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on Jul 08, 2019, Updated Oct 13, 2023 8 Comments This Easy Shredded Chicken recipe has been on regular meal prep rotation at my house for years! It saves so much time throughout the week, knowing that I have it ready and waiting to be used in any number of recipes for lunch and supper. From my chicken enchiladas, buffalo chicken dip, Bart’s favorite chicken salad, and my easy BBQ Chicken Sandwiches to salads and sandwiches, this recipe is a weekly standard at my house!...

on Aug 02, 2012, Updated Oct 15, 2021 16 Comments Are you as big of a bread freak as I am? It really is my favorite part of my meal at some restaurants. Guess what? I have a little secret for you. You can make fresh, buttery yeast rolls at home that taste just as good – if not better, even. This easy yeast roll recipe is perfect for a special occasion as well as just to elevate the weeknight meal to special occasion status....

on Feb 27, 2013, Updated Jun 07, 2023 21 Comments I hate to tell you guys this, but this was my lunch and I loved it so much that I made them again for supper. My poor family. I know they wish I wouldn’t find a favorite recipe and then cook it over and over. Luckily for them, I also had thrown a roast in the slow cooker so they happily had other arrangements for their supper....

on Sep 01, 2014, Updated Sep 30, 2020 3 Comments Ground beef offers so many delicious options for quick and easy meals. From simply browning your ground beef with your favorite seasonings for nachos and tacos to making meatloaf to the juiciest of hamburgers – ground beef is a definite go-to that the whole family enjoys! This collection includes our family’s favorite ground beef recipes with everything from dips to soups, salads to casseroles, sandwiches to meatloaf, and pasta to nachos....

on Jun 10, 2013, Updated Aug 14, 2023 9 Comments These Fried Green Tomatoes Caprese Stacks are perfect for this time of year. The green tomatoes are bountiful at the farmers’ market or in the garden and if you are like me, they are just as loved as the red juicy ones I’m beginning to see. Fried green tomatoes are what I would call a delicacy in the south, good ones at least, and make a revered appetizer or side dish that I just love....

This time of year, it seems like I’m always in need of a good recipe to bring to a potluck. Whether it’s a Memorial Day BBQ, Father’s Day lunch, or your cousin’s graduation party, you can’t go wrong when you bring a pasta salad. I usually avoid filling my plate with pasta salads because I have weird food-guilt issues and never know what kind of weird ingredients may be lurking in the dressing....

I don’t know if you have heard the saying “Eat the Rainbow” but this zesty Italian Pasta Salad recipe truly encompasses that idea of eating a variety of vegetables. This recipe is quick and easy and is also great for sharing and to save for leftovers the next day as well. How To Make Italian Pasta Salad Here is the process to make this delicious Italian Pasta Salad recipe. Assemble the ingredients....

Does anyone else desperately need a vacation? Or how about some chicken that just tastes like you’re on vacation? Behold, I give you Grilled Citrus-Marinated Mexican Chicken! This Mexican orange chicken is totally awesome with some Mexican rice and a classic Mexican Three Bean & Three Pepper Salad. How to Make Mexican Grilled Chicken Step #1: Bring the orange juice, lime juice, and chili pepper to a boil in a small saucepan....

on Aug 28, 2015, Updated Sep 16, 2021 10 Comments There’s just something about cornbread that I can’t resist and in this salad, it definitely shines! It is my sister’s recipe and one that I absolutely love. I am so glad she’s sharing the recipe with you all (and with me!). In case you may be confused by the name of the recipe, my sister’s nickname in our family is Mimi....

How to Make Moroccan Meatballs (Kefta) Step #1: In a large bowl, add the ground beef, Moroccan spices, finely minced onion, minced garlic, ground ginger, zest of one lemon, salt, parsley, and a generous pinch of black pepper. Mix to combine. Go ahead, use your hands. Step #2: Form the mixture into meatballs. I made mine about the size of a ping-pong ball. Step #3: Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat....

on Feb 25, 2014, Updated Sep 09, 2021 9 Comments Mushroom Cream Sauce makes everything it touches amazing. Seriously. It is perfect with pasta, rice, chicken, and so many other dishes. But, I have to say that my absolute favorite thing to pour my mushroom cream sauce on is a big, thick, juicy steak. Oh baby! My mushroom cream sauce is a bit different from any that I’ve ever tasted....

on Mar 29, 2013, Updated Aug 03, 2023 16 Comments This pear salad recipe is always a favorite for Sunday suppers and holiday meals, especially Easter, Memorial Day, and throughout the summer. Still, it is delicious any time of the year. This pear salad recipe isn’t the type of salad recipe that many expect. The only time you’ll find lettuce involved in this salad is if you decide to add a bed of large lettuce leaves to the platter to nestle your pear salad on....

on Sep 10, 2013, Updated Aug 14, 2023 39 Comments Beef Stew is one of my family’s favorite recipes for a hearty, delicious, and satisfying meal! I love that I can make it with just six ingredients – but if I feel like adding to those, I can if I choose. We love it paired with scrumptious cornbread or easy buttermilk biscuits. But this recipe has so much flavor and makes the best beef stew, so I rarely add to it....

on Nov 07, 2016, Updated Sep 07, 2023 13 Comments If you are anything like me, you love to cook all of the family favorites for holidays, celebrations and even for weeknight suppers. Yet, you are always looking for a way to make things just a little bit more streamlined, a little easier, just a little smarter. Well, let me tell you, this slow cooker recipe for making mashed potatoes is like hitting the jackpot in that department!...

How to Make Soba Noodles with Vegetables Step #1: Whisk all of the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside. I’d much rather make one big bowl of food and then sit cross-legged on my couch and stuff my face while watching Netflix. Noodle bowls are absolutely perfect for my style of food. I mean, who doesn’t like noodles? Step #2: Heat a small pan over medium and add the peanuts (no oil is needed)....

How to Make Spanish Meatballs One thing I love about this Spanish Meatballs recipe is how versatile it really is. You can have these as a main dish, serve it over pasta, or even grab a loaf of white bread and mozzarella cheese and make a homemade meatball sandwich. If you are looking for other delicious meatball recipes you have to check out my Thai Curry Coconut Meatballs and Syrian Meatballs and Sweet Potatoes....

on Apr 11, 2012, Updated Sep 08, 2021 39 Comments Oh my goodness! Is it ever yummy! I cooked my pasta and the last 10 minutes that it was cooking, I drizzled olive oil in my skillet, added my asparagus and sauteed them quickly. Then, I added in the tomatoes and a sprinkle of seasoning. As the pasta was drained, I added it into my skillet with the olive oil, asparagus, and tomatoes and then tossed in hunks of feta cheese....

on May 10, 2012, Updated Oct 08, 2021 40 Comments The thought of waking up and enjoying brunch with my guys on our back porch followed by riding bikes or scooters, taking a long walk through the woods, or even giggling as we race through the sprinklers would be fine with me. There is truly no possession in the world greater than the time spent together and maybe watching Little Buddy show off his new whittling skills he learned in Scouts as we laze through the day....

How to Make Turkish Yogurt Dip Step #1: Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat, shaking frequently, until glossy and lightly browned (1-2 minutes). This Turkish Yogurt Dip recipe comes together so quickly; there’s really no reason why you can’t make it every day. You’re going to want to once you get a taste of the heavenly goodness that is this Turkish dip recipe. I made this Turkish Yogurt recipe the same day as I made carrot fritters and a tomato-walnut salad, so I wanted to save all three of the dishes for dinner and have myself a little Turkish feast....

How to Make Uruguayan Tomato White Bean Salad Step #1: Toss the beans, tomatoes, onion, and parsley together in a large bowl. This is definitely going to be my new go-to side dish for tacos, fajitas, and pretty much anything that has that south-of-the-border flavor. Like I said, it’s simple to put together. I wanted to make this with fava beans, but, alas, I could not find any. I’ve been kind of obsessed with fava beans since we got back from Greece, so I was disappointed that I couldn’t find them anywhere in my local markets....