Flavorful pesto, brightly colored cherry tomatoes, creamy pops of mozzarella and sweet balsamic glaze make this super easy pesto pasta salad shine.
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a simple, perfect baked potato
This simple, perfect baked potato has a pillowy interior, haphazard pats of melting butter, dollops of tangy ranch dip, salty cheddar cheese, and pops of ground black pepper.
grilled pb & j with cinnamon honey butter
Creamy, crunchy peanut butter and sweet jam are a no-fail combination. Throw this grilled pb & j in the oven and slather on some honey butter for a fast, simple, and slightly grown-up version of the classic.
house salad with spicy ranch
Full of fresh veggies and spicy homemade dressing, this house salad with spicy ranch is my go-to for busy weeks.
roasted cherry tomatoes, boursin, & baguettes
Elegant and low-effort, this combination of sweet roasted tomatoes, creamy cheese, and fresh herbs on crusty bread can’t be beat.
baked chile rellenos
Baked chile rellenos is a great, easy Mexican-inspired dinner. Roasted poblano peppers, a blend of melty white cheese, tomatoes and green onion make up the filling, with garlic and cilantro for some extra kick, topped with crunchy breadcrumbs. Who doesn’t love a pepper stuffed with cheese?
ultimate grilled cheese (café zupas copycat)
Café Zupa’s ultimate grilled cheese is my new go-to easy lunch or dinner. The secret? Pesto from the refrigerated section, not the pasta aisle.
gruyère & crescent dough bites
Cubes of aromatic gruyere cheese wrapped in a pillow of crescent dough, baked, and topped with garlicky butter. They are the easiest snack or appetizer, and anything with gruyère feels a little fancy!
banana, cinnamon & cardamom pastries (with honey caramel sauce)
These crunchy little puff pastries are filled with a spiced banana mixture and topped with an easy and delicious caramel sauce. They’d be a perfect option for neighbor treats or Christmas brunch!
easy cheese pizza bagels
With garlic-herb cheese, Italian blend, sharp cheddar, and cream cheese, these cheese pizza bagels are anything but boring. If you start now, you’ll be eating them in 25 minutes or less.