December 2021 | Life with Janet

Cheesy Crockpot Potato Soup

Soup season is one of my favorite times of the year, and this recipe is just what you need to get the season started! When potatoes, chicken broth, and cheese…

Why make brownies from a box mix when you probably already have everything you need? These homemade brownies have incredible textures and flavors as boxed brownies, but without processed ingredients.…

FIREBALL FUDGE

Holidays coming ahead, and everyone at the house is demanding a delicious dessert. Why don't you prefer the fireball fudge recipe? Believe me! It tastes so delicious. The ingredient list…

BUTTER PECAN FUDGE

Want to send a tasty gift to your neighbours? Why don't try butter pecan fudge! Toasted pecans add not only flavour but yummy texture as well. You can also store…

Easy Sopapilla Cheesecake

Cheese is love, and when is served in sopapillas, it is crazy. Cooking sopapillas is fun. You have cinnamon sugar and fried dough to create tasty magic. Honey is an…

Philly Cheesesteak Egg Roll

Are you an appetizer kind a' person? Or do you jump to the main dish? If you prefer appetizers, then a Philly cheesesteak egg roll is the best choice. Cheesy…

Crustless Coconut Pie

Coconut desserts are an all-time favourite. Crustless coconut pie is special as it is creamy inside and smells like custard. It tastes extra delicious especially if you love adding coconut.…

Bisquick Cinnamon Rolls

We all know how Bisquick has made our life easy with just one mix. This versatile boxed mix can be made into pancakes, biscuits, and even Cinnamon rolls. Yes, we…

Chicken Alfredo Bake

Chicken Alfredo Bake is a delicious medley of pasta with creamy alfredo sauce and bakes into toasty perfection. This warm dish is perfect to have all around the season, especially…

Mom’s Butter Baked Chicken

Mom’s butter baked chicken is one of the classic dishes to try. Honestly this recipe is so simple and just need few ingredients on hand. And the best part is…

Corn Casserole

Thinking of making something delicious and healthy for dinner? Try out this technique of corn casserole that will become your all-time favorite. It is easy to make and can be…

HONEY BAKED CHICKEN

This honey-baked chicken is an excellent back pocket quick supper idea for hectic nights that requires a few simple pantry ingredients. But you'll be astonished how a few simple ingredients…

Mexican Tortilla Casserole

Are you planning a meetup at the weekend and deciding on Mexican Tortilla Casserole in the menu? Do you know the recipe? Maybe not that is why you are on…

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Butter Sauce

Cauliflower might be a notorious vegetable to make, but one thing is clear that whole roasted cauliflower is revolutionary. The smokiness from the roasting compliments the earthy taste of the…

Lobster, Crab and Shrimp Macaroni and Cheese

Mac n cheese is one of the most loved foods. There is a reason why it is called soul food, and indeed, it is like a revive for the soul.…

Hearty Hamburger Soup

Try this rich, hearty, and delicious soup. It's quick and easy to prepare. In my house, it's a family favorite! Serve it with freshly baked biscuits. What could be better…

Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs

Barbequed ribs always have a heavenly taste and mouthfeel if cooked right. Honestly, we love it so much that we can have it every day. There is something, so ways…

Cheesy Breakfast Casserole

This Cheesy Breakfast Casserole recipe was in this month’s Rachael Ray magazine, in a pull-out section entitled “Casseroles”. Every recipe in this little booklet looks so delicious, I want to…

Copycat Wendy’s Chili

I don’t like to eat out and I especially don’t like to eat out at a fast food restaurant but on the rare occasion that we do, Wendy’s is one…

Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies are probably my all-time favorite cookie. I have a “go to” recipe for traditional criss-cross peanut butter cookies, but I’m always up for something new in…

White Chocolate Caramel Pecan Fudge

This white chocolate caramel pecan fudge is a perfect holiday dessert. This quick and easy Fudge recipe is best for any occasion! Why let only the Dark and Milk Chocolate…

Taco Stuffed Shells

Dinner becomes a snap with this simple and easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy. It's a crowd-pleaser that can easily be doubled for a potluck dinner. Are you…

Quick Christmas Popcorn Balls

Christmas is around the corner, and its treats are one of the most awaited goodness. Honestly, we all thrive for the morning we get around the Christmas tree and the…

Texas Roadhouse Rolls Recipe

Everybody can make these Texas Roadhouse Rolls! They're easy to prepare, soft to the touch, and oh-so-fluffy. A delicious homemade side dish for any meal! These warm, fluffy, and soft…

Pineapple Sweet Bread

A soft and sweet Pineapple Bread topped with a lovely pineapple flavored glaze is loved by everyone! This Pineapple Bread is a delicious breakfast treat to go with your cup…

Bacon Chicken Ranch Casserole

Bacon and chicken with ranch are a classic combination, and when it is baked into a casserole with cheese, the dish is heavenly. The smokiness of the bacon and the…

COOKIE BUTTER STUFFED SNICKERDOODLES

Hello friends! I’m back with more cookie-butter treats! I truly cannot imagine life before I tasted this divine spread dreamed up obviously by cookie angels, and I decided to go all “cookie-ception”…

Chicken Broccoli Casserole

I think I got this recipe from one of my roommates in college, but my husband was never a fan of it because it had mayonnaise in it. He refuses…

Banana Cream Puffs

Cream Puffs have always been a super special treat for me. That started when I was a little girl and my Mom and I would go shopping and stop at…

OVERNIGHT CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST BAKE

Entertaining around the holidays can mean your meals for two suddenly turn into meals for 20. But now you can take the stress out of breakfast with a morning meal…

CINNAMON APPLE CAKE

Christmas season means finding fruit cake for sale in all the stores. Lots of fruit cake. Actually, any more than zero is too much for me. I don’t like fruit…

5-MINUTE WHOLE-GRAIN NO RISE PIZZA DOUGH

I’ve been searching for a quick yet tasty pizza crust recipe for quite some time and tried several of them. Most were fairly simple and tasted good even if made…

Molasses Cookies

I’m about to let you in on a family secret and give you this cookie recipe. I shared these cookies with my sister and my dad. They both had the…

Lemon Brownies

Mine would have to be anything citrus. Growing up in Arizona you know it’s springtime when you can smell sweet orange blossoms in the air. It’s a scent than can’t…

SPICY SOUTHERN CHEESY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE

I consider chicken spaghetti casserole a comfort food! Bigmama, my grandmother, used to make this for us when I was growing up. Later, when I had a family of my…

LIGHTENED UP ROASTED RED PEPPER GOAT CHEESE CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA

Nothing makes me happier than one-pan dinners. Oh well, except for, maybe cookie dough. Or long runs. Or Bruce Springsteen gigs. And let’s not forget naps – those make me…

OLD FASHIONED COCONUT CAKE

It’s the 20th and that means it’s Cake Slice Baker’s time again. If you don’t know us, we are a group of bakers who made a cake each month from…

ROSEMARY ROASTED MUSHROOMS WITH SPINACH

After a hectic work day, and an afternoon and evening packed with the boys’ activities, often the quickest route to a healthy dinner is a salad. This one was inspired…

M&M Chocolate Fudge Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

We are three weeks into our school year here in Arizona. And well, I have to say the first 2 weeks, were pretty rough for my little Kindergartener. Full Day…

The Best Homemade White Bread

There is something about dark grey skies that make me crave baking in my kitchen. Lucky for me, yesterday just happened to be one of those days. I couldn’t wait…

Banana Split Cake

Today I made this fun looking Banana Split Cake to share with you guys. I love banana bread! Recently I made this Banana Split Brioche French Toast Stack so it…

Vanilla Dipped Gingersnap Cookies

I hope I am not overloading you with tons of cookie recipes lately, tis’ the season! Truth is I just love cookies. I enjoy baking, decorating and eating all kinds…

Cranberry Walnut Holiday Bread

This Cranberry Walnut Holiday Bread is full of cranberries, a hint of zesty orange and a crunch of walnuts. The countdown begins until the biggest food day of the year! It is…

White Chocolate Raspberry Cookies

I am completely in love with these cookies, I usually send everything I make with my husband to work but not these cookies I kept all of them for myself!…

Bacon Cheddar Corn Spoon Bread

Question: What’s not to love about this dish? Answer: Absolutely nothing! I mean come one. Bacon Cheddar Corn Spoon Bread. Really? Yes. It was wonderful and made an absolutely perfect…

FRENCH TOAST BITES

I am obsessed with the idea of brunch. My husband always makes fun of me for it because he doesn't really understand why it wouldn't just be called lunch. Every…

BLUEBERRY ZUCCHINI BREAKFAST COOKIES

Cookies for breakfast? Well, these blueberry zucchini cookies you can eat for breakfast without any guilty feelings. They are also a great healthy snack or dessert for the whole family…

Christmas Rice Krispie Trees

Guys, Christmas is coming up SO soon!! I’m listening to my Mariah Carey Christmas album as I speak (or..type..but you get the picture.) These Rice Krispie TREES (nice play on…

Easy Cinnamon Bread

Sometimes I can be such an idiot. It’s like I finally find my voice, and I verbally throw up on whomever is around me. For me to actually speak to another…

CHRISTMAS MAGIC COOKIE BARS

I’ve got spring fever and I’ve got it bad. I’ve had enough snow, enough cold, enough frosty car windows when I leave for work in the morning – enough already!…