Loaded Meatloaf Casserole
This loaded meatloaf casserole reminds me of a very similar dish my grandmother made. It’s the kind of comforting dinner that doesn’t need anything fancy—just a good meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and a little gravy over the top. For my version, I’m using my meatloaf mixture and topping it with mashed potatoes loaded with cheddar, […]
Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
There are nights when I want dinner to simmer while I put the kitchen back together. This creamy chicken and wild rice soup is made for those nights. I chop the onion, carrots, and celery, get the rice going in the broth, and let the pot do its thing. Then I stir in cooked chicken […]
Ham & Egg Breakfast Noodles
Ham & Egg Breakfast Noodles have been one of my favorite old-fashioned comfort food meals ever since I was a little girl. My grandma used to make buttery egg noodles with scrambled eggs when she wanted something simple, filling, and made with ingredients she always had on hand. It wasn’t fancy, but somehow those humble […]
Crispy Fried Zucchini BLT
Every summer, my garden seems to go from producing one zucchini a day to what feels like a dozen overnight. If you’ve ever grown zucchini, you know exactly what I mean! Before long, I’m looking for new ways to use them besides the usual casseroles and zucchini bread. That’s exactly how this Crispy Fried Zucchini […]
Texas Toast Double Smash Burger
There’s one thing my husband and I can always agree on… a really good burger. Over the years, he’s come up with some pretty incredible burger combinations, and every once in a while one of them turns into a recipe that we both know has to be shared. This Texas Toast Double Smash Burger is […]
Zucchini Donut Muffins
Every summer, my garden seems to produce zucchini faster than I can keep up with it. While I absolutely love making zucchini bread and savory casseroles, I also enjoy finding new ways to turn fresh zucchini into something unexpected. That’s exactly how these Zucchini Donut Muffins came to be. The first time I made these, […]
Marinated Hot Dogs
There’s something about a grilled hot dog that brings back memories of summer. Whether it’s backyard cookouts, camping trips, or watching fireworks with family, hot dogs have always been part of the fun. However, I recently tried something completely different, and honestly, I don’t think I’ll ever grill hot dogs the old-fashioned way again. These […]
Cowboy Tater Tot Skillet
-Cowboy Tater Tot Skillet on the Grill or in the Oven Some nights call for a simple dinner, and some nights call for a big cast iron skillet loaded with beef, sausage, vegetables, crispy potatoes, and plenty of melted cheese. This Cowboy Tater Tot Skillet definitely falls into the second category. Since I’m a big […]
Sweet Garlic Chili Cabbage
This sweet garlic chili cabbage is one of those recipes that takes a simple, inexpensive ingredient and turns it into something seriously crave-worthy. The edges get golden and crispy, the inside becomes tender, and then everything gets coated in this sticky, sweet, slightly spicy glaze that brings it all together. I’ll be honest, cabbage was […]
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Bombs (Smoker or Oven)
If you love jalapeño poppers, these jalapeno popper chicken bombs are about to be your new favorite way to make them. Instead of the classic appetizer. Everything is wrapped up into one bold, smoky bite. A whole jalapeño gets stuffed with creamy cheese, wrapped in juicy chicken, then finished with crispy bacon. And yes… when […]