Make-Ahead

Beat the weeknight clock with these make-ahead recipes! From breakfast to dinner, set yourself up for a tasty meal.

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    40 Make-Ahead Kid-Friendly Breakfasts

    Breakfast time got you in a tizzy? Have the kids reheat these delectable dishes when you're in a rush.


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    Dutch Oven Bread

    22 reviews

    Crackling homemade Dutch oven bread makes an average day extraordinary. Enjoy this beautiful crusty bread recipe as is, or stir...


    Greek Salad Dressing

    4 reviews

    Homemade Greek salad dressing doesn't get much easier. If you don't have lemon juice on hand, replace it with additional...


    Quick Pickled Radishes

    1 review

    This recipe is the perfect addition to tacos, barbecue or just about any sandwich you can dream of. Each sliced...


    Overnight Bacon and Swiss Breakfast

    1 review

    When we have overnight guests, I like to prepare things ahead of time so we can enjoy the company. It...


    60 Big-Batch Recipes to Make When You Want to Stay In

    Need to hunker down at home? These big-batch recipes are perfect for dinner tonight and leftovers tomorrow (and maybe even...


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    Easy Puppy Chow

    2 reviews

    This easy puppy chow recipe uses a whole package of cereal, so there's less messy measuring. And it makes enough...


    Spanish Marinated Mushrooms

    3 reviews

    I had some amazing marinated mushrooms in a little tapas bar in Seville when I was stationed in Spain with...

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    75 Soups That Freeze Well

    Save yourself on a busy weeknight with one of these soups that freeze well. You'll be sitting down to a...


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    The Best Pizza Dough

    32 reviews

    This easy dough is the key to making an extraordinary homemade pizza. All-purpose flour does just fine here, but if...


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    Beef Suya

    6 reviews

    My Nigerian brother-in-law introduced me to beef suya, a very spicy street food that's popular in western Africa. I was...


    Mini Cheese Balls

    3 reviews

    These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary...


    Mom’s Pickled Carrots

    3 reviews

    My mother is the only other person I've known to make this recipe. In fact, when I take it to...


    Bread Pudding Pie

    9 reviews

    This unique dessert is a bread pudding-pie combo. It was created by my paternal grandmother's family. They had a farm...


    Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream

    What could be better than peanut butter and jelly ice cream? You'll love the sweet-salty combination. Use your favorite flavor...


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    Jelly Donut Cake

    5 reviews

    Cake. Doughnuts. Now you don't have to choose between the two. Impress your family with this easy jelly-filled cake. Try...


    Fireball Pumpkin Pie

    1 review

    This Fireball pumpkin pie recipe takes the traditional fall dessert to a whole new level. Try adding whipped cream or...

    25 Freezer Snacks For Last-Minute Cravings

    Egg rolls, pretzels and pot stickers, oh my! These make-ahead freezer snacks ensure no one goes hungry.


    Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

    3 reviews

    This yummy breakfast bowl gives everyone's favorite sandwich a healthy twist. Switch to crunchy peanut butter and sprinkle chopped peanuts...


    28 Easy Quinoa Meal Prep Ideas for a Hectic Week

    Look no further for next week's meal plan. Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner, these quinoa meal prep ideas are...


    17 of Grandma’s Secret Make-Ahead Recipes

    Take a look at the recipes grandma always kept in her back pocket.


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    1 review

    Soon after I learned about overnight oats I decided to create a recipe with my favorite sugary combination: chocolate peanut...


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars

    3 reviews

    Who doesn't like this dessert duo? Add your favorite combination of candies to garnish the tops of these chocolate peanut...

    Lemon and Coriander Greek Yogurt

    You'll be surprised how easy it is to make homemade Greek yogurt. Flavored with lemon and coriander, it's amazing on...


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    42 Make-Ahead Recipes for Your 13×9

    Put your favorite pan to work! These make-ahead recipes fit perfectly in a 13x9 baking dish.


    28 Make-Ahead Dinners That Come Together in Record Time

    These easy meals are perfect for busy nights. Simply make 'em ahead of time, then freeze or refrigerate until you're...


    Ranch Chicken Fajitas

    Give sizzling chicken fajitas a tangy twist by adding ranch dressing mix to the marinade. They have so much flavor,...


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    Chocolate Chess Pie

    2 reviews

    This is one of my mother's go-to recipes. It's a yummy spin on classic chocolate chess pie. — Ann Dickens,...


    Summer Squash and Zucchini Salad

    3 reviews

    I came up with this colorful, tasty zucchini salad years ago for a recipe contest and was delighted when I...