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Caught in the hustle and bustle of daily life and back-to-school routine? We’ve all been there – short on time but craving something homemade and delicious. Here are some of our quick fixes for a busy weeknight, ready in about 30-minutes. Whether you’re in the mood for a zesty stir-fry or a hearty pasta, these dishes have got you covered – without the wait!
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The main dish is the star of the show, and these main dish recipes are bound to impress.
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Easy Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings. Juicy chicken breasts cooked to tender perfection in the slow cooker in a rich creamy sauce. Shortcut dumplings make this deliciously comforting meal effortless for a family favorite everyone will agree on.
The Best Banana Cake
This is, hands down, the BEST banana cake I’ve ever had. It’s soft, moist and rich all at the same time! Once cooled this cake is topped with a totally irresistible lemon cream cheese frosting for a perfect dessert your family will love. I love a good banana cake, it just reminds me of being a…
Easy Banana Bread Recipe
This easy Banana Bread recipe is a no-fail favorite that comes out perfect every time! With a handful of ingredients that you likely have on hand and only a few minutes of prep, this will become your go-to recipe!
Crock Pot Mac and Cheese
Crockpot Mac and Cheese is super rich & bursting with sharp cheesy flavor. Toss all the ingredients together and let them simmer in the crockpot, then dinner is ready!
4 Ingredient Chicken Rice Casserole
Chicken Rice Casserole makes for a crowd-pleasing dinner that comes together in under 5 minutes of prep time. Made with only 4 ingredients, this dish has juicy chicken breasts and tender rice in a deliciously creamy sauce. This is a casserole that meal packs a lot of flavor in a filling one dish dinner and…
