Sneaky vegetable lasagna: shredded zucchini, eggplant, and spinach simmered into the sauce until they vanish, then layered with ricotta and gobs of cheese. A veggie-packed, kid-approved lasagna.
Egg shortbread cookies with a tender, crumbly texture from butter, sugar, and a whole egg. Blind-baked with pie weights for an even, golden result. Simple 5-ingredient recipe.
Homemade potato gnocchi from scratch, made with baked rather than boiled potatoes for a light, fluffy texture. Pillowy little dumplings ridged on a fork, boiled until they float, ready for any sauce you love.
Classic chocolate sheet cake with cinnamon and vinegar in the batter, topped with warm cocoa icing poured over the hot cake so it soaks into every prick-marked inch.
Easy blender eggnog spiked with brandy and lightened with folded whipped cream. A make-ahead holiday drink you can even freeze, finished with a dusting of nutmeg or cinnamon.
I would strongly suggest using libby’s pumpkin puree. Semi sweet chips make for a more savory cookie and an excellent addition to a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Upside-down apple cake with caramelized Granny Smith slices, applesauce-enriched batter, and a cinnamon cream cheese topping. Served warm for the ultimate fall dessert.
Buttery spiced cookies with chocolate chips and walnuts, rolled in powdered sugar for a crinkled, snow-dusted finish. Warm cinnamon and ginger in every chewy bite.
Thick, chewy white chocolate macadamia nut cookies baked low and slow for soft centers with golden, crispy edges. Bakery-sized cookies loaded with buttery macadamias and creamy white chocolate chunks.
Barely-baked chocolate truffle squares with a full pound of melted semi-sweet chocolate, whipped egg whites, and a tangy sour cream swirl on top. Chilled, sliced, and frozen for make-ahead indulgence.
Molasses muffins spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg, studded with raisins. Make-ahead batter keeps in the fridge for fresh muffins anytime.
Easy chocolate coconut pie with semisweet chocolate, evaporated milk, and flaked coconut baked in a single shell. A 30-minute pantry pie that tastes like a baked Mounds bar in slice form.
Chewy honey date cookies with chopped nuts, baked in a sheet pan, cut into strips, and rolled in powdered sugar. No butter needed, just honey, eggs, and dates.
Graham cracker pie with a cinnamon crumb crust, creamy vanilla custard filling, and golden meringue topping. An old-fashioned custard pie with crumbs on top and bottom.
Chocolate chess pie: classic Southern chess pie with cocoa, evaporated milk, and butter. Six-ingredient custard pie with a crackly top and rich fudgy center.
Thin, lacy sesame wafers with nutty toasted sesame seeds and brown sugar. These crisp, buttery cookies spread into golden wafers as they bake, making 4 dozen irresistible treats.