The Novice Chef

This cheesy Meatball Casserole is the dinner my family begs for on the busiest nights. It combines bubbly mozzarella, tender ziti pasta, and saucy Italian meatballs all in one dish. The best part? It comes together in just 45 minutes from start to finish!

My kids call this the cheesy meatball dinner and they clean their plates every single time. ...

These thick and chewy Lemon Brownies are topped with a sweet lemon glaze that crackles when you slice them. Made with melted butter and no mixer required, you’ll have them in the oven in just 10 minutes. They taste like sunshine and disappear just as fast!

Are these lemon blondies or lemon brownies?

You will see these called lemon blondies ...

This Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Banana Bread is in a league of its own! It’s made with real peanut butter, peanut butter chips, and chocolate chips, so every slice tastes like a peanut butter cup. The crumb is so moist and tender that it never lasts long.

This is not your average banana bread!

Peanut butter and banana were made for each o...

Forget boring Italian subs, this Hot Honey Salami Sandwich is the best sandwich of summer. Sharp white cheddar, peppery arugula, sweet cherry tomatoes, garlicky lemon aioli, salty Italian meats, and a sweet-spicy honey drizzle make every bite addictive. Ready in 10 minutes, no cooking required.

Is it a salad? Is it a sub? It’s both!

This sandwich is almost l...

This easy Lemon Aioli recipe is creamy, tangy, and perfectly balanced with lots of bright citrus flavor and zesty garlic. I add sour cream alongside the mayo, which gives it a lighter, fluffier texture than your typical mayo-based aioli. It comes together in 5 minutes with just a whisk and a bowl.

This is THE Summer Lemon Aioli of Your Dreams

I’ve tested a ...