If you think that hosting Christmas dinner means spending all day cooking a turkey, you’re wrong. You can easily create a festive fest by swapping in ham for the roasted bird. Not only is it so much easier to make, but I’m willing to argue that ham is far superior in taste. Most of these Christmas ham recipes require very little effort with a huge, delicious payoff. Keep reading to make your life easier this upcoming December....

With that popularity comes a plethora of dishes, just like these 30 insanely good Instant Pot vegan recipes. It’s never been easier to be vegan, and I bet that even your most carnivorous of friends will be happy with a bowl of pumpkin lasagna soup or vegan gumbo. And don’t worry, there are no scary, hard-to-find ingredients here. Just fresh and tasty veggies and oodles of flavor. I’m already starving!...

If you’re like me, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as freshly baked cookies right out of the oven. Ooey, gooey, and cooked to perfection. Baking is a fantastic way to have some fun in the kitchen or spend quality time with your kids. So I’ve rounded up some of my favorite baking recipes below. Looking for melt-in-your-mouth cookies? We’ve got it! Sinfully good chocolate cake? Of course. Chocolate chip muffins to die for?...

These include mouthwatering savory dishes, delectable desserts, some sweet and juicy fruits, flavor-packed herbs, and even some refreshing (and boozy!) drinks. Think you can list them all out? I dare you to test yourself. Let’s get started! 36 Foods That Start With The Letter M 1. M&M’s M&M’s are one of the most famous candies in the world. They’re small bits of chocolate coated in candy shells. First introduced in the 1940s by Forrest Mars and William Murrie, these colorful treats “melt in your mouth, not in your hand!...

Because given how much we all love the stuff, it only makes sense to put it in everything! Believe it or not, you can use ranch dressing and ranch dressing mix in everything from pizzas and casseroles to wraps and pasta dishes. The possibilities are truly endless – and delicious. So if you’re ranch-obsessed like me, you have to try these recipes with ranch dressing. I promise you’ll fall in love at first bite!...

Spaghetti squash may seem like an intimidating item in the produce section. But this list will help you get over that fear and become a spaghetti squash recipe master! How to Cook Spaghetti Squash There are so many different ways that spaghetti squash can be enjoyed. But the most common way to cook spaghetti squash is to roast it. Just chop it in half, add a little oil, then roast until it’s tender....

It’s made of sweet, tart, and juicy apples underneath a bed of buttery crumble. Apple Brown Betty is the perfect autumn comfort food. Don’t believe me? Try it, and you’ll see! Don’t worry, it’s so easy to make. Even non-bakers will nail this! Just slice up some apples and whip up a crumble. The rest is up to the oven. Boy, your kitchen is about to smell like heaven. Drooling yet?...

This rich and hearty delight will keep you full and satisfied until lunch. It features meaty sausage crumbles cooked in a thick and creamy gravy served on fluffy biscuits. It’s a classic southern breakfast that deserves the attention of the entire world. Sure, it’s not the healthiest of dishes, but it’s definitely worth every single calorie. With its amazing flavors and textures, this dish is perfect for any occasion. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to make....

Better still, it needs just two pantry staples you likely already have ready to go. This recipe really couldn’t be more simple. It’s just sliced bananas pan-fried in sugar. Think creme brulee, but instead of a custard filling, you’ll get sweet, luscious bananas inside the crunchy caramel candy coating. Seriously, it’s so good; you’ll go bananas. Let’s get started. Easy Caramelized Bananas Bananas are always fantastic if you ask me....

When I was a kid, it seems like all my friends had meatloaf on their dinner rotation. It was often the meal of choice at our house when we had guests over for dinner. Although I don’t know if I ever really appreciated meatloaf until I got older. Meatloaf can often get a bad rap, and I think I’ve figured out why! An amazing meatloaf can have everyone singing your praises and asking for the recipe, but not everyone knows how to make it juicy and tender....

These aren’t just your regular pancakes. Dotted with warm and melted chocolate chips, these flapjacks are sensational in every bite. With this easy peasy recipe, you can skip a visit to the diner and enjoy pancakes in your jammies! Just be sure to double the batch. They’re so good, you’ll keep coming back for more. Homemade Chocolate Chip Pancakes Chocolate and carbs join forces to make the most indulgent breakfast!...

Large, hollowed-out mushrooms are filled with a rich and creamy crabmeat mixture and baked to perfection. Best of all, these shrooms are surprisingly easy to make. It only takes a few minutes of mixing the filling and stuffing it in the mushrooms. The rest is up to the oven. Are you ready for a show-stopping appetizer? Let’s begin. Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Crab stuffed mushrooms are a classic appetizer of hollowed-out mushrooms stuffed with some sort of filling....

If you think blueberry muffins are great, you’ll think these are to-die-for. The tops are nice and crisp, and everything else is just moist and tender. The muffins themselves are sweet and citrus-flavored, which is contrasted by the tart cranberries. Together, they’re a match made in heaven. They’re excellent for breakfast or brunch, but if you drizzle them with glaze on top, they make fantastic desserts, too! Best of all, these guys take under an hour to make – cooling included....

Seriously, I can’t stop eating them! Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies, right? I mean, have you ever met someone who turned one down? Crunchy, chewy, buttery, sweet, salty, thick, thin… they’re incredible no matter what. That said, some recipes are superior – like these Hershey’s chocolate chip cookies! They have a flawless blend of white and brown sugar, making every bite chewy, tender, and loaded with caramelly goodness. Feel free to add extras if you like (chopped nuts, M&Ms, etc....

But don’t worry, they’re just as fluffy and delicious! I love pancakes but don’t always have time to make a big batch. That’s why I love these oatmeal pancakes. They’re quick and easy to make but are still entirely delicious! You need only a handful of common ingredients and very little skill in the kitchen. Of course, they’re extra scrummy covered in syrup with fresh fruit and whipped cream, too!...

Tangy pineapple, crunchy walnuts, caramelized brown sugar, and a sticky glaze transform a simple white cake into a sensational dessert. It’s rich, thick, and unbelievably moist. It’s cozy and refreshing at the same time, too. I don’t think I’ll ever run out of great things to say about it. It’s the ultimate comfort food, and I can eat it all day. Also, it’s impossible to mess up. Unlike other complicated cake recipes, this one does not require creaming, beating, or separating wet ingredients from the dry....

While I do enjoy sweet cornbread, I have a weak spot for the savory version. I am specifically drawn to this Mexican cornbread recipe like a moth to a flame. Packed with corn, green chilies, jalapenos, and cheese, it gives the classic cornbread a lip-smacking Mexican twist. While it can feed a crowd, I still make it a point to double the recipe because one whole batch is just for me....

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The dough can be made ahead, then stored in the fridge until you’re ready to bake them. It’s always a good idea to have some on hand in case some unexpected visitors show up. Homemade cookies are one of the best ways to surprise your visitors. They’re especially great when they’re hot out of the oven! Serve these cookies with a glass of sweet tea, and you’re ready to host any gathering at the drop of a hat....

If you think it takes pro-cooking skills to make homemade pretzel bites, think again. While this recipe does call for making yeasted dough, don’t be intimidated. It’s a lot easier to make than you think! And you know what? All that effort of kneading, proofing, and rolling the dough is absolutely worth it. Believe me; you’ll feel a different kind of satisfaction once you pull it off. And you will!...