Everyday Cooking

Don't buy Italian sausage for a recipe, make it. This authentic pork sausage has fennel seeds, paprika, and thyme for flavors that'll beat store bought Italian sausage any day...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This mocha creamer recipe offers a no-fuss way to enjoy flavored coffee without the need for store-bought options.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Why are you still out there buying croutons? Bread brushed with oil and dusted with smoked paprika bakes into crunchy, salad-improving croutons faster than you...

Method:   air fryer, roaster oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A beefy version of pigs in a blanket. Savory meatballs are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Makes a great appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Take your dry cornbread, cut into bite size, give a coat of butter and bake until crispy. Your soups and salads just got a new side kick.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Dive into the world of essential oils. Lavender oil is a great one, just mix it with water in a spray bottle and voila! You have a wonderfully fragrant, relaxing...


Time:   2-5 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

Looking for a unique way to use those extra onions? This onion loaf combines sliced onions, milk, and pancake mix for an interesting twist.

Method:   oven, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Imagine the wagging tails as you whip up these delightful apple-infused dog treats. With just a few simple ingredients, your furry friend will be eating like royalty.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This sweet and tangy cola sauced chicken can be slow cooked in a crock pot or oven-baked.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Letting the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice flavors meld overnight not only improves the flavor but it makes the canning process less exhausting.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Classic family-style casserole. A can of mushroom soup cuts down on the ingredients and time involved so you can spend less time with the casserole and more time with the family...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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

Keep this Easy-Bake Oven chocolate cake mix on hand so the kids can whip up their own chocolate cakes anytime they like. Just add water and bake!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy make-ahead mix for the Hasbro Easy-Bake Oven for kids. You can use other drink mix powder for even more flavor variations.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, mushroom stems, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A fun craft for kids, that they can eat too. The clay won't harden completely so it's fun to mold into shapes and decorate with dried fruit or cereal.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a fun and easy way to spice up your morning cup of joe? Try one of these flavored coffee mixes. You can mix and match the flavors to create your own custom...


Time:   under 30 minutes

A homemade carpet spot cleaner recipe is an easy and affordable way to get your carpets looking new again. Made with just 3 simple ingredients that you may already have in your...


Time:   under 30 minutes

You'll be a superstar at your next party with these wings. Root beer, liquid smoke, and ginger combine for a unique marinade and sauce that gives these wings an...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with salt, sugar, nonfat dry milk, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, almonds, baking powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

A simple two ingredient moisturizing mask for your hands or feet.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Roux is a key ingredient in many classic French dishes and sauces like etouffee and bechamel. Roux is simply equal parts flour and fat that are cooked together.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A good powdered coffee creamer is never a bad thing to have on hand. This malted blend is a major improvement on plain store-bought creamer.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This colored sugar is so easy to make, and has so much potential for amazing desserts. Just a few drops of food coloring and you can beautifully decorate cakes, cookies and other...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Want to keep those beautiful flowers around a little longer? Use this homemade drying formula to preserve them for years.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This baking mix is perfect for people who are gluten-intolerant or have celiac disease (or who are just avoiding gluten).


Time:   under 30 minutes

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 recipe is a win-win. Use up your day old bread; get a crunchy salad topping to boot. Bread and butter is all you need for these crispy broiled croutons.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Building a gingerbread house with the whole family is a great way to create lasting memories. The recipe provides very detailed instructions on every step.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

These minty ice cubes are perfect in iced tea or cocktails. They add a little color to the drink and release a light fresh mint flavor as they melt.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with crushed pineapple, blueberries or blackberries, ice cubes, fruit-flavored low-fat yogurt


Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe works great in a whipped cream dispenser if you have one. If not, simply mix the ingredients with a hand mixer until fluffy and then drop by spoonfuls onto the...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fruit-flavored gelatin, water, fruit-flavored yogurt, frozen whipped topping, graham cracker pie shell


Time:   2-5 hours

Add a little holiday fragrance with this easy to make recipe for potpourri. The combination of orange and lemon peels, cloves, allspice, cinnamon, and bay leaves will...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with fresh huckleberries, lime, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Get into the holiday spirit with this simple recipe. Simmer cloves, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg in water on the stove for a wonderful scent that will fill the house.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Edible flowers can be found in the produce section of most large grocery stores these days and are specifically labeled as being for culinary uses.


Time:   2-5 hours

A twist on the famous beer can chicken. In this version, a whole chicken, rubbed in spices, cooks right on top of a half-full soda can and comes out perfectly moist.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

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

Looking for a fun rainy-day project with the kids? With this homemade version of playdough you can create your own colorful crafts and art pieces.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This homemade hand lotion recipe is perfect for those with sensitive skin. The lotion is unscented, but you can add your favorite essential oil to give it a pleasant scent.


Time:   under 30 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

Clay body wraps are one of the most popular types of body treatments. They help to remove toxins from the body, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter extract, vanilla extract, coconut extract, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

If you're looking to brighten up your mornings, this blue raspberry jam is the way to go. It's fruity, sweet, and perfect for spreading happiness on toast.

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

Curious about loquats and what you can do with them? This jelly is a fantastic introduction to their delicious potential.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These loaded apple and pecan cinnamon pancakes are what dreams are made of. Well, if your dreams are breakfast related (and after a couple of these flapjacks, they probably...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking to jazz up your peanut butter? This spread is delicious on a sandwich, bagels, stuffed in celery, or of course, just eaten from a spoon.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Crescent rolls baked with sloppy Joe filling make a great lunch, appetizer, or late night snack food.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The best part about this soap is that it's gentle enough for even the most delicate paint job, but tough enough to handle the toughest grime. So go ahead and give it a try - your car...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

These spareribs are slow cooked until they are wonderfully tender. The glaze is a mixture of ketchup and cola which gives them a tang with a hint of sweetness.

Method:   outdoor grill, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Make bath time a colorful adventure with homemade bath paint. Using just liquid soap and food coloring, this fun and washable paint brings creative play to the tub.


Time:   under 30 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

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

Have ants? This DIY, natural remedy will take care of those ants for you. No chemicals involved, just bay leaves, salt, and water so it's safe around kids and pets.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes