I hate the mornings.  And it’s sad because the mornings truly are such a peaceful time.  You know when you wake up earlier than anyone else in the house, and it’s just…. Quiet.  You can sit by your favorite window and enjoy a book, or perhaps lounge in the kitchen and listen to your favorite radio show?

Those are my favorite kinds of mornings.  It takes a lot to motivate me to get up in the morning, but these muffins consistently do it.  When I make these the night before, I know I’ve got something great waiting for me in the kitchen.  I pop them in the microwave for about 15 seconds while I prepare a drink.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Heidi Washington.

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Quick Tip – If you use frozen blueberries, be sure to thaw them first so there’s not too much liquid in the batter.

So you have guests arriving early. Thank goodness you found this recipe, and decided to prepare a few dishes ahead of time! Pillsbury is notorious for easy recipes, and this one is no exception. Most of these ingredients can already be found in your kitchen. If you aren’t partial to blue cheese, fresh mozzarella can be a suitably creamy substitute. You can also use pecans, instead of walnuts, or any other nut you prefer (there may already be some at your party)!

These mini cheesecakes are the perfect make-ahead appetizers because they can be served warm or cold. Even if you make them ahead and decide you want to serve them warm, you can just reheat them in the microwave for about 30 seconds at a time until warm. But I guarantee they are just as delicious when served cold!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Pillsbury

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Quick tip: If you have leftover pie dough, this recipe is perfect for cleaning up the scraps.

This Sloppy Joe Casserole recipe is a classic, hearty American meal, made into an easy (and easy-to-eat) form. And you can put it together in half an hour. Imagine that, dinner ready in less than 45 minutes without a huge mess to clean up afterward. Genius! More time for you to just sit back and relax after a busy weekday.

I did like sloppy joes as a kid. (Hey, some meals just transcend gender.) I do remember there being VERY messy, though, and that is probably why they were only an occasional rather than regular meal for me, growing up. Turns out, you can have all of that great flavor in a much cleaner casserole form.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cravings of a Lunatic

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Quick Tip: I sometimes toss in a can of sweet corn to give this casserole a boost of texture.

It’s safe to say that this recipe for Baked Ham & Cheese Party Wraps is meant for sharing. As-is, the recipe makes a dozen delicious wraps, topped with a delicious sweet & savory glaze. And especially considering that it’s party food (or VERY hearty snack food), it’s not exactly the most involved recipe in the world.

Ham and cheese makes for a good combination for a simple lunch or for party food. You may not bother with simple sandwiches again, though, once you see how easy it is to put these packed swirls of deliciousness. You can also very easily change the recipe a bit each time you make these – add some of your favorite fresh herbs, or use a little hot sauce in the glaze for a spicier touch!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kevin & Amanda

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Quick tip: Use your favorite sliced cheese for these!

If you’re like me and you enjoy a thin crust pizza, this Homemade Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza may be just what you are looking for. It’s neither difficult nor very time-consuming to make but very tasty!

There’s no need to settle for the basic store-bought options and you’ll save a lot of money making this yourself, instead of paying all the expenses of pizza delivery. Many people think it takes forever to make their own pizza and that’s why they opt for takeout. But you’d be surprised how easy it is to make this! Try this and you’ll never go back again!

The last time that I had Domino’s pizza, I really enjoyed their chicken bacon ranch pizza. This is not a common indulgence for me, however, because pizza goes far too quickly in my household to be worth the cost of delivery, these days. Needless to say, I was eager to try this homemade version, and I have to say that it turned out well.

Recipe and photo courtesy of  Cupcake Diaries.

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Quick tip: Add your favorite toppings to get new flavors every time you make this!

I am totally speechless. I cannot believe that I never thought of this before! What a great idea to have breakfast on a pizza! It sounds so wrong and sooo right at the same time…

This recipe uses ham and bacon, which are delicious, but you could add or substitute with a good breakfast sausage, as well. Actually, the possibilities are endless:  You could use turkey bacon or sausage for a healthier alternative or basically add anything else that goes in your favorite omelette.

Add veggies to make this a lighter breakfast – mushrooms and sliced bell peppers work really well in this dish. I might even try broccoli! And if you come up with the ultimate, mouthwatering, perfect version, please share in the comments!

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Quick Tip: This is perfect for those picky teenagers who never want to eat breakfast before school!