I have a new idea that I think you’ll love if you enjoy Halloween as much as I do. During October, it’s so much fun to add a little extra celebration to each week—dress up on Fridays, share treats with neighbors, and gather with friends and family for small neighborhood parties. Fill the evenings with … Read more

This easy tater tot casserole is a classic comfort-food dish that comes together with just a few ingredients: ground beef, frozen tater tots, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese. It’s a family-friendly, weeknight-friendly meal that’s simple to prepare and loved by picky eaters and adults alike. Crispy, cheese-covered tater tots top a creamy, savory … Read more

Cooking For Busy Mums has partnered with Colonial Farm for the next three weeks to share simple vegetarian recipes perfect for family and friends. All Colonial Farm products are 100% Australian made and owned, so these recipes put an Aussie twist on their vegetarian range—ideal for serving on Australia Day. The first product featured is … Read more

One-pot shrimp scampi is a rich, buttery linguine dish flavored with garlic, lemon, white wine, and a touch of cream, topped with blackened shrimp. The pasta cooks directly in the sauce so the flavors meld in a single pan for a fast, flavorful meal. Behind This One-Pot Shrimp Scampi Recipe I love classic shrimp scampi, … Read more

Learn how to make a flavorful roasted sweet potato salad that’s healthy, colorful, and perfect for gatherings. This versatile one-bowl dish is packed with roasted sweet potatoes, fresh vegetables, black beans, and a bright lime-garlic dressing. Why you’ll love this easy sweet potato salad Crowd-friendly. This roasted sweet potato salad makes a colorful, satisfying side … Read more

A cozy, homemade chili made with dry black beans and cooked entirely in the Instant Pot—no overnight soaking required. Using dry beans is an economical and nutritious choice, and the pressure of the Instant Pot takes the guesswork out of getting tender beans every time. The Instant Pot quickly presoaks and cooks beans, so you … Read more

These Vegan Oreo Pumpkin Cupcakes are sweet, simple, and perfectly festive for Halloween. Top them with a swirl of white buttercream and candy eyeballs to make adorable ghost cupcakes.   Hello friends — happy Halloween Sunday! If you need a last-minute, crowd-pleasing treat, these Vegan Oreo Pumpkin Cupcakes are the perfect choice. They’re easy to … Read more

Molasses Oat Bran Cookies began as a recipe I first pulled from the Cookie Madness archives and tested only once. In November 2020 I revisited the recipe, made a few small improvements and tested it again. This time I halved the batch for a trial run and adjusted a few details. On the first try … Read more

Glazed lemon cookies with pistachios are easy to make and lovely enough for a celebration. Iced lemon pistachio cookies are topped with crunchy pistachios for a wonderful explosion of flavor and texture. These won’t last long on the plate. Note: This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. If you make a purchase, this … Read more

Honey Lavender Simple Syrup is a delicate floral sweetener that brightens everything from morning coffee to baked treats. Warmed honey and water gently infuse with dried French lavender petals to create a light, fragrant syrup ideal for coffee, tea, lemonade, cocktails, baked goods, ice cream, and more. Lavender adds a refined floral note that pairs … Read more