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This Slow-Cooker Blackberry Cobbler makes for a lovely summer dessert.  It may not be the way that your grandmother made it, but adapting it to the slow-cooker makes it very low-hassle and accessible to the person on the go.  Enjoy this fruity and delicious helping of Southern comfort the easy way.

I have fond memories of eating this tasty dessert during those famously hot and humid summers on the Gulf Coast.  There were some really good-sized blackberry bushes behind where I lived as a teen, and if the neighbor kids and I were willing to take the time to pick them (you had to be careful to check for snakes and not scratch yourself on the brambles), we were rewarded for our efforts with a nice helping of blackberry cobbler that my next-door neighbor would make for all of us.

Of course, she made it the old-fashioned way, but I was eager to break out the Crock-Pot and give this recipe a go.  I was very pleased with the results.

Recipe and photo courtesy of  Crock-Pot Ladies

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Quick tip: Use a paper towel under the lid of your slow cooker, to absorb excess moisture.

An Easy But Delicious Finger Food Recipe

These Easy Cheesy Potato Skins are about as simple an appetizer to make as there is, but you will love the flavor! The bacon (and green onion, if you choose to include it) add a nice texture contrast in addition to giving the appetizer more mouth-watering flavor depth. These are great for parties and at-home snacking. Who doesn’t like some tasty finger food now and then?  I certainly do.  Though these potato skins make for an excellent party appetizer, they are more than easy enough to make for everyday snacking.

The kids will love them, I assure you. They’re great by themselves, but with a simple dip, they make for a nice small meal.  And you won’t have to deal with any complicated prep–no elaborate scooping or any other such medium.

Basically, just slice a few things, and the oven does the rest of the work for you.

Recipe and photo courtesy of  I Heart Naptime

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Quick tip: Instead of cheddar you can use your favorite cheese!

This White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake is a true classic.  The mix of light tartness with soft, creamy sweetness is sure to delight chocolate and fruit lovers alike, and the raspberry swirl is quite visually pleasing, as well.

I really enjoy mixing my fruit with my chocolate.  And though I will indulge in a bit of the darker variety, now and then, something about that white chocolate flavor has always really enticed me.  This cheesecake recipe was right down my alley.  You will often see white chocolate raspberry cheesecake offered by gourmet fine dining establishments, and it isn’t difficult to see why.

I know that raspberry is a bit tart for many people, but the white chocolate and that cheesecake creaminess really balance it well.  It makes for a nice contrast that really pleases the taste buds.

Recipe and photo courtesy of CindyAnn at All Recipes

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Quick tip: If raspberries are out of the question for you, you could always use strawberries instead.

You’re In For A Delicious Surprise With This Incredible Lasagna!

It may not be traditional, but this Cajun Lasagna may well be the best lasagna that I have ever had!  The five-cheese blend really hits the spot, and a clever choice of meat makes for a nicely balanced flavor that isn’t too grease-heavy.

Every time I look at that photo, it makes me want to bring out my pots and pans to make this immediately! I hadn’t had lasagna in ages when I tried out this recipe, as much as I love it.  Lasagna isn’t exactly known as an easy dish to make.  I am so glad that I took the plunge, though!

This recipe really makes for a cheese-lover’s and pasta-lover’s delight.  You will have to allow for a good chunk of time in the kitchen (it takes about two hours to cook), but if you have that time to spare, I assure you that it is well worth it.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Creole Contessa

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Quick tip: Make a double batch and freeze the other one to have a tasty meal ready when you don’t have time for cooking!

Love steak?  Love cheese?  Then you’ll love this Philly Cheese Steak Dip!  It has all of the great flavors of the classic original dish in convenient appetizer form.  I certainly can’t get enough of steak and cheese so this recipe is the perfect way to combine two of my very favorites. And it’s not nearly as difficult as you’d think!

I think that I have had some variant of the Philly cheese steak far more often than I have ever had the original dish.  It is great as part of a sub or other heavy sandwich.  It is great on pizza, too–great on a lot of things, really.  This recipe serves it up in extra-creamy dip form.  I loved how it came out, and so have my family and friends! I’ve been asked for this recipe so many times that I decided to print some out to have them at hand the next time someone asks for it!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Dinners, Dishes & Desserts

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Quick tip: Serve with toasted bread cubes or tortilla chips!