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A batch of patriotic-themed firecracker cookie bars with red, white, and blue sprinkles, sliced into squares and arranged on a baking tray

Firecracker Cookie Bars

Firecracker Cookie Bars Read More »

Six vanilla ice cream sandwiches rolled in red, white, and blue sprinkles, displayed on a festive white tray for Fourth of July

Firecracker Ice Cream Sandwiches

Firecracker Ice Cream Sandwiches Read More »

Star-shaped shortcakes layered with whipped cream, strawberries, and blueberries on a white serving tray with patriotic accents

Star-Spangled Berry Shortcakes

Star-Spangled Berry Shortcakes Read More »

Five patriotic-themed layered Jello parfaits in clear cups, topped with whipped cream, blueberries, and strawberries on a light wooden surface

Red, White & Blue Jello Parfaits

Red, White & Blue Jello Parfaits Read More »

Patriotic-themed dessert tray with white chocolate dipped pretzel rods decorated in red, white, and blue sprinkles

Patriotic Pretzel Rods

Patriotic Pretzel Rods Read More »

Glass pitcher and glass of blueberry iced tea with lemon slices, fresh blueberries, and mint on a marble surface

Blueberry Iced Tea

Blueberry Iced Tea Read More »

Pitcher and glasses of strawberry lemonade punch with lemon slices and whole strawberries on a marble surface

Strawberry Lemonade Punch

Strawberry Lemonade Punch Read More »

Layered berry trifle in a glass dish with whipped cream, strawberries, blueberries, and cubed pound cake on a light wooden surface

Fourth of July Berry Trifle

Fourth of July Berry Trifle Read More »

Skillet lasagna in a black cast iron pan with golden melted cheese, ground beef, and green bell peppers

One-Pan Skillet Lasagna

One-Pan Skillet Lasagna Read More »

Close-up of Coney Island hot dog sauce simmering in a skillet with a wooden spoon

Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce

Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce Read More »

A high-resolution photograph showcases nine freshly baked sugar cookies, each with a single raisin centered on top, arranged neatly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Grandma’s Raisin Center Sugar cookies

Grandma’s Raisin Center Sugar cookies Read More »

A freshly baked rectangular pumpkin cake topped with a thick layer of cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with cinnamon, sitting on a cooling rack.

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Read More »

A high-resolution digital photograph showcases a fresh apple crisp in a white ceramic dish, featuring golden-brown oat topping over tender apple slices.

Classic Apple Crisp Recipe

Classic Apple Crisp Recipe Read More »

A high-resolution image showing four no-bake pumpkin cheesecake cups in clear glass containers, each layered with a graham cracker crust, smooth pumpkin cheesecake filling, and topped with whipped cream.

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups Read More »

A close-up view of freshly fried homemade yeast donuts with a golden brown exterior, resting on a wire rack with a soft, fluffy interior visible.

Homemade Yeast Donuts

Homemade Yeast Donuts Read More »

Glass Mason jars filled with chopped potatoes and carrots, prepared for water bath canning and arranged on a kitchen towel beside canning tools.

Water Bath Canning Potatoes & Carrots

Water Bath Canning Potatoes & Carrots Read More »

Freshly baked homemade molasses cookies with a crackled sugar top on a rustic baking sheet

Homemade Molasses Cookies

Homemade Molasses Cookies Read More »

Juicy brown sugar glazed pork chops sizzling in a skillet with golden, caramelized edges.

Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Chops

Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Chops Read More »

Freshly baked peanut butter cup brownie muffins with melted chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter centers, cooling in a muffin tin.

Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Muffins

Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Muffins Read More »

Homemade fudgy brownies with crackly to

The Ultimate Fudgy Brownies

The Ultimate Fudgy Brownies Read More »

Creamy Tuna Noodle Salad

Creamy Tuna Noodle Salad Read More »

Best Ever Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Best Ever Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Read More »

potato salad in a bowl

Creamy Classic Potato Salad

Creamy Classic Potato Salad Read More »

cherry cheesecake tacos on a plate.

Cherry Cheesecake Tacos

Cherry Cheesecake Tacos Read More »

Close-up of golden brown chocolate chip cookies with crisp edges and soft centers, stacked and overlapping for a cozy homemade feel

My Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies

My Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies Read More »

Rich chocolate gravy being poured into a white bowl, served with warm buttermilk biscuits on the side

Southern Chocolate Gravy Recipe

Southern Chocolate Gravy Recipe Read More »

Close-up of sliced apple crisp loaf pie in a mini loaf pan with flaky crust, gooey apple filling, and golden oat topping

Apple Crisp Loaf Pies

Apple Crisp Loaf Pies Read More »

Close-up of a glass jar filled with golden homemade pineapple jam, surrounded by fresh pineapple wedges on a white surface

Homemade Pineapple Jam (No Pectin Needed)

Homemade Pineapple Jam (No Pectin Needed) Read More »

Sliced classic meatloaf on a white plate topped with glossy ketchup glaze, served with mashed potatoes and green beans

Classic Homestyle Meatloaf

Classic Homestyle Meatloaf Read More »

A creamy homemade country gravy poured over golden biscuits on a white plate, garnished with cracked black pepper.

Homemade Country Gravy

Homemade Country Gravy Read More »

Freshly baked homemade buttermilk biscuits stacked on a white plate, golden brown and fluffy with a pat of melting butter on top.

Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits

Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits Read More »

Five glossy chocolate-covered peanut butter eggs on a cream ceramic plate, with one sliced open to reveal the creamy peanut butter filling

Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs

Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs Read More »

homemade sugar berry cobbler cake

Sugared Berry Cobbler Cake

Sugared Berry Cobbler Cake Read More »

A close-up view of crispy baked chicken wings with golden skin, served hot and ready to eat on a baking tray.

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings Read More »

A homemade vanilla cake with two golden, fluffy layers and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting, displayed on a rustic cake stand with a slice cut out to reveal its soft, moist crumb. Set against a cozy kitchen backdrop with warm lighting and a checkered napkin.

Vanilla Cake Recipe

Vanilla Cake Recipe Read More »

Freshly baked stuffed pasta shells in a green casserole dish topped with melted cheese and marinara, set in a cozy rustic kitchen with warm lighting

Baked Stuffed Shells

Baked Stuffed Shells Read More »

Crispy homemade egg rolls served on a wooden board

Easy Homemade Egg Rolls

Easy Homemade Egg Rolls Read More »

A beautifully plated bowl of side dish lo mein noodles with a glossy savory sauce topped with crisp vegetables.

Easy Side Dish Lo Mein

Easy Side Dish Lo Mein Read More »

A beautifully plated Irish Cream Chocolate Cheesecake with a smooth chocolate ganache

Irish Cream Chocolate Cheesecake

Irish Cream Chocolate Cheesecake Read More »

Creamy Southern-style coleslaw with crisp shredded cabbage, carrots, and red onion, served in a rustic ceramic bowl and garnished with fresh parsley in a cozy kitchen setting.

Classic Southern Coleslaw Recipe

Classic Southern Coleslaw Recipe Read More »

Golden, cheesy Southern-style baked mac and cheese served in a white casserole dish set in a cozy kitchen with warm lighting.

Southern-Style Baked Mac and Cheese

Southern-Style Baked Mac and Cheese Read More »

Tender, shredded slow-cooked pulled pork coated in a rich BBQ sauce, served on a rustic wooden platter with toasted brioche buns

Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork

Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork Read More »

Tender, glazed oven-baked barbecue ribs coated in a rich, smoky BBQ sauce

Fall-Off-The-Bone Oven-Baked Barbecue Ribs

Fall-Off-The-Bone Oven-Baked Barbecue Ribs Read More »

Garlic Butter Shrimp

Garlic Butter Shrimp Read More »

Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Fish

Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Fish Read More »

Crispy Southern Hush Puppies

Crispy Southern Hush Puppies Read More »

Decorated sugar cookies with pink frosting and sprinkles.

The Best Sugar Cookies

The Best Sugar Cookies Read More »

A homemade Vanilla Coconut Pudding Cake, beautifully coated with flaked coconut and layered with vanilla glaze and mixed berries. This cozy two-layer cake is made in the microwave for a quick yet delicious treat.

Vanilla Coconut Pudding Cake (Microwave Recipe!)

Vanilla Coconut Pudding Cake (Microwave Recipe!) Read More »

A vibrant spring mix salad in a rustic wooden bowl, featuring baby spinach, arugula, romaine, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, red onions, crumbled feta cheese, and walnuts, lightly drizzled with lemon herb dressing. Set in a cozy farmhouse kitchen with a linen napkin and a glass of iced lemon water.

Spring Mix Salad

Spring Mix Salad Read More »

Classic No-Bake Cookies

Classic No-Bake Cookies Read More »

A delicious homemade cinnamon apple pull-apart bread in a parchment-lined loaf pan, drizzled with a sweet glaze and topped with crunchy apple bits.

Cinnamon Apple Pull-Apart Bread

Cinnamon Apple Pull-Apart Bread Read More »

A cozy kitchen scene featuring a freshly assembled copycat McDonald's Big Mac with two beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions between a three-part sesame seed bun, served with crispy fries and extra Big Mac sauce.

Homemade Copycat Big Mac Recipe

Homemade Copycat Big Mac Recipe Read More »

A cozy kitchen scene featuring a plate of freshly fried copycat Chick-fil-A nuggets, golden brown and crispy, with a small bowl of homemade Chick-fil-A sauce on a rustic wooden surface.

Copycat Chick-fil-A Nuggets Recipe

Copycat Chick-fil-A Nuggets Recipe Read More »

A cozy kitchen scene featuring a basket of freshly baked copycat Olive Garden breadsticks, golden brown and brushed with garlic butter, placed on a rustic wooden surface with a small bowl of melted butter nearby.

Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks

Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks Read More »

A cozy kitchen scene featuring a plate of freshly baked Texas Roadhouse rolls, golden brown and brushed with butter, with a bowl of cinnamon honey butter nearby on a rustic wooden surface.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls Read More »

A cozy kitchen scene featuring a plate of large, thick Crumbl-style chocolate chip cookies with gooey melted chocolate, accompanied by a glass of milk and a small bowl of chocolate chips on a rustic wooden countertop.

Ultimate Copycat Crumbl Cookies

Ultimate Copycat Crumbl Cookies Read More »

Golden-brown cheesy crescent rolls with a glossy buttery finish, arranged on a plate. The warm lighting enhances their inviting, fluffy texture.

Fluffy Cheesy Crescent Rolls

Fluffy Cheesy Crescent Rolls Read More »

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About Me

Hi, I’m Jana — the one who always shows up with something homemade. I believe food doesn’t need to be fancy to be memorable. Here you’ll find pies that taste like grandma’s, cookies that vanish in minutes, and dinners that bring everyone running to the table.

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