These 15-minute meal ideas will have you making the perfect dinner on the fly. 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 better win. Knowing all that got me thinking about all the meals I have in my …
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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 …
This slow cooker pork chops with gravy recipe is my new favorite way to make dinner. Everyone in my house fell head over heels in love with this dish! If you are looking for the perfect pork chop dinner, then this is it! The other night, I was wanting to make a new pork chop …
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 …
This Tuscan Chicken Pasta recipe is one you will want to add on your to make list again and again. The last couple of weeks have been rough around here — if I am honest, the last month has been rough. My mother-in-law has been in and out of the hospital and when that happens, …
This homemade Easy 3 Meat Pizza is one that every meat-eating person will love. Filled with chunks of sausage, bacon, and ground beef, it makes the perfect slice of pizza for anyone who loves those meat-filled pizzas from the restaurants. If you have known me for any length of time whatsoever, you know my love …
When the store has a cut of meat on the manager’s special for $2.98, you buy it and come up with a delicious recipe like my Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Loin. The other day at the grocery store, I ran upon an amazing sale on 5-pound pork loins. The manager’s special was for $2.98! I …
Few dishes prove that less really is more quite like a Classic Margherita Pizza. With just a handful of high-quality ingredients—fresh dough, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and good olive oil—this iconic Italian pizza delivers big flavor without fuss. Whether you’re hosting pizza night, testing your homemade dough skills, or just craving something simple and satisfying, this …
This recipe for my Chicken Scampi will be your new favorite go-to pasta dish. In other words, the family will be excited when you make this dish for them! Anytime I am in the mood for pasta these days, I lean more towards lemon and garlic flavors or Asian-inspired dishes like my Mongolian Ground Beef …
This post for the perfect brilled bbq ribs was sponsored by Smithfield® as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. My husband and I both love grilling a lot. In fact, one summer, that is all we did. We grilled everything. That is how …
This post is compensated by Seeds of Change through the Network Niche. All opinions and my recipe for Chipotle Chicken Nachos are all my own! One of my favorite things to do when life is crazy is to fix quick and easy dinners for my family. Now — this dish may not look like much. …
Okay y’all — this recipe is HANDS DOWN one of the best meals I have ever made in my entire life. I recently made Coffee Crusted Steaks with some delicious prime USDA ribeyes. Now, I will be honest with you — I have never made a steak inside the house. I have been SO against …
When you’re craving something cozy but still bright and fresh, lemony chicken orzo soup is the answer. It’s light yet comforting, packed with tender chicken, hearty orzo pasta, and finished with a pop of lemon that makes every spoonful feel nourishing and satisfying. This is the kind of soup that works just as well for a weeknight …
During the holidays, one of my absolute favorite dishes to make is my Coca-Cola Baked Ham. It is so full of delicious flavor that no one can stay out of it. The Coca-Cola glaze on top is really what sets this ham apart from any other holiday ham. It creates a sugar mixture that pairs perfectly with …
If you’re looking to elevate your next dinner party or holiday gathering, these Pomegranate BBQ Basted Cornish Hens are a showstopper. Tender, juicy hens are basted with a tangy, slightly sweet, and smoky pomegranate BBQ glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. The result? A dish that looks as impressive as it tastes. For more inspiration, …
An easy recipe on how to make homemade pasta from scratch. When my husband and kids purchased a Kitchenaid Stand Mixer for me for Christmas one year, I knew I was going to want all of the attachments that come along with it. For years, I have wanted to make homemade pasta, and so just …
This baked sweet and sour chicken will become your new favorite at home takeout dish. I love filling my house with the aroma of cooking a homemade Chinese meal. My daughter and I love creating our favorite restaurant-style foods right in the comfort of our kitchen. The day I discovered this recipe for Baked Sweet …
I love making homemade pizza dough from scratch. There is just something about having pizza and knowing that you have made it. It’s a fun way to get your kids in the kitchen cooking and to spend some quality time chatting about what is going on in their lives. Making pizza is one of my …
If you’re looking for a quick dinner packed with flavor, this Grilled Teriyaki Chicken is one of the easiest meals you can make. Tender chicken strips are cooked until golden and coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the pan or on the grill. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal …