Author: janarae

Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies

Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies

There’s something so wonderfully comforting about the ritual of making gingerbread men during the holidays. As soon as that molasses-rich dough comes together, the whole house fills with the warm embrace of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves – those beautiful spices that speak of tradition and See Full Post →

Danish Butter Cookies

Danish Butter Cookies

Danish butter cookies are a classic treat that show up every holiday season, especially in those iconic blue tins. This homemade version delivers the same crisp, buttery flavor with simple pantry ingredients and easy shaping methods. You don’t need a piping bag, and the dough See Full Post →

Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you’ve ever dreamed of that perfect bakery-style cookie — soft, chewy, golden on the edges and loaded with melty chocolate chips — this recipe is it. These Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies stay tender for days, thanks to the perfect balance of butter, brown sugar, See Full Post →

Savannah Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

Savannah Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

There’s something about the taste of Savannahs that instantly takes me back to childhood — standing outside in my little brown Girl Scout uniform, cookie order forms in hand, dreaming about the first bite of those peanut butter sandwich cookies that came in the tan See Full Post →

Soft Whipped Cream Cookies

Soft Whipped Cream Cookies

Some cookies are meant to crunch — but others are meant to melt.These soft whipped cream cookies are made for quiet afternoons, coffee cups, and the kind of comfort that only comes from home-baked simplicity. This vintage-inspired recipe uses just Cool Whip, flour, and butter, See Full Post →

Easy Butterscotch Pie

Easy Butterscotch Pie

There’s something deeply nostalgic about butterscotch pie — the kind you’d find cooling on a farmhouse windowsill after Sunday dinner. It’s smooth, buttery, and sweet without being fussy. The brown sugar gives it that signature caramel-like flavor, and the creamy custard texture feels like a See Full Post →

Gingerbread Chocolate Chip Cookies (No Chill Recipe)

Gingerbread Chocolate Chip Cookies (No Chill Recipe)

What happens when you take a classic holiday favorite and give it a chocolate twist? You get gingerbread chocolate chip cookies — soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. The molasses keeps them moist and flavorful, while the chocolate chips add a See Full Post →

Hearty Ground Beef Chili Recipe

Hearty Ground Beef Chili Recipe

There’s nothing quite like a big pot of chili simmering away on the stove. It’s cozy, filling, and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. This Hearty Ground Beef Chili is loaded with three kinds of beans, tender vegetables, bold spices, and a splash of red See Full Post →

Skillet Cornbread Recipe

Skillet Cornbread Recipe

There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh cornbread baking in a cast iron skillet. It’s a recipe that takes you back — warm kitchens, Sunday dinners, and the kind of simple food that feels like home. This skillet cornbread is golden on the outside, See Full Post →

Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Savory Gravy

Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Savory Gravy

This easy slow cooker pork loin recipe is juicy, flavorful, and practically cooks itself! With a simple spice rub, a quick sear for extra flavor, and a rich gravy made right in the crockpot, this dish is perfect for weeknights or Sunday dinner. Why I See Full Post →