These juicy, savory blackened chicken tenders deliver the same bold flavors you love from restaurant-style blackened chicken, but made at home to be healthier and more budget-friendly. Why You’ll Love This Blackened Chicken Recipe If you enjoy the smoky, spicy chicken from your favorite fast-casual spots, this copycat blackened chicken tenders recipe will hit the … Read more

What have you been up to this week? I’ve been grilling these smoky, flavorful chicken sausage kabobs and thinking about running. I have a love/hate relationship with running and could tell you all the times I’ve tried and failed, but instead I’ll focus on these kabobs. Smoked, tender chicken sausage threaded on skewers and grilled … Read more

This cream of asparagus soup is the perfect spring soup: bright, refreshing and silky, with crisp asparagus, a touch of lemon and rich cream. Serve it for lunch or dinner with toasted sourdough. I love light, springy soups that make meals feel special this time of year. This soup is vivid, fresh and green—the best … Read more

Your morning coffee isn’t just for drinking. The liquid is, of course, but don’t toss those coffee grounds — they make a wonderful exfoliating addition to homemade soap. This easy Vanilla Coffee Soap uses just a few ingredients and creates attractive bars flecked with coffee bits. This post contains affiliate links. The recipe is simple: … Read more

Hearty, starchy, and deeply comforting, this Instant Pot Ham and White Bean Soup transforms leftover ham and a ham bone into a satisfying, rustic meal. It’s an easy way to make a filling main dish that’s ready quickly in a pressure cooker. On cold days, a large pot of this soup is all you need … Read more

This simple One-Pot Jambalaya Pasta comes together in under an hour and is filled with bold Cajun flavor. It delivers just the right touch of heat for a chilly night and makes a satisfying, family-friendly dinner everyone will enjoy. Recipe inspired by Fred Meyer Recipes Easy and Fast Jambalaya Pasta Recipe On busy weeknights you … Read more

Kids love pie, so why not serve a savory version for lunch? Warm, filling savory pies combine wholesome ingredients and familiar flavors to make an ideal winter meal. Swap a routine entrée for one of these comforting pies and watch students dig in. Below are seven tasty recipes designed to appeal to young palates and … Read more

This creamy salmon and shrimp pasta is rich, comforting, and packed with seafood flavor. It’s an adaptable weeknight favorite that pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables. If you prefer, serve alongside creamed peas or your favorite green vegetable for a complete meal. While I used fresh salmon here, canned salmon works … Read more

Butterfinger cookie bars are a delightful treat that pairs a soft sugar-cookie base with the crunchy, peanut-buttery texture of Butterfinger candy. These butterfinger cookies are simple to prepare and ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or an everyday indulgence. Made with a handful of common pantry ingredients—Butterfinger pieces, butter, sugars, flour, eggs, and vanilla—these cookie bars … Read more

If there’s one dessert that vanishes first at summer gatherings, it’s these Mini Huckleberry Cheesecakes. Creamy and tangy with just the right touch of sweetness, they showcase bursts of juicy huckleberries. Individually portioned, they make self-serve parties effortless and elegant. I make these in late summer when huckleberries are abundant along mountain trails, but frozen … Read more