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Creative Recipes » Home » Creative Recipes » Recipe Attributes » Make Ahead

Make Ahead

Easy Crock Pot Hawaiian Pork Chops

Hey there, food lovers! Get ready to transport your taste buds to the tropical islands of Hawaii with these Crock Pot Hawaiian Pork Chops—but with a twist that’ll make your mouth water! Crock Pot Hawaiian Pork Chops are slow-cooked to tender pork chop perfection and infused with a sweet and tangy Hawaiian Sauce, which is…

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No Bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake

No-Bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake is a luscious dessert that combines the rich flavors of a classic pecan pie with the creamy decadence of cheesecake, all without turning on the oven.  This delightful treat features a buttery cookie crust, a smooth, creamy, and tangy cream cheese filling, and a generous topping of sweet, caramelized pecans. If…

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Overhead view of Grandma's Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie topped with pecan halves and garnished with whipped cream or Cool Whip.

Grandma’s Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie

Dive into the heartwarming tradition of Southern baking with Grandma’s Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe. This isn’t just a dessert; it’s a journey back in time, a tribute to cozy family gatherings, holiday dinners for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and the timeless comfort only a grandmother’s recipe can offer. If you love my Sweet Potato Casserole…

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3 mini chicken pot pies on a white plate with more mini pot pies in a muffin tin in the background.

Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies Recipe

This Mini Chicken Pot Pie recipe combines leftover chicken, mixed vegetables, and creamy soup baked in biscuit dough for a delicious, customizable, and kid-friendly meal. These are fun, hand-held mini-pot pies filled with the ultimate comfort food: chicken pot pie filling. If you loved my Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Biscuits Recipe, you’ll love these mini-chicken…

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One serving of Frito Taco Pie Casserole, topped with sour cream, shredded lettuce, and chopped tomatoes, on a white plate with the rest of the casserole in the background.

Frito Taco Pie Recipe

Frito Taco Pie, sometimes called Walking Tacos Casserole, is the family-friendly, easy dinner recipe you’ve been looking for. Here’s why it’s a game-changer. This easy Frito Taco Bake combines seasoned beef, crunchy Fritos, and melty cheese for a crowd-pleasing, family-friendly, hearty dinner. It’s one of our favorite Casserole Recipes, and it’s ready in 40 minutes!…

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Beef and Mushroom Pot Pie

This Beef Pot Pie Recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Its classic hearty and comforting tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic vegetables are simmered in a flavorful Guinness-infused gravy, creating a symphony of savory flavor. The buttery, flaky pastry crust adds a delightful texture contrast, making this pot pie a masterpiece. Whether you’re a seasoned…

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Blueberry Yum Yum, a no-bake, layered blueberry dessert, is sitting on a white dessert plate with another serving, and the dessert pan in the background.

Blueberry Yum Yum – A No Bake Dessert

Indulge in this easy Blueberry Yum Yum recipe that makes a luscious, no-bake blueberry dessert. You may have heard it called other names, such as Blueberry Lush, Blueberry Delight, or Blueberry Lasagna. No matter its name, it is filled with tons of blueberry flavor, tastes fantastic, and is super easy to make! This blueberry yum…

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Mushroom Chicken and Rice in a skillet.

Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Rice

You’ll love this Mushroom Chicken and Rice recipe because it’s easy for weeknight dinner and a great way to use leftover chicken. Tender chicken in a delectable, creamy mushroom sauce paired with flavorful rice makes a dinner your family will love! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients Below, I discuss the ingredients and possible substitutions…

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white casserole dish with cheesy tortellini bake casserole.

Tortellini Bake (An Easy Cheesy Casserole Recipe)

Hot, pillowy cheese tortellini covered in a creamy, cheesy Italian Sausage meat sauce make a dinner that the whole family will love! If you loved my Cheesy Tortellini Skillet Lasagna, then you’ll love this cheesy Tortellini Bake Casserole. Serve the fresh tortellini casserole with hot garlic bread and a salad to round out the meal. It’s…

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Easy Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe

This delicious, easy-to-make Stuffed Bell Pepper casserole is perfect for a family meal. This Stuffed Pepper Casserole, made with ground beef, rice, peppers, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese, will surely please everyone at the table. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Simply brown the ground beef, cook the vegetables, add…

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A small glass bowl in front of a slow cooker, surrounded by red and green apples and cinnamon sticks.

Homemade Crock Pot Applesauce

This delicious Homemade Applesauce made in a slow cooker is easy, delicious, and can be used in many different ways. If you are lucky enough to have a local apple orchard nearby where you can go apple picking during apple season, and pick fresh apples, then by all means, do so. Otherwise, then you’ll need to select the freshest apples you can find…

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Overhead view of a platter of beef brisket empanadas sitting on parchment paper and surrounded by cut limes, cilantro, and a bowl of creamy bbq sauce.

Easy BBQ Beef Empanadas (with Leftover Brisket)

There are two things I love about living in Texas: Tex-Mex and Texas Barbecue, and this recipe combines the two beautifully! Beef Brisket Empanadas are filled with flavorful leftover brisket seasoned with onions, garlic, Mexican seasonings, and BBQ sauce, and while similar to brisket tacos, this brisket filling is tucked into flaky half-moon-shaped hand pies…

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A large spoon lifting a serving of Chicken Noodle Casserole above the rest of the casserole in the red casserole dish.

Old Fashioned Chicken Noodle Casserole

The Old Fashioned Chicken and Egg Noodles Casserole is a comforting, hearty chicken casserole that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly evening gatherings.  Picture this: A cheesy chicken noodle casserole with tender chicken breasts, flavorful vegetables, and soft egg noodles, all enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce.  The grand finale? A golden, crunchy topping…

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Slow Cooker Steak Bites

This Crockpot Steak Bites recipe is a family favorite dinner and slow cooker meal with savory, tender beef steak tips, caramelized onions, and garlic. If you are looking for a delicious recipe to prepare ahead of time, this Slow Cooker Steak Bites recipe will certainly become one of your family’s favorite Slow Cooker Meals! It…

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Pieces of Saltine Cracker Toffee inside a blue Christmas tin.

Saltine Cracker Toffee

Saltine Cracker Toffee is sometimes called Christmas crack because the sweet, salty, and sticky candy is so addictive! However, it has many names. It is also called Cracker Toffee, Soda Cracker Toffee, Chocolate Saltine Toffee, or Chocolate Toffee Crackers. This saltine cracker candy is a fun Christmas treat during the holiday season. I love to…

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Homemade Hostess Chocolate Cupcakes

Homemade Hostess Chocolate Cupcakes are chocolate cupcakes with a marshmallow filling, topped with chocolate ganache, and decorated with vanilla icing! Remember eating those classic Hostess cupcakes as a kid? I loved biting into them and getting to that divine marshmallow filling! You can bring back those delightful memories with this delicious copycat recipe! These copycat…

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Side view of a towel covered bowl with at least half a dozen sweet potato biscuits with one biscuit sitting on top with a bite taken out of it and the top covered with honey butter. In the back is a green napkin.

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Sweet Potato Biscuits are delicious fluffy biscuits that make a perfect Thanksgiving Dinner side dish. Old-fashioned sweet potato biscuits are a fantastic variation of regular biscuits and a great recipe for using leftover sweet potatoes. Why You’ll Love This Recipe What You’ll Need Equipment Ingredients Directions Recipe Tips What To Serve With Sweet Potato Biscuits…

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Vertical photo of a side view of a mason jar with pumpkin pie oats with pecans and whipped cream. With and orange and white checkered napkin and spoon on the bottom right, a glass jar of pumpkin puree in back, with a stack of white bowls behind it, a bottle of vanilla in the upper left background, a small glass jar of brown sugar, brown sugar, pecans, and oats scattered about on the white-gray counter, with a small wooden spoon with ground flax seed in the bottom left.

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

This pumpkin overnight oats recipe is an easy recipe, great for meal planning, and makes a delicious, filling, wholesome whole grains breakfast with comforting fall flavors. With flax seeds or chia seeds, if you prefer, and steel-cut oats, you can make this easy breakfast the night before and have it ready to eat the next…

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3-tacos on a metal taco stand sitting on a wood cutting board with a red onion and sliced limes in the back.

Ranch Chicken Crock Pot Tacos

You’ll love this easy 5-ingredient dump-and-go Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos for an easy dinner or freezer meal! Set it and forget it before you go to work and dinner is ready when you get home. Taco Tuesday will be tastier than ever when you serve these crock pot ranch chicken tacos for dinner. It’s…

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Overhead view of a large bowl of marinated green bean salad topped with cherry tomatoes and red onions, with a fork laying on top, surrounded by a blue napkin, a bowl of parmesan cheese, some tomatoes, and a red onion.

Marinated Green Bean Salad

This Marinated Green Bean Salad bursts with fresh flavors and bright summer colors. It’s the perfect chilled side salad, marinated for 4 hours to create a tangy and savory bowl of vegetables with grated parmesan.  Enjoy this make-ahead cold green bean salad at parties, potlucks, barbecues, or a July 4th Cookout whenever you need a…

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Side view of Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Bacon Cheese and Honey Barbecue Sauce on a rustic white painted board on a blue and white napkin with lettuce in the background.

Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Club

Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Club has tender grilled chicken with Honey Roasted BBQ Sauce, bacon, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, and tomato, which makes this chicken sandwich truly deluxe! Save your gas and skip a trip to the fast-food restaurant by making this copycat Chick Fil A grilled chicken club sandwich at home! It tastes so close…

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Overhead view of a pork chop sliced into strips sitting on a white plate next to cooked broccoli with shredded parmesan on top.

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

These succulent Air Fryer Pork Chops will only take you 15 minutes to make with the added benefit of cooking with reduced oil while still achieving a beautiful crispy golden crust on each side of the chops! The seasoning and shredded Parmesan coating not only provide umami flavor to these pork chops, but it’s also…

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Chocolate Coconut Bars

If you know and love Mounds Bars then you’ll get excited about these homemade Chocolate Coconut Bars! Using a buttery Graham cracker crust, proceed to add the next layer of creamy sweet condensed milk and shredded coconut, finished off with melted chocolate.  Once set, cut your chocolate coconut bars into squares that can be enjoyed…

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Photo of 3 brown paper-wrapped sloppy joes with shredded yellow cheese.

Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

Slow Cooker Cheesy Sloppy Joes include everything you love about these traditional ground beef sandwiches except these Sloppy Joes are extra meaty, cheesy, and spicy thanks to the combination of beef and sausage, and added jalapeños!  It’s time to roll up those sleeves, wear some dark clothes, and get stuck into these ultra messy and…

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