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Crockpot Mac and Cheese

A white bowl filled with macaroni and cheese, with a gold fork nearby.This Crockpot Mac and Cheese is an easy slow cooker macaroni and cheese recipe made with cheddar cheese, milk, and a few simple ingredients. It has a rich, creamy sauce thanks to a combination of cheddar cheese soup, evaporated milk, and lots of shredded cheddar. It’s an easy way to make homemade mac and cheese…

Cornbread Stuffing with Andouille Sausage

A bowl of cornbread dressing with sausage, pecans, and green peppers.This Cornbread Stuffing with Andouille Sausage is the one Thanksgiving recipe my family absolutely refuses to let me skip. I started making it in college after finding a cornbread dressing recipe in one of my mom’s old cookbooks, and I’ve been making my own version since. My daughter is notoriously picky about Thanksgiving dinner but…

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad

brussel sprout salad with all the ingredients including apples, Brussel sprouts, cheese, and bacon separated in a wooden bowl with words on the photoRoasted Brussels Sprouts Salad is an easy fall salad recipe with crispy roasted Brussels sprouts, fresh apples, crunchy pecans, bacon, and goat cheese tossed with balsamic vinaigrette. It’s a delicious combo of sweet and savory and mix of textures. We enjoy this as dinner with some added protein, as lunch, or as a holiday side…

Semi-Homemade Pretzel Rolls Recipe

A tray of golden-brown pretzel rolls topped with coarse salt, with one roll showing a bite taken out of it.These Easy Pretzel Buns are soft and chewy inside with that classic golden pretzel crust, but you don’t have to make yeast dough from scratch: these start with frozen dinner rolls! This recipe is exactly the kind of semi-homemade shortcut I love: you get homemade results without doing all the work. Semi-Homemade Pretzel Rolls Recipe…

Cowboy Casserole

Cowboy casserole with lean ground beef, Rotel, Mexican-style corn and crisp tater tots. It bakes uncovered in 20 minutes, or freeze the filling for two months.

Cashew Brittle

My cashew brittle is a crunchy and sweet homemade candy that is perfect for gift giving and sharing during the holiday season.

Poor Man’s Steak

This easy poor man’s steak recipe features ground beef patties smothered in a rich mushroom gravy for a quick weeknight dinner.

Easy Eggplant Bolognese (1 Pot!)

When we add another bolognese to the blog (Yes, we already have versions 1, 2, 3, and 4), you know it’s something special! This newest version is made with EGGPLANT, meaning it’s the perfect bolognese for late summer. It’s light yet satisfying, c…

Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole

A slice of hashbrown breakfast casserole on a white plate, topped with melted cheese and pieces of sausage.Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole is a cheesy NO FAIL egg casserole with hash browns, sausage and cheese. It’s the perfect brunch recipe and everyone loves it! My cheesy egg casserole is something I make every year for Christmas morning and adding hash browns just seemed like a natural progression. One of my readers told me about…

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

A bowl of shredded beef topped with chopped onions, sliced jalapeños, and fresh herbs, next to a plate with tortillas, on a white surface with a checkered cloth.Shredded Beef Tacos Recipe is an easy crockpot dinner that is assembled in no time. You don’t need to precook anything; just dump and cook. Serve as-is or make tacos with the juicy beef. My favorite slow cooker recipes are ones that are easy to prep and almost completely hands-off, like these slow cooker shredded…

Easy Jalapeño Corn Fritters (Vegan)

Just when we thought summer’s most perfect veggie couldn’t get any more delicious, corn FRITTERS graced our palettes. These crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside, lightly spiced fritters are a must-try appetizer or side!
Not only are they incredi…

Savory Pancake Bake

A skillet pizza is topped with melted cheese, browned bits, and sliced jalapeños. A bowl of shredded cheddar, a jalapeño pepper, and a checkered towel are nearby on a white surface.Have you ever tried a Savory Pancake? It’s a soft and fluffy pancake with tons of savory things, like cheese, bacon, and jalapeños. You can add anything you like and make this as one big skillet pancake or as individual pancakes. They’re perfect as a side dish! I love a pancake for breakfast, but sometimes…

Egg Roll in a Bowl

This egg roll in a bowl recipe is a one-pot, Chinese-inspired stir-fry with chunks of beef and tender-crisp veggies in a savory, perfectly seasoned sauce.

Easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry

A large skillet filled with cooked ground beef, broccoli florets, and a dark savory sauce, garnished with sliced green onions, sits on a checkered cloth next to a bunch of fresh green onions.Ground Turkey Stir Fry with Broccoli is the perfect easy weeknight meal that uses a simple homemade stir fry sauce. You can actually use ground beef, ground turkey OR ground chicken and it has the takeout flavor you crave. This is one of my go-to dinners because it’s such a fast way to get dinner…

Easy Fattoush Salad (1 Bowl!)

Introducing weeknight-friendly fattoush salad! This EASY, 1-bowl, 20-minute version is our inspired take on the classic Levantine dish. Think fresh, crunchy veggies tossed in a bright pomegranate dressing with herby mint leaves, crispy pita chips, and …

Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Taco Salad

If you love our Sweet Potato Chickpea Tacos, get ready for another FAVE! Meet: the Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea TACO SALAD! It’s got fresh kale + romaine, crunchy tortilla chips, smoky roasted chickpeas + sweet potatoes, and a creamy jalapeño dressing.&…

Cheesy Jalapeño Cashew Dressing

Move over, Ranch, there’s a new creamy dressing in town that’s stealing our hearts! This cheesy jalapeño cashew dressing is our new go-to for salads, wraps, and dipping veggies. It’s savory and creamy and has a subtly spicy kick!
Bonus? It comes …

Thanksgiving Turkey Meatballs

If all the classic, herby, savory flavors of Thanksgiving came together into one satisfying main dish, these turkey meatballs would be it! They’re WAY easier to master than baking a turkey, making them perfect for small holiday gatherings and year-roun…

Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

A baking tray filled with roasted Brussels sprouts, halved and crispy with a browned, seasoned coating. A checkered kitchen towel is partially visible in the background.Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts are one of my favorite side dishes! They’re tender and crispy around the edges and flavored with Parmesan cheese. Learn how to roast Brussels sprouts the right way, so they come out perfect every time! If you think you’re not a fan of Brussels sprouts, then you’ve never had them roasted.…

Crockpot Apple Cider Recipe

Warm up with this easy crockpot apple cider recipe made with fresh apples, oranges, brown sugar, and cozy spices for the perfect fall drink for holidays or chilly nights.

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