Our easy Penne alla Vodka recipe is creamy, flavorful, and restaurant worthy! We love to garnish it with parmesan and fresh basil and serve with breadsticks. How to make Penne alla Vodka: Make Sauce: Heat olive oil and butter over medium low heat. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and crushed red pepper.…
This high protein egg salad is made with fewer yolks and light mayo for a creamy, satisfying texture—without the extra calories. It’s a healthy, low calorie, low fat option for breakfast, lunch, or meal prep. High Protein Egg Salad If you love egg sala…
The best Rice Pilaf recipe has rice toasted in butter until golden then cooked in chicken broth with seasonings. It pairs perfectly with any main dish and is picky-eater approved! How to make Rice Pilaf: Combine: Rinse rice well in a fine mesh strainer. Toast the rice in a saucepan with butter until it’s golden.…
This cheesy Sausage Balls recipe are made from scratch and have the most incredible flavor! They couldn’t be easier to make and can be served for breakfast, brunch, appetizer, or literally any time! How to make Sausage Balls: Make Sausage Mixture: Remove sausage and shredded cheese from the fridge and rest on counter for 30…
This is the most drool-worthy, best Baked Mac and Cheese recipe, with a homemade cheesy sauce, crispy bacon, and golden buttery breadcrumbs. It is totally restaurant-worthy and will win over the whole family! How to make Baked Mac and Cheese: Cook Pasta and Bacon: Cook your favorite pasta according to package instructions, but just until…
Lentil tacos swap the out the ground beef, but they’re still full of the same Tex-Mex seasonings you love. Add your favorite toppings and dig in! Vegan Lentil Taco Recipe There are so many meat substitutes at the grocery store these days, but one of th…
Nothing compares to soft, homemade Flour Tortillas made with just 5 simple pantry ingredients. They are easy, quick, and taste so fresh! How to make Flour Tortillas: Make the Dough: Stir flour, salt and baking powder in a bowl. Add butter and slowly mix in hot water, a little at a time, until a dough forms.…
Nothing beats our easy Peanut Butter Mug Cake that’s moist, flavorful, and ready in less than 5 minutes. Grab a few pantry staples and let’s satisfy your sweet tooth! How to make a Peanut Butter Mug Cake: Combine: Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder in a microwave safe mug then stir in milk, oil or…
It doesn’t get better than homemade Shrimp and Grits and this recipe is the real deal, with perfectly creamy and flavorful grits topped with fresh shrimp and a delicious gravy. How to make Shrimp and Grits: Cook Grits: Bring broth to a boil then slowly pour in the grits, whisking the entire time to prevent…
This Thai Basil Chicken recipe is a simple and delicious meal made in 30 minutes or less with ground chicken and veggies cooked in a flavorful sauce. How to make Thai Basil Chicken: Sauté Veggies and Cook Chicken: In a large skillet or wok heat oil over medium high heat (I love this oil sprayer/pourer)…
These chicken fajitas are made with juicy grilled chicken breast, bell peppers, and onions and served sizzling hot with warm tortillas and shredded cheese. Healthy Chicken Fajitas My husband Tommy is a creature of habit. Anytime we eat at a Mexican res…
This homemade Pizza Dough recipe is a staple everyone needs, made with inexpensive pantry ingredients and it can be cooked in the oven, air fryer, pizza oven, or on the grill. Pizza Night Made Easy Ready to Get Saucy? This Pizza Dough is the Perfect Base From Dough to Delicious: My Foolproof Pizza Dough Recipe…
Banana, spinach, peanut butter, yogurt, and almond milk make a delicious protein-packed Green Monster Smoothie! Add a scoop of protein powder, for even more protein, if desired. Green Smoothie So, I’ll admit that the first time I tried a Green Monster …
There’s so much to love about our old fashioned Ham Bone Soup recipe loaded with potatoes, beans, ham, and vegetables in a delicious broth. It can be made in the slow cooker or on the stove. How to make Ham Bone Soup: Slow Cooker Method (Recommended): Make Broth: In a slow cooker, add ham bone,…
There’s nothing quite like a traditional Matzo Ball Soup recipe made with homemade chicken broth, matzo balls, and plenty of veggies. It’s healthy and flavorful and easy to prep ahead. How to make Matzo Ball Soup: Make Broth: Place chicken in a large stock pot then add celery, onion, carrot, bay leaf, peppercorns, parsley, and…
This baked Chicken Meatballs recipe is made with ground chicken and simple pantry ingredients, baked in the oven. They pair well with anything and everything, plus they’re healthy, flavorful, and freezer friendly. How to make Chicken Meatballs: Combine Ingredients: Dump all of the ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Use a meat chopper, spoon, or…
This cheeseburger casserole recipe is kid-friendly and so delicious! If you’re a cheeseburger lover, the combination of ground beef, tomatoes, pickles, and cheese will satisfy all your comfort food cravings. Lightened Up Cheeseburger Casserole Many yea…
The best Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft, chewy, and moist! Ditch the crumbly store-bought ones and make them homemade in less than 30 minutes. I have too many favorite cookie recipes, like classic Soft Sugar Cookies, Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies, S’mores Cookies, Biscoff Cookies, and Oatmeal Creme Pies. How to make Snickerdoodles: Make Cookie Dough: Cream…
This high-protein, French Onion Chicken Soup, made with caramelized onions, rich bone broth and a layer of golden, bubbly cheese is perfect if you are craving a delicious cozy dinner. French Onion Chicken Soup There’s something undeniably comforting ab…
There’s a reason the Hershey Chocolate Cake recipe has been the best chocolate cake recipe for decades! It’s soft, moist, and has the perfect chocolate flavor, and don’t even get me started on that homemade chocolate frosting! This one of our favorite desserts! How to make Chocolate Cake: Make Cake Batter: Combine sugar, flour, cocoa,…
Classic Beef Barley Soup is a comforting, hearty soup made with carrots, celery, onions, beef, and pearl barley. It’s also high-protein, high-fiber and freezer-friendly! Beef Barley Soup This easy beef barley soup is a one-pot meal that’s high pr…
Our soft Sugar Cookies recipe has that perfect texture and couldn’t be easier to make! They’re my go-to for holidays, cutting them into fun shapes, decorating with frosting and sprinkles. How to make Sugar Cookies: Make Cookie Dough: Cream together the shortening/butter and sugar then mix in eggs, milk, and vanilla. In a separate bowl,…
This super easy, no-cook taco dip is a MUST-have appetizer at any gathering – birthdays, football, holidays, etc. Taco Dip I absolutely love anything creamy and cheesy, but then again, who doesn’t?! This easy Taco Dip recipe is my daughter Karina’s fav…
This creamy Pink Sauce Pasta recipe is warm, comforting, and has the best flavor! It’s inspired by the popular pasta dish at Mama D’s restaurant in Newport, CA. How to make Pink Sauce Pasta: Sauté Shallot and Crush Tomatoes: Sauté shallot in butter and oil over medium heat. Add garlic and dry spices and cook…
Skip the deep-fryer and bake or air fry your buffalo wings instead! They’ll be the hit at your next football party! Buffalo Wings Traditional buffalo wings are made in the deep-fryer and are loaded with butter. These baked buffalo wings, made wit…
