• 30-Minute Meals - Asian - Dinner - Easy - Recipe Skill Levels - Side Dishes - Soup

    Potsticker Soup

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    My potsticker soup is what you make when you’re busy, hungry, and need something quick that still tastes really good. All it takes is some frozen potstickers, a simple broth, and a handful of veggies! Why This One’s Worth Making Better Texture: Instead of dropping dumplings straight into broth, the potstickers are browned first. This adds flavor, and they don’t get all mushy. Fast and family-friendly: Frozen potstickers and simple ingredients keep prep minimal. It’s warm, filling, and quick to make. Perfect for weeknights! Customizable: You can use any type of potstickers and swap the veggies or broth for whatever…

  • Dinner - Weekly Meal Plans

    Weekly Meal Plan #72

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    Print the shopping list Dinner doesn’t have to feel like another thing you’re failing at. This weekly meal plan is all about hearty, comforting meals that make your evenings calmer and nights easier. Think cozy, filling dinners the whole family will love! Hearty Meals For Cold Days Winter has a way of pulling everyone back home. If you want your family to stay in, gather around the table, and actually linger, these hearty, family-friendly dinners are for you. Want more ideas? Check out all my other weekly meal plans here. Monday: One-Pan Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Tuesday: Fall off the Bone Slow…

  • Chicken - Dinner - Easy - Recipe Skill Levels - Salads - Sandwiches

    Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    If you’ve had the Neiman Marcus chicken salad, you know why it’s famous. My copycat version gets the combo of chicken, grapes, almonds, and a smooth dressing perfectly! It’s my go-to for showers, lunches, and everything in between. What Makes This Taste Like the Original Tastes Like The Real Thing! The secret ingredient to make it just like the real thing is whipping cream! Make-Ahead Friendly! You can prep it in advance! It gets better as it chills, making it perfect for lunches, showers, and brunches. It Works A Dozen Ways! Scoop it onto croissants, crackers, or lettuce cups, or…

  • Casseroles - Dinner - Easy - Oven - Pasta - Recipe Skill Levels - Vegetables

    Minestrone Casserole

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    If you love my minestrone soup even a little, you have to try this minestrone casserole. It takes the cozy, veggie packed soup you already love and turns it into a hearty, cheesy pasta bake. It feels like weeknight dinner perfection. Why You’ll Be Obsessed! It feels familiar: All the cozy flavors of minestrone soup, just baked into a warm, cheesy pasta dish. Easy to Make: You use simple ingredients and get dinner on the table without extra steps. Meal Prep Hack: Make one for dinner now and freeze a second one for a night when cooking just isn’t happening.…

  • American - Bacon - Cabbage - Dinner - Easy - Recipe Skill Levels - Side Dishes - Skillet

    Fried Cabbage

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    You don’t need fancy ingredients to make something great, and this fried cabbage proves that! Bacon, cabbage, a little seasoning, and a hot skillet. That’s it. And it works every single time. Proof Cabbage Deserves the Spotlight Bacon Makes it Better: Crispy bacon and a little reserved bacon grease add rich, savory flavor that turns tender cabbage into something SO good. Quick and Weeknight-Friendly: From start to finish, this recipe is ready in about 25 minutes, making it great for busy dinners or last-minute sides. Pairs With Everything: This fried cabbage tastes wonderful with pork chops, sausage and potato skillet, roasted chicken, or…

  • Chicken - Dinner - Easy - Recipe Skill Levels - Soup

    Crack Chicken and Rice Soup

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    Stop what you are doing right now, and make this Crack Chicken and Rice soup! With tender chicken, rice, creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and bold ranch flavor, this easy one-pot recipe is addictively delicious! What Makes This Soup So Addictive Creamy, cheesy, and irresistible: This soup brings all the flavors of your favorite crack chicken dip and casserole into a warm, cozy bowl. One-pot, low effort: Everything comes together in a single pot, making it perfect for busy nights. Crazy Delicious! If you love crack chicken pasta, this soup has those same savory, ranch-seasoned flavors everyone goes crazy for. Crack Chicken & Rice Soup Ingredients…

  • Chicken - Copycat Recipes - Dinner - Intermediate - Recipe Skill Levels

    Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    My copycat Longhorn parmesan crusted chicken brings all the cheesy, buttery goodness from the restaurant straight to your kitchen. Juicy ranch chicken is topped with a creamy cheese sauce and a golden crumb crust. Why This is a Dinner That Wows Restaurant vibes: With my recipe, you’ll get all of the rich, cheesy LongHorn Steakhouse flavor you love, minus the wait! So much flavor in every bite: You’ll love the way the ranch-marinated chicken, melty cheese, and that buttery, crispy topping all work together! Feels fancy, but it’s actually easy: Simple ingredients, easy steps, and you’ll get a dinner that…

  • Dinner - Intermediate - Pork - Recipe Skill Levels - Seafood - Shrimp - Soup

    New Orleans Gumbo

    January 26, 2026 - By 

    After listening to your feedback and learning what makes a great New Orleans gumbo, I made some changes. This version is richer, more balanced, and way closer to the real deal, without being overwhelming to make at home. How This Gumbo Stays Classic Big Flavor! A dark roux and a longer cook time give this gumbo a rich, deep flavor. Classic Style: Made with the holy trinity (onions, celery, and bell pepper), no tomatoes, and optional okra, so it tastes like New Orleans gumbo. Easy to Follow: Clear measurements and clear steps make this recipe doable at home. New Orleans…