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Lamberts Lately: Easy Recipes & Home Organization

I love to talk about easy family recipes, home cleaning & organization, DIY projects, productivity, and the occasional battle story.

crab rangoon dip on a wonton chip.
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🥳 Two new party-ready dips

Hi Reader! If you're looking for an impressive dish for a party or getting a head start on game day brainstorming, I have two brand-new, incredibly cheesy recipes you are going to love. They both bring tons of flavor with shortcut prep so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the fun. 🦀 Crab Rangoon Dip This warm Crab Rangoon Dip brings all the takeout flavor of your favorite restaurant appetizer without the fuss of frying or filling individual wontons. It has a mooth...

bowl of boat dip covered in green onions, surrounded by crackers.

Hi Reader! Before today's email, I have a quick, 10-second favor to ask that would massively help Lamberts Lately! If searching for recipes feels different lately, it's not just you. With so many AI-generated sites popping up constantly, it’s becoming a big struggle to find real, human-tested recipes from independent blogs like mine. Out here in the real world, every single dish I share is cooked in my own kitchen, tasted at my table, and approved by my family. I want to keep being your...

Stacks of prepped freezer meals in bags and containers ready for the Instant Pot.

Hi Reader! Summer is winding down, and if you can feel the shift coming - busier schedules, earlier mornings, less time to think about dinner at 5pm - this email is for you. One of the best things you can do right now, before fall hits full swing, is spend an afternoon stocking your freezer. Future you will be incredibly grateful. This week I'm rounding up some of the best freezer meal resources on the blog - from full boot camp guides to the cozy, hearty dinners that are worth making a...

sliced chocolate chip banana bread on a cutting board.

Hi Reader! We are officially in the thick of July, and I am currently alternating between "I am never turning on my oven again" and "but I really want a slice of warm bread". This week, we are doing a little bit of both! I’m finally sharing a family staple that has been in my kitchen for years, alongside my husband’s secret to a sweet treat that requires absolutely zero baking. 🍌 Chocolate Chip Banana Bread I have been making this loaf for years - and I mean years - and it somehow never made...

a row of clear pantry canisters, labeled, in a pantry.

Hi Reader! If your house is feeling a little chaotic this summer, you're not alone. Between kids being home, vacations, and all of the extra day-to-day clutter that seems to appear this time of year, it's easy for organization to slide down the priority list. Today, I'm sharing some of my favorite organization projects and systems that have made a real difference in our home over the years. How to Organize a Small Pantry A well-organized pantry can save time, money, and a lot of frustration....

pint container of ninja creami strawberry ice cream.

Hi Reader! If your summer dessert lineup needs a couple more additions - and it does - this is your week. I’m leaning hard into berry season with two brand-new recipes that are absolute knockouts! First, I’ve got a Strawberry Dump Cake that is a total game-changer. Four ingredients, five minutes of prep, and a warm, bubbly, golden-topped dessert that tastes like it came from a professional kitchen. But we aren't stopping there. To keep things cool, I’ve also shared my new Ninja Creami...

A white bowl filled with vibrant, multicolored frozen grapes coated in sour sugar to look like Sour Patch Kids candy.

Hi Reader! When the temperature starts climbing, the very last thing I want to do is turn on the oven. My kitchen strategy lately has been all about anything frozen, chilled, or "no-bake." If you’re looking for ways to beat the heat while still eating something delicious, I’ve rounded up my favorite cold treats and fresh meals from the blog! The Ultimate Frozen Snacks: Frozen Sour Patch Grapes: The perfect sweet-and-tart snack to keep in the freezer. (PIN) Ninja Creami Vanilla: You can’t beat...

pickle pasta salad in a creamy sauce, on a plate.

Hi Reader! The 4th of July is upon us, and if your holiday plans involve a grill, a pool, or a patio, I have a feeling these new recipes are exactly what you’re looking for! If you’re the person who always asks for extra spears on the side, this week’s new posts were made specifically for you. We aren't just adding a splash of pickle juice here - we are making pickles the star of the show. 🥒 Dill Pickle Pasta Salad This isn't your average, bland macaroni salad. The secret? Tossing the hot...

10 - whole okra cooked on a plate, next to a bowl of dipping sauce.

Hi Reader! June flew by! Before we jump into a new month, I wanted to share the posts that were the biggest hits this month. There are some fun summer recipes, organization ideas, DIY projects, and more! #10 - AIR FRYER OKRA PIN FOR LATER #9 - STRAWBERRY PRETZEL DIP PIN FOR LATER Advertisement #8 - DIY OUTDOOR SECTIONAL PIN FOR LATER #7 - 10-MEAL FREEZER MEAL BOOT CAMP PIN FOR LATER #6 - MEXICAN RESTAURANT COPYCAT SALSA PIN FOR LATER #5 - INSTANT POT CRACK CHICKEN PIN FOR LATER #4 - PRINTABLE...

marry me chicken with a wooden spoon in a crock pot.

Hi Reader! I've made Marry Me Chicken Pasta, Marry Me Chicken Soup, and even Marry Me Chicken Meatballs, but somehow I never got around to the original. We're fixing that today, along with an upgraded classic: a completely effortless Onion Soup Meatloaf. Both of these recipes are made as easy as humanly possible. No searing, no sautéing, and absolutely no onion chopping required. Just easy, hands-off prep that delivers big on flavor! 🍅 Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken Here's the idea: tender...