First of all, Happy Birthday, Mom! I hope you’re having a great day, and we all love you so much 🙂 One of my favorite things to keep on hand in my freezer is a giant bag full of meatballs. They are so versatile. You can add them to a spaghetti sauce and…
Category: Cooking
Orange Cashew Chicken
I love cashews. I also love mandarin oranges. And chicken. Combine those with a sauce that’s a little salty and a little sweet, and you’ve got a winning dish that comes together in about 30 minutes or less. We love to eat this for dinner in our house… My husband even claims that…
Beef, Bean, & Cheese Taquitos
Taquitos are a fun food for appetizers, or even a main dish. They are great for the whole family, and perfect finger food for dipping in a side of salsa or cheese dip. This simple recipe is also freezer friendly. So, whip up a double batch and throw half in the freezer for…
7 Layer Taco Cups
Who doesn’t love 7 Layer Dip? While I love the flavors, I always feel like it’s a little messy to serve. So, I took some inspiration from my aunt’s sausage stars, and decided to make 7 Layer Taco Cups! They are so fun and full of flavor. Your guests are sure to be…
Barbecue Chicken Pizza
Barbecue Chicken Pizza is an excellent way to make a little bit of leftover chicken go a long way. I crafted this pizza after that of a certain pizza chain, and I think you’ll enjoy this adaptation! Of course, you can always adjust the toppings to suit your tastes, and to fit what…
Grandma Carol’s Chili
First of all, Happy Birthday to my little sister! We love you lots and hope your day has been amazing 🙂 On a cold winter’s day, there’s not much like a pot of chili simmering away for dinner. Add a side of corn bread, and you’ve got a meal! It’s an easy soup…
Italian Herb & Parmesan Pizza Crust
When you don’t have time to make pizza crust from scratch, you can still make a pizza special by customizing the crust! All you need is an egg, your favorite Italian spices, and some Parmesan cheese. There are so many possibilities!
Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie is one of my husband’s favorite meals. In fact, he requested it for his birthday dinner this year! While Shepherd’s Pie is traditionally made with ground lamb, I think you’ll enjoy it with ground beef. It’s a hearty meal all in one dish!
Sweet & Sour Chicken
I have come to love recipes that can be made in the slow cooker. I love being able to throw everything together in the morning and come home in the evening to a meal that’s ready to go! Some meals, such as this one, don’t require quite as long to cook. If the…
Sausage Rice
Sausage Rice is so simple to throw together. It is a one-skillet meal that comes together in about 30 minutes, so it is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. If you want the dish to come together even quicker, you can use quick cooking rice. It is easily customizable; you can add a…