Kristen

Soft, flaky pretzel biscuits made with buttermilk and finished with a baking-soda bath for that classic pretzel flavor and golden-brown crust. There is something about pretzels that takes me right back to when I was first married. One Saturday, my…

Breakfast casserole recipes are the easiest way to create a warm, satisfying meal for brunch, holidays, or any cozy morning, combining simple ingredients and rich flavors into one oven-baked dish. There is something about pulling a breakfast casserole out of…

Brioche Fruit Salad French Toast Bake is a simple and delicious way to turn leftovers into a cozy holiday breakfast with classic vanilla and cinnamon flavors baked right into every bite. There is something special about taking leftovers from a…

This lemon parmesan asparagus bake is a creamy oven-baked dish made with fresh asparagus, garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Crispy bread crumbs on top add the perfect texture to this easy asparagus recipe. Fresh asparagus is one of my…

Planning an Easter dinner or Easter brunch is one of the best parts of the Easter season. Whether your Easter feast includes ham, lamb, or even steak as the main dish, the right Easter side dish recipes help round out…

This non-alcoholic old-fashioned made with concentrated black tea delivers the complex flavors of a classic cocktail in a  alcohol-free option that feels right at home at a Wisconsin supper club. There is something timeless about a Wisconsin supper club in…

If you love the Whole Foods broccoli crunch salad from the salad bar, this easy copycat broccoli salad recipe delivers the same fresh flavors at home with simple pantry ingredients. One of my favorite things when I visit Whole Foods…

This baked sourdough breadcrumbs chicken parmesan is a crispy, family-friendly dinner recipe that delivers classic Italian comfort with an easy oven-baked method. There is something extra satisfying about homemade chicken parmesan, especially when you start with flavorful sourdough breadcrumbs.  Pounding…

Pineapple-banana muffins made with ripe bananas and crushed pineapple are an easy, tropical-inspired bake that comes together quickly and delivers a soft, bright-flavored bite. If you have overripe bananas on the counter and a can of pineapple in the pantry,…

Potage Parmentier is a classic French potato-leek soup made with simple ingredients that create a rich, comforting flavor. This timeless French soup recipe turns everyday ingredients into a silky, satisfying meal.  You will love coming home to a piping hot…

This sweet potato coffee cake is soft, warmly spiced, and topped with a buttery brown sugar streusel that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee. It is a cozy bake that turns leftover cinnamon sweet potatoes into a moist, flavorful…

These applesauce chocolate chip cookie bars are soft, chewy, and baked in an 8×8 pan with no egg needed. An easy recipe made with pantry staples and self-rising flour, delivering classic chocolate chip cookie flavor. If you love chocolate chip…