Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie

There is something special about a homemade pumpkin pie made from scratch, especially when you start with a fresh sugar pie pumpkin.

This classic fall dessert has a wonderful old-fashioned flavor, a creamy texture, and all those warm spices that make pumpkin pie a favorite for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, and cozy family dinners.

While canned pumpkin is convenient, making your own pumpkin puree from a fresh sugar pie pumpkin brings a little extra love to this traditional dessert.

Sugar pie pumpkins are smaller, sweeter, and generally less stringy than the larger pumpkins used for carving. Their naturally rich flavor makes them a wonderful choice for homemade pumpkin desserts.

If you have never made pumpkin puree from scratch, don't let the extra step intimidate you. With a little preparation, you can turn a fresh pumpkin into a beautiful homemade pie that tastes like autumn in every bite.

It's really not that difficult; getting the pumpkin cooked is the first order of business, and I do mine in a slow cooker overnight in water.

Another family favorite during Thanksgiving week is a delicious Classic Pumpkin Roll filled with cream cheese for dessert; it's a must on our holiday table.

If you really love pumpkin desserts, also try our no-bake Easy Pumpkin Fluff Pie along with our delicious Pumpkin Frappuccino.

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

If you love a rich, creamy, comforting casserole that brings everyone to the dinner table, this Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is one you'll want to save!

My version is adapted from the original, using tender chicken, bow tie pasta, sour cream, mayonnaise, and golden mushroom soup to create a deliciously creamy sauce with plenty of savory flavor.

The bow tie pasta catches all that wonderful sauce, while the sour cream and mayonnaise add richness and a smooth, velvety texture. Golden mushroom soup gives this casserole a deeper, heartier flavor that makes it a little different from the traditional versions made with cream of chicken soup.

This is the kind of easy family dinner that works beautifully on busy weeknights, but it's also hearty enough to serve when company comes over. You can use leftover cooked chicken, rotisserie chicken, or chicken you prepare just for this recipe. Best of all, it's easy to customize with different soups, cheeses, vegetables, and seasonings to make it your own!

If you're looking for an easy chicken pasta casserole with familiar ingredients and old-fashioned comfort food flavor, this Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is sure to become a family favorite.

Ricotta Breakfast Muffins

These delicious ricotta cheese muffins are perfect for on-the-go breakfasts and lighter lunches!

Savory, cheesy, and packed with protein, these Ricotta Breakfast Muffins are an easy make-ahead breakfast that the whole family will love.

Made with eggs, creamy ricotta cheese, colorful bell peppers, spinach, garlic, herbs, and your choice of crispy bacon or Italian sausage, these little breakfast muffins are delicious straight from the oven or reheated for busy mornings.

They are light, tender, flavorful, and completely customizable.

You can use ricotta or cottage cheese, swap the cheese, add your favorite vegetables, or change the meat depending on what you have in the refrigerator.