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Wake up to the tasty flavors of this everything bagel casserole! It’s made with everything bagels and seasoning, sausage, eggs, cream cheese, and gruyère cheese. The result is a creamy and savory breakfast casserole that everyone will devour!

Breakfast casseroles are the ultimate breakfast idea for feeding a crowd. Make them the night before so they’re ready to go in the morning! Try this overnight breakfast casserole, my croissant breakfast casserole, and this easy crescent roll casserole.

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

If you love the flavor of everything bagel seasoning then this breakfast casserole will knock your socks off! This everything bagel casserole is loaded with so many flavors and hearty ingredients to keep you satisfied. Toasted bagel pieces and sausage are baked to perfection in a decadent cheesy egg mixture! Prepare this casserole the night before, keep it in the fridge, and then all you have to do is pop it in the oven the next morning! 

I love everything bagels so much that I even have a recipe to make them at home! I make a big batch and then we enjoy them throughout the week. My kids love to use them for these tasty bagel sandwiches, and I use the extra bagels to make this casserole!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this delicious everything bagel casserole. It’s so easy and adaptable to make just how you like it! See my tips and variations below for ideas.

Everything Bagels: Cut into bite-sized pieces and toasted.

Breakfast Sausage: Cooked and crumbled for added protein.

Cream Cheese: Adds to the creaminess of the egg mixture.

Whole Milk: Any milk will work, but I love using whole milk to add richness.

Eggs: Use large eggs for this recipe.

Everything Bagel Seasoning: Boost the everything bagel flavor with more seasoning!

Gruyère Cheese: Shredded Gruyere cheese is SO delicious in this recipe.

Green Onions or Parlsey: Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley before serving.

Everything Bagle Casserole Recipe

Casseroles are so easy to assemble because the ingredients are all combined and poured into the same pan! Toast your bagel pieces ahead of time and assemble the casserole when you’re ready. Follow my step-by-step instructions below!

Preheat the Oven/ Cut the Bagels: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and spread the cut-up bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Toast the Bagel Pieces: Toast the bagels in the oven for about 8 minutes, stirring them around about halfway through. Once dry and toasty, remove them from the oven and let the bagel pieces cool completely.

Whisk the Milk Mixture: While the bagels cool, heat the cream cheese in a large bowl in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, until it is very soft. Use a hand mixer to beat the cream cheese until it is smooth. Slowly mix in the milk and everything bagel seasoning. Whisk the mixture until very smooth and creamy.

Add the Eggs and Cheese: Whisk in the eggs and stir in the shredded cheese. 

Combine the Egg/Milk Mixture, Sausage, and Toasted Bagel Pieces: Once the bagel pieces are fully cooled, add them to a bowl with the cooked sausage and the egg mixture. Toss together until fully combined. Cover and set aside to soak for 15-20 minutes.

Prepare Baking Dish: Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 4-quart baking dish with pan spray.

Bake: After the mixture has soaked transfer it to the prepared dish and sprinkle the top with additional everything bagel seasoning. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a knife comes out clean from the center and it doesn’t jiggle when you shake it gently.

Garnish and Serve: Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions and serving.

Combine the cream cheese, milk, and
everything bagel seasoning

Whisk in the eggs and stir in the cheese

Combine the toasted bagel pieces, cooked sausage, and egg mixture

Soak the casserole and bake

White Cheddar Mac and Cheese is super creamy and filled with rich, decadent flavor. This pasta recipe is the perfect comforting side dish for potlucks, holidays or even weeknight dinners!

If your family loves a good mac and cheese recipe like ours does, you’ll want to try our fall-inspired pumpkin mac and cheese, this spicy buffalo mac and cheese or this grown-up version lobster mac and cheese. They are all so different and SO tasty!

White Cheddar Mac and Cheese Recipe

This white cheddar mac and cheese might be even better than the original! It is filled with amazing creaminess and that delicious cheddar taste that we all love. Plus, you have the option to bake it in a dish topped with a buttery, seasoned bread crumb topping. This is the side dish my kids always request, and I’m quite happy to oblige. It’s so delicious, the whole family gets excited when this pasta dish is on the menu! 

It comes together easily with very little hands-on time, making it a great side or vegetarian main for weeknight dinners. It’s also great for potlucks and holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. It’s pure comfort food that you’re going to love!

Ingredients Needed

This white cheddar mac and cheese recipe is made with a combination of simple ingredients that come together for a cozy, comforting combination of wonderful flavor and texture. See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

Pasta: Elbow noodles are classic but we love using shell pasta because the cheesy sauce gets trapped in each shell for heavenly flavor in every bite.

Butter: An essential ingredient for rich velvety macaroni and cheese. Use unsalted butter to control the amount of salt in the recipe.

Flour: All-purpose flour will help to thicken the cheese sauce.

Milk: We recommend using whole milk for creamy results.

Heavy Whipping Cream: Used in addition to the whole milk for maximum creaminess and richness.

Cheese: Sharp white cheddar cheese actually has the same flavor as regular sharp cheddar, it just hasn’t been died orange.

Salt and Pepper: To enhance all of the delicious flavors.

Seasonings: Add in a small amount of both garlic powder and onion powder for a boost of flavor!

Bread crumb topping for serving

Italian Breadcrumbs: The contrasting texture of the crispy bread crumbs with the creamy macaroni is to die for!

Butter: Melted butter mixed with the bread crumbs will help them get golden and crisp while baking.  

Seasonings: A simple mix of dried parsley and dried oregano add color and a bit of extra flavor.

Salt and Pepper: To taste!

How to Make White Mac and Cheese

Your family and friends will go wild for this dish! It’s easy and so tasty with the best creamy texture. Here’s how to make it:

Boil Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions until it is just al dente. Drain the pasta and drizzle a small amount of oil over them, toss the oil in the noodles to keep them from sticking together and set aside.

Make the Sauce: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux. Gradually pour in the milk and heavy whipping cream. Continue to stir while bringing everything up to temp and thickening the sauce.

Stir in the Cheese and Seasonings: Add in the cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cooked pasta. Stir to incorporate everything well and remove from heat.

For the Bread Crumb Topping

Prep: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, melted butter, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Stir to mix well.

Toast: Spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly across the baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy.

Serve: Serve the mac and cheese with the breadcrumbs sprinkled over the top, add more salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!

Make the white cheddar sauce

Add the seasonings

Add the cooked pasta shells

Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce and serve
with the breadcrumb topping

This honey-glazed ham is coated with delicious brown sugar and sweet honey glaze! It’s tender and juicy and goes with everything which makes it ideal for any holiday meal!

The holidays at our house always have meat that’s the star of the show! Try this Turkey, Prime Rib, or Beef Wellington next for more delicious recipes to enjoy for your holiday dinner!

The BEST Honey Glazed Ham Recipe

Trust me, this honey glazed ham is one of the most tender and juicy hams you will ever have. Whether it’s Easter or Christmas, this ham is sure to be the star of the dinner table! This ham also goes well with a bunch of different sides. You can mix and match! And did I mention the potential of the leftovers? Use your leftover ham for Sliders, Quiche, or even this Ham and Eggs Potato Hash!

A lot of people ask me how to bake the perfect ham. It’s pretty simple but there are a few tricks to get your ham to taste fantastic. My favorite tip is to use is a simple honey ham glaze so the ham has a sweet, caramelized flavor. Once you have made it once like this, you won’t want it any other way.

Ingredient List

I love the smell of ham baking in the oven, it gets me so excited for the holidays! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

Ham: You want to get a ham that is about 5 pounds and precooked. I used a boneless, spiral-cut ham, but a bone-in ham will also work.

Butter: For richness!

Honey: So the glaze has sweet flavor and the perfect sticky texture.

Brown Sugar: For the perfect caramelized outer layer. A must for honey glazed ham!

Cinnamon and Cloves: These extra spices are optional but I LOVE the added flavor. It complements the ham perfectly!

Combine the glaze ingredients into a saucepan

Heat the glaze

Brush the glaze on the ham, cover with foil, and bake

Glaze and broil the ham

How to Make a Honey Glazed Ham

For easy prep, you can get a precooked ham at your local grocery store! If you choose a larger ham simply double the glaze mixture to have enough to cover over your ham. 

Let Your Ham Rest: Take the ham out of the refrigerator and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Make the Glaze: Prepare the glaze by heating the butter, honey, brown sugar, and spices in a medium saucepan on medium-low heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the glaze starts to thicken. Remove from the heat and allow the glaze to slightly cool.

Prepare Ham, Add the Glaze: Place the ham in the middle of the baking dish or roasting pan cut side down. Brush half of the glaze on top and get in all the crevices! Cover the ham completely with foil so the ham doesn’t dry out.

Bake: Bake the ham according to how many pounds you have, about 15 minutes per pound. My ham took about 1 ½ hours.

Glaze and Broil: Once the ham is warmed through, remove the foil to caramelize the top. Brush additional glaze on top of the ham. Save some for serving if you would like! Adjust the heat to broil and let the glaze caramelize and darken for about 3-5 minutes. Watch it closely!

Rest: Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing! Serve with your favorite vegetable side dish and mashed potatoes!

Meet lemon tiramisu! The most amazing citrusy twist on a classic Italian dessert. The layers of mascarpone cream and lemon curd will have you reaching for another slice!

Now that the temperatures are warming up, bring on the lemon! Here are a few more of my favorite recipes for you to try: lemon icebox cake, lemon cheesecake, and lemon bars!

Why You’ll Love It

I mean, it’s tiramisu… and lemon.. a no-brainer combination! Instead of the chocolate and espresso powder, this recipe opts for layers of zesty mascarpone cream, lemon curd, and of course, those tasty ladyfinger biscuits.

But this time, instead of being soaked in coffee, they’re soaked in a homemade lemon syrup for more bright, delicious flavor! We have been pretty obsessed with this lemon tiramisu at my house, and I know once you try it you will be too. It’s the best balance of tangy and sweet! Perfect for whipping up whenever you get a sweet tooth this spring and summer.

Ingredients You’ll Need

I know it looks like a lot, but most of the ingredients are reused throughout each tiramisu layer. (e.g. lemon juice, lemon zest, and sugar.) Since lemon is the main flavor here, I highly recommend using fresh lemon juice rather than bottled. It makes all the difference!

Lemon Curd

Eggs & Sugar: The base of the curd, whisked together until it’s light and fluffy.

Fresh Lemon Juice, Zest & Salt: A burst of bright lemon flavor balanced by a touch of salt.

Butter: Adds richness and helps thicken the curd into a smooth, glossy consistency.

Vanilla Extract: For some warm flavor that complements the lemon perfectly.

Lemon Syrup

Sugar & Water: Creates a simple syrup to lightly moisten the ladyfingers.

Lemon Juice & Zest: Infuses the syrup with more tasty lemon flavor.

Mascarpone Cream/ Tiramisu Assembly

Heavy Whipping Cream: Whipped until it reaches soft peaks!

Sugar & Vanilla Extract: Sweetens and adds a touch of warmth to the cream.

Mascarpone Cheese: Don’t skip this! It’s what makes tiramisu so creamy, delicious, and irresistible.

Lemon Zest: So the creamy filling has a little extra citrus flavor.

Ladyfingers: Delicate cookies that get a quick dip in the lemon syrup to make them soft and moist.

Candied Lemon Slices: These are optional, but will take your lemon tiramisu to the next level. They taste great and look even better!

Lemon Tiramisu Recipe

Don’t mind all of the steps, tiramisu is actually a lot easier to put together than you’d think! And the best part is? No baking required! (Perfect for those scorching hot summer days!)

Lemon Curd

Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk the eggs and sugar together for a minute or so, until light and glossy. Whisk in the lemon juice, zest, and salt. Heat over medium-low heat while whisking constantly for 3-4 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.

Add Butter and Vanilla: Whisk in the butter 1 tablespoon at a time until it is all melted. Continue to whisk the mixture for 5-6 minutes, until it has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Strain: Use a silicone spatula or a wooden spoon to run the curd through a fine mesh strainer into a storage container. Lay a piece of plastic wrap over the top and press it down until it touches the entire surface of the curd. This will prevent a film from forming on the curd as it cools.

Chill: Cover with an airtight lid or another layer of tight plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until completely cooled.

Lemon Syrup

Combine and Heat: Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until the mixture is boiling and all the sugar has dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool completely.

Mascarpone Cream

Whip: Whip the cream to soft peaks. Add in the sugar slowly, and whip until stiff peaks.

Combine: Combine the mascarpone cheese and ½ cup of lemon curd until smooth. Fold in the whipped cream, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.

Dip the Cookies: Dip half of the ladyfingers quickly in the cooled syrup until fully coated and layer on the bottom of a 4-quart baking dish. If you need to cut the cookies to fit in the odd spaces, cut them carefully and fill in the bottom of the pan. 

Layer: Layer half of the cream mixture over them and smooth. Top with ½-⅔ cup of lemon curd and smooth. Dip and layer the other half of the ladyfingers over the top of the cream until it is fully covered with cookies.

Repeat: Spread the remaining cream over the top and smooth out. Top with ½-⅔ cup of lemon curd and smooth. You may end up with a little cream and curd leftover, depending on the size and shape of your serving dish. 

Chill and Serve: Let the tiramisu chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. When you are ready to serve, garnish with fresh or candied lemon slices and sprigs of mint leaves, if desired.

French Onion Pork Chops have all of the wonderful flavors of the classic soup in pork chop form! Caramelized onions and seared pork chops are joined with a savory sauce and two types of cheese for an amazing meal. Everything is cooked in one pan for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!

Make a complete meal by serving these up with a few tasty sides! You will love them served over my dad’s famous mashed potatoes paired with creamy parmesan Brussels sprouts, and don’t forget some fluffy rolls for sopping up all of the delicious gravy.

French Onion Pork Chops Recipe

French Onion Pork Chops are tender, juicy, and satisfyingly covered in a deliciously rich, flavorful gravy. This one-pan main is the perfect comforting dish that your family will love! It’s just like something you might order in a fancy restaurant featuring pork chops cooked in one skillet with caramelized onions in a creamy gravy. Finish with fresh herbs and plenty of melty cheese for a meal you’ll want to make again and again!

If you enjoy the flavor of French onion soup, don’t miss my other French onion-inspired recipes! You will love this ultra-delicious French onion pasta, this tender and delicious puff pastry French onion tart and don’t miss this creamy French Onion Chicken!

Ingredients Needed

This French Onion Pork Chops recipe is made with all of the classic French onion ingredients. Caramelized onions, beef broth, herbs, and cheese all cook together with the pork chops. This combination of ingredients is always a hit! Exact measurements are in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Pork Chops: Either bone-in or boneless pork chops will work, just adjust your cook time. Bone-in will take a little longer to cook.

Yellow Onions: Our favorite type of onions to caramelize for balanced sweet-savory flavor.

Butter: For caramelizing the onions.

Garlic: Adds depth of flavor and complexity.

Beef Broth: Gives the gravy a nice consistency while adding flavor.

All-Purpose Flour: The thickening agent for the creamy sauce.

Worcestershire Sauce: Flavors of vinegar, garlic, chiles, molasses and more give the sauce a fantastic umami taste.

Herbs: Fresh thyme and fresh rosemary add freshness and extra flavor.

Salt and Pepper: Season to taste and enhance all of the flavors!

Cheese: Add Swiss cheese and gruyere cheese over the top of the chicken and bake to create the perfect melty cheese crust.

How to Make French Onion Pork Chops

French onion pork chops are not only easy to make, but everything is made in one pan for a hassle-free meal! The taste is so good too! Here’s the very simple process:

Prep: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, set saide. Cut the onions in half and slice them about ¼ inch thick to create half circles.

Caramelize Onions: In a large cast iron, or oven safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions into the pan, sauté the onions stirring occasionally until they are golden brown and caramelized, about 20-30 minutes.

Sear the Pork Chops: Once the onions have caramelized remove them from the pan, add the pork chops to the pan and sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side.

Start the Sauce: Remove the pork chops from the pan and add the onions back in. Whisk in the flour to create a thick paste. Slowly pour in the beef broth, whisking continually to avoid lumps developing. Remove from heat.

Add Pork Chops to Pan with Sauce: Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper. Add the pork chops back to the pan and coat in the sauce. Cover each pork chop with one slice of swiss and one slice of gruyere cheese.

Bake: Place the skillet into the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted nicely.

Serve: Remove the pan from the oven. Serve the pork chops with the onions and sauce over the top and sprinkled with additional thyme.

Upgrade your spaghetti with some cowboy fixings: sliced jalapenos, bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and rotel tomatoes! It’s a hearty American version of a classic dish that everyone will love!

More ‘cowboy’ recipes you’ve got to try out next: cowboy breakfast casserole, cowboy hamburger soup, and cowboy beans! They’re all so hearty and chock full of the best mix-ins. Perfect for potlucks and get-togethers as the weather warms up!

What is Cowboy Spaghetti?

Just the hearty, flavorful dinner you need this week. Cowboy spaghetti takes classic tomato pasta and makes it even better by throwing in sliced jalapenos for heat, allll the bacon, shredded cheddar cheese instead of parmesan, and smoky rotel tomatoes! One bite and you’ll be obsessed.

I know you might be thinking that a Tex-Mex twist on a classic Italian dish sounds odd, but trust me! It works. It’s so hearty and full of flavor, you won’t be able to resist getting a second helping! Let’s get into all of the tasty ingredients you’ll need to make it.

Ingredients in Cowboy Spaghetti

For easy prep, cowboy spaghetti uses a lot of simple spices and canned goods. It’s the best! The beauty is in the mix-ins, so feel free to add in any other hearty ingredients you’d like- diced green chilis, salsa, other types of cheese, you name it! And as always, exact measurement are in the recipe card below.

Dry Spaghetti: To soak up all the delicious sauce! You can use other types of pasta as well, whatever you have on hand!

Chopped Bacon: Adds a delicious, meaty twist to the dish.

Lean Ground Beef: The main protein in cowboy spaghetti. You can also sub it out for ground turkey or even sausage.

Onion and Garlic: Get minced and added into the meat mixture to give it more flavor.

Seasonings and Spices: I used a mix of chili powder, salt, and pepper. You could swap out the chili powder for smoked paprika if you wanted something a little warmer and smokier with less heat.

Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a complex savory and tangy flavor.

Rotel Tomatoes, Undrained: Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles adds a bit of spice and texture to the sauce. Use mild or hot, depending on your spice preference.

Tomato Sauce: This adds body and acidity to the sauce.

Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Perfect for sprinkling on top. It gets nice and melty!

Green Scallions, Diced for Garnish: These add a fresh, oniony bite and pop of color.

Jalapeno, Sliced for Garnish (optional, but highly recommended!): If you like things spicy, jalapeno adds a fresh kick to the dish.

How to Make It

Ready in 20 minutes, cowboy spaghetti is the best weeknight dinner! With all of its hearty mix-ins, it’s sure to satisfy everyone.

Cook Spaghetti Noodles: Cook the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions to al dente.

Cook Bacon: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and chopped bacon pieces. Cook until browned and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Cook Beef and Onion: Returning to the skillet, add the beef and diced onion. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onion is softened.

Add Garlic: Add the garlic then stir and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Mix in Extra Seasonings: Stir in the chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, Rotel tomatoes, and tomato sauce.

Combine: Season the meat mixture with salt and pepper then stir to combine.

Add Pasta: Drain the cooked pasta and then add it to the skillet of meat and sauce.

Garnish: Garnish with shredded cheese and toppings then enjoy!

Craving the sweet, tangy flavor of the Cheesecake Factory’s tamarind cashew dipping sauce? Look no further! This copycat recipe captures all the delicious flavors you love in a simple, homemade version that’s ready in minutes. Serve it up with my avocado egg rolls for the full experience!

I LOVE the Cheesecake Factory, as well as trying to recreate my favorite dishes at home! A few more recipes to try next: Louisiana chicken pasta, chicken Madeira, and of course- brown bread!

Tamarind Cashew Sauce (Cheesecake Factory Copycat)

Ever crave that delicious dipping sauce that’s served with the Cheesecake Factory’s lettuce wraps or avocado egg rolls? You can enjoy that same sweet and tangy goodness right at home with this simple recipe! But be warned – this tamarind cashew dipping sauce is super addictive and you’re going to want to make it all the time. Guilty!

This homemade version of the Cheesecake Factory’s tamarind cashew dipping sauce is bursting with warm, tangy flavor. Nutty cashews and fresh cilantro blend with the sweet and sour notes of tamarind paste and honey. This sauce is so unique, it was tricky to get the flavor right, but I think I cracked the code! Try it for yourself, I know you’ll love it as much as we do!

Ingredient List

Apple Cider Vinegar and Tamarind Paste: These two ingredients add a delightful sour punch that cuts through the sweetness and balances out the richness of the cashews.

Honey: Adds a sticky sweetness that makes the sauce so good!

Olive Oil: Helps create a smooth texture.

Cilantro: So the sauce has a pop of herby flavor. If you’re not a big cilantro fan, don’t worry! The flavor isn’t overpowering in this recipe.

Cashews: Add nutty flavor and a creamy texture once blended with the other ingredients.

Garlic and Ginger: A dynamic duo that brings warmth and depth of flavor to the mix. I recommend using fresh instead of powdered, if possible.

Cumin, Black Pepper, and Turmeric: These aromatic spices take the flavor to the next level.

How to Make Tamarind Cashew Dipping Sauce

Heat Ingredients: In a small bowl mix together the apple cider vinegar, tamarind paste, honey, and olive oil. Heat in the microwave until it has just come together smoothly, about 20 seconds.

Add to Blender: Pour the vinegar, tamarind, and honey mixture into a food processor or blender along with the cilantro, cashews, garlic, ginger, cumin, pepper, turmeric, and olive oil.

Blend: Pulse until everything has blended together into a smooth, even consistency.

Enjoy: Pour the sauce into a bowl and enjoy!

Elevate your Easter ham with this super easy homemade glaze! Made with simple spices, brown sugar, honey, and butter, it’s the best way to add extra flavor and texture. A must-make!

If you’re looking for some last-minute recipes to add to your Easter lineup, I’ve got you covered: roasted brown butter honey garlic carrots, garlic herb mashed potatoes, and the BEST deviled eggs!

Brown Sugar and Honey Ham Glaze

Want to impress everyone with a delicious ham for Easter or Christmas that looks and tastes amazing? This glaze recipe is super easy and will make your ham the star of the show! It’s packed with warm and inviting flavors like cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of nutmeg. The brown sugar and honey add sweetness, and the secret ingredient, ground mustard, gives it an extra pop of flavor that everyone will love.

Brushing this glaze on your ham before (and during) the cooking process will make it super juicy and flavorful. And that caramelized crust? Crispy, sticky-sweet, and oh-so-satisfying. Seriously, a holiday must-make! It will take your ham to the next level.

Glaze Ingredients

Let’s get into the ingredients for this amazing brown sugar ham glaze and what each of them do! If you’re looking for exact measurements, they can all be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Butter: This adds richness and helps create that beautiful caramelized crust.

Light Brown Sugar: The main sweetener of the glaze! Light brown sugar will also contribute to that caramelized outer layer. If you only have dark brown sugar, that works too – it will just add a slightly deeper molasses flavor.

Honey: Another sweetener, honey adds some extra flavor but also gives the ham glaze the perfect texture. Nice and sticky! You can also substitute maple syrup for a similar flavor, but reduce the amount by a tablespoon since maple syrup is sweeter.

Ground Mustard: Don’t worry, this won’t make your glaze taste too mustard-y! It adds a subtle tang that cuts through the sweetness and brings out all the other flavors.

Spices: A sprinkle of cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of nutmeg take the flavor of this glaze to the next level.

Recipe for Homemade Ham Glaze

I know preparing a holiday dinner can get hectic. But look- this ham glaze only takes 5 minutes to mix up. It really is a necessity! Add it to that tasty ham and thank me later!

Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the butter, brown sugar, honey, ground mustard, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg if using.

Whisk: Over medium-high heat, whisk until the butter melts, the sugar dissolves, and the ingredients are smooth and combined.

Warm Through: Continue to heat for 1-2 minutes or until the glaze is warmed through.

Add to Ham Before and During Cooking: Baste the glaze on top of your ham before it goes in the oven to cook. Save some glaze to baste on the ham throughout the cooking process and right before serving.

Combine the ham glaze ingredients into a small saucepan

Whisk and cook until the ingredients are melted and warmed through

Tender and juicy ribeye roast is an incredibly succulent cut of beef. Seasoned with a garlic herb butter rub and cooked to the perfect melt-in-your-mouth temperature. An impressive and delicious roast made easy!

I love a delicious roast! It’s my go-to meal for Sunday dinner, to feed a crowd, or whenever we want a comforting home-cooked meal! For more incredible roast recipes, try my Mississippi pork roast, this melt-in-your-mouth pot roast, or my easy 3-packet roast is always a hit!

Beef Ribeye Roast

What is ribeye roast? Ribeye roast comes from the same cut of beef as prime rib. They both originate in the primal rib of the cow, but there is a difference between these two cuts of beef. Ribeye roast is cut from the lower portion of the primal rib and prime rib is cut from the higher portion of the rib. While prime rib is traditionally cooked with the bone-in, ribeye roast is typically boneless and is the boneless version of prime rib. Ribeye roast is also more affordable! I learned a lot about this from my butcher! Ribeye roasts are often cut down and put on the shelf as ribeye steaks. So be sure to order a whole roast if your grocery store doesn’t typically keep them on the shelf. Trust me, you NEED to make this tender and succulent roast!

Once you have your roast, generously slather it with a tasty herbed butter then pop it in the oven! It’s so easy that you’ll have time to make the perfect side dishes to go along with it. Serve your ribeye roast with these 1-hour rolls and tender asparagus.

Ingredients You Will Need

These ribeye roast ingredients are super simple and make the roast extra flavorful! All you need is the herbed butter ingredients and the roast. So easy! Follow the recipe card below for exact measurements.

Boneless Ribeye Roast: The butcher can help you find a 6-pound boneless ribeye roast if you need help!

Unsalted Butter: Room temperature is easier to work with.

Ground Black Pepper: For seasoning.

Kosher Salt: For seasoning.

Fresh Rosemary and Thyme: Fresh chopped herbs give the best flavor.

Fresh Garlic: You will love the garlic flavor in the tasty herbed butter!

Ribeye Roast Recipe

This ribeye roast is extremely simple to prepare so there is no need to be intimidated. Make your herbed butter, slather it on the roast, and let the oven do the rest. You will love the AMAZING smell it gives your kitchen and everyone will be excited for dinner!

Prepare the Roast: Place a roasting rack in a large roasting pan. Remove the roast from the refrigerator and tie butcher’s twine tightly around it every 1 ½-2 inches. Place the roast in the roasting pan. Set aside and let it sit for up to 2 hours to come to room temperature.

Make the Herbed Butter: Prepare the herbed butter by combining the softened butter with the salt, pepper, herbs, and garlic.

Spread Butter on the Roast: Once the meat is ready to roast, heat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit. Rub the butter all over the outside of the meat.

Cook: When the oven is ready, roast at 475 for 15 minutes before lowering the heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook for an additional 13-15 minutes per pound until the center of the roast reaches 125 degrees Fahrenheit, for medium-rare doneness. For alternative doneness, see the tips section.

Rest: Remove the roast from the oven, transfer to a plate, and cover it with foil. Let it rest for 25-30 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with au jus and horseradish, if desired.

Prepare and spread the herbed butter on the ribeye roast

The best portable pizza ovens get hotter than the oven in your kitchen, so they deliver pizzeria-quality pizzas that are piping hot with crispy crusts and bubbly cheese. You don’t even have to leave your own yard to have one that’s made from scratch!

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I LOVE hosting pizza night at my house! Over the years, I’ve developed a ton of fun recipes for the classic meal that everyone loves, whether that’s a soft and chewy White Pizza or homemade Hawaiian pizza (yes, you can put pineapples on pizza)! The only thing that can make it better is investing in one of the best portable pizza ovens. 

These pizza ovens get hotter than the traditional stove in your kitchen, so they deliver pizzeria-quality pizzas that are piping hot with crispy crusts–and you don’t even have to leave your own yard to have one that’s made from scratch. 

After researching all of the best portable pizza ovens out there, I dubbed the Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven as my top pick. Below, you’ll find more details on other popular models from Ninja, Cuisinart, and more, buy, whether you crave wood-fired pizza or gas-powered convenience, or both.

My Top Picks:

My Top Pick Overall: Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven – $399.95 at Williams Sonoma 

Also Great: Gozney Roccbox Portable Grill – $499 at Amazon

Best Wood-Fired Pizza Oven: Ooni Karu 12 Pizza Oven – $297 at Amazon

Best Electric Pizza Oven: Ninja Woodfire Pizza Oven – $349.99 at Amazon

Most Versatile: Cuisinart 3-in-1 Pizza Oven Plus, Griddle, and Grill – $197 at Amazon

Best Budget Pizza Oven: Onlyfire Stainless Steel Pizza Oven Kit for Grilltop – $169.99 at Amazon

Reviews of The Best Portable Pizza Ovens

1. My Top Pick Overall: Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven

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At the end of the day, it’s the Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven that ranks as the best portable pizza oven you can buy. While it’s smaller than its mighty big brother, the Ooni Koda 16 Gas Pizza Oven, it costs around $200 less and still has enough propane-fueled power to reach up to 950 degrees in 15 minutes — that’s hot enough to cook a wood-fired pizza in just 60 seconds! Plus, a built-in flame keeper directs the flame toward food, so your pizza is cooked evenly every single time.

The sleek and compact design is easy to set up and to clean, which makes it very portable for tailgates, backyard parties, and neighborhood block parties. Since it has a large cooking surface, you can feed a crowd with ease.

The Specs:

Heat Source: Gas

Temperature Range: Up to 950 degrees

Weight: 29 pounds

Max Pizza Size: 13 inches

Special Features: Can cook a pizza in 60 seconds

The Pros:

Heats up fast

Even cooking

Easy to assemble

Easy to clean

The Cons:

Gas only

Heavy

Cover is sold separately

What Others Are Saying

The Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven was named best value pizza oven by Food & Wine and The Spruce Eats. Additionally, it has a 4.4-star rating on Amazon from 1,000 reviews.

Buy the Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven:

2. Also Great: Gozney Roccbox Portable Grill

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The Roccbox portable pizza oven rocks! (See what I did there?) While it’s on the pricier side, it’s for good reason — the design is super cute and compact, especially because of the three retractable legs and detachable burners that make it easy to transport and clean. Meanwhile, the safe-touch silicone exterior is a handy feature, making it safer to touch than other pizza ovens. It’s a little heavy at 50 pounds, but it would still make a great addition to any glamping grip or afternoon spent tailgating. 

It’s also easy to use, extremely reliable for even cooking, and it can be used with gas, charcoal, or hardwood kindling so you can have the best of all worlds (just note you’ll have to buy the brand’s detachable wood burner as an additional accessory for that rustic taste). 

The Specs:

Heat Source: Gas, hardwood kindling, or charcoal briquettes

Temperature Range: Up to 950 degrees

Weight: 50 pounds

Max Pizza Size: 11 inches

Special Features: Includes a professional pizza peel

The Pros:

Cute design

Easy to set up and tear down

Reliable

Heats fast

Comes with a pizza peel

The Cons:

Heavy

What Others are Saying

The Gozney Roccbox Portable Grill has a 4.8-star rating on Amazon from more than 1,700 reviews. It was also named best portable by Food & Wine.

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3. Best Wood Fired: Ooni Karu 12 Pizza Oven

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This Ooni pizza oven is a multi-fuel model and can be used with wood, charcoal, or gas (you will need a gas burner that’s sold separately). It’s extremely compact and lightweight (it’s just above 26 pounds) making it a good portable option, but it still packs the heat of the bigger models since it gets up to 900 degrees in 15 minutes or less! 

The floor of the box is a pizza stone while the body is made of stainless steel that deflects constant heat onto the pizza. For wood-fired pizza, all you have to do is light a pile of wood pellets in a small tray on fire. As they burn, they put off a flame that travels across the oven and out a chimney. Every 15 or 20 seconds you need to give the pizza a spin. 

The result? Delicious wood-fired pizza that comes out crisp, slightly charred, and puffy in 90 seconds or less. 

The Specs:

Heat Source: Wood, charcoal, or gas (if using the attachment).

Temperature Range: Up to 750 degrees

Weight: 26.4 pounds

Max Pizza Size: 12 inches

Special Features: Burns pellets

The Pros:

Versatile

Compact and lightweight

Makes crispy crusts

Heats up quickly

The Cons:

Stray pellets can burn you

What Others Are Saying

The Ooni Karu 12 Pizza Oven has a 4.7-star rating on Amazon from more than 1,400 reviews. Additionally, it was named best for wood-fired pizza by The Spruce Eats.

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4. Best Electric: Ninja Woodfire Pizza Oven

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The best thing about the Ninja Woodfire Pizza Oven is that even though it’s electric, it’s still portable and it gives a wood-fire flavor without having to go through the hassle of starting a grill. All it takes is less than one cup of wood pellets to get that classic taste!

The process of cooking the pizza is also straightforward, especially because you can choose from five pizza settings: Neapolitan, thin crust, pan, New York, or frozen. You don’t have to rotate the pizza to make sure it heats evenly, so you aren’t constantly opening a door and letting the heat out. The drawback of this is that you can’t see the pizza while it’s cooking, so you might have a little trial and error at first, but the manufacturer says it takes about 3 minutes.

Once you figure out how to use it, you’ll be amazed by how much it can do! As an 8-in-1 machine, it also has settings for max roast, specialty roast, pizza, broil, smoker, bake, dehydrate, and warm. Just imagine being able to cook some charred vegetables alongside your pizza the next time you dine al fresco!

The Specs:

Heat Source: Electricity

Temperature Range: Up to 700 degrees

Weight: 32.4 pounds

Max Pizza Size: 12 inches

Special Features: Wood-fired flavor without the work

The Pros:

Straightforward to use

Wood-fired flavor

Even cooking

Heat controlled by dial

The Cons:

You can’t see the food while it cooks

Requires electricity

What Others Are Saying

The Spruce Eats named the Ninja Woodfire Pizza Oven the best electric portable pizza oven.

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5. Most Versatile: Cuisinart 3-in-1 Pizza Oven Plus, Griddle, and Grill

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If you want an outdoor pizza oven that offers versatility without overwhelming you with settings, the Cuisinart 3-in-1 Pizza Oven Plus, Griddle, and Grill is a great pick. 

As the name suggests, it includes a cast-iron grill gate, a griddle, and a 13-inch pizza stone made of cordierite that fits snuggly in between bars on the grill grate. When not in use, you can store the pizza stone on a shelf built into the bottom. This model isn’t intended to get up to scorching hot temperatures like some of the others on this list, so it takes a few minutes longer to cook a pizza. However, since you can seamlessly go from cooking pizza to grilling burgers, I think it’s a fantastic tool for outdoor dining. 

The Specs:

Heat Source: Propane

Temperature Range: Up to 800 degrees

Weight: 45 pounds

Max Pizza Size: 12 inches

Special Features: Comes with a pizza stone

The Pros:

Affordable option

Simple assembly

Consistent heating

Multi-function

The Cons:

Doesn’t get as hot

Longer cooking time

Big footprint

What Others Are Saying

The Cuisinart 3-in-1 Pizza Oven Plus, Griddle, and Grill was dubbed the best multipurpose pizza oven by The Spruce Eats. 

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6. Best Budget: Onlyfire Stainless Steel Pizza Oven Kit for Grill Top

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What’s great about this model is that you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on a whole unit — you can just purchase this product that folds up and goes with you to a place where there’s already a grill. This makes it perfect for camping, especially if you’re at a site where they have public grills. Since it only weighs 10 pounds, it couldn’t be less of a hassle to get from your car, either.

The top of the baking chamber has a flip-over lid, which not only makes it easier for a pizza to slide in and come out, but also allows you to check the baking status of the pizza at any time. The kit also includes a 4-piece tool pack: a heavy stainless steel chamber, a 14-inch round pizza stone, an aluminum pizza peel, and a thermometer. 

The Specs:

Heat Source: Gas

Temperature Range: Up to 800 degrees

Weight: 10 pounds

Max Pizza Size: 14 inches

Special Features: Comes with a pizza stone, pizza peel, and built-in thermometer

The Pros:

Super portable

Not fussy

Lightweight

Comes with accessories

The Cons:

Thermometer may not be reliable

Buy the Onlyfire Stainless Steel Pizza Oven Kit for Grilltop:

Other Portable Pizza Ovens I’ve Researched

Ooni Volt 12 Electric Pizza Oven

The steel shell of this model is powder-coated for weather resistance and it’s insulated so you can take your pizza party outside during the colder months. But outside of that, it doesn’t offer much more than my favorite electric pizza oven from Ninja, which costs around $500 less. The Ooni Volt 12 Electric Pizza Oven is available at Amazon for $899.

Solo Stove Pi Pizza Oven

Although it’s compact, it’s also on the pricey side considering it’s such a small oven that doesn’t have a door and requires you to constantly turn the pizza. The Solo Stove Pi Pizza Oven is available at Amazon for $449.99.

Blackstone Portable Pizza Oven

This model is pretty cool— it can be converted to a 22-inch tabletop griddle for maximum flexibility. Plus it comes with a pizza peel, and rocking pizza cutter, and has a built-in thermometer. But there are much sleeker options that are a little more aesthetically pleasing. The Blackstone Portable Pizza Oven Is available at Walmart for $274.

Why You Can Trust Me

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Hi! I’m Alyssa Rivers, the foodie behind The Recipe Critic. This website launched in 2012 and has blossomed to become a huge part of my life. I’ve been featured on Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post, and Good Morning America, and I’ve created and developed TONS of pizza recipes that you can make at home. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly option everyone will love or a way to upgrade the classic meal, I’ve got you covered. 

When choosing the best portable pizza ovens, I researched trusted review publications and manufacturer websites to get a feel for what’s out there. After that, I scrolled through hundreds of reviews and read comments from buyers to narrow down the best picks based on performance, overall value, and my expertise. 

What to Know About Portable Pizza Ovens

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What to Consider Before Buying a Portable Pizza Oven

Discover the ultimate guide to portable pizza ovens! From the sleek and powerful Ooni Koda 12 to the versatile Roccbox Pizza Oven, explore top picks for unleashing your inner pizzaiolo anywhere. 

Fuel Type: Portable pizza ovens are typically powered by gas, wood, charcoal, or a combination of these fuels. Gas-powered pizza ovens are convenient and easy to use because you can control the temperature with minimal effort. Wood-fired pizza ovens are prized for the way they add a smoky flavor, but they require more skill and effort. Charcoal-powered pizza ovens are in between. The charcoal briquettes add a smoky flavor but require less maintenance or skill. 

Portability: Portability features like size, weight, and ease of transportation are important. Opt for a model that is lightweight and compact if you plan to take it on camping trips, picnics, or other outdoor adventures.

Heat Output: Look for a pizza oven that can reach high temperatures quickly and maintain consistent heat for optimal cooking results. Higher temperatures are essential for achieving crispy crusts and evenly cooked toppings.

Versatility: Some portable pizza ovens offer additional cooking capabilities beyond pizza, such as baking bread, roasting vegetables, or grilling meats. If you want to ensure that your investment is truly worth the money, you may want to opt for a model that can cook more than just pizza.

How Much is a Portable Pizza Oven?

My favorite budget model comes in under $200 and my pick at the top end costs $500 — but there are portable pizza ovens available that cost as much as $1,600! The cost usually depends on the features, materials, and size. 

How to Use a Portable Pizza Oven

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Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use a typical portable pizza oven.

Preheat: If your oven is gas-powered, check that the gas supply is connected and turn it on. For wood or charcoal-fired ovens, start by lighting the fuel source then let it sit until it becomes a bed of hot embers.

 Prepare the pizza: While the oven is preheating, prepare your pizza dough and toppings. The sky’s the limit here!

 Cook: Once the oven has reached the desired temperature, use a pizza peel to transfer the pizza to the oven. Make sure to monitor the pizza as it cooks, rotating it if necessary until each side is cooked.

 Remove and Serve: Once the pizza is cooked, remove it from the oven with the pizza peel. Transfer the pizza to a cutting board, slice, and enjoy.

Can you Build a Portable Pizza Oven?

Anything is possible if you try hard enough, right!? You could purchase clay bricks and other insulating materials and connect them to a metal stand or cart. But it seems like a lot of work, and it could be dangerous to engineer a propane tank on your own. I’d say you’re better off buying one from my list of the best portable pizza ovens!