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slice of apple dapple cake and ice cream on a white plate with a second slice of cake, a cake pedestal and green apple in the background

Apple Dapple Cake

Last updated on October 15th, 2023 Old fashioned apple dapple cake is “dappled” fresh diced apples and pecans. It’s baked until golden brown and topped with warm caramel sauce. Now that fall is upon us, everyone is going crazy over pumpkin. I’ll be honest, with the exception of a few […]

Honey cake in a cast iron skillet topped with fresh black berries and drizzled with honey

Honey Cake

Last updated on March 30th, 2023 Honey cake is a perfect segue into fall. This simple spice cake recipe is seasoned with warming flavors of ground ginger and cinnamon. This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more about how affiliate links are used on this site. Did […]

hand serving a portion of spicy rigatoni casserole from a white oval casserole dish

Spicy Rigatoni Casserole with Zucchini

Last updated on March 30th, 2023 Spicy rigatoni casserole gets a kick from hot Italian sausage. This easy to assemble dish can be made ahead of time and freezes well. I love recipes that are quick and easy for a weeknight meal, but also allow me to hide some veggies […]

summer succotash in a blue enamel skillet

Squash Summer Succotash

Last updated on May 25th, 2023 Turn those yellow squash from the garden into a delicious summer succotash side dish. Fresh squash, zucchini, lima beans and onions are seasoned with crispy bacon and creamy butter. Succotash is one of those words that’s just fun to say, don’t you think? I […]

grilled pineapple chicken thighs and grilled pineapple rings on a blue platter with halved pineapple on the side

Grilled Pineapple Chicken + VIDEO

Last updated on March 31st, 2023 Pull yourself out of the grilling doldrums with grilled pineapple chicken thighs marinated in pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar and chili garlic sauce. My family and I love grilling. In fact, we grill year-round when the weather permits. But I definitely notice […]