Recipes for Real People
These old fashioned Peanut Butter Cornflake cookies have 6 simple ingredients and come together quickly only using a microwave. These bring back sweet memories of my childhood, it seems like they were at every elementary school party we had. Since they are super simple to make and made with mostly pantry staples we made them often at home as well. Cornflake cookies and Rice Krispy Treats were the two things my mother loved ..Inexpensive to make and Easy. It was a win win all around.
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These creamy mashed potatoes are super smooth and buttery. They super easy to make if you follow a few tips and tricks. I know how to make mashed potatoes is very controversial because everyone has their own method and tips. I have been a food photographer since 2015 and have made mashed potatoes many different ways . I have used golden potatoes , added cream cheese , warm the milk and butter, cream or half and half . I have also used a hand mixer , and potatoes mashed and my wire whisk on my kitchen aid. Using a Ricer is by far my favorite method . You will always have a lump free , fluffy mashed potato every time. These potatoes are easy enough for everyday but special enough to appear on your holiday table. If you like this recipe you will love these Mashed Sweet Potatoes.
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These Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are soft and chewy and full of pumpkin spice. They are a spiced twist on the classic cookie , the only cookie you need this fall. This is honestly the best pumpkin cookie and may even convert non pumpkin lovers . There is nothing I don’t love about this cookie. It is soft and chewy , kissed with the right amount of pumpkin spice. Believe it or not I find most pumpkin cookies to be too cake like , but not this one . If you love pumpkin cookies check out these Chocolate Dipped Pumpkin cookies out .
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These Snickerdoodle Apple Pie Bars combine a cookie and pie so you have the best of both worlds. These are full of apples and cinnamon , they are the perfect fall dessert. These are super simple to make and are perfect for any fall event. The warm flavors of cinnamon go perfectly with the apples, one taste and you know fall has arrived. I don’t know about you but at my house we adore anything made with apples. If you love apples you need to check out my Apple fritters or my Cinnamon apple crisp .
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This taco cheese dip is full of hearty meat , taco seasoning and zesty Rotel tomatoes. This is thrown together in minutes while the slow cooker does the magic . I adore anything made in a slow cooker because it makes my life so much easier. On Saturdays during football season our TV stays on college football all day long and there needs to be lots of snacks. I will make this big slow cooker full of cheese dip and My husband and three sons will snack on it all day. Win Win for me . If you like this recipe , check out my Corn Dip.
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These Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches crisp up in the air fryer holding in ham, turkey and cheese. Topped with powdered sugar it is the perfect savory and sweet combination. It is even better dipped in a little raspberry perseveres. This little sandwich is a play on my all time favorite thing I would get at Bennigans. Growing up in Louisiana I would tell people it was a beignet and sandwich combo. If you have ever had this at Bennigans , it a sandwich dipped in a batter and deep fried. Doing this in the air fryer is not only easier it is a little healthier , lol. I made these for football snacks but these are also good for a Breakfast or Brunch . If you like this recipe check out my Apple Fritters.
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The Autumn snack mix has the perfect combination of sweet and salty that is kissed with a bit of cinnamon. The cinnamon flavored glaze is the perfect coating to give the fall feel . Let’s talk about candy corns, even if you hate them you will love this snack mix. You know autumn has arrived when candy corns pop up in the super markets and in my opinion life isn’t worth living without candy corns. This makes the perfect snack for fall parties , football game snacks or even Halloween favors . If you love snacks you have to check out these Air Fryer Ravioli.
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This Apple Cider Bread is tender and full of warm cinnamon spices. It is not overly sweet and the sugary top is kissed with just enough sweetness , this will go perfect with your morning coffee. This bread is super simple to make and comes together quickly and smells of fall while in the oven . This is perfect served alone but even better with a smear of apple butter on it. If you love quick bread then you need to check out my Pumpkin Bread .
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These old fashioned apple fritters are small donuts packed with apples and cinnamon. Then drizzled with a simple glaze to add the perfect amount of sweetness. These are so simple to make with mostly pantry staples and are ready in less than 30 minutes. These are perfect for holiday breakfast or just because it’s the weekend. Growing up my dad loved these and my mom made them on the weekend often . My Dad loved all apple desserts so these fritters ring back childhood memories. We love apples at my house , check out my Cinnamon Apple crisp.
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These Air Fryer Ravioli are a quick and easy appetizer great for any occasion. Crisp on the outside and gooey inside , perfect with marinara of your choice. These are great for any occasion from movie night to party snacks. These can be easily breaded ahead of time and cooking them when you are ready to serve. Making this the ultimate quick and easy party snack. If you you like this recipe check out my Jalapeno Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs .
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