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!

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!