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    Delicious and Easy Family Recipes

    Welcome to Winding Creek Ranch, a recipe blog with easy-to-make recipes your family will love. All the recipes are triple-tested to ensure they are always delicious, and you'll find all of them right here! You will quickly find out you don't have to spend hours in the kitchen to make a delicious meal!

    Cozy Soups and Stews

    There's nothing more perfect on a chilly night than curling up with a big bowl of steaming hot soup or stew. So warming and so tasty, you'll want to curl up with a bowl of these all season long.

    • A bowl of buttercup squash soup in a white bowl with sliced jalapeno pepper and cream on top.
      Healthy Buttercup Squash Soup Recipe with Carrots
    • A closeup of a spoon lifting up some creamy chicken soup out of the slow cooker.
      Easy Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Soup with Pasta and Spinach
    • Instant pot ham and potato soup in a white bowl with a white spoon, with a gray dishcloth beside it.
      Delicious Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup Recipe
    • Instant pot venison stew in a white bowl with bread on the side.
      Instant Pot Venison Stew

    Smoothie Recipes

    Start your day right with a nutritious and delicious smoothie! Whether you're looking for an energizing breakfast or a midday pick-me-up, these easy smoothie recipes will hit the spot!

    • Thick berry smoothie bowl with sliced bananas and raspberries, haskap berries, and shredded coconut.
      How To Make A Thick Smoothie Bowl
    • A closeup of a mango pineapple smoothie in 2 glasses with straws.
      Healthy Mango Pineapple Smoothie Recipe
    • A spoon in the strawberry banana smoothie bowl that is topped with strawberries, banana, coconut, and chia seeds.
      Easy Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
    • A picture of two glasses filled with creamy mango banana smoothie.
      Healthy Mango Banana Smoothie

    Low Carb Recipes

    Eating low-carb doesn't have to be boring! With a little creativity and some delicious ingredients, you can enjoy delicious meals without compromising on flavor!

    • Easy to make Air Fryer tuna patties served with lettuce and tomato, garnished with parsley.
      Air Fryer Keto Tuna Patties (Low-carb)
    • Meatballs without breadcrumbs on a bed of rice on a white plate.
      Easy Low Carb Meatballs Without Breadcrumbs Recipe
    • Tilapia fillets cooked in the air fryer and served on a white platter with slices of fresh lemon.
      Tilapia in Air Fryer - No Breading (Keto-Friendly)
    • A closeup of bacon-wrapped asparagus in the air fryer basket.
      Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Air Fryer (Keto) 

    Newest Recipes

    These are the latest and greatest recipes up on the blog! Check them out!

    • Refreshing watermelon salad in a white serving bowl, topped with a fresh basil leaf, with sliced lime beside it.
      Easy Watermelon Basil Salad with Feta and Honey Glaze
    • Pineapple chicken stir fry in a white bowl, topped with sliced green onion and sesame seeds, with chopsticks
      Sweet and Tangy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
    • Homemade Irish soda bread baked in a cast iron skillet.
      Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe Without Buttermilk
    • A creamy shamrock protein shake in a tall glass, topped with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles.
      Easy Shamrock Protein Shake Recipe (Healthy Smoothie)

    Venison Recipes

    This collection of venison recipes has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a hearty dish to warm you up on a cold winter's night, or something lighter for a quick and easy meal.

    • A collection of delicious ground venison recipes, dirty cauliflower rice, chili, slow cooker chili, and a juicy burger.
      Ground Venison Recipes - 19 Easy Recipes
    • Venison meatballs with sweet and sour sauce served on a bed of jasmine rice with sesame seeds sprinkled on top.
      Venison Meatballs With Sweet and Sour Sauce
    • Smoked venison roast placed on a white table, with a few slices cut off, with wedge fries around it.
      Best Smoked Venison Roast Recipe
    • Pot roast on a bed of spinach leaves on a white platter.
      Easy Instant Pot Venison Roast (One-Pot Recipe)

    See more Venison Recipes →

    Easy Casserole Recipes

    Looking for an easy way to get dinner on the table? Check out these easy casserole recipes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious, hearty meal on the table that the whole family will love.

    • Pasta shells stuffed with chicken alfredo and broccoli in a casserole dish.
      Easy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells With Spinach
    • Smoked stuffed peppers on a white plate with melted cheese on top.
      Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice and Cheese
    • Oven baked fluffy omelet casserole made with fresh peppers, cheese, and ham.
      Easy Fluffy Oven-Baked Omelet Casserole
    • Instant pot lazy lasagna in a white bowl, topped with shredded mozzarella cheese.
      Easy Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna Recipe

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    About Jeri

    Hi, I'm Jeri!

    I'm a passionate home cook who loves creating recipes that are simple enough for busy families but still full of flavor.

    On this blog, you'll find various easy-to-follow recipes that use everyday ingredients – and can be put together in no time at all!

    Whether you're looking for recipes for quick weeknight dinners, weekend get-togethers, or something special to celebrate a special occasion, I hope you'll find something here to try!

    So grab a cup of coffee (or tea) and look around!

    Learn more about me →

    Trending Homemade Recipes

    These are the top 8 most shared recipes from my kitchen that readers are loving right now. At Winding Creek Ranch, I love to make recipes that are easy, simple, and taste delicious.

    • Perfectly cooked thighs in the air fryer basket.
      Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
    • Homemade iced coffee with cream being added to the glass.
      How To Make Delicious Iced Coffee At Home
    • A closeup of pork chops on a platter.
      Thin Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
    • Smoked salmon fillet baked to perfection, placed on a slate board with slices of lemon beside it.
      Best Smoked Salmon on Pellet Grill
    • Dry spice rub for chicken in a white bowl.
      Dry Rub For Smoked Chicken
    • Closeup of smoked chicken thighs stacked on a white plate.
      The Best Smoked Chicken Thighs On A Pellet Grill
    • A white plate of food sitting on a table, with Salmon and Teriyaki sauce.
      Teriyaki Salmon Air Fryer
    • A smoked whole chicken sitting upright in a holder.
      Smoked Whole Chicken On A Pellet Grill

    Delicious Dinner Recipes

    Dinner is the time of day when you get to relax and enjoy a meal with those closest to you. So, if you're looking for some new dinner recipes, I've got them! Check out these easy dinners that are sure to be a hit with your family!

    • Teriyaki pineapple meatballs on a white plate.
      Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe
    • A BBQ pulled chicken sandwich on a white plate.
      Simple Two Ingredient Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
    • Homemade crunchwrap supreme cut in half and placed on a white plate.
      Taco Bell Crunchwrap Recipe (Copycat)
    • Perfectly cooked thighs in the air fryer basket.
      Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

    See more Dinner Recipes →

    Pellet Grill (Smoker) Recipes

    Find amazing recipes for your pellet grill or smoker. These are our favorite pellet grill recipes that are easy to make and taste absolutely delicious! Let's get grilling!

    • Smoked salmon fillet baked to perfection, placed on a slate board with slices of lemon beside it.
      Best Smoked Salmon on Pellet Grill
    • A smoked whole chicken sitting upright in a holder.
      Smoked Whole Chicken On A Pellet Grill
    • Closeup of smoked chicken thighs stacked on a white plate.
      The Best Smoked Chicken Thighs On A Pellet Grill
    • Two smoked pork tenderloins on white paper on a white table, one is left whole, and one is sliced.
      The Best Smoked Pork Tenderloin on Pellet Grill

    See more Smoker Recipes →

    Air Fryer Recipes

    You can have a variety of delicious meals in no time with an air fryer! These recipes are so easy to make and will be a hit with your family. Make sure you try this awesome air fryer recipe collection today!

    • A closeup of pork chops on a platter.
      Thin Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
    • Waffle fries on parchment paper with dipping sauces.
      How To Make Frozen Waffle Fries In An Air Fryer
    • Air fryer sausages placed on parchment paper with a bunch of cilantro in the background.
      Easy Air Fryer Sausage
    • Perfectly cooked thighs in the air fryer basket.
      Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

    See more Air Fryer Recipes →

    Easy Chicken Recipes

    This collection of delicious and easy chicken recipes will please the whole family! And best of all, these recipes are quick and easy to make, so you can enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

    • A closeup of chicken breasts on a plate with a salad.
      Simple Frozen Chicken Breast In Air Fryer
    • Extra crispy air fryer chicken wings on a serving tray with ranch dipping sauce.
      Extra Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Baking Powder
    • Cooked bacon-wrapped chicken in the air fryer basket.
      Bacon-Wrapped Boneless Chicken Breast in Air Fryer
    • A closeup overhead picture of crispy air fryer chicken legs.
      Easy Crispy Chicken Legs in the Air Fryer

    See more Chicken Recipes →

    Easy Salmon Recipes

    Looking for some inspiration for your next salmon dish? Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or something a little more special for a weekend feast, one of these recipes will be sure to please!

    • An overhead view of the air fryer teriyaki chicken thigh on a bed of white rice, garnished with sesame seeds.
      Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
    • Maplesoy glazed salmon on a white plate with rice, sliced avocado, and sliced lime.
      Best Soy Maple Glazed Salmon (Baked)
    • A white plate of food sitting on a table, with Salmon and Teriyaki sauce.
      Teriyaki Salmon Air Fryer
    • Smoked salmon fillet baked to perfection, placed on a slate board with slices of lemon beside it.
      Best Smoked Salmon on Pellet Grill

    See more Seafood Recipes →

    Recently Updated Recipes

    I have recently updated these recipes, please visit them again to view the updated version!

    • Baileys Irish cream two-layer cake iced with baileys buttercream icing and placed on a glass cake stand.
      Easy Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Cake Recipe
    • A halibut fillet on a white plate with homemade tartar sauce, sweet potato fries, and broccoli.
      Air Fryer Halibut with Crispy Parmesan Crust
    • A delicious spinach smoothie poured into a tall glass, with a small bowl of blueberries beside it, and spinach leaves behind it.
      Easy Spinach Smoothie Recipe
    • A large mug filled with a delicious homemade latte, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon, with loose coffee beans on the table.
      How To Make A Delicious Latte At Home

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