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How to Make the Best Shrimp Scampi

This shrimp scampi recipe is the best way to make easy look elegant with large shrimp bathed in a garlicky, lemony butter sauce then dished up as an appetizer or served as a main with pasta, zucchini noodles, or over rice.How to Make the Best Easy Shrimp Scampi When it ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Shrimp Scampi

Killer Beef and Three Bean Chili

There are two ingredients that take this easy beef and three bean chili recipe from killer to kick-ass: beer and enchilada sauce. Taste it for yourself to discover the reason why.Beefy Three Bean Chili Recipe This beef chili recipe is not only killer, it was almost ... continue reading... about Killer Beef and Three Bean Chili

Crab and Avocado Eggs Benedict

Brunch doesn't get better than with this variation of the classic egg benedict that amps up the star power with crab and avocado.Ask and ye shall receive!A few weeks ago I shared a photo of my crab and avocado eggs benedict on my Friday Faves. And like most anytime I ... continue reading... about Crab and Avocado Eggs Benedict

How to Make the Best Steak Fajitas

A homemade spice blend and killer marinade infuses flavor into thin cut steak for these fast and easy homemade steak fajitas made in the skillet.Laurie McNamara's blog Simply Scratch reminds us that no matter how busy life gets, sometimes we just need to slow down and ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Steak Fajitas

Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

This simple but flavorful Tuscan white bean soup with sausage doesn't require any pre-cooking or searing, making it a true slow-cooker meal.Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup "Okay mom, let’s play the smell game."  I sort of cringed at the idea. Sweaty feet. Burnt toast. ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

Grandma’s Fall-Off-the-Bone Country Style BBQ Pork Ribs

My Grandma's recipe for country style ribs baked in the oven are literally fall-off-the-bone tender topped with jammy sweet onions in a homemade BBQ sauce.These country style ribs aren't your summertime picnic BBQ ribs. You don't eat them with your hands—a fork is much ... continue reading... about Grandma’s Fall-Off-the-Bone Country Style BBQ Pork Ribs

Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Breakfast for a crowd has never been easier thanks to this incredibly easy to assemble, ham and cheese with bread, make-ahead overnight breakfast casserole that some may call a soufflé or a strata, but we just call delicious.Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Recipe My family ... continue reading... about Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

The BEST Clam Chowder Recipe (Market Street Grill Copycat)

A favorite of locals and tourists alike, this creamy clam chowder recipe comes from one of Salt Lake City's longest running restaurants, Market Street Grill, and is easy to make at home.Creamy New England Clam Chowder Creamy, full of vegetables and lush with clams, this ... continue reading... about The BEST Clam Chowder Recipe (Market Street Grill Copycat)

Pigs In a Puff Pastry Blanket

Everyone loves the simple bite of pigs in a blanket enveloped in a bread dough. But when you wrap these little hot dogs in flaky puff pastry, this appetizer heads to whole new heights of deliciousness.I for one am a bona fide hot dog aficionado. I've always loved 'em, and ... continue reading... about Pigs In a Puff Pastry Blanket

Beef Stew with Butternut Squash (Instant Pot, Stove Top or Crock Pot)

Tender chuck roast pairs with classic stew veggies and butternut squash in this easy beef stew made even easier in the Instant Pot, Crock Pot, or on the stove top.Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe I made this classic Beef Stew with a slew of nutritious veggies in ... continue reading... about Beef Stew with Butternut Squash (Instant Pot, Stove Top or Crock Pot)

Easy Taco Soup (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

This easy taco soup recipe can be made in 30 minutes on the stove top, Instant Pot, or slow cooked in the Crock Pot for a healthy Mexican-inspired, make-ahead, one-bowl meal.In the words of Rachel Ray, this easy taco soup eats more like a "stoup", aka stew meets soup. ... continue reading... about Easy Taco Soup (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

How to Make Homemade Sloppy Joes

Forget the cans of Manwich sloppy joe sauce, because my mom's homemade sloppy joes recipe is just as easy to make and sixty-four (or more) times as good, especially knowing there's a generous helping of vegetables inside this homemade, ground hamburger-ed, comfort food, beef-ey ... continue reading... about How to Make Homemade Sloppy Joes

Bratwurst In Beer With Onions

Simmered in beer with onions that become sweet and caramelized, this bratwurst recipe is a familiar German meal with a Wisconsin twist for the best reason to cheer at tailgates or clink cheers for Oktoberfest.Hello, my name is Heidi. A classic German name, right? I even ... continue reading... about Bratwurst In Beer With Onions

Slow Cooker Mexican Pot Roast

Mexican spices add to the flavor of this easy Crockpot pot roast recipe that comes out tender, moist and delicious every time.Crockpot Pot Roast Recipe This post is part of my year-long partnership with Reynolds and I'm telling you now...this slow cooker pot roast recipe ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Mexican Pot Roast

35 Best Pasta Recipes to Make Now

I may as well title this post What Should I Cook for Dinner Tonight, because guess what? The answer is this list of 35 of the best pasta recipes to make now.October arrived with a skiff of frost in my waning garden and the donning of my favorite knee sweeping sweaters. ... continue reading... about 35 Best Pasta Recipes to Make Now

The Best Mexican Stuffed Peppers

With ground beef, cheese, and rice, think of this Mexican stuffed peppers recipe as your favorite taco in a healthy bell pepper shell, and you'll be half way to the border asking for more.Stuffed bell peppers could be the quintessential ... continue reading... about The Best Mexican Stuffed Peppers

One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Rice

This creamy chicken and rice casserole is a fast and healthy 30-minute meal made right on the stove top, making it a favorite one-pot dinner that feeds a family of four for under $10.This recipe is brought to you by KrogerEasy Chicken and Rice Casserole September is ... continue reading... about One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Healthy Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili with Quinoa

Comfort food chili cravings never tasted so healthy, until now. This easy CrockPot chili is protein-packed with lean ground turkey, light and dark kidney beans, plus quinoa for an extra safety-net protein source that will keep you filled and full all day long and into the ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Healthy Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili with Quinoa

Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe With Ground Beef

Classic stuffed peppers with rice, ground beef, and a rainbow of sweet red, yellow and orange bell peppers makes the best easy dinner idea any night of the week.Ever since I was a starry eyed pre-teen, I've been a fan of drawing rainbows. Now I eat them.But as a kid, I ... continue reading... about Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe With Ground Beef

Slow Cooker Hatch Green Chile Verde

Your slow cooker does all the hard work for you in this pork green chili recipe. Hatch green chiles are the star of this soup, but jalapeños can be used if needed!Searching for Hatch Green Chile Recipes Here is the thing about eating seasonal: You eat it while it's fresh ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Hatch Green Chile Verde

Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni

Call it what you want — cheeseburger macaroni, hamburger mac and cheese, or homemade Hamburger Helper. Whatever this recipe is, it's delicious.Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe I’m not embarrassed to admit it. In our first days of being married—yep, that was just a feeeewww ... continue reading... about Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni

31 Quick Dinner Ideas for Easy Summer Nights

This list of 31 quick dinner ideas will have you in and out of the kitchen (or manning the grill) with plenty of time left to chill out on any hot summer night of the week.Hello August = Hello end of summer. Please! Say it isn't so!There's no time in what's left of ... continue reading... about 31 Quick Dinner Ideas for Easy Summer Nights

BLT Pasta Salad with Avocado

This creamy, easy pasta salad recipe is loaded with tomatoes, arugula, and avocado, plus crispy bacon that's all topped with a super simple Ranch-style dressing made healthier with a combo of Greek yogurt and mayo.You could say my collection of pasta salad recipes here on ... continue reading... about BLT Pasta Salad with Avocado

Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Fresh tomatoes, garlic and basil bring summertime flavors to a classic dinner of Shrimp Scampi Pasta.Fresh tomatoes, garlic and basil. Three ingredients that magically transform into very special recipes when a few simple additions are made. Add toasted bread and you have ... continue reading... about Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Creamy Asparagus & Salmon Pasta

Leftover salmon gets a recipe remake with bowtie pasta, fresh asparagus, and dill in this super simple Parmesan cream sauce that makes meal prep a breeze. This salmon pasta couldn't be easier to make!Easy Leftover Salmon Recipe You know how moms are always, always, always ... continue reading... about Creamy Asparagus & Salmon Pasta

German Potato Salad

Hot red potatoes dressed in a warm bacon, mustard and vinegar dressing are what make this traditional German potato salad a family favorite.I can taste the pucker now. It's the telltale sign of the ultimate German potato salad. That vinegar punch mixed with spunky, grainy ... continue reading... about German Potato Salad

The Best Cheeseburger Soup

This hearty cheeseburger soup tasts just like your favorite burger, minus the bun! I topped my serving with zesty bread and butter pickles and homemade garlic croutons for extra oompf.Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Disclosure before we even get started: NO! I am not ... continue reading... about The Best Cheeseburger Soup

How to Make the Best Chimichurri Sauce

This Argentinian chimichurri sauce is a fresh parsley and cilantro salsa that gives grilled steak, chicken, fish and vegetables a garlicky kick.Firing up the grill is a summer habit I'll never get enough of. The smokey flavor and char of any protein or veg is something I ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Chimichurri Sauce

The Secret to Grilled Baby Back Ribs

The trick to making perfect grilled baby back ribs every time is to cook them low and slow in the oven before grilling them. Trust me, it works!The Best Grilled Ribs Recipe This weekend we’re packing the coolers, loading up the truck with big boy toys and heading out of ... continue reading... about The Secret to Grilled Baby Back Ribs

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  • This easy, purely plant-based Indian-inspired soup that eats like a stew is totally flavor-filled, organic, vegan, and so much more. It's a comfort food flavor bomb of lentil and butternut squash with Indian spices and healthy goodness that proves eating better for yourself is your choice, but with recipes like this, an easy one to make. Tap the link in my profile and search "lentil soup" for the recipe. ⁠
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  • This creamy BLT pasta salad is where healthy meets happy and it’s easy to eat more greens. It’s loaded with tomatoes, arugula, and avocado, plus crispy bacon that’s all topped with a super simple Ranch-style dressing made healthier with a combo of Greek yogurt and mayo. Tap the link in my bio and search “BLT pasta” for the recipe.
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