Easy, Wholesome Recipes for Sharing

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Hey, I'm Madison!

My friends call me Mad and you can too. Here you'll find easy, wholesome recipes, and designed to share with those you love.

Stick around and you'll have my tried and true recipes in your back pocket when you need them.

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featured Christmas Cookie

M&M Christmas Cookie Bars

Whether you need a dessert to bring to a cookie exchange, to enjoy in front of a Christmas movie or just because this holiday season, this M&M Cookie Bar is our go to recommendation!

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Desserts

Everyone's favorite part of the meal! Whether you're hosting friends or just want a special mid-day treat, we have all kinds of desserts to choose from. You'll find cookies, cupcakes, cobblers, crisps, pies and frozen treats!

Dinners

Bring the whole family together with these dinner recipes. Filled with easy recipes your whole family with love that rely on simple cooking skills that don't sacrifice on flavor!

featured Christmas recipe

Cheesy Potatoes

Growing up my grandmother made these every year. It's truly not Christmas in our home without them! You'll love how cozy these are and they serve a crowd easily.

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Cooking Tips

One of the best ways to enjoy cooking is by learning tips and tricks to make cooking easier on you! These cooking tips will help you learn the ins and outs of your kitchen and hopefully find a little joy along the way!