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The HappiHomemade team shares healthy, approachable, family-friendly recipes along with the occasional sweet treat!

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3 dinners for when your fridge is basically empty

Hey Reader, If you're anything like us, by the end of the week, your fridge might be looking a little bare. 😅 That doesn't mean dinner has to be a disaster, though! And you definitely don't need to resort to takeout. We've got you covered with 3 toss everything in the fridge recipes that save the day. Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad 7 ingredients. 30 minutes. And SO delicious! GET THE RECIPE! Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups No matter how you assemble these bites, you can't go wrong! GET THE...

Hey Reader, As we gear up for summer break, we're starting to test out snack recipes to keep our little ones satisfied. If you know you know... And we recently rediscovered a longtime fave. These no-bake pb&j energy bites are the EASIEST, 4-ingredient, 10-minute recipe! They're super nutritious, nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and great for school lunches. Prep a large batch to keep on hand, and the whole family will thank you! No-Bake PB&J Energy Bites GET THE RECIPE! Looking for more?...

Hey Reader, Still not sure what to get for the special women in your life this Mother's Day? Win their hearts with a sweet treat. There's something for everyone on the list! Chocolate Frosted Brownies Skip store-bought mixes, and make these decadent fudgy chocolate frosted brownies with espresso and a chocolate frosting in less than 60 minutes! GET THE RECIPE! Lemon Strawberry Shortcake Make this easy lemon strawberry shortcake recipe with just ten ingredients and less than 30 minutes for a...

Hey Reader, Memorial Day is May 25th, and we love any excuse to host a party! There's something about the long weekend that always feels extra special. Maybe it's the kids being out of school. Maybe it's the warm weather. Regardless, it feels like the start of summer. So, we bust out all our favorite warm-weather recipes to kick the season off on the right foot! And today, we're sharing a few of our faves that we come back to year after year. Whether you're hosting a BBQ or just prepping...

Hey Reader, Mother's Day is just around the corner. And there's no better way to show mom just how much she means than with a home-cooked meal. Whether you're hosting a family brunch or surprising her with breakfast in bed, you can't go wrong with these easy recipes! Strawberry Coffee Cake Strawberry coffee cake features a moist, strawberry-infused base, a sweet crumble topping, and optional powdered sugar glaze! GET THE RECIPE! Croissant Breakfast Casserole Ready in 45 minutes, this...

Hey Reader, Are you hosting a party for Cinco de Mayo? We definitely are! 💃 And that means we need alllll the snacks. Obviously, we picked up tortilla chips from the store. Now, we're making all the best dips to enjoy them with. Pick your fave, or prepare them all for the ultimate snack spread! The BEST Guacamole Savory, tangy, and made with 7 ingredients, one bite of this guac, and you'll never go back to store-bought options again. GET THE RECIPE! Roasted Corn Salsa Combine roasted corn,...

Hey Reader, Cinco de Mayo is next week! And while we might not have direct ties to the holiday, we never pass up a chance to enjoy amazing food. So, we've rounded up three of our FAVORITE Tex-Mex recipes to help celebrate the day. Mexican Cornbread Casserole Layers of taco-inspired meat and veggies, sweet cornbread, and cheese create the ultimate comfort food recipe. GET THE RECIPE! Healthy Mexican Lasagna Recipe Meat, vegies, tortillas, and cheese layer in one unbelievably delicious bake....

Hey Reader, Summer is just around the corner, and that means that we're cooking a lot more often, fending off the never-ending "I'm hungry," complaints from our kids. So, we're doing everything we can to prep ahead of time... Starting by creating quick, delicious recipes we know we can whip up in minutes. Like this tzatziki chicken salad! It's crispy, creamy, savory, tangy, and super refreshing. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken. Serve it on its own as a dip, enjoy it as a...

Hey Reader, Forgot to plan dinner? Running late? Rushing the kids out the door before practice? We've all been there... needing to get dinner on the table and FAST. But don't stress! And don't turn to takeout. We've got you covered with a 30-minute, family-friendly recipe that truly never lets us down! Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl Made with bagged coleslaw mix and a single skillet, this takeout-inspired meal is truly a lifesaver on busy days! Bonus: It's so tasty that our kids don't even complain...

Hey Reader, If you're anything like us, you probably struggle a little bit with lunch. Breakfast? We go to bed thinking about it. Dinner? We've got it covered. But what the heck do we do for lunch?? We never have much time and don't want to run through the drive-thru... Lately, we've been making this week's recipe on repeat! Healthy Egg Salad This egg salad with Greek yogurt is made with hard-boiled eggs, Greek yogurt, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, herbs, and spices. Creamy, savory,...