Is there anything more inspiring than the colorful fruits and berries that flood the markets this time of year? Just like you probably do, Maryann, I’ve got some old favorites, but I’m always on the lookout for new recipes, as well.

This year, I’m going to pair tart rhubarb with sweet, woodsy blueberries in this Rhubarb Blueberry Crumble. The topping is a snap to make and combines oatmeal with crunchy hazelnuts.

Strawberry Cheesecake Tart is another good pick, because all you have to bake is the crust. The cream cheese filling comes together in an instant, and the strawberry topping is made with fresh berries, so their bright flavor comes through.

And I can’t wait to top Lemon Molten Cake with the first fresh raspberries of the season. Sweet-tart lemon filling and sweet-tart berries—for those of us who love summer fruit, it’s a match made in heaven.

Enjoy the season, Maryann, and let us know what you make!

— Becky

I hear you, Joel! Eggs are a quick and nutritious breakfast choice, but sometimes you want to change things up a bit.

What if you brought some Southwestern flavors to your breakfast plate with our Southwest Sausage Frittata? With black beans, green chilies, and spicy cheese, it’s sure to  wake up your breakfast.

As elegant as it is easy, our Egg Toast with Butter Sauce elevates basic scrambled eggs. (You might want to break out the good china for breakfast!)

And, our Bruschetta Breakfast Pizza is packed with veggies and great Italian flavors—it’s eggy, light, easy, and definitely a step up from an everyday cheese omelet.

I can’t think of a better way to rise and shine. Hope you agree!

We’re all a little Irish on St.Patrick’s Day, aren’t we? I love any excuse to get into the kitchen and do some creative baking, so March 17 is a great day to play with green tints and minty flavors.

If you want something to please the eye as well as the palate, our Lime Berry Cream Squares are just the thing—a delicate pastel green, perfect for spring. You make and chill them ahead of time, so they’re easy to bring to a party.

Nothing wows a crowd like a cheesecake, and our Crème de Menthe Cheesecake is a true Irish beauty. And it’s got a special surprise inside: little bites of minty chocolates.

Finally, a drizzle of chocolate over a tangy, minty layer of cream cheese frosting makes these Irish Mist Brownies absolutely irresistible.

I think you’re going to have a delicious St. Paddy’s Day, Stefanie. May the road rise up to meet you!

— Becky

Entertaining in-laws can be overwhelming. But with the right tools, which include the right recipes, you’ll earn a 5-star hospitality rating from your in-laws, no doubt. Plus, preparing desserts ahead of time will buy you more time to relax and catch up with your guests.

Some of our favorite desserts have the wow factor and require very little prep time. In fact, you can whip up a Glazed Lemon Pound Cake and have it in the oven in less than 20 minutes. Bake it the morning of their arrival, and the house will smell like a fresh bakery. What’s more welcoming than that?

Another dessert I’d recommend is the Double Decadence Bars. They are a chocolate, toffee and peanut-y dream. Set these rich and creamy brownies out on the counter to satisfy guests’ cravings all day long. They always hit the spot.

The Toasted Coconut Cream Puffs with Salted Caramel Drizzle are delightful. With a presentation this grand and a taste so unforgettable, your guests will be talking about this dessert on many visits to come.

In the end, all you need to know is that sweetness always wins them over.

Coming home after a long day and getting dinner on the table can be a challenge. One of the best ways to make dinner quick and simple is to have your ingredients on hand ahead of time and another is to use ingredient shortcuts.

I'd recommend three easy, family-friendly recipes that use shortcuts like new Land O Lakes® Sauté Express® Sauté Starter. For instance, Garlic Chicken & Potatoes is a one-dish meal. You simply sauté chicken in a skillet, then add green beans and potatoes to the same pan. Kids love this dish and it takes only 30 minutes from pan to table. Or try Lemon Pepper Fish Tacos. Pre-shredded coleslaw mix is one of the simple shortcuts that help you prepare this tasty weeknight dish in less than 20 minutes. If you like stir-fry, Pork & Veggie Sauté is another meal made easy by using pre-cut stir-fry veggies and adding flavor with Land O Lakes® Garlic & Herb Sauté Express® Sauté Starter.

Be sure to let us know how you and your family like these new recipes!

An assortment of fun appetizers is a great way to start conversations and get your guests mingling and smiling. You’ll be smiling, too, because you can make these three easy appetizers a day or two before.

Together, these appetizers make a lovely assortment that guests can easily serve themselves. Assemble Sedona Appetizer Bites the day or even the week before, freeze, and then pop them into the oven before the party. Drive blue cheese lovers wild with Blue Cheese Appetizer Tart—it can easily be made a day or two ahead and refrigerated. Create a festive & delicious centerpiece with Cheese & Shallot Party Spread—assemble this spread the day before and refrigerate until party time.

With such an amazing array of appetizers, your guests are sure to be raving well before midnight!

Happy New Year,

A big turkey is a beautiful site on the holiday table, and leftovers are so delicious! With luck, you'll have enough turkey left to make all three of these fantastic recipes. On Friday after Thanksgiving, take it easy and make sweet and smoky BBQ Turkey Flatbread Pizzas. On the weekend, enjoy a Turkey Cheese Strata for breakfast. Sunday or Monday, use your last bits of bird in Creamy Turkey Over Cheesy Biscuits.

If your turkey has even more meals to give, browse our Thanksgiving leftovers recipe collection. Enjoy your holiday!

What a great idea to let the big kids have some Halloween fun, too!

Use your desserts to decorate and set the mood for the party. A Ghosts in the Graveyard Cookie Pizza is a spine-tingling centerpiece for the potluck table—irresistibly creepy with cookie headstones, ghosts and spiderwebs! A tray of colorful Candy Corn Fudge will add more fun than fright. Simply delicious Pumpkin Chocolate Marble Cake adds a touch of the fall season. Decorate with autumn leaves and candy pumpkins, or spook it out with plastic spiders or other ghastly creatures.

Enjoy your party!