The Recipes You Want When You’re Looking for Easy

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When life gets busy, these easy recipes make dinner, brunch, or snacks effortless without skimping on flavor. From the cozy comfort of Best Southern Corn Pudding to the sweet indulgence of Apple Cinnamon Fall Cookie Recipe, and the savory simplicity of Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes, these dishes are proof that “easy” doesn’t mean boring—and there are many more to make weeknights a breeze!

Best Southern Corn Pudding

A baked casserole dish filled with a golden-brown mixture of diced vegetables, corn, and herbs, topped with fresh thyme and green onions, on a wooden surface.
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Creamy Corn Pudding bakes up rich and golden, delivering Southern comfort in every spoonful. It’s a versatile side that shines with everything from a simple chicken supper to a holiday ham or turkey feast.

Get the Recipe: Best Southern Corn Pudding

Beef Stroganoff

Beef stroganoff in a white bowl with parsley.
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This Beef Stroganoff recipe is comfort food at its finest! Tender sliced ribeye steak and a rich, creamy mushroom sauce come together in this easy one-pot meal. Serve over egg noodles for a satisfying dinner the whole family will love.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stroganoff

Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches

Sandwiches with chopped chicken, pickles, and creamy white sauce on toasted buns, arranged on a decorative plate.
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Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches pile smoky pulled chicken high on toasted buns, then drench it in tangy white barbecue sauce with a vinegar punch. Add pickles, and you’ve got bold Southern barbecue in every bite.

To learn more: Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches

Close-up of a freshly baked cookie with chunks of apple, sitting on a cooling rack, showcasing its chewy texture and cinnamon topping.
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Apple Cinnamon Fall Cookie packs cozy autumn flavor into one chewy, applicious treat. Inspired by a Betty Crocker classic, it’s a nostalgic favorite that tastes like the season itself.

To learn more: Apple Cinnamon Fall Cookie Recipe

Loaded Baked Potato Frittata

Presenting a delicious Loaded Baked Potato Frittata
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This Loaded Baked Potato Frittata takes all the best parts of a baked potato and transforms them into a delicious and easy breakfast dish. Packed with eggs, potatoes, bacon, cheese, and green onions, this gluten-free frittata is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Top with a dollop of sour cream for the perfect finishing touch!
Get the Recipe: Loaded Baked Potato Frittata

Easy 3 Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits

Biscuits stacked up alongside a spoon with jam.
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3-Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits are the ultimate no-fail recipe—light, buttery, and golden with every batch. They’re so easy, you’ll bake them once and look like a biscuit master forever.

To learn more: Easy 3 Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits

Carolina-style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict

A waffle topped with a piece of fried chicken and a runny poached egg on a white plate. There's a sprinkle of herbs and pepper on the egg, with a fork resting on the plate. A drink is partially visible in the background.
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Carolina-style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict is comfort food turned up a notch. Crispy fried chicken meets cornmeal waffles and spicy honey drizzle for a sweet-and-savory brunch (or dinner) worth lingering over.
Get the Recipe: Carolina-style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict

Keto Breakfast Casserole

keto breakfast casserole.
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This keto breakfast casserole is the perfect savory and low-carb way to start your day! Packed with eggs, vegetables, sausage, and cheese, this casserole is also gluten-free. With only 1 gram of carbs per serving, it’s a guilt-free breakfast option.
Get the Recipe: Keto Breakfast Casserole

Apricot Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies

Jam-filled thumbprint cookies topped with powdered sugar and almond slices are arranged on a white surface.
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These soft and delicate thumbprint cookies by Sally’s Baking Recipes are a delightful treat! Infused with almond and lemon, the cream cheese cookies are then filled with sweet apricot jam.
Get the Recipe: Apricot Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies

Roasted Tomato Risotto

Roasted Tomato Risotto in a pan with a wooden spoon
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This Roasted Tomato Risotto is the perfect way to use up your summer tomatoes! It’s a simple yet delicious weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy. Fresh herbs and a touch of balsamic vinegar elevate the flavors of this vegetarian dish.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Tomato Risotto

Easy Cheesy Party Snacks

A board with Easy Cheesy Party Snackson top of baking paper.
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These Easy Cheesy Party Snacks are perfect for any occasion! Using pre-made pie crust, parmesan, and cheddar cheese, they’re quick to prepare and bake. These cheesy bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Easy Cheesy Party Snacks

Easy Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Recipe

closeup of brussels sprouts and bacon in a skillet
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This 2-ingredient Brussels sprouts and bacon recipe is so easy, it’s perfect for both weeknight meals and holiday dinners! This simple side dish will convert even the staunchest Brussels sprouts haters. All you need is bacon, Brussels sprouts, and a little salt and pepper!
Get the Recipe: Easy Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Recipe

Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes

A bowl of mashed potatoes is topped with melted butter and chopped chives, with a spoon inside. A checkered cloth is draped over the wooden surface.
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Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes are creamy, indulgent, and packed with nutty flavor that makes them anything but ordinary. Perfect for holidays or weeknights, this side dish deserves star status on the table.
Get the Recipe: Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes

Caramel Apple Spice Thumbprints

caramel apple spice thumbprints
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These Caramel Apple Spice Thumbprints are the perfect fall treat! The soft cookies are flavored with apple pie spice and filled with a luscious homemade salted caramel. These thumbprint cookies are sure to be a hit!
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Spice Thumbprints

Farro Tabbouleh Salad

A simple & delicious recipe for Farro Tabbouleh Salad, made with finely chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, lemon and olive oil. Vegan! | www.feastingathome.com
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This Farro Tabbouleh Salad is a simple and delicious Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or side dish. Packed with fresh herbs, cucumbers, tomatoes, and a tangy lemon dressing, it’s both vegan and healthy! Feel free to add feta, olives, or chickpeas for extra flavor and protein.
Get the Recipe: Farro Tabbouleh Salad

Easy Orange Sweet Rolls

orange sweet rolls on a plate with a fork
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These Easy Orange Sweet Rolls are a delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, boasting a fluffy texture and bright citrus flavor. Requiring only one rise, they’re perfect for a quicker breakfast treat. The combination of orange zest and juice in both the dough and glaze creates a truly irresistible flavor.
Get the Recipe: Easy Orange Sweet Rolls

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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