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RECENT RECIPES
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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!
MEXICAN FIESTA ROASTED POTATOES
Warning: These potatoes might outshine the main dish.
Crispy, spicy, and roasted to perfection these fiesta potatoes are the side you didn’t know you needed.
Perfect with tacos, bowls, or just straight off the pan.
Super simple. Super easy. Super cheap.
COPYCAT TACO BELL BEEF FILLING
Craving Taco Bell but not the price or mystery ingredients? 😅
My copycat Taco Bell beef filling hits all the right notes: savory, seasoned, and surprisingly easy to make with real ingredients you know and trust. 🙌
Perfect for tacos, burritos, nachos, or even a breakfast scramble! 🌯🥳
EASY 30 MINUTE PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
Cooking chicken in pineapple juice? I was skeptical. But it’s trending for a reason—this hack makes chicken SO tender and flavorful!
Ready in 30-minutes, this Pineapple Chicken is sweet, tangy, and insanely simple. Save this one, friends—it’s too good not to share.
Perfect for busy nights, big appetites, and small grocery budgets!
Serve over rice, sprinkle your favorite garnish, and you’ve got dinner on the table fast—and delicious.
EASY MEXICAN MAC & CHEESE
Mac and cheese is great, but Mexican Mac and Cheese? Next-level delicious! It’s creamy, cheesy, a little spicy, and topped with crunchy, golden breadcrumbs. Whether you’re making it for dinner, a potluck, or just because you’re craving something amazing, this dish won’t disappoint!
10 MINUTE KALE, MUSHROOM & RED ONION STIR FRY
Today I found a bag of kale in the 50% off bargain bin at @freshco and had mushrooms to use up, so I threw together this Kale, Mushroom & Red Onion Stir Fry in just 10 minutes! 🍄🌿🧅
These sautéed veggies + the bold mix of balsamic, soy sauce & sriracha = the perfect quick meal. I served it over fluffy rice and it turned out to be an instant hit with my guys. They came back for a second helping just to find the pan was empty. I'll be making this again and again.
EASY CHICKPEA& POTATO COCONUT CURRY
Some meals just hit the spot—and this Chickpea & Potato Coconut Curry is one of them! It’s creamy, full of flavor, and made with ingredients you probably already have. Bonus: It’s vegan, budget-friendly, and can be done in 30 minutes! Worried that it's not kid friendly? Serve with naan or pita bread for dipping. My kids love it!
Find both stove top and instant pot methods here.
SHORTCUT CHICKEN POT PIE
My Shortcut Chicken Pot Pie is creamy, savory and comes together with simple ingredients and a packaged puff pastry crust. I use a rotisserie chicken, left over baked potatoes to make it even easier. It’s perfect for busy nights when you are craving something homemade and delicious!
EASY THAI CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
Busy nights? No problem! 🥣 My Fast & Easy Thai Chicken Noodle Soup is ready in just 30 minutes. It’s creamy, comforting, and packed with tender chicken, fresh veggies, red curry paste, and coconut milk. The best part? It’s full of flavor without being too spicy—perfect for the whole family!
✨ Do you have leftover or rotisserie chicken? This is the perfect way to turn it into something delicious.
EASY CAJUN BLACK EYED PEAS
Busy weeknights call for easy recipes! 🙌 My irresistible Cajun Black-eyed Peas are ready in no time thanks to the Instant Pot (or take it slow on the stovetop). Either way, you’ll love them!
EASY CAJUN SAUSAGE & CHICKEN GUMBO
Our recent trip to Louisiana was amazing, and now that we are home, I had to recreate and share a recipe for an unforgettable gumbo I tasted. It's hearty and bursting with flavor while being super easy. The hardest part is having to be patient while stirring the roux!
30 MINUTE MEXICAN BEEF PICADILLO
Looking for a delicious but super quick and easy one-pot meal that can be ready in 30 minutes? You need to try my budget friendly Mexican Beef Picadillo recipe! It's seriously so easy and ridiculously delicious.
With a hearty mix of ground beef, potatoes, veggies and seasonings, this traditional Mexican comfort food is so satisfying with its rich flavors and simple ingredients.
Whether you're spooning it over rice or scooping it up in tortillas, one thing's for sure—everyone's gonna be begging for seconds! It's even better the next day as left overs!
EASY EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA
My Baked Eggplant Parmigiana recipe is a common request from my beloved daughter in law for our family Sunday dinners. This classic Italian gem features crispy fried eggplant slices smothered with marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese, and baked to perfection, creating a mouthwatering Baked Eggplant Parmesan. Packed with flavor and comfort, it's a beloved favorite in my kitchen, and I just know it'll become a hit in yours too!
For those who have never been a fan of or are intimidated by the thought of eating/cooking eggplant, you may be surprised that I once was as well. In actuality, when cooked properly, eggplant is delicious and doesn't have to be a soggy mess. It is such a mild vegetable that it takes on the flavors of whatever you are seasoning or cooking it with. Be adventurous and try it for yourself!
EASY BEEF VINDALOO
Check out my new and easy BEEF VINDALOO recipe! It’s like having a taste of India in your own kitchen with athentic restaurant quality flavors. Tender beef cooked low and slow, a medley of bold rich spices, and a hint of tanginess make this dish a definite winner. Whether you’re a spice fiend or prefer things mild, you can easily customize the heat level to suit your family’s taste buds. Serve it with basmati rice and homemade Naan bread and you are sure to impress with this delicious curry!
QUICK & EASY PEANUT LIME CHICKEN
You guys need to try my easy Peanut Lime Chicken recipe! 🥜 Whip it up for a quick dinner or share the love at your next gathering! 🎉 Don't miss out – head to the link in my bio for this super quick and simple recipe!
EGYPTIAN CHICKEN & TURMERIC BASMATI RICE
My Egyptian chicken and turmeric basmati rice recipe is a labor of love, inspired by a street vendor we found during our wanderings around New York City.
After returning home, I couldn't resist the challenge of recreating those mouthwatering flavours. The secret? A peppered white sauce that adds a creamy kick, and a drizzle of homemade chili oil for that perfect spicy touch. Topped with the freshness of shredded iceberg lettuce and a cucumber tomato salad, this dish is so stinking good!
EASY JAMAICAN CURRIED CHICKEN
If you enjoy comfort food, you'll love my Easy Jamaican Curried Chicken with chewy dumplings—a delicious twist on the classic comfort of chicken and dumplings. With a fusion of spices, perfectly simmered chicken and tender vegetables, this dish is beyond satisfying. My grand-babies regularly request I make them these dense dumplings coated in the rich curry sauce and they will eat bowl after bowl of them.
HONEYED CHILI GARLIC PORK
A sweet, garlicky, and spicy glaze over beautifully seasoned crispy pork pieces, this dish is a winner.
It can be ready to serve in 30 minutes but tastes like it took hours to prepare.
EASY LEMON & CAPER CHICKEN PICCATA
Impress your family and guests with this deceptively easy but fancy tasting and looking dish. The tangy lemon and salty capers are perfectly balanced by the butter and cream into a absolutely delicious sauce. As one of my sons said, this will definitely be a birthday meal request in the future.
