Remember the sage cornbread recipe from an earlier post? Here’s the cornbread, sage and onion stuffing it was transformed into. These are both my go-to recipes from 2018 that I just added some extra info to. If you make the stuffing from the sage cornbread, keep in mind it already has sage in it so I advise only using 1 tablespoon of fresh sage instead of 2. Use Premade Cornbread Use your favorite cornbread for this recipe, whether it’s store-bought or the famous Jiffy mix....

How’s Thanksgiving prep going at your house? We’re in full baking mode over here. BOOM. My brother snapped this picture of me dipping into my 25 pound bag of flour. (I don’t normally buy the huge bags because I hate hauling them home, but remember how I told you that Costco delivers for free now?? So I made someone else haul it. And now I have enough flour to last me through the apocalypse…or at least through Thanksgiving....

The other day Eric decided to take Charlotte on a Daddy-daughter date to Target. Because we’re a super classy family. (And because the entire store is like one giant hook for 3 year olds. “Christmas trees! Sparkles! ELSA!!!!”) While he was in line checking out, Charlotte wandered over to a display advertising the new How to Train your Dragon movie, and he watched her reach a finger up to the cardboard…scratch…and sniff....

Cranberry Sauce is key to just about every Thanksgiving table. But with how easy it is to make at home, this is a recipe you will definitely want to make from scratch. Skip the can this year, and make your cranberry sauce from scratch with this delicious five ingredient recipe. Sugar in Cranberry Sauce As mentioned above, this recipe does call for a full cup of sugar. My thoughts on that are that the cup of sugar are needed to offset the tartness of the cranberries and the orange juice....

This Instant Pot Spaghetti recipe has been on Simple Joy for some time and has gotten great reviews. It is very easy to make, and full of delicious flavor. It is the definition of comfort food, and exactly what you want at the end of a long day. A few months ago, Nathan was out of town and I was a single mom for a week. How do all the single parents out there do it?...

This mediterranean inspired recipe is so easy and it will take you only minutes using your food processor or blender. Whipped with tangy feta, Greek yogurt, cucumber and fresh herbs like dill and mint. This sauce evolved from Indian raita (also a creamy cucumber based yogurt sauce) that is used in Indian cuisine to cool the palate after eating spicy dishes. After the Greeks tasted the sauce in India, they liked it so much (even though their food is not spicy) they decided to make their own delicious variation, using Greek yogurt to serve with their dishes....

French sweet crepes with lacy crispy edges filled with Nutella and sliced bananas. Whether you want to surprise someone with breakfast in bed or lay out a brunch for a crowd, these crepes will be a hit! These crepes are my go-to Sunday morning breakfast with my family. Breakfast is the most important meal in our house. That’s when all three of us are together, at the table, talking and connecting before the day starts....

Storing and Reheating Leftovers Store any leftover chicken thighs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat in the microwave, air fryer, or in a small skillet over low heat until heated through. Always use your best discretion with leftovers and never reheat them more than once. The chicken thighs come out of the slow cooker perfectly seasoned and incredibly tender....

Last spring, as I was leaving for a work trip I decided that my family really needed to come home to a warm dinner. I didn’t want Nathan to have to make something while taking care of the kids, so I thought: Enchilada Soup! This Enchilada Soup has been a hero in our house for years. It comes together so quickly that you can literally make it in 10 minutes before grabbing your suitcase and running out the door....

Want to make cranberry sauce on the stovetop? Check out my Easy Cranberry Sauce. All cranberry sauce is made basically the same way. You combine orange juice (or water) and sugar over heat and then add fresh (or frozen) cranberries. While the sauce cooks, the cranberries break down and you end up with a delicious sauce. For this fresh cranberry sauce, we make everything super simple by letting the crockpot do all the work....

My mom called me the other day to see if she could use a different bowl with her Kitchenaid mixer. I asked her where the Kitchenaid bowl was. Oh. It’s in the sink. I don’t feel like washing it. Now I know where I get my dish-washing-phobia. My mom would rather take the time to call me and find out my opinion on using a plastic bowl with her Kitchenaid instead of taking the 2 minutes to wash the correct bowl....

About this easy Homemade Parmentier Potatoes aka Oven roasted cubed potatoes These Oven Roasted Cubed Potatoes are the perfect addition to any meal, bringing a burst of flavour and a satisfying crunch to your plate. What makes this recipe so special? Well, it’s incredibly easy to make! Plus, it requires only a handful of basic ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a delicious side dish ready to impress your family and friends....

Picadillo is a classic comfort food dish that you can find in many different Latin American countries. The specific ingredients and flavorings can vary by country or region, but Picadillo (or “picadillo con papas”) is almost always made with ground meat, vegetables, and plenty of bold flavors. This is a traditional Mexican-style Picadillo recipe filled with savory ground beef, tender bites of potatoes, onions, and jalapenos. It’s simmered in a savory beef and tomato sauce seasoned with a delicious blend of herbs and spices....

I love making printables for you guys. It stretches my creative mind, and I (for the most part) just love staring at them when I’m done. I have told you before that I never post a recipe on my blog that I didn’t love, but I’m still not nearly as confident in my baking/cooking as I am in my printable making. So I have another one for you! This would make a perfect neighbor gift....

I’m so obsessed with this vegan gingerbread granola. I made it last week, and it was gone in literally 2 days! My partner and I have been enjoying it for breakfast with oat milk and fruit and it’s just SO good! You will love this vegan granola because it’s very healthy, so easy to make, and it will make your whole house smell like Christmas. I added gingerbread spices to the granola, seeds, nuts, and dried fruits....

How to Make Grapefruit Muffins This is a brief overview of how to make these great muffins. For the full recipe with all of the measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post. The key to zesting is to just pull off the outer layer with a zester. When you get to the white rind, you should stop. These also freeze fantastic. Place them on a wax paper lined baking sheet....

If you are looking for an easy recipe to throw on the grill this summer, you will love these Grilled Chicken Legs. They would make a great easy dinner recipe during the week but they are also perfect for entertaining. Made with my homemade chicken rub and homemade BBQ sauce, the flavors in this recipe are just perfect. Baked Chicken Legs This chicken legs recipe is easy to make in the oven too!...

How can we resist something that’s so delicious? EASY WITCH FINGER RECIPE On the Halloween day, We love going Trick or Treat with the kids. All the spooky decorations on the street, scary costumes reminds me of the movie Hotel Transylvania! We also catch up with friends with these edible spooky treats in our annual Halloween party. Now that we have watched this movie umpteen number of times, creating ghoulish treats for Halloween party has been on my little ones bucket list of activities....

Talk of wintery rainy days, all I can think off are these Vegetable loaded Hara Bhara Kebab to accompany some Indian Masala Chai. These Kebab’s are an amazing Indian appetiser or how about serving them inside slider buns loaded with salad leaves? Thinking of healthy appetisers recipes, I have got you some Green Peas Kebab Soya Chunks Cutlet Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Don’t forget to check it out. We have been quite lucky this year with the weather so far....

I came across this recipe for Amaretto the other day. It was saved by a family member and I knew that I had to share it with you. It is incredibly simple to make, and would be so perfect to package up and give as a gift. Amaretto Sour: This classic cocktail is delicious with this homemade liqueur. Cherry Sangria: This super simple sangria recipe is a hit every time I make it!...