In the middle of making a recipe only to realize you’re out of brown sugar? Not to worry, try this simple brown sugar substitute in a pinch! We’ve all been there—mid-recipe realization that an essential ingredient is missing. While sometimes a quick trip to the store can solve the dilemma, there are moments when that…
Richly flavored with warm spices, vanilla, and a bit of orange, this apple compote is absolutely dreamy on top of everything from pancakes and French toast to ice cream. Fancy-sounding dishes that are secretly super easy to make are totally my jam. Whipped cherry butter looks beautiful on your table but comes together in just…
Made with tart cherries and flaky pie crust, sour cherry pie is the ultimate summer pie. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to savor every bite of the season. Summer in the Midwest is a true celebration of produce, flourishing with sweet corn, juicy strawberries, and blueberries. Among the stars of this…
These hot ham and cheese sliders come together in a snap and are easy to make for the big game! Serve them up alongside your favorite game day snacks for a buffet that everyone will love. Although football may not be everyone’s favorite sport, the excitement of game day brings out a notable culinary appeal….
Pistachio Pudding Cake is a simple bundt cake to make any time of year. Made with a cake mix and pistachio pudding mix, this cake can be topped with a simple glaze or any number of frostings for a delicious crowd-pleasing dessert. WHAT IS PISTACHIO PUDDING CAKE? Don’t be confused by the name “Pistachio Pudding…
This no-bake Oreo pie is an easy recipe that will put a smile on everyone’s face! An Oreo cookie crust is paired with a cookies-and-cream filling for a cool, creamy, decadent pie. If you grew up thinking that classic pecan pie and fruit pies were your only pie options, think again. While I have a…
Homemade strawberry marshmallows are sweet, fruity, and soft as a cloud! Add them to hot cocoa, dip them in melted chocolate, or package them up and gift these pretty pink marshmallows for Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and many are already searching for delightful recipes to make for their loved ones…
With a vanilla wafer crust and creamy banana filling, this banana pudding cheesecake brings together two of your favorite desserts into one decadent bite. If you’ve been around MBA for a while, you know that I love banana pudding. Whether it’s homemade banana pudding or the easy Magnolia Bakery banana pudding, I’m all in. And…
A buttery crust topped with gooey caramel, pecans, and chocolate chips makes these caramel pecan bars an irresistible dessert, perfect for any occasion. I made these caramel pecan bars almost a decade ago, and they remain one of my cherished recipes. The combination of caramel and pecans is simply delightful, making them a favorite in…
This delightful cranberry chicken salad recipe combines tender chicken with crisp celery, tangy dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and sweet grapes. Serve it over a bed of greens, in a wrap, on a croissant, or with crackers for a satisfying lunch. Every year, my family spends a few weeks vacationing in Florida, and one of the…
