S’mores Bars: The Ultimate Campfire-Inspired Dessert

Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted (for the graham cracker crust) 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (this will form the base of the bars) 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for sweetness) 1/8 teaspoon salt (to balance the sweetness) 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk (the creamy binder that holds everything together) 2 cups milk chocolate chips (for that … Read more

4-ingredient cheesy holiday potato casserole

This 4-ingredient cheesy holiday potato casserole is exactly the kind of dish I lean on when life is busy, the oven is already packed with a main course, and I still want something cozy and crowd-pleasing on the table. It’s inspired by the classic Midwestern “funeral potatoes” and potluck casseroles I grew up with—simple pantry … Read more

Cheddar Crusted Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

This Cheddar Crusted Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a comforting dish that brings warmth to any family dinner. It’s a hearty meal that’s perfect for those chilly Midwestern evenings when you want something filling and delicious. The combination of savory ground beef, tender rice, and a crispy cheddar crust makes it a family favorite. … Read more

Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge

Ingredients: · 3 cups (600g) granulated sugar · 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter · 2/3 cup (160ml) evaporated milk (one 5 oz can) · 1 (12 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate chips · 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow creme (like Marshmallow Fluff) · 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract · 1 1/2 cups (150g) chopped pecans, toasted … Read more

Holiday Raspberry White Chocolate Soft Cookies

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/3 cup raspberry jam (or preserve) 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate Pinch of salt (optional) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) Methods     see continuation on next page    

No-Bake Rice Crispy Treat Cheesecake

Ingredients For the Rice Crispy Base: 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or any puffed rice cereal) 4 tbsp unsalted butter 10 oz marshmallows (mini or regular) 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional for extra flavor) For the Cheesecake Filling: 16 oz cream cheese (softened to room temperature) 1 cup heavy whipping cream 3/4 cup powdered sugar … Read more

Best Butter Cookies

Ingredients & Their Roles (The Formation)   · 8 oz (226g) Unsalted Butter, room temperature: The STAR. It provides flavor, tenderness, and that essential sandy texture. Unsalted butter allows you to control the salt level. Room temp is non-negotiable for proper creaming. · 3/4 cup (150g) Granulated Sugar: Sweetens and, when creamed with butter, helps … Read more

The Ultimate Pineapple Pound Cake

 Ingredients For the Cake: · 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature · 2 cups granulated sugar · 4 large eggs, room temperature · 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled · 1 teaspoon baking powder · ½ teaspoon salt · 1 cup crushed pineapple, thoroughly drained (reserve juice for glaze if … Read more