Simply Delicious Dinner Recipes

Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies That Hit Every Craving Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies are the kind of bake that instantly makes your kitchen smell like you know what you’re doing—even if you absolutely winged it. From the very first bite, you get that crisp edge, soft center, gentle honey sweetness, and just enough salt to keep things interesting. Not boring. Not basic. Definitely not forgettable. Ever had a cookie that makes you pause mid-chew and think, okay… wow? Yeah. That’s this one. This recipe lives in that sweet spot between fancy bakery vibes and “I threw this together on a Sunday … Read more

Slice of Eggnog Bread Pudding with a golden cinnamon-sugar top, gooey brioche center, and a generous drizzle of warm eggnog sauce, dusted with nutmeg.

Easy Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Eggnog Bread Pudding

January 21, 2026

Eggnog Bread Pudding — Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Holiday Comfort Eggnog Bread Pudding is the kind of dessert that wraps you in a wool blanket and hands you a mug of something warm. Think buttery brioche soaked in spiced eggnog custard, studded with ribbons of cinnamon sugar, and topped with a silky eggnog sauce. It’s nostalgic, cozy, and absolutely made for festive mornings and after-dinner indulgence. Brief introduction to the recipe This is a holiday-forward riff on classic bread pudding that uses eggnog as the custard base. It bakes up with a golden crust and a creamy center where the cinnamon … Read more

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Close-up of Healthy Spinach Chicken Burgers on toasted buns with melted white cheddar and fresh spinach, ready to eat.

Easy Healthy Spinach Chicken Burgers with White Cheddar

Easy Smashed Carrots — A Healthy Yummy Side Dishes Winner

Side Dish

Easy Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Sauce — Rich & Luxurious

Dinner

Truffle Cream Sauce tossed with fettuccine, sautéed mushrooms, and a shower of grated Parmesan on a plate.

Refreshing Protein Summer Recipes: Key Lime Yogurt Bark

Dessert

Protein Summer Recipes — frozen key lime yogurt bark pieces on parchment, topped with crushed graham crackers and toasted coconut, ready to grab from the freezer.

Easy Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies — Sweet, Salty & Addictive

Dessert

Two-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots — The Perfect Cottage Cheese Snack

Appetizer

Cottage Cheese Snack — Quick Two-Ingredient Tots If you want a reliable Cottage Cheese Snack that’s crispy, protein-packed, and stupidly easy, meet these two-ingredient tots. They pair creamy cottage cheese with airy panko breadcrumbs and bake until golden — crunchy outside, soft and tangy inside. Who knew two pantry staples could turn into a crowd-pleasing nibble that’s as good for lunchboxes as it is for game-night grazing? Why you’ll love these Two-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots Short answer: texture. Long answer: the contrast between a crunchy crust and a tender center makes these tots feel way more gourmet than their ingredient … Read more

Close-up of golden Cottage Cheese Snack tots on a wooden board with a small bowl of creamy dip — a top Simple Snack Ideas pick.

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Jennifer

I’m the cook and creator behind 9am Chef, where I share easy dinner recipes, sweet dessert recipes, and nourishing healthy recipes to inspire your kitchen. My love for cooking started with simple home meals that turned into a passion for creating dishes that are both comforting and creative. At 9am Chef, I believe food should be fun, flavorful, and something everyone can enjoy—whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight meal or treating yourself to something sweet.

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