Semi homemade recipes

My kids love chicken potpie, and I really like that this is so quick and easy to put together with frozen veggies and store-bought gravy. To make it even simpler, my friend and I decided to top it with a biscuit crust instead of homemade pastry. It’s delicious! —Linda Drees, Palestine, Texas

I didn't start off as a big fan of bread puddings, but one time I found myself with a large surplus of croissants and decided to get fancy with them. This dark chocolate croissant bread pudding became special to me the minute I tasted it. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

This is another post where I feel like I should remind my readers that although I am not passionate about cooking, I do love a good meal. If there is any way to take a few shortcuts to make prepari…

Whether you need a quick dinner, last-minute dessert or easy appetizer, these shortcut recipes will get the job done in a flash.

When a friend brought this to a gathering at church, I simply had to ask for the recipe—what a fast and fun way to serve potatoes! It's always good to find a recipe that can sneak in a few extra veggies; the kids never find the carrots hidden inside this one. —Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa

So easy to make and can be served as a dessert or sweet breakfast buffet itme.

This simple spin on pizza and a wrap makes a delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Stromboli which is one of the best family meals!

You can quickly make a yummy semi-homemade meal with store-bought rotisserie chicken! Or use up leftover chicken you saved from other meals!

They're the easiest dinners I know.

Wondering what to make for dinner tonight? Tired and Uninspired in the kitchen? Just ready to get food on the table? Let me help with 20 Ridiculously Simple Dinner Ideas to make Meal Time Super Easy! Here you'll find the "Semi Homemade Ideas" and "homemade recipes for when you feel like cooking".