Sunday, December 28, 2025

Better Than Starbucks Lemon Loaf Copycat Recipe

 


Photo source:  Everyday Cheapskate

"Confession time: I’m not a Starbucks coffee fan. It’s strong, burnt, and just not my thing. But that lemon loaf? Swoon. Moist, bright, and perfectly sweet-tart. When my daughter-in-law sent me this Starbucks lemon loaf copycat recipe, I was hooked. It’s every bit as good—no, better—and costs a fraction to make. Plus, it features a surprising secret ingredient that truly makes all the difference."  Comment by Everyday Cheapskate

Although I have never had the Starbucks Lemon Loaf, I love lemon cakes.  So, if Mary of Everyday Cheapskate likes the copycat recipe, I'd be inclined to give it a try.

Click here to go to Everyday Cheapskates recipe page.


Pecan Cobbler

 


Photo source:  callmepmc.com

"Rich and luscious, Pecan Cobbler is super simple to make. It is amazingly delicious, too! Pecan Pie Cobbler tastes like the best pecan pie you’ve ever had but BETTER!!"  Comment from callmepmc.com

Paula of callmepmc.com has outdone herself with this pecan cobbler.  Would be excellent right out of the oven with a cup of coffee.  Add a scoop of ice cream too.

Click here to go to the callmepmc.com recipe page.



Skillet Lasagna

 


Photo by Dotdash Meredith Food Studios for All Recipes


"This skillet lasagna is seriously easy and seriously scrumptious! Throw this recipe together in no time on any busy day, and enjoy the comfort of lasagna without all the work. Customize to your heart's desire."  Comment from All Recipes

I will be making this soon!

Click here to go to All Recipes recipe page for this quick, easy and delicious skillet dinner.





Country Potato Pancakes

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"These potato pancakes are really versatile. They can be a side dish for just about any meal or the main course for a light meal. Potato pancakes go particularly well with pork."  Comment from Taste of Home

Potato recipes always get my attention.  I've made potato pancakes and they are delicious and I love them as an appetizer or snack.  A good idea is to use leftover mashed potatoes instead of grated potatoes, but maybe they won't be as crispy.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.

Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding

 


Photo source: Simply Recipes


Since the bread pudding
starts with a can of cinnamon rolls, it falls in my category of semi-homemade which I love on a busy day.  The only thing I don't like is the eggnog and I will substitute with milk.  Looks delicious and easy!

Click here to go to the Simply Recipes recipe page.






Saturday, December 27, 2025

Farmhouse Chicken Cornbread Casserole

 

By: Blair Lonergan from The Seasoned Mom



Watch How to Make It




Click here for this delicious recipe featuring chicken and cornbread from The Seasoned Mom.







Ham & Egg Pockets

 


Photo source: Taste of Home

"From Christmas ham to the morning after, this six-ingredient recipe is a quick breakfast that can be made while the kids are still asleep. Essentially a homemade Hot Pocket, you can eat these on the go."  Comment from Taste of Home

Love these kind of recipes that utilize leftovers, crescent rolls and convenient food to take on the go that can be put in the freezer.  This one is a winner!

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.





Collection of Ham Posts from Baking to Leftover Ham Recipes UPDATED

Photo Source:  The Seasoned Mom


Baked Ham has always been on the holiday menu in my home.  Now that I am cooking for one, I still make a baked ham for myself.  The solution is either having lots of ham for delicious ham meals or buy a smaller ham.  I buy a smaller ham and still have ham leftovers.






The following is a list of videos and links to ham related content: 


How much Honey Baked Ham is needed per person?

Pineapple Glazed Ham - The Seasoned Mom



America's Test Kitchen




Mr. Make It Happen


Leftover Ham Recipes from The Kitchen Community.org

Leftover Ham Recipes from Taste of Home

Leftover Ham Recipes from The Pioneer Woman

Leftover Ham -n- Potato Casserole

Ham-and-Cheese Croquettes

Rita's Sweet Holiday Baked Ham

Double-Duty Heavenly Citrus Ham


Slow Cooker Ham from All Recipes








 

MORE TO COME!





Buttermilk Biscuit Ham Pot Pie

 


Photo source:  Taste of  Home

"This pot pie is probably the coziest way to rework leftovers. The addition of fresh fennel, tarragon and homemade biscuits really takes this dish to the next level."  Comment from Taste of Home

There is something about a pot pie topped with biscuits that I love so much.  Those biscuits look delicious and so does the whole pot pie.  The biscuit recipe is worth looking into! Looks like a winner to me.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.



Lemon Cake


Photo source: Taste of Home

"This four-layer lemon cake uses lemon juice, lemon zest, a sweet-tart lemon syrup and a lush cream cheese frosting to make sure there's a sunshiny taste of citrus in every bite."  Comment from Taste of Home

A super lemony cake with cream cheese frosting sounds like an awesome cake!!

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.





Come-Home-to-Mama Chocolate Cake

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"You’ll spend less than a half hour whipping up this cure-all cake that starts with a mix. Sour cream and chocolate pudding make it rich and moist, and chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate make it decadent comfort food at its finest."  Comment from Taste of Home

This cake would be outrageous warm out of the oven with chocolate ice cream on top.  Looks like the ultimate chocolate cake in my opinion!

Click here to go to Taste of Home recipe page.




Italian Cream Cheese Cake

 

Photo source:  Taste of Home

"Buttermilk makes every bite of this awesome Italian cream cheese cake recipe moist and flavorful. I rely on this recipe year-round."  Comment from Taste of Home

Delicious looking cake.  Buttermilk sounds interesting in this cake.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.




Lemon Ricotta Cake

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"This lemon ricotta cake recipe is a family gem that was passed down from my grandmother and mother. Garnished with shaved lemon zest, the moist four-layer cake is the perfect dessert when you want to impress."  comment from Taste of Home

That is one of the most beautiful cakes I have ever seen.  And it looks delicious.  Can't go wrong with lemon and ricotta, two of my favorite items.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.



Limoncello Cake

 


Photo source: Taste of Home

This bright and moist lemon cake is topped with a mascarpone frosting. Garnish it with lemon zest for an extra pop of color. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Love lemon cake and never had it with mascarpone frosting which sounds awesome.  Wish I had some now!

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.




Mississippi Pot Roast Slow Cooker

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"Mississippi pot roast is the perfect dish to make in the slow cooker with a chuck roast, gravy, and pepperoncini peppers. The tender, tangy shredded beef is delicious with mashed potatoes or piled into hoagie rolls."  Comment from All Recipes

I've never had this type of pot roast with the ranch dressing and that type of pepper.  Would love to try it!

Click here to go the All Recipes recipe page.




Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

 


Recipe source:  All Recipes

"This slow cooker chicken and gravy could not be easier. You'll want to serve this over hot rice or mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food dish."  Comment from All Recipes

Chicken and gravy over white rice is one of my favorite meals.  Great idea to prepare it in the slow cooker.  Love the ultimate convenience . . . if only the slow cooker did not need to be washed.  Where is the magic wand?

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page


Turkey Leftovers UPDATED

 




What to do with all the turkey leftovers?  It can be overwhelming, but you can divide them into portions to use in different recipes.  The following is a list of recipes or collections of turkey recipes.  Don't forget that chicken can be substituted with turkey on chicken recipes.

More to come!




How Long Your Leftover Turkey Will Last in the Refrigerator and Freezer

Leftover turkey melt from Everyday Cheapskate

Leftover turkey recipes from Southern Living

Turkey enchiladas from Damn Delicious

Turkey sliders from Damn Delicious

Turkey and wild rice soup from Mom on Timeout

Turkey sliders recipe from Mom on Timeout

Leftover turkey grilled cheese from No Biggie

Biscuit chicken pot pie from No Biggie

Chicken and cream cheese enchiladas from No Biggie

Leftover turkey recipes from Taste of Home

Leftover turkey tetrazzini from Taste of Home

Leftover turkey recipes from Martha Stewart

Leftover ham and cheese breakfast muffins from Jo Cooks

Leftover turkey noodle soup from Jo Cooks

Leftover turkey shepherds pie from Jo Cooks

Turkey rice casserole from Jo Cooks

Turkey Alfredo Stromboli from the Recipe Rebel

One Pot Turkey Tetrazzini from the Recipe Rebel

Creamy Turkey Shepherd’s Pie from the Recipe Rebel





Quick and Easy Pizza Dough & Gina's Garlic Bread

 


Recipe source: The Recipe Rebel

"You’ll need instant yeast, all-purpose flour, sugar, spices, and oil, as well as a large mixing bowl. No need for a stand mixer!"  Comment from The Recipe Rebel

It is easier than you think.  I have been making bread from scratch since I was a teenager learning from my nana.  Just be organized and set aside some time to get it down.  Treat it like fun because it can be.  The results are delicious.  

My favorite is my nana's garlic bread that was made like a thick pizza dough drizzled with olive oil and sliced garlic spread throughout the dough topped with parmesan and mozzarella cheese.  That is it except to bake it.  

Click here to go to the Recipe Rebel recipe page which includes different pizza variations.





Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork

 


Photo source:  Maria's Mixing Bowl

"If you love pulled pork, then you have to try this Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork. Root beer and your favorite BBQ sauce combine to create super tender pulled pork with a sauce that’s unlike anything you’ve ever had before."  Comment from Maria's Mixing Bowl

Sounds like this may be the perfect BBQ sauce since root beer is one of my favorite flavors.  Can't wait to try this recipe!  Maria always has the best ideas.

Click here to go to Maria's Mixing Bowl recipe page.


Root Beer Bundt Cake


Photo Source:  The Food Network



The sweet flavor of root beer is uniquely delicious.  The aroma of root beer takes me back to my childhood days when I could not get enough, especially if it included vanilla ice cream.  It is amazing what memories the awesome aromas of food and drinks bring out in us.

The recipe comes from the kitchen of the Food Network.  If you haven't checked out the website and you are a serious foodie, you must check it out! 

Click here to go to the recipe page.

Wouldn't this cake be awesome served warm with some ice cream?  I think so!!!