajita salad with peppers and cilantro dressing.

Salad

Grilled Zucchini & Onion Salad with Basil Dressing

Grilled zucchini, onions, tomatoes, and roasted peppers with basil dressing.

Salad

Fresh Green Bean & Tomato Salad

Summer salad with crisp green beans, juicy tomatoes, and herbs.

Recent Ice Cream Recipes

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Ice Cream

Espresso Brownie No-Churn Ice Cream

Scoop-able, luscious, rich, and creamy ice cream made with real espresso.

Cake

No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake

Light, fluffy peppermint cheesecake with classic holiday flavor.

Ice Cream

Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

A delicious summertime flavor with raspberry jam swirled in.

Ice Cream

Vanilla Ice Cream

Rich, smooth, and creamy homemade vanilla ice cream.

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Pudding

Homemade Lemon Pudding

Made with real lemon flavor, this dessert is delicious and easy to make.

Weeknight Meal

Butter Chicken

An easy weeknight meal with a creamy, spiced sauce.

Dinner

Baked Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Pea Mash

Served alone or with the pea mash, this is a delicious, light meatball recipe.

Side Dishes

Grilled Broccoli Salad

Charred broccoli, bright dressing, crunchy almonds, Parmesan cheese in a salad.

Dressings & Sauces

Homemade Marinara Sauce

With only 8 ingredients, this sauce comes together in a few minutes.

Snacks

Homemade Granola

My house recipe filled with oats, nuts, seeds, and warm spices.

Drinks

Cranberry Orange Mocktail

A perfect nonalcoholic option for those who still want to celebrate.

Breakfast

Frangipane Coffee Cake

Almond-flavored cake with spiced streusel and tender texture, perfect for coffee.

Muffins

Pistachio Muffins with Vanilla-Orange Glaze

A cardamom crumb, vanilla-orange glaze, and pistachios in two places.

Appetizer

Sausage-Stuffed Dates

A totally unique appetizer recipe made with dates, marinara, and sausage.

Side Dishes

Garlic Bread

A secret ingredient that's not traditional makes for the best bread.

Snacks

Sweet & Smoky Party Mix

Toasted snack mix with nuts and a sweet, smoky coating.

Dinner

Baked Ziti

Cheesy baked pasta with sausage, ricotta, and a fresh lemon-herb finish.

Drinks

Cranberry Margarita

A festive flavor in margarita form to put you in the holiday spirit.

Drinks

Cranberry Simple Syrup

A twist on the classic with flavors of the holiday season.

Dessert

Cranberry Tart

Three components come together to make this tart yet sweet holiday-ready dessert.

Pie

French Silk Pie

A silk chocolate filling topped with light whipped cream and chocolate curls.

Cheesecake

Burnt Basque Pumpkin Cheesecake

When you combine Basque cheesecake and pumpkin, you get something magical.

Side Dishes

Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

A crispy side dish with Parmesan crumbs and tangy vinaigrette.

Dressings & Sauces

Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

A sweet and tangy vinaigrette made with simple staples.

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