Weeknight latkes for when you don't have the time (or the interest!) in shredding potatoes and squeezing them dry! Many of you who make latkes from scratch for Hanukkah and I applaud you, but when you're looking for a quick fix any time of year, this may be the recipe for you! Enjoy!! Ingredients: Makes … Continue reading Lazy Latkes
For a twist on an all-American favorite, try these super flavorful Bombay-style Sloppy Joes! Complete with Indian spices and ingredients like garam masala, fresh ginger and spicy peppers, its sure to tickle your taste buds and make your meal rotation. Enjoy! Ingredients: Feeds 4 EVOO 1-2 tbsp fresh ginger, chopped 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and … Continue reading Bombay Joes
Aren’t you lucky, it’s a two-fer! These have become two of my favorite go to sweet treats while I’m trying out keto and lowering my carbs. I too am concerned about my fat intake on this “diet” so feel free to reduce the fat by using light cream or low fat cream cheese. The pudding … Continue reading Blueberry Chia Pudding and Raspberry Cheesecake Cups
As I was prepping this dish I came to the realization that I have never posted a mac-n-cheese recipe!? That kinda blew my mind considering what a cheese-head I am, coupled with my love of pasta! Anyhow, my recipe for mac-n-cheese is a derivative of Alton Brown's original recipe. I discovered it years ago and … Continue reading Loaded Broccoli Mac-n-Cheese
This dish was inspired by one of my favorite foodie Instagram-ers and made for the perfect rainy Sunday supper tonight! It takes only minutes to prep, leaving your slow cooker to do all the work. Serve the hearty and flavorful ragú over your favorite pasta with a dollop of herbed ricotta and you'll wow everyone … Continue reading Beef Ragú with Herbed Ricotta
This recipe is all my own; created out of love for both macaroni and cheese and my slow cooker! I used chick pea pasta for added protein as well as broccoli to help get more nutrients into my kids! My version of slow cooker mac-n-cheese is super creamy, delicious and sure to please! Enjoy. Ingredients: … Continue reading Easy Slow Cooker Broccoli Mac-n-Cheese
This is a semi-homemade, one skillet, made in under 30 minutes masterpiece that will wow everyone at your dinner table! Simple shortcuts make is quick and easy while still maintaining authentic flavors and textures. This will make you feel like it's Sunday at Grandma's (when it's only Wednesday night)! Ingredients: Feeds 6 - 8 18 … Continue reading Meatball Marinara with Gnocchi and Burrata
I'm baaaaack! After two decadent and delicious weeks at the beach, I am in my kitchen and craving all things non-seafood, lol! Saw a recipe similar to this on Insta and decided to simplify it a bit and make it my own, so here goes! Super easy, super tasty and sure to satisfy your need … Continue reading Cheese Steak Stuffed Peppers
I cannot take credit for the catchy name or the tasty combination of ingredients; I know quite a few home cooks who have their own version of this recipe on file! However, I can tell you how I make it as well as list a few unique ways to repurpose your leftovers! Ingredients: Serves 10 … Continue reading Texas Caviar
Why order take out when you can make it (better) yourself at home?! This tasty shrimp fried rice is easy to make and satisfyingly delicious! If shrimp aren't your thing, substitute with chicken or leave the protein out all together... it makes an excellent side dish! Ingredients: Feeds 4 - 6 1 1/2 cups white rice … Continue reading Shrimp Fried Rice
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