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Homemade Mint Oreo Cookies Recipe for Perfectly Minty Treats

These Homemade Mint Oreos feature a simple mint buttercream sandwiched between crisp yet tender dark chocolate cookies. I’ve become a big fan of sandwich cookies and whoopie pies, and these homemade mint Oreos are one of my favorites. The chocolate cookies are crisp at first, but tender and full of rich cocoa flavor. If you … Read more

No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Recipe (+10 More Peanut Butter Desserts)

This No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie features an Oreo crust, whipped peanut butter filling, and a silky chocolate ganache — each bite is pure decadence.

This No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie with an oreo crust, whipped peanut butter filling, and silky chocolate ganache will have you savoring every decadent bite!

This year I’m launching a monthly series celebrating national food holidays with some talented food blogger friends. Today happens to be National Peanut Butter Day, and I’m sharing one of my favorite peanut-butter-forward desserts. I eat peanut butter toast almost every morning, so you can tell how much I love it!

Even while trying to eat healthier, I still make room for the occasional cheat treat. This no-bake peanut butter pie is one of those indulgences that’s worth every bite — rich, smooth, and so satisfying. It practically melts in your mouth.

This light, creamy no-bake lemon icebox cake layers graham crackers with lemon pudding and whipped topping for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert. Refrigerated desserts are perfect no-bake solutions for summer, potlucks, and make-ahead occasions. If you like icebox cakes, try other variations such as chocolate or eclair-style versions for more no-bake options. Why You Will Love … Read more

Grandma’s Classic Baked Beans Recipe for Comforting Flavor

This is a treasured family recipe that has been passed down for generations. Although I never met my grandmother, my mother remembers these beans from her childhood, and they remain a holiday must-have for our family.

These homemade corn dogs are lightly sweet, crisp, and hand-dipped just like the ones at Corn Dog Castle in California Adventure, Disneyland. They freeze well too! It’s hard to believe it’s been years since our last trip to Disneyland. Back then we had two small kids who loved everything about the park—especially the food. One … Read more

How to Freeze Avocados for Smoothies, Spreads, and Salads

Here’s a simple, practical guide for preserving ripe avocados so you can enjoy them later. If you’ve ever stocked up during a sale or ended up with perfectly ripe avocados that you can’t use immediately, freezing them as a puree is an excellent solution. Blending the flesh with a bit of lime or lemon juice … Read more

Classic Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe with Melted Pepperoncini BBQ Sauce

This flavorful Mississippi Pot Roast makes an excellent make-ahead freezer meal. Slow-cooked in a crock pot, the roast becomes tender and shreds into a rich, savory gravy. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a comforting family dinner. If you enjoy hearty comfort meals with mashed potatoes, you might also like Country Fried … Read more

Apple and Herb Turkey Brine: Step-by-Step Brining Guide

Our favorite Apple and Herb Turkey Brine with step-by-step photos showing how to brine and roast a turkey to juicy perfection—perfect for Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving will arrive before you know it, so I’ll be sharing several holiday recipes over the next week. We’ll start with the centerpiece: the turkey. Every year we brine our turkey and … Read more

Cranberry Pecan Cheeseball Recipe with Video Tutorial

This easy Cranberry Pecan Cheeseball uses just five ingredients—cream cheese, dried cranberries, green onions, white cheddar, and pecans—to create a festive, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve. Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball Cheeseballs are a top holiday appetizer because they’re simple, make-ahead friendly, visually festive, and deliciously addictive. … Read more

Slow Cooker Smoked Sausage in Sweet and Sour Sauce

Summer warmth is already here, so it felt like the perfect time to share an easy slow cooker dinner idea. I’m a big fan of smoked sausage—kielbasa, kielbasa-style links, chicken or turkey sausage—any long, horseshoe-shaped link you can slice and toss into a meal. Two of our go-to recipes using this kind of sausage are Quick Sausage Jambalaya and Easy Grilled Summer Vegetable & Sausage foil packets served with Garlic Parmesan Orzo.