Make-Ahead

Beat the weeknight clock with these make-ahead recipes! From breakfast to dinner, set yourself up for a tasty meal.

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    Patriotic Pepper Platter

    Cream cheese stuffed peppers are easy to make, easy to travel with and wonderful to eat at room temperature. This...


    Coffee Cheesecake

    This luxuriously rich coffee cheesecake with Oreo cookie crust is topped with a silky chocolate ganache. Make it even more...


    Sea Salt Sticks

    When my daughter was in school, her class had a recipe exchange party. The kids would bring a food and...


    Spicy Roasted Carrot Hummus

    This is a wonderful appetizer for Easter, Mother’s Day or any spring gathering. The roasted carrots give this hummus a...


    Amish Vanilla Pie

    We live in rural northern Indiana where we have several Amish communities. I found this recipe in our local paper...



    Eggnog Ice Cream

    Indulge in luscious holiday flavors year-round with our spiked eggnog ice cream.


    Power Breakfast Sandwich

    When I'm looking for a quick breakfast on the go, I always love to have these made and waiting in...

    Copycat Chick-fil-A Avocado-Lime Ranch Dressing

    This easy avocado-lime ranch dressing is a Chick-fil-A copycat recipe. It's perfect for enhancing salads, veggies and wraps with a...


    Dried Cranberry Sharp Cheddar Cheese Balls

    These personal-size cheese balls are such a pleasure to pass around at a party. They’re much easier to eat than...


    Baked Chicken Meatballs

    Our recipe for baked chicken meatballs will quickly become a staple. These tender meatballs are super simple to make and...


    Creamy Pina Colada Pie

    This is a family favorite and super easy to make. Some like the consistency of this pina colada pie right...


    Pina Colada Lush

    Take a trip to the tropics with this pina colada lush, a no-bake dessert with layers of creamy coconut, tangy...


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    Copycat KFC Coleslaw

    Who needs the drive-thru? This KFC coleslaw recipe is the perfect copycat recipe when you’re craving that signature sweet-and-tangy flavor...


    Bourbon and Cornflakes Ice Cream

    Humphry Slocombe's Secret Breakfast is a rich vanilla ice cream infused with bourbon. Crunchy golden brown cornflake cookies are swirled...


    Pina Colada Fluff

    This pina colada fluff recipe is from one of my grandma's vintage cookbooks. Instead of alcoholic rum, you could use...


    Pickled Apples

    A few slices of pickled apples add much-needed brightness and acidity to any rich, hearty dish.

    Instant Pot Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

    Discover how to make a rich and creamy Instant Pot chocolate chip cheesecake with a crunchy graham cracker crust. This...


    Creamy Strawberry Icebox Cake

    My family loves this icebox cake for two reasons: First, it is a delicious way to use strawberries at their...


    French Potato Salad

    French potato salad is a pleasant change of pace from the traditional versions. It's a lighter take on the usual...


    Slow-Cooker Spiral Ham

    My family loves when I make this slow-cooker spiral ham. I'm not sure which they love more though: eating it...


    Slow-Cooker Caramelized Onions

    Slow-cooker caramelized onions will make any meal taste better. Toss them on a burger or sandwich, or in scrambled eggs...


    Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls

    My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat...

    Apple Bread Pudding

    Apple bread pudding is a creamy and sweet baked dish to make during apple season when you don't have quite enough...


    Air-Fryer Cheesecake

    This air-fryer cheesecake is something I've been making and perfecting for years. My daughter insisted it be served...


    Slow-Cooker Pinto Beans

    These slow-cooker pinto beans are full of flavor—and they're nutritious too. Once you've mastered the recipe, try your own take...


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    Oxtail Soup

    This oxtail soup recipe creates a hearty, rustic stew that's perfect for cold winter days. The oxtails take a long...


    Pickled Jalapeno Rings

    I started canning Hungarian hot and mild peppers with my dad every year, but they are hard to find in...


    Maple Sage Grilled Chicken

    Maple and sage are reserved for the fall no more! My family devours these sweet and savory chicken fillets in...