There is nothing better than an old-fashioned pot of Southern style white beans and ham served with a piece of buttery cornbread. I grew up in a house where my mom and dad grew their food, shot their meat, fished for dinner, and we ate a lot of beans and cornbread growing up. In fact, …
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Want a different take on an amazing Chinese takeout dish? This Chinese Lemon Chicken is one of the best dishes I have made when it comes to making great takeout dishes. The best part? It takes no time to make this simple chicken dinner. This past week, since we have been stuck at home, I …
This copycat Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi soup taste just like what you would get at the restaurant but even better since it’s made at home. For more restaurant favorites, visit Best Copycat Recipes. My daughter and I love Olive Garden. It is our favorite place to go and have a girl’s day out. The …
This classic Italian Wedding Soup is great for those days when the weather is cold and you need something to warm you up. Stephen and I went on a date one night a couple of months ago to see Mac Powell in concert. We decided to eat dinner at this quaint little Italian restaurant that …
These are the best Pioneer Woman recipes on the Internet, according to several bloggers, including myself. If you have never heard of the Pioneer Woman, aka Ree Drummond, what rock have you been living under? For more of her inspiration, just visit Pioneer Woman’s Favorite Recipes. Just kidding. Almost everyone knows who America’s favorite Food …
These heart-shaped pizzas are super cute and perfect for Valentine’s parties, treats for the kids, or just a special night in with your sweeties. For more Valentine inspiration, visit Best Valentine’s Day Recipes. We love making homemade pizzas at our house. If you search my blog for the word “pizza”, you will find all kinds. …
When you need a simple, comforting dinner that everyone at the table will love, this Quick and Easy Parmesan Chicken is the answer. It’s crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with that rich, cheesy flavor we all crave—without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe comes together fast using pantry staples, making it perfect for busy …
If you love one-pan dinner dishes that are easy to make, this Creamy Baked Ziti will fit the bill! My family loves easy pasta dishes. If you have been on this site for any length of time, then you know my love of all things one pan related — like my One Pan Cheeseburger pasta. …
If you love ordering General Tso Chicken from your favorite Chinese takeout spot, you’re going to be thrilled to know how easy it is to make at home. This homemade version delivers everything you love — crispy fried chicken, a sticky-sweet sauce, and just the right amount of heat — without the greasy aftertaste or mystery ingredients. …
Making lasagna with homemade noodles is not as hard as you think! Read on to learn how I did it and how you can too! Never in a million years did I think that I could make homemade lasagna noodles. I had heard about it and was super curious. After making my pasta noodles with …
Are you pregnant and craving sushi? Here are some amazing sushi recipes that you can eat while pregnant. The best part? They go great with my eel sauce recipe! I could not imagine life without eating sushi. I love it so much. There is just something delicious about a tempura-fried Sushi roll or a Spicy …
These Instant Pot Country Style BBQ Ribs turned out amazing, so I wanted to share the recipe with you! For more inspiration, be sure and check out my Easy Instant Pot Recipes. I made these amazing country style ribs in the Instant Pot the other night and I wanted to quickly share the recipe with …
These English Muffin Pizzas come together in no time! One of my favorite foods to play around with when it comes to creating new recipes is the all-inclusive English Muffin. I have made so many awesome recipes using them. Since we had a few left over from the last time I bought some, I decided …
This perfect slow cooker pot roast will become your favorite way to make a pot roast! It’s an amazing fall dinner dish that cannot be beaten. One of my favorite kitchen appliances to use is my slow cooker. I make everything from soups, desserts, and more with mine. Of course, one of my husband’s favorite …
This recipe for the Crispiest Nashville Hot Chicken is the perfect spot on replication of what you would get at most restaurants. You will flip how easy it is — and my secret ingredient makes it extra crispy. Anytime I go anywhere new to eat, one of the first things I do is scour the …
Here are 100 meals you can make in 15 minutes. This list will give you all kinds of recipes you can pull together when you need something on the flu. Cooking on the fly is my specialty. If I can get dinner on the table in 15 minutes or less, I consider that an even …
This recipe for Barilla Red Lentil Pasta with Spicy Tomatoes and Garlic Infused Olive Oil and post are sponsored by Barilla but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. One of my favorite foods to eat is pasta. I can eat SO MUCH pasta it’s not funny. The problem with that though is …
This Instant Pot Garlic Herb Pork Loin will become your new favorite dinner recipe! It comes together in about 35 minutes and makes the perfect weeknight dinner in a pinch. One of my favorite kitchen tools is my Instant Pot. I use it all the time to cook everything from boiled eggs to soups, and …
Want a delicious and better chicken recipe? To celebrate National Cholesterol Awareness month with Mazola® Corn Oil for the month of September, I created these yummy Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Fingers with a Lemon Dill Dipping Sauce. In our house, we LOVE fried chicken. But since my husband and I are working on a better …
If you are looking for a fresh and delicious way to use leftover spaghetti squash, these Spaghetti Squash Fritters with Tomato Basil Salad are a great option. The fritter cooks up golden and crispy on the outside while staying tender inside, and the fresh tomato, avocado, and basil salad adds the perfect bright finish. This is one …
Did you know that you can cut down on cooking time and make Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash? This recipe will have you making this dish over and over and over again. Gardening is in full swing and I am betting you have a ton of squash on hand — especially my favorite — spaghetti squash. …
There is nothing quite like coming home to the smell of dinner already waiting for you, and these Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Gravy are the definition of comfort food. Tender pork chops simmer low and slow in a rich, savory gravy until they’re fork-tender and practically melt in your mouth. It’s an easy, family-friendly meal that …
These 20 sushi recipes you can make at home are a great place to start when you want a fun and creative take on these amazing rolls. I don’t know about you, but I LOVE sushi. Some of my favorite rolls are Spicy California, Crab, and of course, my delicious Tempura Fried Sushi roll served …
These are the best homemade meatballs that you will ever put in your mouth! A few years ago, anytime I needed meatballs for a meal, I would head to the freezer section at the grocery store and buy a huge bag. They were great — at least I thought they were. But then, Kayla and …
If you have ever struggled to get perfectly cooked chicken — juicy on the inside with crispy golden skin on the outside — let me introduce you to your new favorite method: Herbed Spatchcock Chicken. Spatchcocking (also called butterflying) is one of the easiest ways to roast a whole chicken evenly and quickly. And when you …
Chinese New Year is around the corner. Do you have any recipes in mind to help you celebrate? Check out this list of over 50 to choose from. One of my favorite things is to make Chinese takeout right here at home. For years, I thought it would be too hard until one day I …
This Simple Classic Chili is a basic recipe for a simple classic chili. It’s made with lean beef, two different kinds of beans, and pantry spices to make this classic chili perfect for the big game or any get-together. One of our favorite go-to meals around here, when the weather gets super duper cold, is my Simple …
This recipe for Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork will become a staple in your house, like it is mine! It comes together in half the time it would take to make it in the oven or your slow cooker. I am a huge believer in the Instant Pot, pressure cookers, slow cookers, and any other …
These mummy dogs are super easy to make and make for a great spooky lunch for your child. For more spooky food inspiration, check out my list of The Best Halloween Recipes. When my kids were little, they were all about the fun food I used to make for them, like these Mummy Pizzas. Their …
Even though we are just a couple of weeks into fall, my grill and I have learned how to grill the perfect pork chops! The South is known for its humid fall weather. In fact, we are pushing close to 86 degrees just about every single day, and because of that, I still have my …