I love eating corn on the cob! Check out what my pals over at Hugs and Cupcakes had to say about this amazing roasted corn recipe:

“This most amazing oven roasted corn is outrageous!  It’s almost hard to believe because it is so ridiculously simple to make, as well!  This has now become a regular rotation in our dinner menus at home.  Hot out of the oven, you must top it off with some butter, salt, and pepper and it’s absolutely heavenly!  Eat it fresh from the oven but don’t just stop there! I love to cut the kernels off the cob and use them in fresh salads and homemade chicken pot pies.”

Recipe and photo courtesy of Hugs and Cupcakes.

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Quick Tip: You may season your corn with any combination of spices that you see fit.

Check out what my friends over at Hugs and Cupcakes had to say about this phenomenal pineapple upside down cheesecake recipe:

“If you love cheesecake and pineapple upside down cake then this is a no-brainer!  It began with my favorite cheesecake…the one from the famous restaurant Juniors!  I let the cheesecake chill completely.  I even made it two days before serving because it holds up that well!  Then I prepared my pineapple upside down cake.  I let it cool at room temp and then transferred it directly on top of the cheesecake! Perfect fit. I chilled that overnight and served straight from the fridge. Perfection. This is such a great dessert because you can prepare it days in advance!  Feel free to just use the pineapple upside down cake recipe without the cheesecake too!”

Recipe and photo courtesy of Hugs and Cupcakes.

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Quick Tip: You may use fresh or canned pineapple rings for this fabulous dessert.

What’s not to love about fresh cherry cobbler? This dessert is so simple to make, and it’ll put a smile on everyone’s face, guaranteed. These particular cherries were picked from a friend’s backyard and made into this delicious dessert that you see before you.

Now, if you’re anything like me, you probably enjoy scarfing down any cobbler, not just cherry. I find that this particular treat pairs well with a hearty scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. On a hot day, serve this cobbler with either ice cream or a dollop of Cool Whip for the perfect after-dinner dessert. Both young and old will get a kick out of eating fresh cherries engulfed in a crumbly pastry crust.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Krista Stanton.

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Quick Tip: This dessert can be served both piping hot or chilled.

Check out what my friends over at The Pioneer Woman had to say about this amazing mashed potato recipe:

“I love me some mashed potatoes. You can safely say I’m obsessed with any kind of potatoes, honestly. Tell me I’m not the only one! For the holidays, for special occasions, and to go along with any good comfort food meal, potatoes have to be involved.

For this recipe, I tried heavy cream instead of milk to bring the mashed potatoes together, and it makes them heavenly! Recently, at a restaurant, I had some mashed potatoes that were so creamy and smooth but not watery. I wondered if it was heavy cream and after trying it out, I know for sure it was! This is the only way I’ll make mashed potatoes from now on.”

Recipe courtesy of The Pioneer Woman.

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Quick Tip: For best results, use whole milk instead of skim or 2%.

Cornbread is a staple in the south. It’s like one of the main food groups. I think they’re fried chicken, sweet tea, collard greens and cornbread! I’m kidding, but seriously that right there is the perfect southern meal. I’ve had some less than satisfying versions of this side, but this one takes the cake.

I’m thinking it’s the slow cooking that makes it so moist and flavorful. I’ve found my slow cooker is an amazing kitchen tool, especially for hot summer days. Anyone that puts it away for the hot months is totally missing out! Give it a try and you’ll be a believer.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Wanna Bite.

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Quick Tip: Did you know you can whip up some homemade butter in a mason jar? It goes perfect on this cornbread!

I have to favorite dishes when we order Chinese. Sweet and Sour, and Teriyaki. I’ve already made the Sweet and Sour in my crock so I was anxious to make teriyaki. I found this recipe at one of my favorite sites and knew it’d be a keeper.

I ended up using chicken drummies because I still had a big bag from when we grilled them out over the weekend. They worked perfectly! I would imagine you can also use chicken pieces but this is what I had on hand. I love how simple it is to throw together and it has all the flavor I wanted and more!

Recipe and photo courtesy of A Year of Slow Cooking.

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Quick Tip: Throw in a can of pineapple chunks for a whole new dimension of flavor.

You’ve likely heard of risotto, but maybe haven’t even tried to make it. I’ve heard famous Chef Ramsay talk about it on his show Hell’s Kitchen and it seems like it’s hard to master. I happened upon this recipe, though, for crockpot risotto. Since everything is simpler in the crock I decided to give it a try.

I’m glad because it was SO delish! While this recipe uses shredded Swiss cheese rather than the traditional Parmesan, I think it tastes just as amazing as what I’ve had in restaurants. I will happily make this for my family and friends. Just remember not to stir in the cheese until it’s finished cooking. Enjoy!

Recipe and photo courtesy of A Year of Slow Cooking.

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Quick Tip: Want to try Parmesan? Go for it! Your risotto will be classic.