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57 Easy Cake Recipes for Last-Minute Entertaining
Start with a mix or make the whole thing from scratch—it takes just 15 minutes (or less!) of hands-on time to whip up each one of these deliciously easy cakes. Yes, you can make cakes like coconut cake or angel food cake in just 15 minutes! The hardest part: waiting for dessert.
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Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie
For my mother's birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma,...
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Baked Crab Dip
We enjoyed this exquisite crab dip at my grandson's wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You...
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Cast-Iron Skillet Steak
If you’ve never cooked steak at home before, it can be a little intimidating. That’s why I came up with...
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Homemade Chocolate Pudding
This delightful pudding is always a treat and easy to whip up using common pantry ingredients. I usually top the...
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Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
You’ll love this quick, easy and economical dish. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, both for traditional sandwiches on...
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Zucchini Taco Boats
Who needs tortillas when you can have zucchini taco boats? Cheesy taco meat stuffed in zucchini is an easy Taco...
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Coca-Cola Chicken
A can of Coke adds a secret something to the sweet and tangy barbecue-style sauce for these Coca-Cola chicken breasts.
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Copycat Chipotle Pico de Gallo
Made with juicy Roma tomatoes, jalapeno, fresh cilantro and lime, this copycat Chipotle pico de gallo tastes just like the...
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Strawberry Crumble
This strawberry crumble recipe combines fresh strawberries with a crunchy, buttery topping. It's an easy and delicious way to enjoy...
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Chickpea Tuna Salad
Although this chickpea tuna salad is entirely vegan, it tastes just like the real deal, thanks to a dairy-free mayo-mustard...
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Slow-Cooker Cubed Steak
This slow-cooker cubed steak recipe requires scarcely 10 minutes of hands-on work and yields tasty, tender meat every time.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
Sweet, tart and easy, this strawberry rhubarb crumble recipe captures the essence of springtime in a dessert you can have...
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Dr Pepper Ribs
These beautifully sweet and saucy ribs are marinated in Dr Pepper overnight, tenderizing the pork and adding a subtle soda...
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Strawberry Popsicles
Quick and easy homemade strawberry popsicles are the best way to beat summer heat. A splash of lemon juice helps...
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Banana Popsicles
Banana bread is always a good choice, but you can also use those ripe bananas to make these rich, tangy...
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Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino
Whip up this copycat Starbucks pumpkin spice Frappuccino when you don't want to wait in line but the urge for...
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Potato Soup
This easy homemade potato soup recipe is a staple side for steak dinners at home or an amazing comfort meal...
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Boeuf Bourguignon
Don't be intimidated by beef bourguignon—it's just a farmhouse stew with an accent. This recipe simplifies the process by streamlining...
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Braised Pork Loin Chops
Chop, chop, chop! This braised pork loin chops recipe is a breeze to make and everyone loves them.
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Banana Pudding Cookies
These banana pudding cookies capture the rich flavor of bananas, whipped topping and Nilla Wafers in a soft, chewy cookie....
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Frozen Hot Chocolate
This frozen hot chocolate recipe uses real chocolate to make a creamy drink that's as rich and decadent as French...
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Stuffed Zucchini Flowers
These stuffed zucchini flowers are fragrant, slightly sweet and rustic in the best of ways. The crispy squash blossoms practically burst...
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Watermelon Popsicles
Beat the heat with sweet-tart homemade watermelon popsicles. They're low in sugar, loaded with fruit and 100% delightful.
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Coconut Popsicles
Coconut popsicles hit the spot on a hot day. Make these smooth and creamy tropical pops and keep them well-wrapped...
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Filet Mignon
This perfectly simple filet mignon recipe, comprising a few simple ingredients, will render a perfect steak every time. That steak...
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Keto Zucchini Bread
You won't believe this nutty, cinnamony, moist and spongy keto zucchini bread is, in fact, keto-friendly! The monk fruit gives...
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Ham Potpie
Ham potpie is a cozy dinner option that's hearty, comforting and everything you want for a weeknight meal. If you...
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Oreo Dump Cake
An all-star dessert, this Oreo dump cake requires little assembly and uses three different chocolates for over-the-top indulgence. Oreos are...
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Vegan Apple Crumble
This vegan apple crumble features a crunchy coconut sugar topping baked until golden brown. A scoop of vegan vanilla ice...
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Plum Cobbler
Have a lot of plums in your fruit basket? Use them up in this easy plum cobbler with a biscuity...