This delicious recipe is hearty and perfect for cold weather. We always make this, along with yummy cornbread, for our family Halloween party. Everyone loves it and it disappears quickly. The Best Slow-Cooker Chili is easy to make and simmers in the slow-cooker for a few hours till it’s the perfect […]
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Split Pea Soup
You’ll love this Split Pea Soup all winter long – especially when you’ve been playing outside and need to warm up. Pair it with some crusty whole-grain bread for a hearty and nutritious meal. I generally use leftover ham in this recipe. It makes the prep go a lot faster […]
Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken Caccciatore is simple Italian comfort food at its best. This slow-cooker version makes a good Sunday dinner, since it’s so easy to prepare. It’s a family favorite of ours and frequently requested by my pickiest eater. I love that it’s loaded with lots of veggies, even if my kids can’t […]
Easy Blender Crêpes
This is a versatile and easy-to-make crêpe recipe. I’ve used it for sweet crêpes, savory crêpes, and the beautiful 30-Layer Crêpe Cake that my daughter always asks for on her birthday. If you’ve never made them before, it may take a few tries to get them just right. No worries […]
Salmon Pesto Pasta Salad
This simple Salmon Pesto Pasta salad is a delicious make-ahead recipe that’s perfect for a summer picnic or lunch. Using prepared basil pesto sauce is a great time-saver but you can always make your own.
4-Cheese Lasagne
This is a slightly richer version of a favorite comfort food – with a goat cheese-ricotta mixture layered with robust tomato sauce, sausage, mozzarella slices, sheets of pasta, and parmesan. Oven-ready lasagna sheets cut out a step and make this recipe a little easier to make. Check the notes for […]
Four Cheese Pasta
My kids and hubby often request this dish for their birthdays because they think it’s super fancy. While it does taste fancy, what they don’t know is that the sauce only takes about five minutes to cook and the whole thing is done in about 35 minutes. It’s made with […]
Parchment Baked Chicken
Baking in parchment is a fantastic way to keep your chicken moist, with minimal fuss. It’s simple and quick – and can be used for tonight’s dinner or for cooking chicken in bulk to be frozen and used later. I taught my college-age son how to cook in parchment and […]
Southwest Tortilla Rolls
These Southwest Tortilla Rolls are a big hit at parties together with the yummy salsa/sour cream dip. Or, make them ahead of time and freeze for a quick, microwaveable snack for your kids.
Pumpkin Apple Soup
Just right for a Fall or Winter evening, this soup is the perfect combination of pumpkin, apples, bacon and spices. Use canned pumpkin or roast your own (directions included ) and substitute the coconut milk for the cream in a lower fat version. The roasted pepitas (directions included) are the […]