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57 Easy Cake Recipes for Last-Minute Entertaining
Start with a mix or make the whole thing from scratch—it takes just 15 minutes (or less!) of hands-on time to whip up each one of these deliciously easy cakes. Yes, you can make cakes like coconut cake or angel food cake in just 15 minutes! The hardest part: waiting for dessert.
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Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie
For my mother's birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma,...
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Baked Crab Dip
We enjoyed this exquisite crab dip at my grandson's wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You...
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Cast-Iron Skillet Steak
If you’ve never cooked steak at home before, it can be a little intimidating. That’s why I came up with...
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Homemade Chocolate Pudding
This delightful pudding is always a treat and easy to whip up using common pantry ingredients. I usually top the...
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Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
You’ll love this quick, easy and economical dish. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, both for traditional sandwiches on...
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Easy Fudge
A microwave and a can of sweetened condensed milk are the dynamic duo that will help you make our easy...
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Nectarine Cobbler
This nectarine cobbler comes together in a snap with no need to make the fruity filling separately. Just add the...
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Vegan Peach Cobbler
This vegan peach cobbler is a dairy-free twist on a classic summertime favorite. With juicy peaches, a cinnamon-infused filling and...
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Raspberry Cobbler
Our easy-to-follow raspberry cobbler recipe perfectly blends tangy raspberries and a buttery crisp crust. This dessert is both quick and...
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Cabbage Casserole
This cabbage casserole uses a head of cabbage, cream of mushroom soup and Velveeta to make a bread crumb-topped dish...
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German Apple Pancake
A sweet spiced treat that can pair as well with bacon or sausage as it can with ice cream, this...
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Manhattan Clam Chowder
I typically serve this chowder with a tossed salad and hot rolls. It is easy to make and tastes wonderful...
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Peanut Butter Mousse
This no-bake, easy peanut butter mousse is decadent and creamy. Plus, if you're in a pinch, you probably have all...
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Rhubarb Cobbler
Tart rhubarb transforms into a sweet summertime dessert with this rhubarb cobbler recipe. Hot tip: It's even better when served...
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Pumpkin Cobbler
Cozy up to the flavors of fall with our pumpkin cobbler. This simple dessert combines the classic taste of pumpkin...
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White Balsamic Vinaigrette
This white balsamic vinaigrette is creamy, flavorful and best of all, easy to make. Serve it drizzled over a bed...
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Easy Whiskey Sour
There are so many ways to make this whiskey sour recipe your own. With or without frothy egg whites? Served...
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Virgin Pina Colada
This easy blender virgin pina colada recipe is a family favorite on a hot day. It creates a nonalcoholic mocktail...
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Lemon Dump Cake
Lemon lovers, rejoice: Four-ingredient lemon dump cake with cream cheese is one of the easiest desserts you'll ever make. You...
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Banana Daiquiri
We make our frozen banana daiquiri with fresh bananas, coconut milk, lime juice, simple syrup and rum. After one sip...
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Brandy Alexander
Brandy Alexander is a heavenly dessert cocktail, perfect for a cozy night in. It's made with brandy, crème de cacao...
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Easy Red Sangria
This red sangria recipe makes a whole pitcher of fruity wine punch to share with friends on a hot summer...
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Mudslide
The mudslide is made with vodka, Irish cream liqueur and coffee liqueur. Classic shaken versions include heavy cream, but we...
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Vesper Martini
Made with gin, vodka and Lillet blanc, you don't need to be a British Secret Service agent to enjoy a...
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Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Dressing
Love that creamy, sweet, tangy Olive Garden salad dressing? Us too! Here's the ultimate copycat recipe for the popular salad...
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Lemon Drop Martini
Shake up a punchy lemon drop martini for a citrus-style twist on the classic cocktail. Garnish with a lemon twist...
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Green Tea Shots
This green tea shot recipe is a party favorite for a reason! We'll show you how to make green tea...
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White Tea Shots
Kick off your next party with this sweet, citrusy white tea shot recipe—or pour the drink into a cocktail glass...
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Pear Martini
A pear martini as balanced as this is meant to be sipped slowly. Right away you’ll taste notes of pear...
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Watermelon Mojito
The classic mojito gets a refreshing upgrade with freshly-muddled watermelon.