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Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

Silky pumpkin cheesecake with maple whipped cream—an easy, crack-free baked cheesecake that skips the water bath but delivers perfect holiday…
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The One Step That Makes Pasta Taste Like It Came From an Italian Restaurant

I didn’t really understand pasta until I went to culinary school. Sure, I’d been cooking it for years — tossing…
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10 Thanksgiving Recipes So Good You’ll Rethink Your Holiday Menu

There’s just something about Thanksgiving — the cozy kitchen smells, the golden casseroles coming out of the oven, that one…
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Creamy Mushroom Casserole

This creamy mushroom casserole is cozy, flavorful, and perfect for family dinners or holidays with its golden, crunchy topping. Know…
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These Thanksgiving Desserts Might Just Outshine the Turkey

There’s just something about Thanksgiving desserts that makes my heart do a little happy dance. I mean, how can you…
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Homemade Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup

Bake the best pecan pie without corn syrup—gooey, nutty, and perfectly sweet with a flaky crust and rich brown butter…
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Craving Comfort? Try These Easy Italian Dinners Everyone Loves

Discover the ultimate guide to easy Italian dinners! From creamy Tuscan chicken and spaghetti Bolognese to shrimp scampi and cozy…
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Glazed Miso Sweet Potatoes

Miso sweet potatoes are the ultimate salty-sweet side dish—caramelized, glossy, and ready in under 40 minutes. Know Before You Scroll…
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Black Frosting

An easy rich dye-free black frosting that’s smooth, creamy, and perfect for cakes or cupcakes. Simple to make, striking to…
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Teriyaki Meatballs

Juicy teriyaki meatballs with a glossy sauce — bake them quick or let the slow cooker do the work. Weeknight…
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My Favorite Bite-Sized Snacks and Party Foods

Serve up 20 easy finger food recipes—savory bites, sweet treats, and party favorites that are fun to eat and perfect…
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19 Sweet and Simple Desserts That Need Just One Pan

Bake 19 easy one pan desserts—cakes, bars, and brownies that are simple to make, full of flavor, and perfect for…
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My Go-To List of Satisfying Comfort Food Recipes

From creamy pastas to hearty soups, these 20 comfort food recipes bring warmth, flavor, and pure satisfaction to every meal.
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Easy Shrimp Stir Fry

This easy shrimp stir fry comes together fast with tender veggies, juicy shrimp, and a glossy sauce for the ultimate…
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Raisin Scones

These soft, golden raisin scones are perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea—simple to make, lightly sweet, and baked to fluffy…
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Salisbury Steak

Update: This recipe was originally published in 2022 and has been republished in 2025 with brand-new photos, a step-by-step video,…
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I’m Erren, I have a passion for cooking and baking from scratch to create simple, nourishing, delicious recipes made with fresh ingredients, free from artificial additives and preservatives you find in prepackaged foods.