Are you on the hunt for the best beef chili recipe? Look no further! This hearty, flavorful chili is my go-to comfort food, and Iโm sure itโll quickly become yours too. Thereโs nothing quite like a warm bowl of chili on a chilly night (I couldnโt resist). Packed with tender beef, my secret ingredient smoky bacon, beans, and a special blend of spices with a hint of brown sugar, itโs the perfect combo of rich flavors. In our home, we find it hard to stop eatingโI've even had to explain to my husband that we canโt have this for dinner every night! If he had to pick just one dinner for the...
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One Pan and One Pot Recipes the entire family will love. Favorite easy recipes like One Pan Parmesan Crusted Chicken With Potatoes And Zucchini,ย Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter andย Garlic Butter Baked Shrimp.
Lasagna Soup
Thereโs something just so comforting about a big ol' bowl of lasagna soup. It captures all the rich flavors of traditional lasagnaโsavory meat, tangy tomato sauce, and creamy cheeseโbut in a warm, spoonable form. Itโs the perfect easy dinner for cold nights when youโre craving lasagna but donโt have the time or energy for layering and baking. What makes this lasagna soup recipe extra special? Itโs the flavor and the ease. Weโre talking ground beef, garlic, Italian herbs, and a swirl of cream for that velvety finish. Add a generous sprinkle of cheese and a dollop of ricotta on top, and...
The Best Pasta alla Vodka
Thereโs something about a big bowl of creamy Pasta alla Vodka that just speaks to my soulโespecially when the sauce is rich, garlicky, and clings to every bite of rigatoni. Itโs one of those dishes that feels a little fancy but is surprisingly simple to make at home. The tomato paste gives it depth, the cream makes it silky, and the vodka? Thatโs the secret to pulling all the flavors together into one irresistibly smooth sauce. Iโm sharing my secrets for making authentic, restaurant-worthy Pasta alla Vodka right at home. For this easy pasta recipe I toss the onion in a food...
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
Looking for an easy, delicious dinner idea? This Greek Sheet Pan Chicken is packed with Mediterranean flavor, juicy marinated chicken, and roasted veggiesโall cooked on one pan. Itโs everything you want in a weeknight dinner: quick, healthy, and always a hit. I even featured it as one of my go-to recipes in the Winnipeg Sun, where I write the weekly food column! The simple lemon-garlic marinade adds bold, fresh taste, and the leftovers (if there are any!) are just as good the next day. Whether you're just starting out in the kitchen or youโve got dinner down to a science, this one-pan...
Creamy French Onion Chicken
If youโre searching for an easy one-skillet dinner that feels fancy but is totally doable this Creamy French Onion Chicken has your name all over it. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts simmer in a silky sauce made with caramelized onions, garlic, fresh thyme, and creamโsimple ingredients that taste SO good! Serve it on a chilly fall or winter night and let it bring a bit of French-inspired comfort to your table. This easy Creamy French Onion Chicken recipe was such a hit, it was featured as the Recipe of the Week in my Winnipeg Sun columnโa cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner perfect for both...
Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Thereโs nothing better than curling up with a comforting bowl of this one-pot turmeric ginger chicken noodle soup, which delivers on both flavor and nourishment. The power combo of ginger and turmeric is natureโs way of soothing colds and upset tummies, making this the perfect go-to when you're feeling under the weather. Packed with chicken, veggies, and egg noodles, every bite is hearty and satisfyingโno more empty spoonfuls of just broth! Iโm going to be repeating this recipe, along with my old-fashioned beef stew, all winter long. These are two meals I love to make in big batches,...
Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken
If youโre craving a quick and easy one-pan meal thatโs bursting with flavor, this creamy lemon chicken is just what you need! In just 25 minutes, youโll have tender, pan-seared chicken breasts covered in a rich, tangy lemon garlic butter cream sauce thatโs absolutely irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish uses simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantryโthink butter, garlic, and a splash of heavy cream. The best part? This family-friendly dinner is incredibly versatile and can be served over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice, making it a guaranteed favorite every...
Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken
Say it with me: stuffed meat is one of the greatest culinary ideas that humanity has come up with. I mean, think about it: stuffed meatballs (gooey cheese oozing out of juicy meat? Yum), beef braciole (love me a stuffed Italian beef roll), chicken cordon bleu (ham and chicken? Yes, please), and Thanksgiving turkey (okay, technically not many people actually stuff the turkey anymore, but still). And now, my new favorite: Caprese stuffed chicken. Why is this my new favorite? Glad you asked. It marries a classic appetizer (the caprese salad) with a versatile poultry to...
Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter
Salmon is one of my favorite seafoods to work with. One, because it's so versatile, and two, because itโs rich with Omega-3 fats and that makes for a healthy meal! This lemon butter salmon may look like a sophisticated dish, but trust me: itโs easy peasy, lemon squeezy. I just put all the ingredients together, then I let the oven do all the heavy lifting while I kick back and relax. No oven at home? Good news! You can also use a frying pan (See Tips & Variations section for details). It is especially a lifesaver for the days when I have guests coming over and...
Garlic Butter Baked Shrimp
Does anyone else find themself frequenting the frozen dinners aisle at Costco a lot more than they should? That was 100% me before I began my cooking journeyโฆ There are just so many different things to try! Who can say no to an easy, no-frills, microwaveable meal every now and then? My days of frozen dinners are behind me, but I recently thought about this garlic butter shrimp scampi I once had which actually tasted amazing. I decided to recreate it with my own spin on it. I present you: the best garlic butter shrimp youโll ever have. Instead of going the pasta route, this...
Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Cream Sauce
Taco Tuesday meets Surf-n-Turf with this recipe, and oh, are you going to love this one. Imagine a warm, softshell tortilla filled with juicy shrimp thatโs been baked in a hot cumin-chili-garlicky marinade. Accompanying the shrimps are sweet pineapple chunks, crunchy shallots, and creamy cilantro coleslaw. Flavor, texture, and nutrition โ this recipe truly has it all. Also, depending on the type of tortilla wrap you use, these shrimp tacos can be gluten-free. Itโs also a keto-friendly recipe and can be made low-carb by skipping the tortilla wrap and serving the shrimps over a bowl...
Easy Pasta Bake (No Boiling Required!)ย
Last Friday, Walt and I hosted a get-together at our place with our circle of friends. Think geeky board games, wine, delicious food and the end of the night (after a few glasses of wine) Kareoke! After our recent trip to Italy Walt and I couldn't stop dreaming about pasta. I mean, who can blame us, right? When we got back I had a girls night and in a stroke of brilliance, one of my closest friends Hayley suggested we should give pasta its own special day. Move over Taco Tuesday, because we proudly present... Pasta Friday! Okay, maybe the name doesn't have that catchy ring, but who cares?...
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