Kid Food

Even before they're out of the oven, your whole house smells like comfort. 

It only takes a few seconds.

It's all about the texture.

So easy and flavorful!

We swear this is the easiest and most delicious way to make baked macaroni and cheese at home.

It makes your kitchen smell delicious.

Don't toss that sippy cup!

Sugar, spice, and everything nice.

Bring on the cookies.

Cheesy and velvety smooth.

It's got Midwestern vibes.

I love watching a good TikTok hack, but it’s rare that I ever follow through in my own kitchen. Some exceptions: baked feta pasta (though now I love Kelli’s baked feta broccoli even more), feta fried eggs, and this odd, but surprisingly helpful, ketchup bottle hack my husband sent me. Essentially, you clean out a ketchup bottle and fill it with oil to use while cooking. If you’re thinking, huh or why? That was me, too.

Anyone who has cooked a big holiday meal or celebratory feast knows that the aftermath can be daunting. No one wants to be wasteful and toss it all, but when faced with a myriad of bowls, pots, and platters of leftovers, some cooled down and some still hot, it can be hard to navigate not just the best way to tackle it all, but the safest. Even dinner leftovers can be confusing. Should you let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating or stick them in right away?

When I first tested these almond croissant cookie bars, I knew right away they were a keeper. I love almond croissants (especially the rich, nutty frangipane filling), and this recipe captures all of that flavor in bar form. Layered with a homemade almond filling and topped with sliced almonds and powdered sugar, these bars are soft and chewy just like blondies. I’ve already made them twice since testing the recipe, and everyone I’ve shared them with keeps asking for more.

It’s as quick and delicious as she promises.

It absolutely lives up to the hype — but I do have notes.

“It always saves me time!”

“You'll never view a vegetable the same.”

It’s magic.

It’s the ultimate breakfast mash-up.

“It’s the only one I use.”

Fall is in full swing, and we're looking to Queen Ina for guidance on what to make.

Set it and forget it.

It’s so flavorful.

So good.

I was blown away by the texture.

I wasn’t expecting to love it so much.

Dinner doesn't have to be complicated.

It’s ridiculously easy.

It’s like I just went apple picking!

Easy and impressive.

The sauce is impossibly flavorful.

It’s so good, you’ll make it every weekend.

They make weeknights so much easier.

“The best thing I’ve seen on this app,” one person said.

It’s not what you think.

As you probably know, one of Costco’s most popular sections is its expansive bakery, which is always coming out with seasonal desserts (have you tried the pumpkin cheesecake yet?). Now that it’s officially fall, we’re not surprised to hear there’s a new cake on shelves. After seeing lots of buzz about Costco’s Mocha Crunch Bar Cake, we knew that we had to try it — no matter what it took.

It says moist for days.

Mess-free!

If you see one, don't hesitate.

The crispy bacon and creamy potatoes are simply made for each other.

Yes, those ketchup potato chips made the list.

It's perfect for fall.

Move over, dip.

I can’t stop making it!

I’m a convert.

I love a good red sauce, and I’m not picky about it — it can be a simple marinara or a slow-cooked ragù. I’ve cooked tomato sauce many different ways, and often will forgo a recipe altogether in favor of using the spices, herbs, and aromatics I have on hand to build a good sauce. The one thing I always add at the end, though — no matter what else has gone into the pot — is a bit of butter.

It's worth every penny.

I need the hot cocoa flavor!

You’ll eat it straight from the pan.

Even my kids are into it.

It's the greatest thing about eating out with kids since crayons and paper menus.

Soups, smoothies, and more!

The best of the best hitting shelves now.

Tailgating at the stadium is half the fun of game day, and the food is what brings it all together. With coolers packed, folding chairs set up, and maybe even a small grill fired up (if your spot allows it), you’re ready to turn the parking lot into your own pre-game party. That’s where these tailgate snacks come in! They’re easy, shareable recipes that’ll keep everyone fueled up before kickoff.

I only have one note!

The gooey lemon curd center is so velvety and perfectly tart.

It’s popular for a reason.

A match made in heaven.

It's so light and fluffy.

How to fill your cauldron without emptying your wallet.

They're all classic, they're all easy, and they're our favorite Halloween treats of all time.

They make weeknights so much easier.

The crispy edges are everything.

Board sauce is all about simplicity and flavor.

It's the key to *always* having soft, easily spreadable butter.

Pot roast is one of those classic cold-weather dishes that never goes out of style, like beef stew or chicken noodle soup. Even though it’s a cold weather mainstay, pot roast can also get a bad rap, with a reputation for being bland, boring, and consisting of dried-out beef with overcooked vegetables. I happen to disagree. A good pot roast can truly be great with a balance of slow-cooked flavor, melt-in-your-mouth tender beef, and perfectly cooked vegetables.

It’s all about that first ingredient.

Any one of these would be worth a spot in your freezer.

If you see one, don't hesitate.

So good I ate two in one sitting.

They come in a container of … 50!