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Citrus Salad

Citrus Salad

Time to Reset: A Zesty Citrus Salad Spring is just around the corner, and after months of hearty winter meals, I’m ready for something bright, fresh, and full of flavor. If you’re like me, the cold weather might have you craving comfort foods, but now …read more

Chinese Hot Pot

Chinese Hot Pot

Chinese Hot Pot: A Budget-Friendly Feast for Entertaining If you’re looking for a fun, interactive, and budget-friendly way to entertain, Chinese Hot Pot is a fantastic option. Sometimes called “fondue Chinoise,” this communal cooking experience dates back to the Zhou dynasty in China and has …read more

Red Beans and Rice

Red Beans and Rice

Big Easy Red Beans and Rice: Frugal, Fabulous, and Full of Flavor New Orleans is a city of magic—a place where music spills out of every doorway, beads rain down from balconies, and food is elevated to an art form. It’s a destination that delights …read more

French Bread Pizza

French Bread Pizza

French Bread Pizza: A Comfort Food Comeback for Game Day (or Any Day) Remember French bread pizza? It’s a nostalgic classic that’s comforting, crunchy, soft, and warm—like a hug in pizza form. And that smell? Pure magic. The French bread pizza has humble beginnings, created …read more

Ways to Use Pasta Sauce Beyond Pasta

Ways to Use Pasta Sauce Beyond Pasta

Creative Ways to Use Pasta Sauce Beyond Pasta You know those inexpensive jars of pasta sauce? They’re lifesavers for whipping up quick spaghetti dinners, but these sauces have a lot more to offer than just a date with noodles. Let’s explore some genius ways to …read more

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Buffalo Chicken Pizza Recipe: A Super Bowl Crowd-Pleaser As we gear up for Super Bowl LVIII on February 9, 2025, it’s time to plan the ultimate game-day menu. Can’t decide between buffalo chicken wings or pizza? They both sound delicious. Why not combine the two …read more

Egg Drop Soup in Minutes

Egg Drop Soup in Minutes

Egg Drop Soup: Comfort in a Bowl in Just Minutes Egg drop soup has long been a favorite at Chinese restaurants, offering a simple, yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for warming up on a chilly day. The magic of this soup lies in the silky …read more

BIG BATCH BOLOGNESE SAUCE

BIG BATCH BOLOGNESE SAUCE

BIG BATCH BOLOGNESE SAUCE Life has a way of getting busy—weekdays blur into weekends, and before you know it, you’re staring into the fridge, wondering what’s for dinner. Here’s a simple solution: gift yourself some sanity by prepping meals ahead of time. Something like Big …read more

Let’s Talk Turkey – How to Roast a Turkey

Let’s Talk Turkey – How to Roast a Turkey

How to roast a turkey. It’s almost turkey time! I’ll answer all your questions about how to roast a turkey for your Thanksgiving dinner. Let’s talk turkey! What size turkey should I buy? The rule of thumb is one pound of turkey per person. For …read more

Thanksgiving Holiday Recipe Collection

Thanksgiving Holiday Recipe Collection

The Thanksgiving Holiday Recipe Collection has classic recipes, fixes for common cooking fails, fun ideas for the ultimate kiddie table, and creative ways to transform leftovers into delicious new meals. 

Chicken Paillard –  A Quicker Chicken Dinner Winner

Chicken Paillard –  A Quicker Chicken Dinner Winner

Would you like a one pan, quick as a flash way to prepare chicken? Yes? Good! I’ve got you covered, it just takes a trick up your sleeve to get a delicious and rather spectacular dinner on the table in no time. Introducing: Chicken Paillards.   …read more

Simple Polenta

Simple Polenta

      What’s delicious, easy to make and totally cheap? Polenta! Polenta is a versatile staple made from ground corn that can serve as an appetizer, side or main dish, for breakfast, lunch or dinner.   It can be seasoned to be sweet or …read more