Sweet Potato Bake

Sweet potatoes are a staple of Thanksgiving dinner.  I actually don't like sweet potatoes, but I'm told by everyone else that this turned out really well.

Yield: 12 servings

Bacon-Wrapped Brats with Mac & Cheese

I used to wonder if it was possible to improve on the brat.  I now know that the answer is yes.  Yes you can make a brat better, by adding bacon and mac & cheese.

Yield: 6 servings

Orange Chicken Pizza

I spent some time trying to figure out how to combine Chicken McNuggets with a pizza, and this is the first recipe.  Next time I'll roll the dough thinner, but it was still really good.

Yield: 8 servings

Candy Bucket Birthday Cake

Here's a birthday cake that is easy to make and is sure to impress.  If the birthday girl loves Kit Kats and peanut butter then you're sure to please.

You can also substitute M&Ms for Reese's Pieces.

Yield: 12 servings

Scalloped Pineapple Casserole

This recipe might sound weird, but it tastes amazing.  Don't let the odd list of ingredients turn you off.

Yield: 6 servings

Pumpkin Pie

It's autumn, and that means pumpkin pie.  Bake three at once and share with some friends.

Yield: 3 pies

Homemade Twinkies

Twinkies are good.  Homemade twinkies with chocolate and caramel are even better.

Yield: 20 cakes

Tomato Basil Mac and Cheese

Looking to carb load without sacrificing flavor?  Here's a recipe that will keep some variety in your meals.

Yield: 15 servings

Rum Squares with Bacon

Adapted from Epic Meal Time, these rum squares are topped with sugar and bacon to give a memorable look and flavor.

Yield: 16 servings

Oven Crisped Potatoes and Bell Peppers

If you're a meat & potatoes kinda guy, then you'll want to give this recipe a shot.

Yield: 4 servings

Panzanella Pasta

This pasta dish is good warm or cold.

Yield: 10 servings

Maltball Cake

People won't believe that a cake this tasty came out of a box.

Yield: 12 servings

Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Homemade mac & cheese complements any dinner.  And doing it in the slow cooker means that you can prepare it in advance, do the dishes, and have a clean kitchen before dinner.

Yield: 8 servings

Strawberry BBQ Sauce

You might not expect strawberries to be an ingredient in BBQ sauce, but give it a try and you'll discover that the sweetness complements the spicy sauce quite well, especially on pork.

Yield: 4 cups sauce

Chocolate Pear Hazelnut Tart

Yield: 12 servings

Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread

The smells of this bread baking will drive you mad with hunger.  It's one of the tastiest aromas I've ever smelled.

Yeild: 1 loaf

Nutella Brownie Bites

Epic Meal Time has created yet another absurd recipe.  I actually think it tastes better without the bacon (never thought I'd heard myself say that), but I kept the bacon in for the purists.

Yield: 14 Brownies

Coconut Strawberry Mousse Cake

Light and fluffy mousse with a coconut twist, combined with a homemade strawberry sauce.

Yield: 12 servings

Mixed Spice Burgers

Don't be dissuaded by the odd mixture of spices in these patties because they are surprising tasty.

Yield: 12 Burgers

Pulled Pork

Pulled pork may be the king of sandwiches, with it's juicy, tender goodness.  Smother on some tangy BBQ sauce for maximum flavor.

Yield: 15 servings

Bacon and Chips Topped Macaroni and Cheese

A mac & cheese dish with a crispy topping of bacon and potato chips.  Multiple cheeses and spices make this a recipe you'll come back to again and again.

Yield: 8 servings

Brownie S'mores

Why go camping to get s'mores when you can make them at home.  And have fun with the blowtorch in the kitchen.

Yield: 12 servings

Cider Vinegar Marinated Chicken

This marinade will give a tangy zip to your chicken.  It's pretty easy to make and with a little preparation, you can have an awesome meal.

Yield: 9 servings

Red, White, and Blue Cake

End the cake vs. pie debate -- put pie filling on your cake!

Yield: 15 servings.

Chili-Lime Chicken Kabobs

We wanted a way to mix fruit with our kabobs, and found this lime marinade for the chicken that gives it a wonderful flavor.

Yield: 6 servings

Strawberry, Asparagus, and Bacon Salad

This ain't the normal, boring salad.  This colorful dish combines some flavors that you might not have expected to fit so well together.

Yield: 4 servings

Blueberry Crumb Bars

This dessert is pretty easy to make and a great summertime snack.  I used blueberries, but you could use just about any berry.

Yield: 16 Servings

S'mores Cheesecake

I really love cheesecakes.  This is a very cool variation that has some awesome flavors, especially the chocolate at the bottom.  Mmmm.

Yield: 12 servings

Slower Cooker Red Beans and Sausage

This comfort food is quick and easy to make.  Enjoy a hot, homecooked meal with very little effort.

Yield: 8 servings

Chili Cheese Fries Pizza

This hefty behemoth has: 2 lbs. potatoes, 1 1/3 lbs. corn dogs, 2 lbs. chili, 1/2 lb. bacon, & 1 lb. of cheese.

Oh, and did I mention that the corn dogs are baked right into the crust?!

Yield: 8 servings

Swedish Creme

This is why women love men who can cook.

Yield: 6 servings

Black and White Angel Food Cake

This cake is light and fluffy, which is great for people who tend to eat too much at dinner and run out of room for dessert .

Yield: 12 servings

Peanut Butter Cheesecake

This cheesecake combines some of the best flavors together.  It's very rich, so cut the slices small.

Yield: 12 servings

Strawberry Kiwi Tart

I recommend enjoying this fruit tart on a warm spring evening.

Yield: 6 servings

Turkey Broccoli Quiche

Great for breakfast or a mid-day snack.

Yield: 6 servings

Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

Veggies are overrated.  But add in some bacon, and now you're talking.

Yield: 4 servings

Jalapeno Popper Burgers

The weather is finally nice enough to be outside grilling again.  So what are you gonna cook up?  Try these jalapeno popper burgers and enjoy the party inside your mouth.

Yield: 6 burgers (1/3 lb. each)

Caramel-Peanut Topped Brownie Cake

Nothing says "homemade dessert" like a caramel topped brownie cake!

Yield: 12 servings

Chorizo Turkey Soup

This soup is easy to throw together and guaranteed to make a rainy day more palatable.

Yield: 6 servings

Caramel Apple Pie

Yield: 8 servings

Caramelized Chicken

The sauce on this chicken is simply fantastic.  Don't be put off by the brown sugar -- all the other ingredients balance it out to make a wonderful, thick sauce.

Yield: 5 servings

Sunflower Cupcakes

Are you ready for spring to start?  Well, show your excitement with these sunflower-themed cupcakes.

Yield: 24 cupcakes

Cheesy Artichoke Dip

Yield: 12 servings

Chicken-Chorizo Tortilla Soup

Yield: 8 Servings

Peanut Butter Chocolate Milkshake

A quick and easy milkshake, combining two of the greatest flavors of all time.

Yield: 1 serving

Caprese Chicken

This chicken has a medley of flavors that will blow your mind!

Yield: 6 Servings

Strawberry Heart Cake

This cake looks great on the top and amazing when you slice into it.  The layers of white and red are sure to impress.

Yield: 8 servings

Russian Black Bread

This loaf has an unusual flavor owing to the caraway and fennel.  It's super tasty when toasted and slathered with butter.

Yield: 1 double-size loaf.  About 24 servings.

Crock Pot Breakfast

Prepare it the night before, and wake up the a hearty, filling, and tasty breakfast.  A great way to start the weekend.

Yield: 10 servings