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RECENT RECIPES
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CRISPY TACO SPRING ROLLS
Crispy Taco Spring Rolls are a fun twist on classic taco night, made with seasoned ground beef, peppers, green chiles, salsa, and melted cheese wrapped in spring roll or egg roll wrappers. These Mexican beef spring rolls can be deep fried in tallow or air fried for a crispy, golden finish. They are freezer friendly and can be cooked fresh or straight from frozen, making them perfect for easy weeknight dinners, appetizers, or party food. Serve with a creamy lime hot sauce for dipping for a crowd pleasing taco inspired recipe everyone loves.
FIRECRACKER SALMON with POMEGRANATE RED CABBAGE SALAD
Crispy firecracker salmon rolls wrapped in golden egg roll wrappers, brushed with a sweet chili and pomegranate glaze, and perfect served over a fresh salad for an easy weeknight dinner or impressive appetizer.
SMOKED SAUSAGE & BALSAMIC SAUERKRAUT SKILLET
Ready in under 30 minutes, this smoked sausage and sauerkraut skillet is simple, hearty, and full of flavor. Cooked in garlic and butter infused olive oils with golden onions and finished with a fig balsamic from my friend Carmen’s shop, The Hat’s Olive Tap, it is a one pan meal made for true sauerkraut lovers like my Ukrainian husband.
EASY WHITE LASAGNA (w/chicken) SOUP
Cozy, filling, and irresistibly satisfying, this white lasagna soup brings shredded chicken, broken lasagna noodles, kale or spinach, and a creamy broth together in one pot. It’s simple enough for busy weeknights, easy to double for a crowd, and always a hit at family dinners or potlucks. It reheats beautifully, travels well, and tastes even better the next day.
JAMAICAN CURRIED BEEF & SPINNERS (Dumplings)
This Jamaican Curried Beef and Spinners is rich, cozy, and full of vibrant flavor. I was often exposed to Jamaican cuisine growing up, and the warm curry spices and chewy, tender spinners in this dish always bring back some of my favorite memories. Tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a luxurious curry gravy make this the kind of comforting meal that fills the whole house with the best smells. Perfect for chilly evenings, Sunday dinners, or anytime you want something deeply satisfying.
30-MINUTE HOME-MADE SPAGHETTIOS
Skip the can and make a cozy bowl of nostalgia right at home with this creamy, tomatoey Homemade SpaghettiOs recipe. It’s made with real ingredients, ready in under 30 minutes, and tastes just like the childhood favorite but better.
ONE-PAN BEEF AND POTATO SKILLET (30-Minute Meal)
This Ground Beef & Potato Skillet is a quick, hearty meal made with simple ingredients you already have on hand. Smoky, cheesy, and full of flavor, it comes together in under 30 minutes for around $3 a serving — proof that budget-friendly dinners can still feel special.
EASY POBLANO, CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN SOUP
A cozy, creamy soup packed with smoky poblano peppers, tender rotisserie chicken, black beans, and sweet corn. This easy one-pot meal comes together in under an hour and delivers all the flavor of a slow-simmered soup with none of the fuss. Perfect for family dinners or chilly nights.
FRENCH DAUBE PROVENÇALE (BRAISED BEEF STEW)
This hearty beef stew is packed with tender chunks of beef, vegetables, and a rich broth made with red wine, tomato paste, and balsamic vinegar. Every bite is full of deep, comforting flavor, perfect for chilly days and cozy dinners at home. Serve it over mashed potatoes or polenta and soak up every drop with crusty bread.
BALSAMIC & HERB SAUTÉED PEPPERS
These sweet and savory sautéed peppers and onions are an easy, colorful side dish that pairs with almost anything. Cooked in olive oil with garlic, honey, and white balsamic vinegar, they’re tender, flavorful, and ready in under 15 minutes — the perfect quick skillet recipe for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep.
15-MINUTE CRISPY CHICKEN CUTLETS
These crispy, golden chicken cutlets are the ultimate comfort food — crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and made with simple pantry ingredients. Lightly breaded with panko and Parmesan, they’re quick to cook, family-approved, and perfect for weeknight dinners or leftovers the next day. Serve them with mashed potatoes, pasta, or fresh salad for a meal everyone will love.
TUSCAN-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS
These Tuscan-Style Stuffed Peppers are pure comfort on a plate. 🫑✨
Tender bell peppers are filled with a savory mix of seasoned beef, spicy Italian sausage, rice, and Parmigiano-Reggiano, then baked in a rich tomato-balsamic sauce that fills the kitchen with the most amazing smell.
It’s hearty, saucy, and everything you crave in a cozy fall or winter dinner, the kind that warms the house and makes everyone quietly happy around the table. Bonus? They’re freezer-friendly, so you can bake some now and save a few for those busy nights when cooking feels like too much.
30-MINUTE HOMESTYLE CHICKEN & GRAVY
Made this family favourite tonight and wow. Rotisserie chicken simmered in the most silky smooth gravy with all those cozy flavors you crave. Dinner on the table in 30 minutes, tastes like Sunday cooking but on a weeknight budget. Total comfort food without the stress or the splurge.
STEWED COD IN TOMATOES AND PEPPERS
Need a quick weeknight dinner that tastes restaurant-worthy? This easy Mediterranean-style cod recipe brings together tender flaky cod fillets, juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, a hint of chili heat and buttery garlic goodness. Perfect for a cozy family meal or when you want to impress without the fuss.
MEXICAN STREET CORN BAKE
My baked Mexican Street Corn is everything…creamy, cheesy, smoky and ready in one pan! It’s the perfect side dish for family dinners, the ultimate party food, and a total MVP dip for chips on game days. I use fresh cobs of Johnson’s Fresh Farms Taber corn as it’s amazing but canned corn works as well when fresh is out of season.
EASY SWEET & SPICY CHIPOTLE LIME BBQ RIBS
These ribs are simple, full of flavor, and just the right amount of spicy. The glaze gets sticky and caramelized on the grill, making every bite juicy and irresistible. They’re perfect for a weekend cookout or even a regular weeknight dinner when you want something that actually tastes as good as it smells. My guys request these ribs over and over again.
LOADED CRISPY EDGE, SOFT-CENTER OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS (or Cookies)
This recipe is a definite keeper. Crispy edges, soft and chewy centers, and packed with melty chocolate chips, juicy raisins, coconut, nuts, hearty oats, and warm cinnamon. You can bake it two ways — as quick and easy cookie bars or classic drop cookies. No matter how you shape them, the flavor is nostalgic, cozy, and totally addictive. Great for bake sales, family nights, or to dunk in a hot tea or a glass of cold milk.
MEXICAN CABBAGE PICO DE GALLO
This crunchy cabbage pico is a staple at our house—especially as a starter with nacho chips before one of our full-on Mexican feasts. It’s fresh, a little spicy, and somehow disappears faster than I can make it. Bonus: it keeps well in the fridge, so I usually double it. Perfect with chips, on fish tacos, or spooned right out of the bowl with zero regrets.
CLASSIC ITALIAN MEATBALLS
There’s just something about classic Italian meatballs that never goes out of style. These rustic, tender meatballs simmered in a rich red sauce are where it’s at. Simple ingredients, slow cooked, and full of flavor—this is comfort food that brings everyone to the table.
Whether you’re piling them over spaghetti, tucking them into a toasty bun for a meatball sub, or just sneaking one straight from the pot (we’ve all done it), this recipe delivers every time. I’ve made them the same way for years—nothing fancy, just real food done right.
Here’s how I make them in my kitchen:
ONE-PAN SMOKED SAUSAGE POTATO BAKE
This Easy One Pan Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake is the ultimate weeknight dinner, quick to prep, packed with flavor, and baked to golden, cheesy perfection. With just 10 minutes of hands-on time, you’ll have a hearty, comforting meal the whole family will love. Roasted potatoes, smoky sausage, peppers, and a creamy drizzle come together in one pan for easy cleanup and maximum flavor.
Perfect for busy nights, comfort cravings, or when you’re not feeling 100%, this cozy dinner checks all the boxes. Save this recipe for your next go-to!
