Hi Reader! If you haven't checked in to the site, you may have missed these great recipes! They're definitely trending more towards winter, even though it's very much feeling like summer in Michigan still. But that chilly weather will be here before we know it! Here's what's new: Crockpot Hot Chocolate So creamy, so chocolatey, so perfect for entertaining. Click For The Full Recipe! Apple Pancakes All the fall vibes! The apples are grated instead of chopped, meaning there is apple flavor all...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Whether you're fully gluten-free or not, this is an absolutely delicious week of meals! As always, the grocery list is ready for you, and everything is free! Here's what you can look forward to: Monday: Stuffed Butternut Squash Tuesday: Soy Glazed Salmon Wednesday: 15 Bean Soup Thursday: One Pan Sausage Dinner with Fall Vegetables Friday: Blackened ChickenwithInstant Pot Polenta Bonus: Flourless Chocolate Cookies Get the free meal plan and grocery list here!
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Happy Saturday! I wanted to pop in and share the new recipes from this week, because they're good ones! Chicken Rice Soup After being sick all week, I could use a big bowl of this! Click For The Full Recipe! Birthday Cake Pancakes It doesn't get more fun than these! Perfect for any celebration. Click For The Full Recipe! Instant Pot Ribs The fastest way to make ribs! And they still turn out amazing - fall off the bone! Click For The Full Recipe! Savory Waffles I always choose a...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I can't believe we have created 85 free meal plans. It is truly a labor of love, as we don't just randomly pick recipes. Each one is carefully planned with you in mind! Here's what you can look forward to this week: Monday: Ground Turkey Soup with Beans & Spinach Tuesday: Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Smoky Brussels Sprouts Wednesday: Moroccan Meatballs with Roasted Vegetables Thursday: Grilled Greek Marinated Chicken with Chopped Greek Salad Friday: Curried Chicken Salad Bonus:...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Labor Day is here, which always feels like the unofficial end to summer. We start school before Labor Day, making it feel like the soft-launch of fall, and then Labor Day seals the deal. So let's enjoy some great summer recipes for as long as we possibly can! Below are some of my recent favorites, but browse all of my summer recipes here. Berry Galette The easiest pie there ever was! Aka my kind of pie. Grab whatever berries look best, and serve with ice cream. Click For The Full...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! If you haven't been checking in daily, here's what you missed on Rachel Cooks this week! You'll see I'm still hanging on to summer. In fact as I write this, it's 90 degrees in Michigan, so summer is definitely still here! I hope you find one or more recipes to love! Creamy Southwestern Orzo Salad This recipe is one of my go-to pasta salad recipes because of how much everyone always raves over it! Click For The Full Recipe! Blueberry Sauce Another family favorite! We love this on...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! This week's meal plan features easy to make, kid-friendly recipes that the whole family will love. Here's a preview: Monday: Mexican Spaghetti Tuesday: Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Wednesday: Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole Thursday: Crockpot Beef Stew Friday: Pizza Quesadillas Bonus: After School Snack Board with Monster Cookie Energy Balls Get the free meal plan and printable grocery list here!
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! With school back in session, I've been trying to amp up my weekend meal prepping slightly to make the week go smoother and easier. I thought I'd share some of my favorites with you, I hope it helps you as much as it helps me! Roasted Vegetables I almost always throw a sheet pan of roasted vegetables in the oven. They make great toppings for bowls and salads. Sometimes I just prep the veggies so they're ready to roast or air fry. Click For The Full Recipe! Air Fryer Meatloaf I have...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! If you haven't been checking in, here are the new recipes you missed this week! Strawberry Freezer Jam This one takes me right back to childhood. It's a super easy jam to make and tastes so fresh and delicious. Click For The Full Recipe! Chocolate Protein Pancakes These pancakes are packed with multiple sources of protein but feel like dessert! Click For The Full Recipe! Grilled Chicken Thighs With an irresistible herby marinade, these have quickly become my summer go-to. Click For...
25 days ago • 1 min read