This hearty potato and cheddar soup is a perfect choice for cool fall evenings. It’s rich and creamy and goes perfectly with your favorite crusty bread. Heavy cream and good quality cheese give the soup a decadent flavor. Best of all, the soup is made in one pot, so it’s easy to prepare, and cleanup…
Now that summer is here, it’s time to get out the barbecue! I’ve compiled a list of 30 of the best summertime grill recipes for you to enjoy. Many of these choices are 30 minute meals. They’re perfect for a tasty weeknight dinner or to cpieook for any outdoor summertime party. Plus, you’ll keep the house…
This saucy Asian meatballs recipe features a sweet and spicy homemade sauce that delivers bold flavor in every bite. They’re easy enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough to serve as an appetizer for parties, potlucks, or game day. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and ground pork, which keeps…
These BBQ pulled pork phyllo cup appetizers are an easy party recipe made with crispy mini phyllo shells, tender pulled pork, and tangy barbecue sauce. They come together quickly and deliver a generous amount of smoky BBQ flavor in a bite-sized appetizer. They’re a great choice for summer gatherings, game day spreads, and casual entertaining…
This easy bacon wrapped asparagus recipe makes an easy appetizer and is also a great side dish for any regular meal. I love healthy side dishes that still have a taste of decadence about them. This recipe is one that fits that bill nicely. This dish fits into most diet plans including gluten-free and Paleo….
It’s time to make grilled pork with mango salsa! We love to grill at our house. My husband is a wonderful grill master, and everything he puts on the grill comes out beautifully. I made a mango salsa to go with the pork chops, and I know we’ll be cooking it over and over again…
Many of the crock pot recipes that I feature on my blog are a version of my mother’s favorite recipes. These slow cooker Boston baked beans are no exception! I grew up eating my mother’s Boston baked beans on Saturday nights. She used to make her recipe on the stove but I’ve adapted her recipe…
Are you looking for new fall recipes to try? This one pot sausage rotini bake is full-bodied, hearty, and best of all, everything comes together in one pot. Fall is a great time to prepare one pot meals. It’s a busy time of year, and nothing is easier to put together than meals made in…
This apple pecan stuffed pork chops recipe is comfort food at its best! The recipe is one of my 30 minute meals (actually 5 minutes over but those 5 minutes are worth it!) For this autumn recipe, I’ve stuffed boneless pork chops with an apple and pecan stuffing. I know how well these natural flavors…
This slow cooker pork roast with applesauce and vegetables is a very easy recipe that tastes just amazing. The pork has a sweet rosemary mustard sauce that compliments the applesauce beautifully for a wonderful fall meal. Ahh…the wonders of crock pot recipes. No other kitchen appliance can make a dinner with hardly any preparation at…
One of the big pleasures of the summer is all of the BBQ cooking that is done. It is the idea way to socialize with friends when the temps are high and the feeling is casual. And nothing is better on the grill than perfect spare ribs. Foodies know that great spare ribs normally take…
In this post, we are sharing 20 of our favorite bacon recipes that will have you coming back for seconds. Bacon is one of those ingredients that can take any dish to the next level. From breakfast to dinner, there’s no denying the appeal of the salty, smoky goodness that is bacon. Whether you’re 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…
I love my crock pot! I can throw all of the ingredients into it early in the day and let it do its job all day long. At the end of the day, my house smells great when I come home after being out all day. But there are a few cooking tips to make…
It’s time for a hearty breakfast casserole! I am all about easy recipes. I don’t have a lot of time to cook but still want to make sure that I serve meals that are visually pleasing and taste good, even when they don’t take much time to make. The hearty breakfast casserole features eggs and…
If you are looking for something fast and easy to make on a busy weeknight that is still full of flavor and looks great, this pork chops with apples and stuffing is the perfect choice. The wholesome taste of cinnamon and apples is always a perfect accompaniment for pork chops. But adding the extra crunch…
Brrrr…it’s cold here in Raleigh. Time for one of my 30 minute meals that will hit the spot. The temps are down to about 9 degrees overnight and that is nothing whatsoever like normal for us here. So, I need something filling and warm and comforting. I decided to make corn chowder but wanted a…
This slow cooker herbed apricot pork loin roast tastes like you spent hours tending it, when the crock pot really did all the work for you. Short on time in the morning but want to use your slow cooker? Just 5 minutes of preparation is all you need for this delicious pork roast. Just mix…
Looking for a hearty dish that your family will love? Try this Italian sausage casserole with cheese and potatoes. It is a real crowd pleaser! This recipe goes back to the hearty food of the 1970s. My mom used to make hearty side dish casseroles a lot since we had a big family and food…