Great american/50 recipes

Try these fruit cake bars instead of fruit bread, they are very handy and delicious, also they are great gifts at Thanksgiving or Christmas!

This is a great first time pad thai recipe. You will need some special ingredients to get started but once you have added them to your pantry this makes a great weeknight meal.

A quick and easy lunch that is great on the go! Best stored in a thermos so its right there when you want it.

Simple but irresistible, this cake is great for dessert after dinner.

A delicious jelly made of parsley leaves, fruit pectin and lemon juice that tastes great with crackers.

Aplets are a great bar cookie for summertime or school lunch boxes.

A simple yet super tasty pizza topped with a fresh and chunky topping with a crispy bottomed crust.

Quick 'n easy, warm, cheesy, tasty, and better than your average appetizer.

Fish with a great mandarin orange sauce

This deliciousness came about when my neighbor Johnny brought over a ton of veggies from his garden one summer. This is a light but flavorful dish that is probably one of 6 year olds favorite meals. I serve it over rice but I'm sure it would taste great with a pasta too. As far as measurements, I'm terrible at measuring and usually just throw in as I go, so use as a guide and get creative while cooking!

Don't be deceived by the name. These brownies with a little added bonus of protein are great!

Super easy and tasty, your crock pot does all the work for you!