This collection of peanut butter recipes will tempt the most ardent peanut butter lover. If you have been a reader of my blog, you will know that I adore peanut butter. If there is a way to use peanut butter in a recipe, I will try it. If you’re wanting to make a recipe with peanut …
International Cooking
One of my favorite week night hearty meals, when I feel like spending a bit of time on a recipe is stuffed peppers. This recipe for pizza stuffed peppers takes a normal meat stuffing to a new level by mixing in your favorite pizza toppings to the stuffing mixture. One of the great things about …
Nothing says comfort food quite like a big bowl of pasta! If you need inspiration for what to cook tonight, try one of these 35+ pasta casserole recipes. Some of these recipes are decadent pasta casseroles, while others are healthier versions. Not only are there traditional baked ziti recipes on the list, but there are …
At our house, we barbecue all year long since the weather is somewhat moderate here in NC. But when summer rolls around, we really give the grill a workout. These Summer BBQ Recipes are some of my favorites. Many of these choices are 30 minute meals, and will be a hit at any summer time outdoor …
This Greek chopped salad has a summer time taste that pairs well with grilled meats or fish and it makes a really popular pot luck take along. The salad is full of bite sized ingredients that are so pleasing to the eye. You’ll be transported to the Mediterranean with every bite! Keep reading to find …
We love any Mexican food recipe at our house, and I am always looking for new ways to prepare it. This recipe for Grilled Shrimp Tostadas is ready in a flash and combines heart healthy grilled shrimp to a traditional tostada recipe. It is one of my husband’s favorite shrimp recipes. And if you are …
These Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers are loaded with ground turkey, barley, and fresh vegetables. They are super easy to make and so healthy and delicious. Stuffed bell peppers are a favorite meal of mine – because they are fun to eat, very easy to make, and always look so pretty on a dinner plate! They are …
This is the time of the year when cranberries are so readily available. It’s the perfect time to put them to good use with these cabbage wraps with cranberries and chicken. These wraps are light, tasty and one of my favorite 30 minute meals. (or less!) Keep reading to find out how to make them. Even …
These oven baked chicken fajitas give all of the flavor of the popular Mexican entreé without the fuss (and mess) of a sizzle platter. They are a delicious combination of sweet peppers, onions, and sliced chicken with both fresh and dried herbs. Best of all, this is a 30-minute baked chicken recipe for those busy …
This recipe for stuffed shells is sort of a combination of the traditional stuffed Italian shells with a distinct Mexican taco style flair. The sauce is homemade and so is the taco seasoning. Taco flavored recipes are some of my family’s favorite meal times. (See my taco wraps and easy taco melts for other tasty …
This one pot spicy chicken stew comes together in a large dutch oven on your stove top, filling the kitchen with the delicious aroma of winter comfort food. The easy chicken and vegetable recipe features hearty veggies that are simmered in a tomato and wine broth that is flavored with spices. One pot meals are …
This spicy rice recipe is a flavorful and satisfying side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight recipe or a delicious side dish to bring to a potluck for Cinco de Mayo, this recipe is sure to impress. The spicy rice is made with jalapeño peppers, sweet …
For a change of pace tonight, let’s make some Moroccan meatballs. Who can resist meatball recipes? Today, instead of spaghetti and meatballs, we’ll be travelling to another part of the world for a new taste sensation. This recipe takes Italian meatballs to a whole new level, by combining Middle Eastern spices and fresh herbs with …
Are you tired of the same old boring meatloaf recipe? This easy Parmesan meatloaf is flavored with Italian-inspired fresh herbs and topped with a layer of tasty Parmesan cheese and a delicious homemade marinara sauce. The meatloaf recipe is fall comfort food at its best and a great addition to your collection of Italian recipes! …
Traditional Amish food is very simple and something that we associate with the group today. We think of it as comfort food. It usually has simple, plain ingredients. Keep reading to find out more about the Amish people, their cooking, and get some tasty Amish recipes. Where are Amish people living in the US? The …
Entertaining this time of the year can make for a stressful few months if you don’t have a few easy appetizers in your arsenal. Lucky for me, (and you!) these crostini recipes come together in a flash and are perfect for those times when guests show up with little notice. Do you like 30 minute meals? …
If you are looking for a switch from the normal pico de gallo, try this Roasted Beet Salsa with tangerines and red onion. It is hearty with a hint of sweetness and very low in fat. One of my favorite things to do each week is make a trip to my local Farmer’s market. The …
This creamy garlic Parmesan mushroom chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts and mushrooms swimming in a rich garlicky Parmesan sauce. The easy recipe is on the table in less than 30 minutes and you’ll be delighted to see the last drop of sauce gone from the plates! We have chicken often during the week at …
Roasting red peppers is super easy to do and gives you a great tasting result that is so different from the pepper’s natural taste. This cooking tip gives you four ways for roasting peppers and works with both sweet bell peppers, and spicy chili peppers. If you have never eaten a roasted red pepper, fresh from …
This steak fajita chili recipe is brimming over with chunks of fork tender beef and fajita style vegetables in a rich, spicy chili base. The whole recipe is made on the stove top to coax out the flavors that only one pot meals made in layers can deliver. There is nothing quite like the look or …
If you’re looking for easy recipes with ground beef and biscuits, these biscuit tacos are a fun, cheesy twist that skips the usual casserole. Instead of a traditional bake, these taco biscuit melts are made as individual, handheld portions that are perfect for a quick family dinner. Each biscuit taco (also known as taco melts …
This easy penne pasta recipe has ground beef and penne cooked in a red wine tomato sauce that is rich and flavorful. It makes a tasty addition to your collection of one pot meals. Everything is made in one pan to make clean up super easy when you are done cooking. Mushrooms, onions and garlic give a …
This quick and easy one pot Jambalaya recipe has loads of textures and tastes and a splash of New Orleans flavor! The recipe is gluten free, healthy and features chicken, shrimp, and andouille sausages. Perfect for a busy weeknight meal! Time for some Southern charm in a bowl. This recipe is sure to make you …
This one pot chili con carne has layers and layers of flavor that develop on the stove and in the oven in the same pan. It has become one of my family’s favorite one pot meals. When the weather turns cold, my thoughts turn to warming up with a winter comfort food recipe. Nothing beats …
Tonight, I had a hankering for chili myself, and didn’t have the time for a long cook. I came up with this smoky 3-bean chili, and it has the most amazing flavor. No one will know it is one of your 30-minute meals! One of my favorite go-to meals when I really want to please my …
This slow cooker sesame seed honey chicken is sweet and tangy and perfect for a busy week night. I seem to be on a sesame seed kick lately. I needed some for my Asian sesame seed dressing and the bottle was big so I had plenty over for other recipes. Since I also love crock …