This candy corn dessert idea is the perfect way to use up leftover candy corn from Halloween. Kids and adults alike will love the chewy texture and sweet taste of these easy white chocolate candy corn blondies. Since candy corn is so readily available this time of the year, it makes the perfect add-in for …

Say hello to the Frankenstein Martini. This green Halloween cocktail recipe brings together Frankenstein’s two main colors – black and green – in one delightfully ghoulish drink. It’s so fun to use color in Halloween drinks. There is nothing quite as spooky as a Halloween cocktail using a colored liqueur as a base for the …

Looking for cute Halloween brownie ideas? These yummy Halloween brownies, shaped like mummies, will be the first sweet treat to disappear from your Halloween party dessert table. These mummy brownies are fudgy and whimsical with an eerie, kid-friendly look. Halloween-themed desserts are a hit with both the kids and fun-loving adults. Best of all, they …

Looking for a cocktail recipe that is easy to make, and creative enough to be the talk of your Halloween Party? Try making this Witches Brew cocktail.  This blue Halloween drink looks like something a witch would brew in her cauldron! It has a black sanding sugar rim which not only looks eerie but also …

Don’t throw the pumpkin seeds away when you carve pumpkins this year! Instead turn the often wasted seeds into spiced toasted pumpkin seeds! I love using all parts of the pumpkin. The puree can be used to make biscuits, waffles, muffins, cakes, and energy bites, but the seeds are often left out of recipes. There …

Are you looking for new fall recipes to try? This one pot sausage rotini bake is full-bodied, hearty, and best of all, everything comes together in one pot.  Fall is a great time to prepare one pot meals. It’s a busy time of year, and nothing is easier to put together than meals made in …

If you like the taste of caramel apples in the fall, you will love these caramel apple bars. They taste just like the traditional fall favorite but without all the fuss.  This apple oatmeal bar recipe is sweet and hearty, so easy to prepare, and is perfect for National Oatmeal Day, which falls on October …

Here is one of my latest cooking tips for the holidays – make your own homemade pumpkin puree. Pumpkin puree is a staple in Halloween and Thanksgiving cooking. From oatmeal to smoothies, to fudge and energy bites, making fresh pumpkin adds an earthy flavor to many of your fall recipes.   You can buy it …

This pumpkin spice oatmeal takes an ordinary bowl of oatmeal to a whole new level with the addition of fresh pumpkin puree, spices, pecans, and pumpkin seeds. The pumpkin recipe comes together in less than 15 minutes and is perfect for a busy morning. It’s hearty, tasty, and a recipe that your family will ask …

These 30+ Halloween Recipes are the perfect way to celebrate this fun holiday.  Halloween will be here before we know it. This holiday is a blast for kids and gives parents a chance to be kids again, too! Halloween party food is fun, spooky, and whimsical, and looks great on a party table. Whether you …

The El Diablo cocktail is an easy-to-mix tequila drink with a vibrant and refreshing flavor that is perfect for Halloween. Although not strictly a Halloween cocktail, El Diablo means “the devil” in Spanish, and the reddish hues of the drink make it a popular choice for the holiday.  The drink is made with crème de …

This delicious caramel apple martini uses Granny Smith apples, chopped nuts and a delicious blend of alcohol for one amazing cocktail. Caramel apples are a fun thing to do in the fall but you don’t need to wait for the cold weather to enjoy the taste of them. Today we’ll be getting the memory of those …

These apple cheesecake bars have a three-layered mixture that features a crumb crust, a creamy cheesecake layer topped with cinnamon apples, and a streusel crumble. If you like cheesecake recipes with a twist, you will want to try this recipe. The taste is amazing and, like most bar recipes, these cheesecake apple bars are super …

Looking for a warm and comforting meal to make one night this week? Try this creamy garlic mushroom chicken recipe. The recipe ticks all the boxes for easy comfort food and tastes delicious, too.  There are so many wholesome ingredients that go in this creamy garlic mushroom chicken dish. It calls for penne pasta, boneless …

The comforting feeling of a big bowl of soup is something that few other recipes can deliver. This vegan butternut squash soup recipe is a remake of my non-vegan version of this soup. My husband and daughter love soups, so I am always on the lookout for a new soup recipe. Since we also all …

These toasted pecans are coated with maple sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg and cooked on the stovetop until they take on a delightful flavor. They are an easy appetizer that comes together very quickly.  They’re a great snack to bring to a party because they are dairy-free, Paleo, gluten-free, vegan!   Pecans are one of those nuts …

This apple pecan stuffed pork chops recipe is homey comfort food at its best! The recipe is one of my 30 minute meals (actually 5 minutes over but those 5 minutes are worth it!) For this autumn recipe, I’ve stuffed boneless pork chops with an apple and pecan stuffing. I know how well these natural …

This recipe for white chili queso dip is spicy, yet not too hot, and perfectly suited for your Thanksgiving day table. It is one of my favorite easy appetizers because my guests just love it. I love any cheesy dips, particularly chili-type dips. They are an easy way to start any gathering off and you …

We love Italian food in our house and lasagna is one of our favorites. Today, I decided to roll up my lasagna noodles into individual serving sized lasagna roll ups. Rolling the lasagna noodles makes the ingredients stay together nicely. These roll ups are not only easy to serve, but provide a fun twist on …

This slow cooker pork roast with applesauce and vegetables is a very easy recipe that tastes just amazing. The pork has a sweet rosemary mustard sauce that compliments the applesauce beautifully for a wonderful fall meal. Ahh…the wonders of crock pot recipes. No other kitchen appliance can make a dinner with hardly any preparation at …

This butterscotch bars recipe is perfect for fall. It combines the sweet flavor of butterscotch with the comforting taste of apple pie. The bars have a crumb crust that is topped with an apple pie filling. They are finished with a butterscotch drizzle. Keep reading to learn how to make the butterscotch bar recipe. Some of …

This ground turkey chili has three different types of beans and a boatload of flavor. This is the latest addition to my collection of crock pot recipes. In our house, a great-tasting chili is the ultimate winter comfort food. When the temps are cold and the weather is harsh, there is nothing quite like a …

These banana pumpkin pie spice waffles have a rich flavor with a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Making them for breakfast is the perfect way to enjoy a cool fall morning. This pumpkin recipe is also a 30-minute meal, which makes choosing it to make for breakfast or brunch even better. Keep reading to learn …

This recipe for roux shows how to do a white roux, step by step. It also gives suggestions for making a blonde, brown and Creole roux, as well. A basic roux starts with butter and fat of some sort. The traditional recipe is 1:1, but it depends on how thick you like your finished sauce …

This teriyaki chicken with vegetables is an Asian inspired dish that I love to make at home. It’s one of my favorite 30 minute meals! This tasty dish is one of my favorite one pot meals. Other than the rice, everything comes together in one pan to give great layers of flavor to the recipe. …

If you’re looking for a tasty smoothie for breakfast, try making this gluten-free muesli banana smoothie. One of my favorite things about smoothies is that you can let your imagination go wild with them. Today, the special ingredient is muesli! You can also whip up in a smoothie in just a couple of minutes. This …