August’s most-loved recipe 🏆 + what’s new!


Classic Family Recipes for Everyday Life

Hi Reader,

August always feels like a month of transition. Summer is still hanging on, but schedules are filling up, school is starting, and suddenly we’re back to figuring out what’s for dinner on busy weeknights. This month, I shared plenty of recipes to help make that transition a little easier and I’ve gathered them all here, along with the recipe you loved most and a few of my favorite comments from you!


Most Popular Recipe in August 🏆

A reader shared: "I love that they are so easy to make. They have a very buttery flavor and they’re more of a breakfast muffin and not a dessert muffin which I truly appreciate!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

New Recipes in August ❤️


Favorite Comments ⭐️

TJ shared: "This is EXACTLY the recipe I wanted to find when I typed in the search bar, “Chicken with beans soup” THANK YOU so much. I wouldn’t have that of the lime juice or half/half. Absolutely PERFECT."

Sharon shared: "Turned out perfect. Thanks for the tip on sifting the icing sugar."

Jerry shared: "Thank you for this pumpkin sloppy joes recipe. It looks delicious. I’m 62 and just rediscovered my love for simple cooking. My wife should retire in the next year or two. I do most of the cooking and I’m sure she will love this latest recipe from your family to our table. I look forward to your next email into my box."


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As we head into September and settle back into our routines, I hope these recipes give you a few easy, dependable ideas to make the busy days just a little simpler.


Hi, I’m Lynette — creator of Cleverly Simple. I share kitchen-tested, generations-old family recipes. Read my story to learn how these treasured dishes shaped my love for homemade cooking.

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