Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Remember microwaving frozen chicken pot pies when you were a kid? I sure do. For me, nothing says “childhood comfort” like this classic dish. I’m so pleased to share with you a homemade chicken pot pie that calls for all…
Classic Chili
This Classic Chili has to be my favorite recipe… and that’s saying a lot. It was one that I mastered early on when I was learning how to cook, and it always saves me when I just haven’t thought about…
Skillet BBQ Chicken Nachos
In my healthy eating journey, this was one of the first recipes I added to our monthly rotation. BBQ Chicken Nachos? You say that’s healthy? And I say: it all depends on the ingredients. Often times, I think people confuse…
Beans and Rice with Sausage
I love one-pot meals and this is another staple for my family. I keep these Beans and Rice ingredients on hand so I can throw this together in a pinch. Add Flavor to Rice For this Beans and Rice dish,…
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
White Chicken Chili is a lovely departure from the more traditional chili recipe (which I also love and make often). With the help of a slow cooker – like a Crock Pot – this becomes an easy meal to throw…
Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Beef
Unfortunately, the school cafeteria version of Shepherd’s Pie left a bad taste in my mouth (literally) for this dish. It wasn’t until a few years ago that I actually gave it another try… and loved it! Shepherd’s Pie with ground…
Beef and Rice Casserole
When I haven’t planned something for dinner, I have a few staple ground beef recipes that I lean on. Ground beef thaws quickly and is so versatile. In next to no time I can have a pot of chili simmering…
Juicy Roast and Potatoes: How to Cook a Beef Roast
How to cook a beef roast: I came up with this recipe because I had a relatively cheap cut of meat from a local farm. There are two things I know to do when working with a “cheap” cut of…
Healthy Chicken Pad Thai
Finally a healthy Chicken Pad Thai recipe that is fast, easy, and completely delicious. Enjoy a classic restaurant dish in the comfort of your own home made from real ingredients. Everything in its Place “Mise en Place” in French cooking…