Growing up, this was a staple in our home. It is easy to throw together and does not require a lot of expensive ingredients. Our home was on a budget and now with a larger family, we budget our food spending, too! This easy American Chop Suey dish costs under $25 and can give you …
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This is one of those meals people will talk about for ages after they get a chance to grab a plate. My honey BBQ mac and cheese is something I make to fill us up and keep our guests happy! It is also a comfort dish for my family! This mac and cheese with a …
Taco night at our house is one of the most fun and enjoyable dinners that I do! We don’t go basic though! We do a family taco night without the store bought box kit. Now, my kids do not want anything else! Kits are not the healthiest option and when you have a large family …
This easy, crispy and delicious air fryer veggie tempura is a great spin on your average dinner side. You can even turn this INTO dinner by adding in another heartier option like shrimp! It is a bit of a production line to get these vegetables prepared but once you get into the swing it goes …
I’ve got the perfect recipe for dinner tonight! Homemade hot pockets are a family favorite. Not only do the kids love them but they are also the perfect thing to make and freeze to have a snack, a future quick dinner or even a batch ready to go for lunch boxes for the upcoming week. …
This past weekend I made a couple trays worth of these Philly cheesesteak egg rolls and honestly I am counting down the day until I can make them again. They came out over the top tasty! They are really easy too. It takes a tiny bit of prep and you are good to go. You …
This filling ham & noodle casserole is such a comfort dish and is a wonderful way to use up leftover ham! This would be the perfect casserole to make with Easter dinner leftovers. You can even freeze this casserole for an easy pop in dinner on a night when you are busy out in the …
My family loves a good pasta meal. Truthfully we cook at least one a week. They are so easy and hearty and with a gaggle of growing girls it gets the job done. Pro tip: It makes them sleep like a rock! And well, same for me too. So this sausage alfredo pasta not only …
Are you in need of some Irish recipes to add to your St. Patrick’s Day Menu? Look no further! This post contains 6 delicious recipes that are just perfect for celebrating St. Paddy’s day with your family and friends. St. Patrick’s Day Menu If you can’t already tell, we kinda love St. Patrick’s Day around …
This easy crockpot pulled pork recipe is a must have for your back pocket! It is a crowd pleaser and you can make a large batch to feed the masses pretty easily. I pull this one out when we have a lot of meat eaters joining us, when we need a “thank you” for a …
Take a step back in time to Grandma’s house with the delectable scents of Sunday dinner and the best garlic pepper steak recipe you’ve ever had… So many of my favorite recipes began in my Gram’s kitchen. It was a special place that always smelled like some amazing concoction she was cooking up. There are …
Looking for a way to reduce your grocery bill? Choose a turkey breast instead of chicken and feed your whole family 27 times for less than $0.25 a meal! I’ve been itching for some turkey. It must be the cooler weather or maybe it’s just a need for more protein. But our local grocery store …
Slow Cooker Stout Chili is the very first recipe I gravitate towards once the temps start to drop and the leaves start to turn. It is one of those dishes that warms your body and your soul. I love to cook in my slow cooker this time of the year. It is easy and convenient …
Wouldn’t you love to come home and have a nice hot baked potato waiting? Especially in the summer when it’s super hot? Read on to learn how to bake potatoes in your slow cooker… I love baked potatoes! They are not only delicious, they’re healthy, too. We should really eat them more often. And the …
Need a quick and easy side dish to go with your BBQ Chicken tonight? Try these Parmesan Garlic Baked Potatoes – they’re quick and easy to prepare and they only require 4 ingredients! My family loves these Parmesan Garlic Baked Potatoes and I thought I’d share the recipe with you, too. They are really so …
Getting the kids, the house and yourselves back into the routine of school can be challenging at the end of the summer. Early mornings, bus schedules, after school programs, homework….all of it. One of the last things you want to do is have to think about FOOD on top of all of that. Let us …
Autumn has arrived and that means it’s time for comfort food! Get your fall dinner menu planned in minutes with these delicious fall dinner recipes! *UPDATED POST – Fall is near, despite the calendar date. The leaves are turning, the nights are getting chilly and we’re gearing up for our favorite fall dinner recipes. And …
This 4 ingredient creamy chicken Caesar pasta salad is a delicious change up from your normal summer cold pasta dish. It doesn’t require a lot of ingredients, prep or time to make and it’s pretty light and refreshing considering! Pasta salad is a great side summer dish but this one includes protein so it can …
This Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich is perfect for dinner on a busy night! It takes just 18 minutes to make and only requires a few simple ingredients! Not only is this Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich delicious, but it’s so simple to make, too. Here’s the gist of the recipe: All you need is some chicken, …
This Beef and Vegetable Soup is delicious, easy to make and it’s a great way to preserve your summer vegetable harvest, too! Today, I’ve partnered with Denali Canning to bring you this yummy Beef and Vegetable Soup recipe. I realize that a hot bowl of soup on a cold winter night is still a few …
Need something quick and easy for dinner tonight? Try this Sweet & Spicy Sausage Ramen Noodle Skillet – it’s ready in 20 minutes and it only requires 1 dish! This Sweet & Spicy Sausage Ramen Noodle Skillet is EASY! DONE IN 20 MINUTES. AND YOU’LL ONLY DIRTY 1 DISH! It doesn’t get any better than …
This sesame chicken stir fry with vegetables dish is absolutely loaded with big flavor! Also- we love a good stir fry because it is a great way to use up some of those veggies in the fridge or just simply add more nutrition to the plate!! Want to add in another perk of the dish? …
Are you looking to step up your BBQ game this summer? Look no further! This post contains 13 of the best grilling recipes for meat including beef, chicken, pork and seafood! I’ve been on the hunt for the best grilling recipes on the web and I have found a lot! But, today, we’re talking meat. …
Looking for something to go with your steak? Look no further – this post contains 21 of the best grilled side dishes from around the web and they all look amazing! As I mentioned, in 10 Best Grilled Fruit Desserts and More, yesterday, I love summertime and one of the biggest reasons is that it’s …
Are you looking for some sweet grilling recipes? Look no further! This post is all about the desserts and features the 10 Best Grilled Fruit Desserts and More for your summer BBQ! I love summertime and one of my favorite things about summer is that it’s the husband’s time to cook! He loves to grill …
This sweet and spicy drenched steak tips recipe is everything you could want in a napkin using, fill your belly up and satisfy that craving kind of meal. It has just enough bite of spice with a dash of sweet – add in the savory sirloin and the entire family will be asking for more. …
Love Ziti, but want something a little different? Then you have to try this Creamy Baked Ziti Recipe! We really love regular baked Ziti, but, sometimes it gets boring to have the same meal over and over again. So, you’ve got to switch it up a little bit and this Creamy Baked Ziti recipe is …
Mexican style stuffed sweet potatoes are a new family favorite in our house! We eat sweet potatoes fairly regularly but with kids it is in the typical forms you could imagine….fries, cubed potatoes or even whipped. But by roasting them and stuffing them you get to cut down on all that chopping and up the …
Striving to get the kids to eat healthy is always of upmost importance however, it does not always come easy. Healthy meals for kids can sometimes take some coercion and creativity. I’ve pulled together some really great options that might help you in persuading the growing littles in your life to expand their cuisine and …
Got the sniffles with no end in sight? Try my Homemade Healing Soup for Colds and Flu and you’ll be feeling like your old self in no time! There is nothing like a good, old dose of Jewish penicillin when your feeling under the weather. And I recently had a bit of cold with a …