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    Breakfast Recipes

    Jar of nutella overnight oats with raspberries beside it.

    Nutella Overnight Oats

    Rich, hearty and chocolatey, these Nutella Overnight Oats are the breakfast that will have you jumping out of bed! 5 minutes to prep, easily made ...

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    Pistachio oatmeal with chocolate in jar.

    Chocolate Pistachio Overnight Oats

    Take 5 minutes to prep these Chocolate Pistachio Overnight Oats and breakfast will be ready and waiting for you when you wake up. A sweet and salty ...

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    Mini quiches with puff pastry on wood board topped with onion and chopped parsley.

    Puff Pastry Quiche

    Puff pastry makes the perfect flaky crust for these simple Puff Pastry Mini Quiches. An easy breakfast dish that can be finger food or eaten with a ...

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    Jar of chocolate overnight oats topped with chocolate chips.

    Triple Chocolate Overnight Oats

     Overnight Oats just got even better with chocolate, chocolate and even more chocolate! Wholesome Triple Chocolate Overnight oats take less than 5 ...

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    Maple poured over blueberry French toast muffin on white dish with fork.

    Blueberry French Toast Muffins

    Think blueberry muffin with a fluffy French Toast twist. These French Toast Muffins are such a simple way to toss together a delicious breakfast that ...

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    Vanilla baked donuts with maple glaze and rainbow sprinkles on cooling rack.

    Triple Vanilla Donuts

    These moist, delicious baked vanilla donuts are a simple breakfast everyone will love. For the vanilla lover and more, these donuts are easy to whip ...

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    Dinner Recipes

    Chicken spinach and artichoke pasta casserole in dish with fork.

    Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

    Cozy and comforting, this Spinach, Artichoke Chicken Casserole is easy to whip up and a great make ahead option. Cheesy and veggie packed--a full meal in one dish. If you love spinach and artichoke dip, this will be a hit for dinner! Baked pasta recipes are some of the coziest, most comforting dishes. This Spinach,...

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    Dish with roasted maple balsamic Brussel sprouts.

    What To Eat With Brussel Sprouts

    Brussels sprouts are a great veggie to add to your dinner. They are delicious roasted, air fried, in stir fries in more. Finding the perfect dish to eat with your brussel sprouts is ideal, and these recipes will be a sure favorite for the whole family! I despised Brussels sprouts until I was probably about...

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    Chicken taco casserole in white dish topped with sour cream, green onions and other toppings.

    Chicken Taco Casserole

    This super simple Chicken Taco Casserole is a dinner ready in about 30 minutes. So versatile and lots of options to serve. A forkable taco dish that the whole family will love! Top with chips or serve over rice--so many ways to enjoy! If your family regularly has leftover chicken in the house, or a...

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    White plate with short rib ragu tossed with pappardelle pasta and topped with parmesan and parsley.

    Crock Pot Short Rib Ragu

    Melt in your mouth, tender and flavorful, this Crock Pot Short Rib Ragu is a perfect cozy delicious meal. The short ribs fall off the bone and are so rich in the red wine tomato sauce. Only about 15 minutes of prep and the short ribs are slowly cooked to perfection! This post is sponsored...

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    Teriyaki ground pork stir fry in bowl with white rice and chopsticks.

    Teriyaki Ground Pork Stir Fry

    This Teriyaki Ground Pork Stir Fry is a quick and easy way to get a delicious dinner on the table. Plenty of veggies, a sweet homemade teriyaki sauce that only takes under 10 minutes to make and all the delicious ground pork for a dinner the whole crew will love! This post is sponsored by...

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    Ground turkey sweet potato skillet dinner in pan with shredded cheese melted on top.

    Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

    This super simple, one pan Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet Dinner is an easy way to get a hearty, veggie packed dinner on the table. Inspired by everyone's favorite: taco night! This meal is great straight from the pan, in tortillas or with tortilla chips. A winner of a dinner! This ground turkey sweet potato...

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    Dessert Recipes

    Chocolate chip pecan cookie on parchment lined baking sheet.

    Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies

    These irresistibly soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are a perfect option when a cookie craving hits. Only about 15 minutes to prep filled ...

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    Overhead view of red velvet Oreo fudge with Oreos surrounding.

    Red Velvet Oreo Fudge

    This Oreo Red Velvet Fudge is a simple, delicious treat the whole crew will love. Only 10 minutes to prepare, the red color gives it a fun and more ...

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    Amaretto truffles in white dish with bite taken out of one truffle.

    5 Ingredient Amaretto Truffles

    Only 5 ingredients in these simple, rich and delicious Amaretto Truffles. An easy, no bake recipe to whip up with the flavor of Amaretto that is a ...

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    Bowl with apple cranberry crisp topped with vanilla ice cream.

    Apple Cranberry Crisp

    Cranberries are for so much more than the sauce! This Apple Cranberry Crisp is an easy, cozy dessert with sweet apples and tart cranberries. A hint of ...

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    Pumpkin spiced whipped cream in tin measuring cup with cinnamon sticks beside it.

    Pumpkin Whipped Cream

    This simple Pumpkin Whipped Cream is a 10 minute recipe that will put you right into the cozy fall spirit. The perfect hint of pumpkin spice, a touch ...

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    Brownies with condensed milk sliced and laying on wax paper.

    Condensed Milk Brownies

    These rich, fudgy triple chocolate Condensed Milk Brownies are so chocolatey and delicious. The addition of sweetened condensed milk makes for moist ...

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    Overnight Oats

    Jar of nutella overnight oats with raspberries beside it.

    Nutella Overnight Oats

    Rich, hearty and chocolatey, these Nutella Overnight Oats are the breakfast that will have you jumping out of bed! 5 minutes to prep, easily made ...

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    Pistachio oatmeal with chocolate in jar.

    Chocolate Pistachio Overnight Oats

    Take 5 minutes to prep these Chocolate Pistachio Overnight Oats and breakfast will be ready and waiting for you when you wake up. A sweet and salty ...

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    Jar of chocolate overnight oats topped with chocolate chips.

    Triple Chocolate Overnight Oats

     Overnight Oats just got even better with chocolate, chocolate and even more chocolate! Wholesome Triple Chocolate Overnight oats take less than 5 ...

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    Overhead view of 6 jars of overnight oatmeal.

    The Best Overnight Oats

    I like to consider myself an expert on overnight oatmeal. Overnight oats recipes are essentially what started this site and readers continue to love ...

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    Cherry overnight oatmeal in jar.

    Vegan Overnight Oats

    Breakfast prep that takes only 5 minutes and then is ready in the morning? That's what these Vegan Overnight Oats are! Simple to whip up and can sit ...

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    Coconut cream pie overnight oatmeal in a jar topped with toasted coconut.

    Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats

    Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats means  pie for breakfast! This oatmeal takes 5 minutes to prep and has the perfect coconut flavor you love from ...

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    Salads

    Cajun potato salad in white dish topped with parsley.

    Cajun Potato Salad

    Kick up your classic recipe with this Cajun Potato Salad. Packed with eggs, crunchy celery and a rich, creamy dressing with a simple homemade cajun ...

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    Chickpea salad with avocado, tomatoes and feta in glass bowl.

    Favorite Salad Recipes

    Ready for all the fresh veggies and ingredients? These simple salad recipes are perfect for the warmer weather--and even if the weather isn't so warm! ...

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    Bowl of pasta salad with chicken, bacon and ranch topped with parsley.

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

    This simple and delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad recipe is a creamy, flavorful pasta dish you will love. Crispy bacon, juicy chicken, ...

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    Overhead view of sun dried tomato pasta salad with mozzarella, basil, parmesan and spinach.

    Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad

    This simple Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is a delicious recipe bursting with flavor. Minimal ingredients to chop. Uses reserved oil from the sun-dried ...

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    Shrimp taco salad with cheese, beans, avocado, corn, onion, and other ingredients.

    Shrimp Taco Salad

    This simple and delicious Shrimp Taco Salad can easily be whipped up in under 30 minutes and is topped with a creamy cilantro lime dressing. Full of ...

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    White salad bowl with cauliflower rice salad with serving spoon.

    Black Bean and Cauliflower Rice Salad

    This simple Cauliflower Rice Salad with black beans is packed with veggies and lots of flavor. Tossed with a simple cilantro lime dressing, this is a ...

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    Holiday Recipes

    Chocolate chip pecan cookie on parchment lined baking sheet.

    Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies

    These irresistibly soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are a perfect option when a cookie craving hits. Only about 15 minutes to prep filled ...

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    Overhead view of red velvet Oreo fudge with Oreos surrounding.

    Red Velvet Oreo Fudge

    This Oreo Red Velvet Fudge is a simple, delicious treat the whole crew will love. Only 10 minutes to prepare, the red color gives it a fun and more ...

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    Amaretto truffles in white dish with bite taken out of one truffle.

    5 Ingredient Amaretto Truffles

    Only 5 ingredients in these simple, rich and delicious Amaretto Truffles. An easy, no bake recipe to whip up with the flavor of Amaretto that is a ...

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    Bowl with apple cranberry crisp topped with vanilla ice cream.

    Apple Cranberry Crisp

    Cranberries are for so much more than the sauce! This Apple Cranberry Crisp is an easy, cozy dessert with sweet apples and tart cranberries. A hint of ...

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    Cinnamon puppy chow chex mix in white bowl.

    Snickerdoodle Puppy Chow

    Muddy buddies or puppy chow? Whatever you call it, this cinnamon Chex mix is a crowd pleaser no matter what you call it. Prepared in just 10 minutes ...

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    Overhead view of puff pastry baked brie bites on white plate.

    Puff Pastry Brie Bites

    If you need a simple appetizer, these Puff Pastry Brie Bites are going to steal the show. Only about 10 minutes to prep and can be made up to 3 days ...

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    Hello! I’m Lorie, welcome to lemons + zest! If you love to eat, and you love delicious, simple recipes, then you are in the right place. When it comes to cooking these days, I firmly believe that if it takes too long, or too much work to make, then it’s not for me. Read More…

    30 Minute Meals

    Chicken taco casserole in white dish topped with sour cream, green onions and other toppings.

    Chicken Taco Casserole

    Teriyaki ground pork stir fry in bowl with white rice and chopsticks.

    Teriyaki Ground Pork Stir Fry

    Grilled lemon pepper chicken on white plate with lemon slices and salad.

    Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken

    Pan with green chicken enchiladas topped with chopped cilantro.

    Green Chicken Enchiladas

    Skillet with chicken thighs and fresh parsley on top.

    Our Favorite 30 Minute Dinners

    Shrimp taco salad with cheese, beans, avocado, corn, onion, and other ingredients.

    Shrimp Taco Salad

    White plate with air fried chicken thighs breaded and with chopped parsley on top.

    Parmesan Crusted Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    Bowl with Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup with fresh cheddar on top and spoon in bowl.

    Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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    Cozy Soups + Chili

    Easy Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup

    Creamy crockpot chicken rice soup in bowl with spoon and fresh parsley.

    Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup

    Bowl of sweet potato chili with toppings and spoon beside.

    Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili

    Tomato tortellini soup.

    Tomato Tortellini Soup

    Pot of chunky Vegetable Soup.

    Chunky Italian Vegetable Soup

    Creamy white chicken chili with cream cheese in bowl with jalapeño, fritos and cheese.

    Crockpot Creamy White Chicken Chili

    Pumpkin Quinoa Chili

    Bowl of soup with Italian sausage and gnocchi pasta with spoon.

    Sausage Gnocchi Soup

    Butternut Squash White Bean Soup

    Bowl with Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup with fresh cheddar on top and spoon in bowl.

    Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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