If you’re like me, eating broccoli might seem more like a torture session than a time of nourishment. I am not a fan of the little “green trees,” but as a mom, I know I need to set a good example and wolf them down now and then. That’s why I am so thankful I came across this recipe for broccoli cheese soup!

Instead of going at it alone, I get to eat my broccoli as they swim in a sea of savory cheese and spices! Talk about relief. My entire family loves eating this easy-to-make soup, especially when the weather is particularly chilly. That’s why I freeze a lot of my summer broccoli harvest. It’s great to taste the essence of summer during the fall and winter. You can also use broccoli from the farmer’s market or grocery store.

Recipe courtesy of Food Network.

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Quick Tip: Get creative with the cheeses that you use in this recipe. The sky is the limit. I enjoy using Velveeta and extra-sharp cheddar.

Do you ever want your daily dose of fruit but snacking on an apple or a handful of berries just doesn’t like your kind of party? Well, you should definitely give this blackberry cobbler recipe a shot, then! I simply fell in love with this berry delight of goodness, and so did my family.

Sweet, plump blackberries smothered in a rich syrupy sauce topped with buttery crumble crust is the way I like to eat my fruit. Yes, this dessert does have some sugar in it, but let’s be honest, we can all handle a bit of extra sweetness in our day, right? There is nothing complex about this recipe at all. It’s easy to make and only contains five ingredients!

Recipe courtesy of The Pioneer Woman.

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Quick Tip: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the top of your cobbler for dessert a la mode.

Have you got your garden planted yet? I finally got my seedlings going by the window in my home. Soon, they’ll be transplanted to the outdoor garden. i cannot wait for bushels upon bushels of fresh produce. Do you know what I do with all of that produce? I make salsa!

Nothing beats garden fresh salsa that tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant. Not tooting my own horn, but I believe my salsa tastes better than any you can buy at the store. Red, ripe tomatoes, crisp onions, and bright bell peppers all intermingling together in a bowl to make a wonderful dip for your tortilla chips. Yum! What veggies do you enjoy tossing into your salsa pot?

Recipe courtesy of The Pioneer Woman.

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Quick Tip: Turn up the heat on your salsa by adding in a variety of hot peppers like jalapeno, ghost, and habanero.

Summer is quickly approaching and with it comes slews of picnics, BBQs, and garden parties. What will you be serving at these get-togethers? One of my favorite things to eat at a picnic are the side dishes, especially macaroni salad. When I came across this recipe for mac salad and chicken, I was head-over-heels happy!

Macaroni salad in itself is a staple picnic food, however, when you toss some shredded chicken into the bowl, it becomes more than a side dish. It becomes a meal. I honestly could scarf on chicken macaroni salad and nothing else (maybe some dessert) because it’s so filling. Shreds of tender chicken breast intermingled with pasta and a mayo sauce is my kind of comfort food!

Recipe courtesy of A Lot Of Recipes.

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Quick Tip: After salad has chilled in the refrigerator for a few hours, re-moisten it with a bit of mayo and some milk, if needed.

Man, am I ever glad I came across this recipe. It’s more of a life hack, really. Have you ever needed to make baked potatoes but you were low on space in your oven? I know I’ve run into this problem time and time again during holiday dinners and family gatherings. Then, I came across this idea.

I bet you didn’t know this, but you can cook baked potatoes in your crock pot! Yes, it’s going tot ake a little longer than your oven, but it saves a whole lot of space. All you do is start the potatoes in the morning and by the time the rest of your meal is done, your spuds will be soft and piping hot. It’s a genius idea! My mother turned her nose up at this recipe…until she tried it for herself. Her nose promptly pointed south.

Recipe courtesy of Food.

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Quick Tip: Make sure to prick small holes in the potatoes with a fork or toothpick. This allows the steam to escape.

This Millionaire Pie Is Prepared In 5 Minutes!

Now and then I like to pretend that I’m on “The Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” and Robin Leech and I are having dinner together on a yacht. Yes, I admit, I’m a bit of a dreamer. Alas, I am not a millionaire, but I’ve found a pie recipe that makes me feel like I am for a moment. This lovely dessert is called “Millionaire Pie” and it is to die for. It’s a cream pie packed with maraschino cherries, pineapples, and coconut. Each bite is fluffy and filled with heavenly goodness.

I typically take this dessert with me to baby or bridal showers because it’s so pretty to look at. It is almost to0 gorgeous to eat…almost. Plus, try taking this pie away from a pregnant mama. Don’t even try it!

You’ll be amazed at how easy this dessert is to make. It looks like only a seasoned pastry chef could pull such a delicious masterpiece off but anyone can do it. Enjoy!

Recipe courtesy of Spend With Pennies (how ironic is that?! lol)

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Quick Tip: Make sure you have extra whipped topping for garnish.

Well, folks, it’s that time a day again; dinnertime. It’s the point in the day where you realize you haven’t prepped, planned, or prepared anything yet. You don’t have time to toss a roast in the oven or fry up those pork chops you have in the freezer (keyword being “freezer”). What do you do? You make this fantastic casserole.

Tatertot casserole has been a family favorite meal in my household for years. It’s easy to make and very filling. My kids and husband gobble this casserole up like they are death row inmates savoring their last meal. If there are any leftovers, well, let’s just say they taste amazing the next day. All you have to do is brown the burger, toss in the veggies, and mix the soup to get started on this great meal.

Recipe courtesy of Tip Hero.

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Quick Tip: If you don’t wish to use ground beef, swap it out for ground turkey. I actually prefer using ground turkey as it produces less grease during baking.