Everyday Cooking

Half-and-half is basically milk with a higher fat content. So it's easy to make your own substitute by upping the fat content of regular milk.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic powder, anise seeds, ground beef, salt, liquid smoke, black pepper, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Ricotta cheese is one of the easier cheeses to make from scratch. All it requires are 2 ingredients and a little patience.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

No fat or sugar in this version of homemade sweetened condensed milk


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with lemon extract, butter, flour, sugar, eggs, 7-Up

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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The 7&7 is a classic cocktail. Combining Seagram's 7 blended whiskey with 7-Up, this simple beverage packs a punch of flavor in every sip.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Ground cherries, also known as husk cherries, look a little like a tomatillo. They produce an orange-ish fruit that tastes somewhere between a tomato and pineapple.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Your dog will love you (even more) when you make these tasty peanut butter cookies for him! Made with honey, peanut butter, flour, egg, oil, baking soda, and oats.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Get soft towels, blankets, and clothes with this homemade fabric softener. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil for a fresh scent.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Need an easy craft idea for the kids? This recipe makes a creamy finger paint that you can tint with food coloring as needed.


Time:   under 30 minutes

These homemade croutons are perfect on salads or used in other recipes. They have an Italian flavor with a kick of cayenne.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make ahead today for a last minute dinner idea later or keep on hand to use in another recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This simple recipe nails the ratio of skim milk with the sweet stuff for a satisfying coffee creamer that can be modified to whatever seasonal flavor desires strike...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This is a simple way to make jam - in your bread machine! If you use other fruits you may have to adjust the amounts used to account for different sweetness levels.

Method:   bread machine
Time:   1-2 hours

Is there anything better than freshly baked banana bread? A great way to use up those ripe bananas in this Bisquick-based recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Much maligned rhubarb rarely gets the love it deserves, but one spoonful of this rhubarb and fig jam will change your mind on the vegetable for good.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This make-ahead recipe comes in handy on busy days.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cardamom, ground ginger, honey, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, lemon zest, vanilla bean


Time:   over 5 hours

This 11 minute strawberry jam recipe is so easy. It's the perfect way to use up fresh strawberries, and it only takes a few minutes to make.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Get ready to spread some magic on your toast with this Cranberry-Raspberry Jam, a berry blast that's all about the zing and the zang.


Time:   1-2 hours

This boozy plum jam is the perfect way to use up any extra plums you may have. The brandy in the recipe gives it a rich flavor that is perfect on toast or as a topping for pork chops.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Pancakes are just the excuse you need to have beer for breakfast. A bit of brew make these flapjacks fluffy and flavorful. Try different beers - maybe a vanilla porter or spiced holiday...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

'Tis the season for... getting sick. This home remedy will soothe your cough or sore throat, and warm you up.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with semisweet chocolate chips, butter or margarine, brown sugar, egg, baking mix, nuts

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A classic recipe for orange marmalade. It is a versatile preserve that can be used in sweet or savory dishes, or simply enjoyed on its own.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Use this homemade self-rising flour recipe for all your baking needs. Works for breads, cakes, muffins, and more.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The tangy orange flavor of the popular soda pop frozen into a creamy confection.


Time:   over 5 hours

These scrumptious sausage bites could not be easier. Sausage, cheese, and baking mix all kneaded together and baked - perfect for dipping in all sorts of your favorite sauces as an...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Microwave croutons might just be the kitchen hack you've been waiting for. Your salads will thank you.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Making your own bratwurst at home is a great way to get the exact flavor and ingredients you want. Simply grind up the meat and fat, mix in some spices, stuff the casings, and cook!


Time:   under 30 minutes

This is a great mix to keep on hand when you want to make some old-school comfort food. With the seasoning ingredients pre-measured, the recipe comes together with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This version of cola cake is different because it uses brown sugar instead of white sugar in the cake which makes the cake a little more moist.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These crisp croutons are perfect for topping a salad or bowl of soup. They are made by tossing French bread cubes with melted butter, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese before...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This delicious and easy-to-make hot spiced orange drink is perfect for cold winter days. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this flavorful beverage in minutes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

These simple biscuits are extra buttery with chilled butter mixed into the batter and melted butter brushed on top after baking.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with seasoned salt, ground turmeric, instant mashed potato flakes, powdered milk, chicken bouillon granules, dried minced onion, dried parsley, white pepper, dried thyme


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fluffy will love these homemade, cheesy cat treats. Bonus: they freeze well.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This fix and freeze French onion soup recipe has you do the hard work ahead of time. When ready to serve, all you have to do is heat the soup and add the bread and...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with milk, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, peanut butter, cake mix, peanut butter cup candies, miniature peanut butter cup candies, chocolate frosting...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Commercial baby food can contain a lot of unwanted ingredients. Make your own baby food with this easy pureed meat recipe, where you control the ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A spiced tomato jam using ripe tomatoes and aromatic spices. Great for canning and preserving seasonal flavors. Add to sandwiches or serve with cheese for a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is a great substitute for the packaged taco seasoning you buy at the store. This version has extra "beefy" flavor. Use anytime you need a little Mexican flavor...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Skip the packaged mixes, they are overpriced! Make your frosting mix so your kids will always have it on hand when they feel like baking in their Easy-Bake Oven.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with jalapeno peppers, red bell pepper, cider vinegar, sugar, dried apricots, liquid pectin, red food coloring

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Add a sweet finish to your desserts with this frosting recipe, a creamy, versatile topping that can be prepared in advance and stored for in the freezer for up to 2 months.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Save that spa money! A pumice stone and a simple solution of baking soda and sea salt are all you need for a naturally effective method of callous removal.


Time:   under 30 minutes

What is easier than sloppy joes? Sloppy joes made ahead of time. Freeze the saucy ground beef mixture, and when ready to cook just heat, and eat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Want sweetened whipped cream with an extra special touch? (hint: it's vanilla!) Try this recipe for a delicious dessert topping that can be made in minutes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Is there a more classic look than a bright red maraschino cherry garnishing a hot-fudge sundae? Make the cherries en masse at home so you can top off sundaes and garnish...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Making your own peanut butter is so easy, so much tastier than store bought, and limitless in customization options.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This rich brown stock can be used as a soup base, or in any recipe calling for beef broth or stock.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Easy dog cookies that your dog will love! Make them even more fun by using bone, dog, or cat cookie cutters.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The classic combo of rhubarb and strawberry in a chunky freezer jam. Perfect on toast, english muffins, pancakes, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

If you're looking to add a homemade touch to your beverages, this recipe for homemade grenadine is a fantastic choice. It offers a natural alternative to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

The cost of store-bought dishwasher detergents can really add up, especially if you need a large quantity to keep your dishes clean and sparkling.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This almost maple syrup is still way closer than most store-bought syrups. It's made with actual sugar instead of corn syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Impossibly delicious? Impossible to resist? Any way you slice it, it's very possible that this lasagna-inspired dish could become of your favorites.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Almond paste is easier than you think to make yourself. Who knew that ground up almonds and sugar could be so delicious? If you bake, you'll find yourself using it...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours