Category: Food Made Simple
FOOD MADE SIMPLE
Cooking delicious, budget-friendly meals shouldn’t have to be complicated. Find simple family-friendly meals that come together fast, no-cook freezer meals that can be assembled in minutes, and easy recipes that use 5 ingredients or less. All our recipes are field-tested in our LWSL test kitchen.
FOOD MADE SIMPLE
Cooking delicious, budget-friendly meals shouldn’t have to be complicated. Find simple family-friendly meals that come together fast, no-cook freezer meals that can be assembled in minutes, and easy recipes that use 5 ingredients or less. All our recipes are field-tested in our LWSL test kitchen.
FOOD MADE SIMPLE TOPICS:
5 INGREDIENTS OR LESS
MAIN COURSE
SIDES & STARTERS
DESSERT
BREAKFAST
MEAL PLANNING
The Ultimate Thanksgiving Menu (Plus Everything You Need to Make it Happen)
Looking for the ultimate Thanksgiving menu? We’ve got you covered! We’ve even included a shopping list and a ready-to-print version of the entire plan (including all the recipes)!
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Stress Free Roast Turkey: The Foolproof Recipe You’ve Been Waiting For
Few endeavors in the kitchen feel more intimidating than your first Thanksgiving turkey. Luckily, help is here! Use this detailed, step-by-step tutorial to walk you through preparing the most perfect moist and juicy roast turkey from start to finish, including the stuffing and the gravy to serve with it.
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12 Make Ahead Appetizers Your Guests Will Go Crazy For
Throwing a party? These 12 make ahead appetizers can be made in advance or thrown in the crockpot on the day of your party and are sure to wow your guests!
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Creamy Corn Casserole
It’s hard to find a side dish that even the pickiest eaters will embrace, but this Creamy Corn Casserole with crushed Ritz Cracker topping definitely does the trick. It’s easy, delicious and always a hit–your new holiday go-to recipe!
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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
A word of warning–once you’ve tried these incredible Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes, no other sweet potatoes will ever quite compare! They’re not only utterly delicious (not to mention semi-addicting) and also a complete show-stopper for your Thanksgiving dinner.
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How To Make a Perfect Pie Crust (Our Best Tips + The Easiest Recipes Ever!)
While it might seem intimidating, mastering the flakiest, most delicious homemade pie crust is actually a snap! Don’t miss these step-by-step instructions for how to make the perfect pie crust!
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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zoodles (20-Minute Keto-Friendly Recipe!)
A delicious Keto-friendly meal that comes together in less than 20 minutes? Yes, please! This oh-so-easy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zoodles is fancy enough for guests, but fast enough for every day. Best of all, it’s absolutely DELICIOUS & sure to please even the pickiest of eaters!
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5 Ingredient Pear Tart (It’s Fast, Easy & Delicious!)
Ready for fall dessert that doesn’t involve any pumpkins? Not only does this insanely amazing Pear Tart come together fast (less than 40 minutes from start to finish) AND call for just 5 easy ingredients, it’s absolutely DELICIOUS! Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a sweet treat your whole family will love!
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Buffalo Chicken Soup (Easy Freezer to Slow-Cooker Recipe!)
With just a few budget-friendly easy ingredients, this ridiculously delicious slow-cooker Buffalo Chicken Soup comes together in minutes, then freezes beautifully until you’re ready to throw it in the crockpot, no pre-cooking, pre-soaking, or thawing required. It seriously could not be any easier! My family gave it rave reviews & I guarantee yours will too!
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5 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins (So Easy, SO Delicious!)
Craving big fall flavor without much effort? These ridiculously easy Pumpkin Muffins come together in minutes using just FIVE basic ingredients. Seriously–they could not be any simpler….or more delicious!
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Easy Butternut Squash Lasagna
Craving comfort food that feels like fall? Our mouthwatering Butternut Squash Lasagna is it! It comes together fast with no-boil lasagna noodles and practically melts in your mouth with buttery-cheesy-deliciousness! It’s a budget-friendly, all-in-one meal the whole family will love!
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10 Essential Pantry Staples to Always Keep on Hand
A well-stocked pantry can be a lifesaver, allowing you to whip up budget-friendly meals on the fly, no pre-planning required! If you’ve ever wondered what you need to stock up on, you will not want to miss this helpful list of 10 pantry staples to always keep on hand!
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Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dip (Easy 5 Ingredient Recipe!)
Bring on the pumpkin spice! This ridiculously easy Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dip will give you all the flavors of fall with (almost) none of the effort. It’s no bake, one bowl, just 5 ingredients, comes together in minutes, and is absolutely to-die-for delicious! Perfect for parties or just because!
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Supercharge Your Meals: 8 Foods That Will Give You More Energy Right Now, and How to Add Them to Your Menu
Looking to supercharge your meals? These 8 superfoods will give you more energy right now! Here’s how to add them to your menu.
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Easy Bloomin’ Apple
Looking for a last minute dessert recipe to wow your friends? With just 5 easy ingredients and less than 10 minutes of prep, this oh-so-delicious Bloomin’ Apple only looks complicated. Get all of the flavor of apple pie with non of the effort!
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Maple Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon with Potatoes and Green Beans
Looking for a quick dinner recipe that uses just 5 ingredients? This Maple Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon with Potatoes and Green Beans is so easy and delicious!
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PB&J Energy Bites
Need a healthy way of keeping your energy up all day long? These ridiculously easy PB&J Energy Bites pack a powerful punch, and with just four simple ingredients, they come together fast! Perfect for popping in your purse or your kids’ lunch bags, these Energy Bites are just the thing to keep you going strong!
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Spinach & Sausage One Pot Pasta (Easy Freezer-to-Slow Cooker Recipe!)
Simple, hearty, and delicious, this easy spinach & sausage one pot pasta dish is the perfect way to get dinner on the table in record time! It comes together in minutes and is freezer friendly too!
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How to Simplify Your Meal Planning Routine
Dreading dinnertime again? Meal planning is easy and will help you get ahead. Don’t miss these ten helpful tips for simple meal planning!
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Easy Lasagna Soup
Looking for a hearty meal that the whole family will love? This Lasagna Soup recipe tastes great, uses simple, easy-to-find ingredients, and can be made in an hour or less! Did we mention it’s a perfect recipe for the Instant Pot, too?
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5 Ingredient Creamy Italian Chicken
Need a simple dinner solution for busy weeknights? With this quick & easy freezer meal you can have dinner on the table is less than 30 minutes! Also perfect for your crock pot or Instant pot!
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