Parmesan Broccoli and Ham Salad This Parmesan Broccoli and Ham salad packs a lot of punch for a recipe that only calls for a handful of ingredients. This is the perfect dish to accompany hot dogs, hamburgers, or even a big ol’ grilled steak. Parmesan, broccoli, ham, and more get tossed in a dressing made of sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, and sugar! It’s SUPER flavorful and sure to be a hit at your next picnic. Jump to Recipe Too Hot to Eat? NEVER! But there is something to be said about the type of foods we crave in the spring and summer. Gone are the days of stews and pot roasts; now is the ..read more

Potato Salad with Ranch Dressing and Eggs A simple, uncomplicated recipe resulting in big, bold flavors, this Potato Salad with Ranch Dressing and Eggs recipe is a new take on a classic American comfort food. Potato salad is one of, if not the most, customizable side dishes in the world. You really can’t go wrong! Well, as long as you’re only cooking for your tastes—if you decided to add corn chips and caviar to the batch of potato salad you made for a potluck at work…be prepared to never be asked to make the potato salad again. The sole purpose of this recipe is to impart more flavor in you ..read more

Colcannon Shepherd’s Pie — The Ultimate, Affordable, St. Patrick’s Day Meal. A new take on two classic dishes, this Colcannon Shepherd’s Pie combines beef, carrots, mushrooms, onions, and a rich broth with a broiled mashed potato and cabbage topping resulting in one of the most hearty, comforting meals you can make! One Last Hurrah for Wintertime Eats! Shepherd’s Pie and Colcannon are both ridiculously hearty dishes—the definition of ‘stick to your ribs.’ So, what better way to celebrate the gradual ascent into springtime and, of course, St. Patrick’s Day, than to combine both dishes—one las ..read more

Garlic Lovers Steak and Black Bean Stew This Garlic Lovers Steak and Black Bean Stew packs a lot of punch for a recipe that only calls for a handful of ingredients. This is the perfect dish to wake up the dinner table on weeknights. Steak and black beans flavored with TONS of garlic, simmered quickly in a diced tomato and green chilies base—simply delicious. Jump to Recipe The Meal Preppers Dream Sometimes I really don’t want to worry about what I’m eating for the week. Not only that, I also don’t want to have to make a bunch of components for a meal. Not only those, I ALSO don’t want to do ..read more

Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast Chuck roast, onion, carrots, and celery all slow cooked in a delicious French onion sauce, this Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast is a hearty, flavor packed meal that comes together in no time! The truth is… I’m not a pot roast fan. Most of the recipes I’ve tried are one note in flavor. It’s just beef flavored meat and vegetables and while that’s all fine and good, it leaves something to be desired for me. But my husband LOVE pot roast! So…I’m on a journey to create pot roast recipes that appeal to the BOTH of us. Recipes that bring me joy when my husband ..read more

Three Cheese Pasta Casserole with Ground Beef Three Cheese Pasta Casserole with Ground Beef Three cheeses, seasoned ground beef, pasta, and a delicious tomato sauce, this three cheese pasta casserole with ground beef is hearty and delicious—and only requires a salad for a side. If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, this is the recipe for you! Happy Accidents in Aisle 5…. Okay, this was supposed to be a recipe for stuffed shells but when I pulled out the noodles……they were small, well—not large enough to stuff and not small enough for macaroni and cheese. I’m a grocery store ..read more

Banana Pound Cake If you’re looking for a new way to use up your ripe bananas, look no further than this Banana Pound Cake—it’s sweet, moist, and bursting with banana flavor. The Riper the Bananas— The quicker the scramble to make something with them before they turn completely to mush. My original plan was to make my orange chocolate chip banana bread but I blinked and my bananas were already almost too ripe! It’s right before the holidays so I’ve been in a “clean out the pantry” state of mind and so, not having the ingredients for the orange chocolate chip recipe—and not wanting to just ma ..read more

Sweet Heat Cowboy Chili Beef, sausage, onion, and a whole lot of jalapenos simmered in a sweet onion and tomato sauce, this sweet heat cowboy chili is delicious, comforting, and comes together in no time! Saddle Up, It’s Fall Ya’ll! Time to put away the hot dogs and potato salad and bring out the pot roast and roast potatoes. It’s time for our food to coat our insides with warmth and comfort. Oh! I love it! Chili is a quintessential fall dish. It’s easy to make and it warms you UP on those cooler evenings. It’s one of my favorite dishes to make. One thing I love about chili is the variety of ..read more

Buttery Garlic Parmesan Croutons These Buttery Garlic Parmesan Croutons are so easy to make and take your salad from zero to one hundred in no time! Garlic, butter, parmesan, and more spread and baked on delicious Italian bread until these buttery, crunchy, and—most importantly—delicious croutons come out of the oven in 15 minutes! Every Salad Needs Croutons. Are you the type of person who eats the croutons off the top of the salad before you dig in? Are you the type of person who rations the croutons so you’re able to have one every few bites of salad? Are you the type of person who uses co ..read more

This Cowboy Guacamole is chock full of corn, tomatoes, jalapenos, and more. It’s not your typical guacamole but it’s bursting with flavor and comes together in no time. It’s the perfect dip for game day, Taco Tuesday, and anything in between! Guacamole is a hard dip to beat. Creamy avocado, onion, tomatoes, and—most importantly—salt. Scooped up onto a tortilla chip and crunched into your mouth—it’s just *chef’s kiss.* Cowboy Guacamole takes this dip to a different level with the addition of corn, black beans, and jalapenos. The sweetness from the corn and spiciness from the jalapenos…simply ..read more