On New Year’s Day there are certain foods that are traditionally eaten to give you good luck for the upcoming year. Although the type of actual food differs depending on the country and culture, all of them are with hope of luck and prosperity for the year ahead. Growing up in the Midwestern section of the …
Comfort food
One of the best recipes to make with leftover ham is this 15 bean and ham soup recipe. In fact, it is one of my favorite comfort food meals that I make in the middle of winter. It’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I’ve been making variations of this soup for years, sometimes with …
Every year, when the Thanksgiving dishes are washed and the refrigerator is filled with containers of leftover turkey, I start planning meals that don’t resemble the holiday at all, including this Southwestern Turkey Soup recipe. As much as I love the traditional meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and stuffing, there comes a point when …
Parmesan crusted potatoes is one of my favorite side dishes to make when I want something easy, flavorful, and a little bit different than plain roasted potatoes. Small potato chunks are coated with parmesan cheese which melts into the butter and spices to form a crispy golden crust that sticks to the bottom of each …
One of my favorite dinner recipes to make is this Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. It combines all my favorite ingredients into one dish that the entire family loves! Cooked pasta and cubed chicken that have been seasoned with dry Ranch dressing are placed in a baking dish. Then pour a jar of Alfredo sauce on …
When it comes to favorite comfort food recipes it is hard to beat homemade Chicken and Dumplings. Creamy, thick stew filled with shredded chicken, tender vegetables and soft pillowy dumplings. It is a favorite Fall and Winter recipe for many, and with one bite you will know why. The thick and hearty broth coats the …
It is not easy to find a meatloaf recipe that that requires only one pound of ground beef and that is designed for 2-4 servings. In fact, if you search for the best meatloaf recipe you will likely find that nearly all of them have a serving size of 6-8 people and require 2 pounds …
If you are looking for a delicious and warming soup recipe that is full of flavor, then you are going to love this Zuppa Toscana soup recipe. This hearty dish is known for its bold and robust flavors made with just a few simple ingredients. The creamy soup is filled with ground sausage, tender potatoes, …
Now that chili season is among us, I have to share one of my favorite chili recipes with you: Hawaii Chili and Rice. Although there isn’t an official chili season, since the weather is starting to turn a little cooler in some areas, and football season is among us I am unofficially declaring that it’s …
When I think about a comfort food dinner that is both quick and filling, this easy baked meatball casserole is always at the top of my list. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen but still crave a warm, hearty meal that everyone will love. …