AMAZING GRACE (Bag Pipes)

Skillet meals are popular because they’re simple and make cleanup a breeze. A good skillet can go from the stovetop to the oven, making it perfect for everything from crispy fried chicken to baked desserts. Preparing a meal in a skillet helps to develop flavor, especially if using a cast iron skillet, because the pan will retain the heat, which creates wonderful browning, and adds flavor to dishes like meat, cornbread, and cobblers. In this roundup of easy skillet recipes, you’ll find easy meals, one-pan dinners, skillet breakfasts, and even cast iron desserts. Fewer pans, less clean up… that’s a win-win.

When you need to feed a crowd for breakfast or want a make-ahead breakfast, a breakfast casserole is the solution. Featuring both sweet breakfast casserole recipes and savory breakfast casserole recipes, they’re ideal for brunch, feeding a crowd, or if you have a house of hungry teenagers. We’ve gathered a variety of Blue Ribbon breakfast casserole recipes, from sweet options like cinnamon raisin French toast and upside-down apple French toast, to savory options such as biscuit and gravy casserole, sausage crescent bake, and hearty egg and cheese combinations. They’ll earn rave reviews and disappear fast from the breakfast table.

Want to make mom feel extra special this year? Skip heading to a crowded restaurant and cook something delicious at home. Cooking for Mom is one of the best ways to show you care, and these meals to make for Mom on Mother’s Day will make her feel appreciated. Whether you’re a pro in the kitchen or a novice, there is a Mother’s Day dinner idea to suit everyone’s skill level. In case mom has a sweet tooth, we’ve also included a few easy dessert recipes.