1 cup (240 ml) whole milk ¾ cup (149 g) granulated sugar 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream, divided Pinch of salt 1 vanilla bean, split in half lengthwise 6 egg yolks ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract Warm the milk, sugar, 1 cup of the heavy cream and the salt in a medium saucepan over low…
You won’t believe how easy this Italian bread recipe is to make! With its soft interior and crusty exterior, it tastes like a loaf straight from your favorite bakery. With hardly any hands-on time and a very forgiving dough, this is a perfect beginner yeast recipe. Be sure to have a lot of softened butter…
This reindeer chow is a must-make Christmas treat! The mixture of Rice Chex, Cheerios, pretzels, peanuts, and M&Ms is coated in white chocolate and chilled to set. Set out bowls as holiday snacks or package up individual bags for a special homemade gift. It takes only 15 minutes to prepare! Years ago, my mom’s cousin…
This easy homemade lemonade recipe is incredibly simple to make and a perfect blend of tart and sweet. You’ll reach for it over and over again when you need something refreshing in the middle of the day or are unwinding on your back patio in the evening. It takes such little time to prepare that…
Oreo Icebox Cake This Oreo icebox cake requires only four ingredients, can be prepared in just 15 minutes, and is the perfect no-bake summer dessert. It’s great for feeding a crowd, so whip it up the next time you need dessert for a party, potluck, or summer BBQ! When I was a kid, my grandma…
Straight from my grandma’s kitchen, this banana nut bread recipe is a tried and true family favorite. This quick bread takes 10 minutes to prep, is loaded with mashed bananas and chopped walnuts, and bakes up super moist and dense. I’ve tasted a lot of banana bread in my lifetime, and I can confidently say…
These classic buttermilk waffles are easy to make and come out big, fluffy, and crisp every time. It’s a must-have recipe for turning an ordinary breakfast into something extra-special. Whether you choose to top the waffles with the standard butter and syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, sprinkles, chocolate chips, or some combination… you are going to fall in…
This Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe is an easy classic that features three different layers of flavors including chicken (use canned or rotisserie!) mixed with your favorite buffalo sauce (I always go for Frank’s RedHot!), cream cheese, ranch dressing and, of course, lots of cheese! While I love wings, I always lean toward flavors like honey…
Peppermint Bark Hot Chocolate is an easy way to put a homemade spin on your favorite hot chocolate mix and the best peppermint bark! This post is sponsored by Mirum Shopper Let’s talk real life right now. After I had Joseph, I always commented about how I must have wasted so much time before having…
Crisp, light-as-air meringue cookies combine five ingredients for a delicate, naturally gluten-free dessert perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe walks you through how to flavor, color, and add mix-ins to this classic meringue recipe. With a melt-in-your-mouth finish, these delicate cookies make the perfect addition to a holiday cookie tray, afternoon tea, or a warm cup…