Author name: Holly Nilsson

A Big Pot of Old-Fashioned Comfort

Chicken and dumplings is classic comfort food made with tender chicken, rich broth, and homemade dumplings simmered right in the pot. This version starts with a whole chicken for deep flavor and finishes with soft rolled dumplings that soak up the savo…

Easy Beer Cheese Dip

This easy beer cheese dip is quick and easy to prepare. Ready in just minutes, it is delicious served warm with an assortment of dippers like pretzels, tortilla chips, or crostini.

Weekly Meal Plan Jan 20, 2025

Dinnertime just got a whole lot easier! With this premade meal plan take the stress out of meal time. Save time and money while being inspired to try new recipes!

Easy Instant Pot Rice

Instant Pot Rice is a quick and easy side dish with just 4 ingredients. Whether cooking brown rice, white basmati or jasmine, or even wild rice, the Instant Pot can handle it all!

One-Pan Sausage and Potatoes

Roasted sausage and potatoes is a hearty one-pan meal! Sausage and veggies are roasted in a tangy dressing until crisp on the outside and tender inside.

Homemade Apple Crisp

Juicy cinnamon spiced apples are baked under a crisp, buttery topping made with rolled oats, brown sugar, and pecans for homemade comfort at its best.

Cozy Stuffed Pepper Soup, Made Easy!

Stuffed pepper soup is packed with ground beef, sausage, bell peppers, tomatoes, rice, and seasonings, making it an easy and delicious meal. Best of all, it freezes and reheats perfectly, so you can enjoy it again and again!

Penne Alla Vodka

Penne alla vodka is an easy Italian favorite! With a creamy vodka tomato sauce, tender penne pasta and smoky pancetta, you’ll never believe it’s a 30 minute meal!

Slow Cooker Baked Beans

Nothing beats the flavor of homemade slow cooker baked beans. Made from scratch, these beans are hearty with a hard to resist smoky flavor and a hint of tartness and sweetness.

Weekly Meal Plan Jan 13, 2025

Dinnertime just got a whole lot easier! With this premade meal plan take the stress out of meal time. Save time and money while being inspired to try new recipes!

Easy Cheesy Pizza Pasta Casserole

Looking for a fun twist on classic comfort food? This Pizza Pasta casserole has all the flavors of your favorite pizza baked into a cheesy, hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks!

Our Favorite Blueberry Muffins

This is an old recipe made famous by the department store Jordan Marsh, which had a bakery famous for its blueberry muffins. While the department store is long gone, the blueberry muffin recipe is still here and worth making!They’re buttery and delicio…

Tender Chicken Meatballs

Juicy, tender chicken meatballs made with ground chicken and savory seasonings are a versatile dish that can be drenched in teriyaki or Buffalo sauce as an appetizer, main dish, or added to soups or pasta meals.

Weekly Meal Plan Jan 6, 2025

Dinnertime just got a whole lot easier! With this premade meal plan take the stress out of meal time. Save time and money while being inspired to try new recipes!

January 2024 – Holly’s Cooking Challenge

Hello! And welcome to Holly’s Cooking Challenge. This month, I will be making my Chicken and Rice Soup and I hope you join me! After you make your version of my Chicken and Rice Soup (remember, any variation is fine!), send a picture of your creation t…

Sausage and Peppers

This easy recipe for sausage and peppers with onions is a one pan meal! Perfect as a weeknight dinner, serve it with crusty bread, garlic toast or over pasta or polenta.

Black Eyed Peas with Ham

This Black Eyed Peas recipe is absolutely amazing and full of flavor. Black Eyed Peas are a symbol of luck and the perfect meal to start off your New Year!

Crock Pot Beef and Noodles

Crock Pot beef and noodles is packed with hearty, savory flavors that are perfect for satisfying big appetites. Tender stew beef cooks low and slow in a rich, creamy broth with soft, comforting noodles. Every bite is cozy, flavorful, and absolutely del…

Classic Stuffed Peppers With Big Flavor

These stuffed peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, Italian sausage, rice, tomatoes, and marinara sauce. The peppers bake until tender, then get topped with cheese for a cozy, melty finish. They are hearty enough to serve as a full m…

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