Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots
If you’re looking for the easiest, most dependable vegetable side dish for weeknights and holiday dinners, Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots is the one I reach for all year long. This simple recipe delivers caramelized edges, warm fall flavor, and a naturally sweet taste everyone loves. Even better, everything roasts evenly when cut the right […]
Thanksgiving Leftover Loaded Potatoes
After Thanksgiving, I love finding fun ways to repurpose the leftovers, and these thanksgiving leftover loaded potatoes have quickly become one of my absolute favorites. They take everything we love from Thanksgiving dinner—turkey, stuffing, gravy, cheese—and layer it inside a perfectly baked potato. THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. I MAY EARN A COMMISION IF […]
Potato and Leek Soup
Nothing beats a steaming bowl of homemade soup on a chilly day, and this Potato and Leek Soup with Cheddar and Chives checks every box — creamy, cozy, and full of rich flavor. The leeks and garlic build a savory base, the potatoes give it heartiness, and a touch of shredded cheddar adds that perfect […]
Broccoli Ham Roll Ups
Isn’t there something irresistibly cozy about golden, freshly baked bread stuffed with gooey cheese, savory ham, and tender broccoli? These Broccoli Ham Roll Ups bring all the comforting flavors of a cheesy casserole, wrap them in pillowy homemade dough, and turn them into the perfect sized snack or grab-and-go lunch idea. Whether you’re prepping freezer-friendly […]
Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes
Got leftover mashed potatoes in the fridge? Don’t toss them—turn them into something ridic-ulicious! These Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes are crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, and packed with bacon and scallions. They’re everything you love about loaded baked potatoes, just in a golden, pan-fried form. Perfect for using up those Thanksgiving leftovers […]
Homemade Noodles
There’s nothing quite like a bowl of tender, homemade noodles made right in your own kitchen. Whether you’re serving them with roast beef and potatoes, a creamy chicken dish, or simply tossed in butter and herbs, fresh noodles take comfort food to a whole new level. I grew up watching homemade noodles being rolled out […]
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
There’s just something special about a big bowl of creamy mashed potatoes. They’re the ultimate comfort side dish — fluffy, buttery, and smooth enough to make any meal feel complete. In my kitchen, mashed potatoes are a must for Sunday dinners, holidays, or anytime I want that cozy, home-cooked goodness. And the secret? It’s all […]
Cheeseburger Jalapeno Poppers
When it comes to appetizers that bring people running to the table, these cheeseburger jalapeno poppers wrapped in bacon are always the first to disappear. They combine everything we love about a good burger — you go wrong with that combo? The inspiration for this recipe actually came during one of our backyard cookouts. We […]
Homemade Stuffing Balls
If there’s one holiday side dish my family looks forward to every year, it’s these RIDICULICIOUS homemade stuffing balls. The same savory flavor as traditional stuffing, just shaped into perfect golden portions that everyone loves. My kids actually check to make sure they’re on the table — it’s just not Thanksgiving or Christmas without them! […]
Classic Cobb Salad
This classic Cobb Salad is crisp, colorful, and packed with protein — making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep. I make this one whenever I’m craving something light but still hearty enough to count as a full meal. It’s loaded with all my favorites — juicy chicken, smoky bacon, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy […]