Name: Buttermilk Pancakes from Scratch
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 2 1/2 c flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 1/2 c buttermilk; 1/2 c sugar; 2 tsp baking soda; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp salt; 4 T melted butter; 1 tsp vanilla; extra butter for your griddle to prevent sticking or griddle spray

25 Mason Jar Salad Recipes You Will Devour

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 3 Comments

Sometimes I just want a salad but don’t want to spend a bunch of prep time every day to get what I want. Mason jar salad ideas are a fabulous on-to-go lunch, snack, or a quick grab from the refrigerator. There are tons of options for Mason Jar Salads to include just about anything you heart desires! Who doesn’t love easy recipes like these?

When assembling jarred salads there a a couple of key points. One is that you want to keep your dressing on the bottom. This makes things really easy and keeps everything fresh! Simply turn it over before your ready to eat and BAM! Your salad has dressing all over! Keep your greens or salad contents on the top. This avoids moisture buildup. Are you ready to fill your refrigerator with yummy, healthy, on-the-go salads. Check these out!

25 Mason Jar Salad Recipes

1. This Cranberry Walnut Green Salad has an amazing maple vinaigrette and is put together with basically no chopping! Peace But Not Quiet

2. Spice it up with this Rainbow Salad in a Jar to include a variety of yummy veggies. What Mommy Does

3. Try a Buffalo Chicken and Ranch Salad with the perfect spice! My Mundane and Miraculous Life

4. You will love this super easy and healthy Chickpea Quinoa Salad. Study at Home Mama

5. Check out this amazingly simple and yummy Classic Greek Salad for your next jar lunch! In the Playroom

6. Throw in some chicken to change up a traditional salad with this Tyson Chicken Salad recipe. See Vanessa Craft

7. This super tasty Spinach and Bacon jar salad is loaded with flavor. The Seasoned Mom

8. Enjoy this Veggie Salad with carrots, cucumbers, and dip for a quick snack! Money Crashers

9. If you love Mexican food you will enjoy this take on Chopped Taco Salad. Organize Yourself Skinny

10. This Red, White, and Blue Salad combines fruit, spinach, and tasty poppy seed dressing. The Cookie Rookie

11. The kids will really enjoy this Pizza Pasta Salad loaded with all your favorite pizza toppings. Caramel Potatoes

12. Why not make your own Jar Fruit Salad perfect for snack time or on-the-go! This Beautiful Day

13. Add this wonderful Pasta Salad to your next cookout or gathering! The Idea Room

14. If you want a sweet treat without the calories try this Skinny Fruit & Yogurt Salad. Skinny Ms.

15. This Simple Mason Jar Salad is super yummy with apples, walnuts, and greens. Eat Within Your Means

16. This Cucumber Noodle Salad is a great alternative to regular pasta with cucumber noodles. Nosh and Nourish

17. Try this Tuna and Veggies Salad is packed full of protein! 4 Hour Body Meal

18. A Strawberry Spinach Salad adds just enough sweet to your healthy eating routine. Back to Her Roots

19. Chicken Caesar Salad never gets old especially in a quick and easy jar. Creative Homemaking

20. A wonderful Southwestern Chicken Fajita Salad puts a twist on traditional fajitas. MJ and Hungryman

21. This Grilled Steak Salad adds so much flavor and is virtually farm fresh.The Fit Fork

22. Enjoy this 7 Layer Avocado Salad that is packed with vegetable flavor and topped with avocado! The Scoop

23. Try this healthy Asian Salad complete with dry noodle crunch and slivered almonds. Zinn Runner

24. If you like Asian flare this Thai Peanut Chicken Salad is perfect and full of flavor. The Fit Fork

25. This spicy version of Tropical Siracha Chicken Salad has marinated chicken and lots of veggies. The Healthy Maven

Do you have a fantastic recipe for a jarred salad? Please share!

50 Easy Recipes When You’re on a Budget

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 8 Comments

Getting dinner on the table when you’re on a budget can be hard. I am always on the hunt for cheap dinner recipes.

As a busy mom easy recipes are something that I need.

I do not like to spend a lot of time preparing meals, heating up the kitchen, or fixing anything that requires a ton of ingredients. Plus, I like to prep on a budget. Can you relate?

Shopping and preparing meals on a budget can be a daunting task. But seriously with a little thought and preparation it is a battle we can all overcome!

We have put together a list of recipes that are perfect to make when you’re broke.

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Baked Puerto Rican Chicken and Authentic Puerto Rican Rice

This is so easy to make and very inexpensive. Your family will love it.

50 Cheap Dinner Ideas

1. Try these Bean and Cheese Burritos with the perfect Mexican flair your whole family will love! Use black beans or pinto beans. Pink Parsley

2. This Indiana Chowder is the best one pot meal with starch, veggies, and protein! Crystal & Co.

3. Oh melt my heart! This Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs looks so yummy and has all the right flavors. She Wears Many Hats

4. If you want something light but no skimp on taste then try this Light Chicken Pasta Dish that is divine! Crystal & Co.

5. This easy Weeknight Chicken Stir Fry is full of deliciousness and made in no time! Hip 2 Save

6. Making this Hawaiian Haystacks for dinner tonight will blow your mind plus it has tons of fun toppings. Picky Palate

7. Cook up this Taco Salad Recipe for your family and the kids will actually love it! Crystal & Co.

8. Put a spin on traditional pizza night with this Chicken, Tomato, & Artichoke Pizza that is truly amazing! Crystal & Co.

9. This Crockpot Ravioli takes the headache out of dinner and easily pairs with fruit, salad, and garlic bread. Crystal & Co.

10. Want soup for dinner then make this Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese Sandwiches that is so easy and tasty you will love it! Tomato soup always hits the spot! Everyday Occasions

11. Don’t worry about creativity with this Easy Chicken, Broccoli Rice Casserole that is filled with goodness and super yummy. This is a great recipe for using shredded chicken breasts. The Pinning Mama

12. Your family won’t know that these White Chicken Enchiladas are easily made and oh so good! I love that these are cheap and easy. Joyful Momma

13. This Crunchy Ramen Chicken Salad is a true budget dinner but with lots of flavor. I love that it’s quick and easy! Homecooking Memories

14. Make these Sloppy Joe Sliders as a great dinner especially with kids! A Mitten Full of Savings

15. Check out this Loaded Vegetable Soup that makes for a cozy meal on a chilly day and its loaded with veggies. Cozy Country Living

16. This Tuna Noodle Casserole is a great comfort food and has all of the essentials even veggies. Savings Everyday

17. These Taco Cups are budget friendly, healthy, and super easy to make on any day of the week. A Mitten Full of Savings

18. If you are prepping ahead this Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy fix and freezes well too! Fabulously Frugal

19. Throw this Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings in your crockpot on the way out and dinner is done when you get home. All Recipes

20. If you are looking for easy without a lot of work this Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole is a great go to meal. A great easy dinner idea! My Litter

21. Need something hot and soulful this 5 Ingredient Chili is perfect for any night and top it with what you want. Gimme Some Oven

22. Your whole family will love this Scalloped Potato and Ground Beef Casserole that is dinner all in one dish. Kitch Me

23. This Sour Cream Rice Bake is savory and flavorful plus its great for leftovers. You can’t go wrong with a chicken recipe. Buns In My Oven

24. Satisfy your husband and kids with this amazing Man Pleasing Meatloaf that is easily made. Serve mashed potatoes as a side. Divas Can Cook

25. Make this easy Stroganoff that is very yummy and made without canned soup! Framed Cooks

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26. This Crockpot Lasagna looks so tasty and makes up super easy. Kitch Me

27. This 30 Minute Shepherd’s Pie is a great budget meal and would make an awesome meal for nay night of the week. Kitch Me

28. Fix this Baked Ziti Pasta for a quick dinner meal and its easy peasy, tasty, and cheesy. Simple Pasta Recipes

29. Chicken Noodle Soup Casserole! Say what! Super easy and a great twist on the traditional version. Wine and Glue

30. Recruit the kiddos to whip up this vegetable packed Broccoli Soup. Royal Little Lambs

31. This Simple Butternut Soup Recipe has seriously a few ingredients and would make for a great freezer meal. A Gypsy Herbal

32. Use up leftovers to make this simple and Easy Chicken Fried Rice. Growing Slower

33. Whip up this Slow Cooker Green Chicken that pairs perfectly with rice and beans! For The Family

34. Make this Gluten Free Chili Mac that is a great family dinner and uses things you have in your pantry. Whole New Mom

35. If you love quiche these Broccoli and Cheese Mini Quiches are a super simple meal and use limited ingredients to make it very easy. The Pistachio Project

36. Try these Asian Chicken Wraps that are a fast weeknight meal and super healthy! Royal Little Lambs

37. This Cheesy Tortellini Casserole is an awesome Italian dish without the fuss. Simply Recipes

38. These Texas Toast Pizzas are a fun and simple family dinner that the kids will really love. Crafty Morning

39. Check out this recipe for Taco Chicken Bowls that cooks easy and fast in your slow cooker. Budget Bytes

40. These 3 Ingredient Crescent Sausage Bites are super tasty with easy prep and the kids will want you to make them over and over. The College Cook

41. Try out this Slow Cooker Beef Stew that your whole family will really enjoy. Freebie Finding Mom

42. This yummy Sweet & Spicy Beef and Peppers has enough flavor for everyone! Freebie Finding Mom

43. This Chicken Tortilla Soup is beyond the bomb and a great family dinner for the whole family. Happy Deal Happy Day

44. Make your chicken with lots of flavor using this recipe for Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs served with your favorite side dish. Cincy Shopper

45. With this Chicken, Mushroom, and Green Bean Casserole is a timeless dinner with a simple assembly and very flavorful. Equipping Godly Women

46. Create you own taco Tuesday with these Simple Oven Tacos that will definitely fit your budget. Simplistically Living

47. This Chicken Marsala is a great, budget friendly family dinner and super tasty. Freebie Finding Mom

50 cheap dinner ideas when you're on a budget

48. This Brown Sugar Barbeque Meatballs Recipe is very easy and you can sneak in the veggies. Fearlessly Creative Mammas

49. Check out this Cheesy Burrito Casserole that is made super cheap and a hearty dish. Perfect when you want bean burritos but a casserole will stretch it even further! Ann’s Entitled Life

50. These Stuffed Shells are easy, inexpensive, and freezes really well. A Mom’s Take

What easy meals are you preparing for dinner? Share your thrifty ideas!

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 43 Comments

I have found the most delicious and fail proof way to make mashed potatoes!

In the crockpot! Who knew?

And these are not only easy, but taste just like the garlic mashed potatoes from Outback Steakhouse.

Seriously. Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes to the rescue!

These are perfect for the holidays! (Make sure you check out all of our easy recipes while you’re here!)

I had the chicken going in my 6 qt oval slow cooker and the potatoes going in my 4 ct crock.

Ingredients:

3 lbs. redskin potatoes

2-4 cloves of garlic

2 T olive oil

2 T butter

1/2 c water

8 oz sour cream

salt, to taste

dried parsley flakes (option)

You’re going to peel the entire 3 pound bag of potatoes.

If you like, you can leave a little bit of skin on.

Quarter the potatoes and toss them in the crockpot.

Pour in the olive oil.

Add the butter, garlic and salt.

Pour in the water and pop a lid on it.

Cook for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low.

This is what the potatoes will look like when they are done.

Do you like how my garlic did not move? I am a lazy cook… didn’t even stir it before I put the lid on it.

Grab your potato masher and start mashing.

I have found that using a hand-held masher opposed to an electric mixer keeps the potatoes from getting gluey. Have you ever had gluey potatoes? Not my favorite.

Mash until you reach the desired consistency.

Put in the sour cream.

You do not have to do an entire 8 ounces if you do not want to. But man, I love sour cream and I love it in my mashed potatoes.

Mix the sour cream in well.

Shake a little dried parsley over the potatoes to add some color.

Plate it up and you’ve got one tasty side dish that took very little effort on your part!

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

: Crystal Lopez

: crockpot recipe

These slow cooker garlic mashed potatoes are easy and make a great side!

Ingredients

3 lbs. redskin potatoes
2-4 cloves of garlic
2 T olive oil
2 T butter
½ c water
8 oz sour cream
salt, to taste
dried parsley flakes (option)

Instructions

You’re going to peel the entire 3 pound bag of potatoes. If you like, you can leave a little bit of skin on. Quarter the potatoes and toss them in the crockpot. Pour in the olive oil. Add the butter, garlic and salt. Pour in the water and pop a lid on it. Cook for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low. Grab your potato masher and start mashing. Put in the sour cream. Mix the sour cream in well. Shake a little dried parsley over the potatoes to add some color.

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Buttermilk Pancakes from Scratch

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 26 Comments

Have you ever made buttermilk pancakes from scratch before?

It is so much easier than you think and they taste amazing. It is very cost effective too.

This recipe includes items you likely already have on hand, with the exception of buttermilk. Grab a quart the next time you’re at the grocery story. This is a family loved breakfast and the recipe makes the perfect pancake!

Make sure you check out all of our family breakfast ideas while you’re here. (You can print recipe at the very end.)

Ingredients for Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe:

2 1/2 c flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/2 c buttermilk
1/2 c sugar
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
4 T melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
extra butter for your griddle to prevent sticking or griddle spray

Put all of your dry ingredients in a large bowl.

Add in all the the wet ingredients and whisk until well combined and there are no clumps.

ingredients to make buttermilk pancakes from scratch

Your batter will be nice and smooth just like this.

For pancakes I like to use a small soup ladle to pour the pancake batter onto the griddle.

I use a small, square, non-stick griddle like this one. Or, you can use a large skillet.

I keep the heat between 4 and 5 and I add a pat of butter to the griddle and let it melt before adding the batter.

I can cook two pancakes at a time on the griddle.

They are not ready to turn until the top of the pancake is covered in bubbles.

Flip it to cook the other side.

Limit the flipping, don’t flip the pancakes 100 times.

They turned out great.

Add a pat of butter and some maple syrup over top.

Enjoy every bite.

We sure did.

What Does Buttermilk do to Pancakes?

The buttermilk works with the baking soda to make a higher pancake. It makes for a thick and tender pancake.

Can I Make Buttermilk with Regular Milk?

You can. You just need to add fresh lemon juice or vinegar to your milk. You want 1 cup of milk to 1 T of vinegar or lemon juice.

What Does Egg Do For Pancakes?

Part of the reason you use eggs when cooking pancakes is because it holds the bubbles that pancakes make while they are cooking and also make the pancakes rise. The yolk also gives more flavor to the pancakes. That said, be careful. Too much egg will cause your pancakes to be dense and not enough egg will make them dry and more like a biscuit.

Best Pancakes Recipes

Buttermilk Pancakes from Scratch

Yield: 24 pancakes

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

If you are on the hunt for family breakfast ideas, these homemade buttermilk pancakes are a crowd pleaser!

Ingredients

2 1/2 c flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/2 c buttermilk
1/2 c sugar
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
4 T melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
extra butter for your griddle to prevent sticking or griddle spray

Instructions

Put all of your dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Add in all the the wet ingredients and whisk until well combined and there are no clumps.
For pancakes I like to use a small soup ladle to pour the batter onto the griddle.
I keep the heat between 4 and 5 and I add a pat of butter to the griddle before adding the batter.
They are not ready to turn until the top of the pancake is covered in bubbles.
Flip it to cook the other side. Limit the flipping, don't flip the pancakes 100 times.
Three nice pancakes make a great snack. Add a pat of butter and some maple syrup over top.
This recipe will make approx 24 pancakes.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 102Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 316mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 0gSugar: 5gProtein: 3g

Crockpot Blueberry Cobbler

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 59 Comments

I don’t know about you, but warm weather makes me hungry for cobblers. Especially cobbler using any of the delicious fruits of the season. (Or, you can use frozen if you want.)

The only downfall to cobbler is the fact that making it in the oven really heats up the kitchen. Ugh. That’s awful in the summer.

Let me show you how to make crockpot blueberry cobbler. Yum! Easy recipes like this are a favorite at my house.

I love this recipe. It’s cake-like texture is spot on!

It would be amazing with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, too.

Here is how you make this easy dessert that would be perfect for a family get together and it cooks in only 2.5 hours on high!

Ingredients:

1 c flour
1 1/4 c sugar, divided
1 t baking powder
1/4 t cinnamon
1/4 t nutmeg
1/4 c sour cream
1/4 c water
2 eggs
3 t lemon juice, divided
1 (16 oz) bag whole frozen blueberries or 2 cups of fresh blueberries

Mix together the flour, 1/4 cup of the sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, sour cream, water, eggs, and 1 tsp of the lemon juice.

Mix until creamy removing as many lumps as possible. I simply used a whisk.

Pour the batter into the crockpot.

In a bowl, dump in your blueberries. I suppose you could use just about any frozen berry you want.

Add the remaining 1 cup of sugar and 2 tsp of lemon juice.

Stir until combined.

frozen blueberries with sugar and lemon juice

Dump the berries into the middle section of the batter that is already in the crockpot.

Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 2.5 hours.

Scoop it up and serve. Add a scoop of ice cream if you want.

how to make blueberry cobbler in the slow cooker

Easy, fast and delish.

While you’re here, check out all of our easy dessert recipes. We have tons you will love!

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Crockpot Blueberry Cobbler

: Crystal & Co

: dessert

: 10 mins

: 2 hours 30 mins

: 2 hours 40 mins

: 8

Ingredients

1 c flour
1¼ c sugar, divided
1 t baking powder
¼ t cinnamon
¼ t nutmeg
¼ c sour cream
¼ c water
2 eggs
3 t lemon juice, divided
1 (16 oz) bag whole frozen blueberries

Instructions

Mix together the flour, ¼ cup of the sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, sour cream, water, eggs, and 1 tsp of the lemon juice.
Mix until creamy removing as many lumps as possible. I simply used a whisk.
Pour the batter into the crockpot.
In a bowl, dump in your frozen blueberries. I suppose you could use just about any frozen berry you want.
Add the remaining 1 cup of sugar and 2 tsp of lemon juice.
Stir until combined.
Dump the berries into the middle section of the batter that is already in the crockpot.
Put the lid on the crockpot and cook on high for 2.5 hours.
Scoop it up and serve. Add a scoop of ice cream if you want.

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Sweet Peach Recipes That Will Have You Begging for More

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 8 Comments

There are tons of things to look forward to when the weather is warm. From vacations, to fun in the sun, it can seem like our schedules are always booming with lots of activities. But wait, what about all of those long awaited fruits that are a huge hit at our house?

Peaches. Peaches. Peaches. Yes! Love them! The sweeter the better! My kids love them and they are the smell of summer. Other than enjoying them the way they are, we are motivated to change things up a bit. So, surprisingly enough you do not have to be an avid baker or a kitchen whiz for these. Enjoy each of these simply peach recipes that are perfect for this time of year!

peach recipes that taste like heaven

Over 25 Peach Recipes

1. Try these Oven Roasted Peaches that are drizzled in honey and topped with mint for a mouth watering treat! Crystal & Co

2. This Peach Pecan Crisp is sweet, bubbly, and the added pecan crunch topping is amazing. Sally’s Baking Addiction

3. As a food topper or a dip this Fresh Peach Salsa is perfect in flavor. Running In A Skirt

4. This homemade peach lemonade is so easy to make a crowdpleaser! Crystal & Co.

5. This Peach Sorbet is cool and creamy and made with only two ingredients! Living Sweet Moments

6. This Peach Upside Down Cake is no box cake recipe! Flavourite

7. This homemade peach jam recipe is amazing! Crystal & Co.

7. Check out this Peach Pound Cake that is a classic, sweet, and perfect! Gonna Want Seconds

8. Decadent and delicious this Peach Crisp is an amazing dessert. My Recipe Magic

9. With a shortbread crust, crumble topping, and peach filling these Peaches and Cream Bars are a great twist on cobbler. Taste and Tell

10. You can’t have just one of these amazing Peach Pie Cookies with no refined sugar. Amy’s Healthy Baking

11. Hands down, this Southern Peach Cobbler is an ideal dessert for summer! Gonna Want Seconds

12. Use up fresh peaches you have on hand for some Perfect Peach Dumplings. OMG Chocolate Desserts

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13. With a flaky crust and a glazed top these Peach Hand Pies are oh so good. Shugary Sweets

14. Your biscuits and toast will never be the same with Country Peach Preserves. Natasha’s Kitchen

15. Check out this Blender Peach Ice Cream that is the perfect take on this summer fruit. Life Love Liz

16. Breakfast is done in no time with these easy and flavorful Oatmeal Peach Muffins. Six Sisters’ Stuff

17. What better way to enjoy the sunshine and cool off than with this refreshing Peach Tea. Passion For Savings

18. Try out this Rustic Peach Tart with sweet peaches and an amazing crust! Everyday Dishes

19. If you love sweets this Peach Fritter is the best ever with an almost donut consistency. Bunny’s Warm Oven

20. Pair this tasty Peach Cobbler Coffee Cake with your favorite cup of joe! Lemon Tree Dwelling

21. Without an ice cream machine this Peach Sorbet is super easy to make and it is totally dairy free! Making Thyme For Health

22. These Peaches and Cream Muffins are so delicious and the whole family will love them! Baker By Nature

23. This Vanilla Peach Coffee Cake is so sweet and sugary but the peaches are the best part! Pine Cones and Acorns

24. You have to make these Peach Turnovers that are so easy but the flavors and sweetness are perfect! The Domestic Rebel

25. Have these scrumptious Peach Pie Pancakes for breakfast that will not disappoint! Amy’s Healthy Baking

26. These Easy Baked Peaches with Cinnamon are just what you need with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I Heart Naptime

Don’t you just love peaches in the summer? What are your favorite recipes you use them in?

20 Light and Easy Flounder Recipes

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 4 Comments

Do you enjoy a healthy and lighter flair for dinner? Our family like to incorporate fish dishes into the menu every once in a while and surprisingly the kids love them!

Flounder is an awesome spring and summer fish to serve up to the family! You can buy it in bulk relatively inexpensive and it is super good! Flounder is a really tasty fish and it is so easy to cook. You know me, I am all about dinner recipes that do not take a lot of babysitting.

These light and easy flounder recipes are a must try this spring and summer. So delicious!

easy flounder recipes

Easy Flounder Recipes

1. Try this Baked Flounder with Panko Bread Crumbs that is a great dinner dish done right! All Recipes

2. This Garlic and Dill Baked Flounder is so delicious and the topper includes brown butter. Yum! Naturally Loriel

3. You have to try this Flounder with Lemon Butter that is a wonderful dish of flavor and simplicity. Heart & Soul

4. Pack on the punch and try this Texas Style Grilled Flounder that is a perfect spicy rubbed dish. Smoked ‘n Grilled

5. Make this Pan Fried Fish that has a rich butter sauce included in the recipe. So delicious. Food

6. With a few simple sides and this Pan-Seared, Blackened Flounder dinner will be done in no time. She Cooks He Cleans

7. This Broiled Flounder With Lemon and Butter brings out the natural flavors of this wonderful fish. Delish

8. If you are looking for a dish with a kick this Cajun Flounder With Tomatoes is a perfect meal. Skinny Taste

9. This super easy Oven Poached Flounder does not skimp on flavor and it requires only a few ingredients. Sarah’s Cucina Bella

10. Tacos will never be the same when you whip u these Flounder Fish Tacos that are amazing. Eazy Peazy Mealz

flounder recipes

11. This Easy Baked Flounder has a sour cream sauce and it is super easy to make and super delicious. HubPages

12. This Bakes Flounder with Basil and Tomatoes goes perfectly with a salad or even some of your favorite pasta. Bon Appetit

13. You won’t believe how amazing and easy this Flounder Topped with Shrimp Cream Sauce is. Back Road Journal

14. With a few fresh ingredients you can whip up this scrumptious Spicy Creole Flounder. Living Chirpy

15. This Crab Stuffed Flounder is a wonderful recipe and the stuffing is hit! Key Ingredient

16. Talk about easy! This Fish in a Pouch is so simple and just add your favorite vegetables. Emeril Lagasse

17. Change things up with this Teriyaki Broiled Flounder that is awesome with rice and veggies. Miss Homemade

18. Oh my! This Broiled Flounder Stuffed With Herbs and Breadcrumbs is super tasty and deliciously healthy too! Wish Upon A Dish

19. Your kiddos will love the sweet and crunchy flavor of these Coconut Crusted Flounder Filets. Green Lite Bites

20. This Parmesan Lemon Crusted Flounder is amazing and really healthy! Diabetes.org

Do you have a great way or cooking up flounder? Share your recipes!

The Perfect Birthday Cupcake Recipe

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 42 Comments

This is my go to cupcake recipe. I have literally been using this recipe for years. If you come to a birthday party for my kids these are the cupcakes you will be served.

Years ago my mother-in-law gifted me with this amazing cupcake cookbook called he Cupcakes from the Cake Mix Doctor. Her cupcake recipes are what I would call a semi-homemade, as they start off with a boxed cake mix, and as the name suggests, you doctor it up. I love to pair this recipe with with the Chocolate Buttercream Icing recipe or the regular Homemade Buttercream Icing recipe.

Here is how you make them.

You’ll Need:

1 pkg plain butter golden boxed cake mix

1 8oz pkg reduced fat cream cheese, at room temperature

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup vegetable oil

4 large eggs

1 T vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350.

Mix the cake mix, cream cheese, sugar, water, oil, eggs and vanilla in a large mixing bowl on low speed until well blended and then kick it up to a medium speed. I love to use my free standing electric mixer. Stop the mixer to scrape the sides if needed. Continue to mix until smooth and well blended. (Here are some more tricks to doctoring up your boxed cake mix.)

Line your muffin pan with cupcake liners. I like to use a medium sized melon-type scooper to fill the cupcake liners 2/3 full. Usually this is one and a half scoops.

Bake for approximately 25 minutes. Use a knife or toothpick to ensure the center is done before removing them from the oven.

Transfer them to a wire rack where they will cool completely before you ice them.

This recipe makes 24 standard size cupcakes. They are dense and incredibly delish!

Once cool, ice your cupcake and decorate with a cool cupcake topper like these lego candies, or for an extra treat try cookies on a stick or even embellish with simple figurines and loot as we did for the pirate cupcakes.

Before the party add a fun candle and you’re sure to have an amazingly fun birthday party.

Making the cupcakes for my kids parties is seriously one of my favorite parts of the party. I want them to always remember how much fun we have celebrating them. Just know, once your guests taste these, they will always expect them at every party!

More Birthday Party Resources

Tricks to Make a Boxed Cake Mix Better

100 Kids Birthday Party Ideas

How to Throw a Birthday Party on a Budget

25 Easy Deviled Egg Recipes

By Crystal VanTassel-Lopez 4 Comments

Don’t you just love deviled eggs? I mean they are really good and a side dish you see a lot!

They pair well with everything from barbeque to traditional home cooking! Deviled eggs are such a signature staple and side dish to family gatherings, birthdays, cookouts, and just dinner. As a kid these things went fast no matter how they were made. Always loved by everyone and seriously so amazing!

Are you looking for a great new way to fix up some tasty deviled eggs? Good news! These easy deviled egg recipes are perfect! There are a ton of varieties here that are fitting for just about any meal you may be cooking. Check them out!

25 Easy Deviled Egg Recipes:

1. With these Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs your meal will be complete and they are so amazing! Robert’s Recipes

2. If you are looking for a healthy spin then you have to make these Avocado Deviled Eggs. To Simply Inspire

3. Keeping it traditional means that these Classic Deviled Eggs are a must have on the menu. Gonna Want Seconds

4. These Buffalo Ranch Deviled Eggs are so awesome and have a spicy, bold flavor. A Spicy Perspective

5. Check out these Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs that are so amazing you won;t be able to east just one! I Am A Food Blog

6. Oh my ! These Mexican Deviled Eggs are an excellent flair on the traditional recipe. Lady Behind The Curtain

7. You won’t believe how incredible these Deep Fried Deviled Eggs are when you taste them! Dude Foods

8. There is no need to worry about calories and fat with these excellently healthy Skinny Deviled Eggs. Girl Inspired

9. Make these Colored Deviled Eggs for Easter or just for some extra color on the plate. Just A Pinch

10. Your family including the kiddos will love these Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs that are so amazing! Kitch Me

11. How about an Asian flair with a little kick on these Wasabi Soy Deviled Eggs. Ari’s Menu

12. If you need a great appetizer give these Crab Deviled Eggs a try and you won’t be disappointed. Laylita’s Recipes

13. These Tuna Deviled Eggs are as amazing as tuna salad without the bread! Olga’s Flavors

14. Check out these Chipotle Bacon Deviled Eggs that are super healthy and gluten free! Jay’s Baking Me Crazy

15. You won’t be able to get enough of these Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs that are seriously out of this world. F & B Department

16. These Sriracha Deviled Eggs are the perfect kick to bold flavor in an egg recipe. The Food Charlatan

17. These Cajun Deviled Eggs are totally family friendly and full of awesome flavor. Food

18. If you are a bacon lover you will enjoy these BLT Deviled Eggs. The Stay At Home Chef

19. Check out these Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs that have an awesome flavor and you can even add your favorite garnish. Erin’s Food Files

20. Infuse the traditional flavor of deviled eggs with a little something extra and try these Dill Deviled Eggs. McCormick

21. Try out these Curry Deviled Eggs that have some interesting change up in flavor that you will love. Well Plated By Erin

22. These Honey Mustard Deviled Eggs are the perfect change up to traditional eggs and made with a splash of real honey. PDX Food Love

23. You will absolutely go crazy over these Guacamole Deviled Eggs that have all of the components of guacamole. The Comfort of Cooking

24. With this Zesty Deviled Egg Recipe you can kick your eggs up just a notch to something wonderful. Betty Crocker

25. Who knew that you could make Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs with Philadelphia cream cheese are the main ingredient. Yum! Taste of Home

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25 Deliciously Easy Sheet Cake Recipes

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What better dessert is there than sheet cake? Seriously, here in Texas we love sheet cake and there are tons of options that make it absolutely divine!

Do you have a family favorite recipe or are you looking for something new to try? These 25 deliciously easy sheet cake recipes will blow your mind! (Check out all of our easy dessert recipes while you’re here.)

Not only do sheet cakes taste so good, but you can make dessert for a crowd with one of these! They are big, yummy, and are a true family dessert! They are super easy to make with little mixing and no real decorating. Dessert done in no time!

Just check out these amazing recipes for your next sheet cake endeavor!

25 Easy Sheet Cake Recipes

1. This super moist Pineapple Sheet Cake is amazing and topped with cream cheese frosting and pecans. Spicy Southern Kitchen

2. Check out this White Texas Sheet Cake that does not skimp on the sweetness and add in some strawberries for color! The Budget Diet

3. If you are a fan of peanut butter then this Peanut Butter Sheet Cake will blow your mind. Chef In Training

4. This Almond Sheet Cake is wonderful and paired really well with a light fruit topping! Tastes Better From Scratch

5. If you want something insanely tender and buttery you have to make this Buttermilk Sheet Cake. Yum! Cookies & Cups

6. You will absolutely love this Strawberry Sheet Cake that balances both sweet and tart. Gonna Want Seconds

7. This recipe for Samoa Sheet Cake is a masterpiece all in itself complete with a caramel drizzle. Oh my! Chef In Training

8. If you want decadent this Red Velvet Sheet Cake is beyond amazing and the topping is to die for. Taste and Tell

9. This ooey gooey Turtle Sheet Cake never made sheet cake look and sound so good! About A Mom

10. Try this Caramel Apple Sheet Cake that includes heavenly caramel flavor in every bite! Chef In Training

11. This Chocolate Mint Sheet Cake is so good you won’t be able to eat just one piece. A Spicy Perspective

12. This Coconut Sheet Cake is a wonderful spin on the traditional sheet cake and absolutely yummy! Chef In Training

13. If you are looking for a cake that can double as breakfast then give this Raisin Oatmeal Sheet Cake a try. A Pretty Life

14. You have to make this Lemon Buttermilk Sheet Cake that is simple divine and a perfect dessert for Spring. Gonna Want Seconds

15. Check out this Coca Cola Sheet Cake that adds in a classic soda flair to the cake. Crazy For Crust

16. Oh my! This Carrot Sheet Cake is a perfect Easter treat or if you are simply a fan of carrot cake! Jamie Cooks It Up

17. You can never go wrong with a chocolate lover’s dream of a Chocolate Sheet Cake. Chef In Training

18. Check out this Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Sheet Cake that is seriously the best of two desserts in one. Picky Palate

19. Make this wonderful buttery Brown Butter Sheet Cake that has a fantastic nutty flavor. Bake or Break

20. This Orange Creamsicle Sheet Cake is so amazing and sweet just life the ice cream favorite. Chef In Training

21. The kiddos will be a huge fan of the colorful and flavorful Funfetti Sheet Cake Recipe. Sally’s Baking Addiction

22. You have to try this Bourbon Butter Pecan Sheet Cake that is the perfect sweet treat in a cake. Brown Sugar

23. Who says you can’t have veggies in a delicious dessert with this Zucchini Sheet Cake complete with cream cheese frosting. Creme de la Crumb

24. This Cherry Chocolate Sheet Cake has an abundance of cherries tucked inside! The Recipe Critic

25. Check out this Brownie Sheet Cake that is the sweetest temptation and a super combination of two delicious desserts. Southern Kissed

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