If you’re tired of the same old leafy greens doing the tango on your dinner plate, it’s time to crank up your salad game with a little crunchy, tangy, and wholesome magic. Enter the Grain & Celery Salad crowned with a zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette — a combo that’s as refreshing as a cool breeze on a hot day and as nourishing as your great-aunt’s homemade chicken soup (minus the guilt and a dash of quinoa swagger)…
Read MoreWaldorf Salad
Indulge in the timeless elegance of a Waldorf Salad – a delightful combination of crisp freshness and vibrant flavor. This iconic salad, originating from the legendary Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York, has stood the test of time as a beloved addition to any culinary repertoire.
This salad is a medley of succulent apples, juicy grapes, and crunchy celery, all nestled on a bed of crisp lettuce. The symphony of textures is enhanced by a creamy dressing, gracefully mingling with the natural sweetness of the fruit. A sprinkle of walnuts adds a subtle yet satisfying nuttiness, creating delightful bursts of flavors with every bite…
Beef Stew Casserole
Like I’ve said, it’s the end of the school year and quick and easy meals are what I’m about. This Beef Stew Casserole is going to be a new family favorite that I think has to go into general rotation. It’s filling and savory and is so easily put together. So what is Beef Stew Casserole anyway? Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like, beef stew in the form of a delicious casserole and doesn’t take hours on hours to make.
Everything you love about beef stew traditionally is here; beef, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion. All the goods. And to make this a casserole, it’s tossed together and baked with some tasty egg noodles! The noodles soak up a lot of the broth goodness as it bakes together and you end up with a delicious pasta dish that the whole family will love…
Read MorePantry Pottage (Crock Pot & Instant Pot)
This Pantry Pottage became a traditional Thanksgiving Eve dinner many many years ago in my family. I think the original recipe was one that my mom had gotten off the local news station when I was still in high school. The idea behind the dish was to use up all the canned beans and vegatables from your pantry and toss them into a crock pot to cook up some fabulous and easy dish that would serve up a house of visitors.
Several years ago now, the original printed recipe that my mom had ended up disappearing among a chaotic move. I've since scowered the web to find it, though to no avail. I did, however, manage to find a similar version that I've tweaked to be closer to what my mom and I remember…
Read MoreSkinny Turkey & Wild Rice Soup
It happens every Thanksgiving... What do you do with all that leftover turkey? And believe me when I say that I have a freezer full of it this year. And you know what? I'm not at al mad at it either.
I'm happy to say that I've got a solution for you right here.
I originally started making this soup after Thanksgiving a few years back, and honestly, I still haven't changed the recipe from my original version of it. That's just how good it is...
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
What I ended up getting for Easter was an upset stomach. Boo! Oh, well. As soon as it started to settle, I went straight into chicken noodle soup mode. This Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is exactly what my body needed too. The broth is light and there’s just enough good wholesome chunky bits in there to fill a sore stomach.
For being a homemade soup, this one is super simple to make and it all comes together in one pot for easy clean up. Plus, most of the ingredients here are staple pantry and fridge items that you likely already have on hand!…
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