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    Easy and Delicious Family Recipes

    Welcome to Winding Creek Ranch, a recipe blog with easy-to-make recipes your whole family will love. Each recipe is triple-tested to guarantee success every time - without spending hours in the kitchen! These simple yet irresistibly delicious recipes will be a hit with everyone around the table!

    Trending Homemade Recipes

    These are the top trending recipes from my kitchen that readers are loving right now.

    • A whole turkey being smoked on a pellet grill, covered in spice rub, with wisps of smoke behind it on the pellet grill.
      How To Smoke a Whole Turkey on a Pellet Grill
    • A side view of turkey rub in a small white bowl on a wooden table.
      Best Turkey Rub For Smoking
    • Perfectly cooked thighs in the air fryer basket.
      Easy Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
    • 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 Recipe
    • A smoked turkey breast cut into thin slices and placed on a white serving platter.
      Traeger Smoked Turkey Breast (Without Brine)
    • Cream being poured over coffee and ice cubes in a tall glass to make the perfect iced coffee at home.
      How To Make The Best Iced Coffee At Home
    • An overhead picture of the cooked mashed potato casserole in a glass baking dish.
      Easy Twice-Baked Mashed Potato Recipe

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    • Beef
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    • Venison

    Christmas Main Dish Recipes

    Make Christmas Dinner a meal to remember! These main dishes will have everyone begging for seconds!

    • Smoked prime rib roast on white serving platter, with a sprig of rosemary on top.
      Best Smoked Prime Rib Roast Recipe on Pellet Grill
    • Smoked beef tenderloin sliced into two steaks on a wooden cutting board.
      Smoked Beef Tenderloin Recipe on Pellet Grill
    • The juicy brisket cut into thin slices on a wooden cutting board.
      Pellet Grill Oven Smoked Brisket
    • Double smoked ham on white platter, covered in glaze, with green lettuce for garnish.
      Double Smoked Ham on Pellet Grill (Brown Sugar Maple Glaze)
    • A fully cooked ham on a serving platter on a white counter.
      How to Heat a Fully Cooked Ham
    • A smoked brisket on a wooden cutting board.
      The Best Smoked Beef Brisket Recipe in Electric Smoker
    • A whole turkey being smoked on a pellet grill, covered in spice rub, with wisps of smoke behind it on the pellet grill.
      How To Smoke a Whole Turkey on a Pellet Grill
    • A smoked turkey breast cut into thin slices and placed on a white serving platter.
      Traeger Smoked Turkey Breast (Without Brine)

    See more Christmas Main Dish Recipes →

    Christmas Side Dish Recipes

    Serve one (or more) of these easy and delicious side dishes for Christmas dinner!

    • Creamy fruit salad in a white bowl, topped with fresh strawberries, raspberries, grapes, and bananas.
      Fruit Salad with Cool Whip and Pudding
    • A closeup of homemade coleslaw in a white bowl.
      Easy Miracle Whip Coleslaw Recipe
    • Closeup of baked potatoes with sour cream.
      Smoked Baked Potatoes on Pellet Grill
    • Baby red potatoes oven roasted until crispy with seasonings and served with a side of ketchup.
      Convection Oven-Roasted Potatoes Recipe

    See more Christmas Side Dish Recipes →

    Christmas Sweet Treat Recipes

    These sweet treats are perfect for enjoying throughout the Christmas holidays! And they make great gifts too!

    • Christmas fudge sliced in squares and placed on a serving tray.
      Easy Christmas Fudge Recipe
    • Creamy peanut butter fudge cut into small squares on a round cutting board.
      2 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge With Condensed Milk
    • Soft peanut brittle stacked on top of each other with a pan of the rest of the brittle in the background.
      Easy Soft Peanut Brittle Recipe
    • Seven pieces of christmas crack stacked on a white plate, with a tray of christmas crack behind it in a sheet pan.
      Christmas Crack Recipe With Graham Crackers (Graham Cracker Toffee)
    • Cinnamon sugar puff pastry christmas trees on a white countertop, topped with small star sugar cookies.
      Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Christmas Tree
    • Gingersnap cookies stacked on top of each other, with some on a cooling rack in the background.
      Old Fashioned Ginger Snap Cookies Recipe
    • Christmas Muddy Buddies spread out on a baking sheet, with Christmas greenery in the background.
      Christmas Muddy Buddy Recipe (Puppy Chow)
    • Decorated sugar cookies on a rimmed baking sheet.
      Easy Air Fryer Sugar Cookies Recipe

    See more Christmas Sweet Treat Recipes →

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    About Jeri

    Hi, I'm Jeri!

    As a full-time food blogger with 40 years of cooking experience, I am passionate about creating easy and delicious recipes for busy families.

    On this blog, you'll find easy-to-follow recipes that make use of everyday ingredients - you'll be amazed at how fast you can put a delicious meal on the table!

    Whether you're looking for recipes for quick weeknight dinners, weekend get-togethers, or special occasions, you'll find the perfect recipe here.

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

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    Venison Recipes

    From cozy stews to smoked roasts, these venison recipes are perfect any day of the week!

    • 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)
    • Instant pot venison stew in a white bowl with bread on the side.
      Instant Pot Venison Stew
    • Venison meatballs with sweet and sour sauce served on a bed of jasmine rice with sesame seeds sprinkled on top.
      Best Ever Venison Meatballs with Sweet and Sour Sauce

    See more Venison Recipes →

    Pellet Grill (Smoker) Recipes

    These pellet grill recipes are all simple and delicious! From smoky ribs to juicy burgers, there's something for everyone!

    • A smoked brisket on a wooden cutting board.
      The Best Smoked Beef Brisket Recipe in Electric Smoker
    • Smoked chicken wings on white paper with dipping sauce in the background and a green salad
      Pit Boss Smoked Chicken Wings
    • Two smoked pork tenderloins on white paper on a white table, one is left whole, and one is sliced.
      Easy Smoked Pork Tenderloin Recipe on Pellet Grill
    • Apple glazed smoked pork chops on a baking sheet.
      Smoked Apple Pork Chops With Apple Glaze

    See more Pellet Smoker Recipes →

    Iced Coffee Recipes

    Skip your local coffee shop and make iced coffee at home with these easy recipes!

    • Cream being poured over coffee and ice cubes in a tall glass to make the perfect iced coffee at home.
      How To Make The Best Iced Coffee At Home
    • Starbucks copycat iced pumpkin spice latte in a large glass and topped with whip cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Two cinnamon sticks beside it with coffee beans.
      Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Starbucks Copycat Recipe
    • A picture of a Starbucks copycat iced white chocolate mocha in a tall glass.
      Starbucks Iced White Chocolate Mocha Copycat Recipe
    • Brown sugar shaken espresso in a tall glass with a cocktail shaker and brown sugar in the background.
      Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso (Starbucks)

    See more Iced Coffee Recipes →

    Air Fryer Recipes

    Discover the magic of air-frying with these easy and delicious recipes! From crispy appetizers and sides to mouthwatering main courses, these air fryer recipes deliver maximum flavor with minimum fuss!

    • Air fryer potatoes on white paper.
      Ultra Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes
    • A white plate of food sitting on a table, with Salmon and Teriyaki sauce.
      Teriyaki Salmon In Air Fryer
    • A halibut fillet on a white plate with homemade tartar sauce, sweet potato fries, and broccoli.
      Air Fryer Halibut with Crispy Panko Parmesan Crust
    • Crispy sliced squash on a white serving plate.
      Crispy Squash in the Air Fryer

    See more Air Fryer Recipes →

    Favorite 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
    • Strawberry peach smoothie in 2 glasses, with a slice of fresh peach on the rim, and fresh peaches in the background.
      Strawberry Peach Smoothie
    • A peach smoothie bowl topped with sliced banana, coconut, and chia seeds.
      Easy Peach Smoothie Bowl Recipe
    • Keto pumpkin pie smoothie in a glass with cinnamon sticks beside it.
      Low Carb Keto Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

    See more Smoothie Recipes →

    Favorite Chicken Recipes

    These quick and easy recipes will turn humble chicken into a mealtime superstar. Say goodbye to dinner dilemmas and hello to flavorful meals that will be a hit with the whole family!

    • Closeup of smoked chicken thighs stacked on a white plate.
      Smoked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs on Pellet Grill
    • A serving of creamy chicken pot pie on a white plate, with a skillet of pie in the background.
      Easy Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry
    • A closeup of white chicken chili in a soup bowl.
      Easy White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese
    • 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

    See more Chicken Recipes →

    Latest Recipes

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

    • A venison Philly cheesesteak sandwich on a white plate with a side salad.
      The Ultimate Venison Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
    • The smoked chicken noodle soup in a white soup bowl.
      Smoked Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
    • A slice of pumpkin pie with graham crust topped with whipped cream on a serving plate.
      Pumpkin Pie Recipe With Graham Cracker Crust
    • Two small mason jars with creamy mango coconut pudding.
      Coconut Mango Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

    Recently Updated Recipes

    I have recently updated these recipes; please revisit them to view the updated version!

    • Homemade pork rub for smoker in a glass jar with green herbs behind it.
      Best Pork Rub Recipe For Smoker
    • A muffin tin of Starbucks copycat pumpkin cream cheese muffins after they are baked in the oven.
      Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Starbucks Copycat)
    • A delicious spinach smoothie poured into a tall glass, with a small bowl of blueberries beside it, and spinach leaves behind it.
      Easy Spinach Banana Smoothie Recipe
    • A creamy shamrock protein shake in a tall glass, topped with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles.
      Easy Shamrock Protein Shake Recipe

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