This simple, quick, and nutritious meal is perfect for a busy weeknight. The brown-sugar rub with a dash of cayenne pepper gives the steak a nice flavor and a tad bit of heat. Even using an inexpensive chuck steak, the steak was tender and delicious. Flank, skirt, or tri-tip steak can be substituted if you prefer a […]
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Baked Potato Soup
Cold and snowy winter days, like we are having today in Maryland, are perfect for this creamy, comforting Baked Potato Soup.
Sicilian Meat Roll
I made this Sicilian Meat Roll for the first time last week and with the first bite I knew it was a new family favorite. The meat is so flavorful and the ham and cheese are a perfect compliment. We enjoyed this dish with baked potatoes, side salad, and garlic bread. Here’s the assembly process […]
Veggie Pesto
Zucchini, squash, and parsnips oh my! Instead of the pasta, this dish includes a trio of fresh, light, and flavorful vegetables. For the pesto, you can use store-bought or try this delicious pesto recipe. Buon Appetito!
Smothered Hamburger Steaks and Onion
Hamburger steak is a typical southern recipe. Dressed up hamburger patties with gravy makes for some delicious comfort food, and since ground beef is inexpensive you don’t have to worry about busting your grocery budget. I know you all have a grocery budget, right? This dish is low carb making it a perfect choice if […]
Roasted Tomato-and-Feta Shrimp
This recipe is so versatile and can be served as an appetizer, salad, or main dish. The beauty of the fresh ingredients make for a gorgeous presentation. All these are good reasons to make this recipe, but the best reason is because it is delicious! I think it is awesome and I think you will […]
Roasted Green Beans with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
I’m back!! It feels so good to sit here and type this blog post. Life is slowing down a bit and I am loving it!!! I hope you all enjoyed a great summer. Fall will be here before I know it and soon I will be posting yummy fall comfort foods. The leaves are already […]
Easy Lasagna
This easy no-boil lasagna was a favorite family recipe when I was growing up and is now a favorite with my family. It is so delicious, and I can honestly say it is the best lasagna I have ever eaten. Even the lasagna in Italy doesn’t compare to this dish. I have cooked this recipe many […]
Basil Pesto with Pasta
If you are looking for a quick, simple, delicious dish, pesto pasta is a great choice. The main ingredient in this dish is fresh basil, lots of fresh basil. Pesto is so versatile. It can be tossed with many different types of pasta (spaghetti, linguine, penne, bowtie etc.) and is also delicious as a spread for baguette style […]
Mrs. Patsy’s Chicken Salad
This southern girl loves some chicken salad, but I don’t love how traditional chicken salad recipes are loaded with fat. Mayonnaise is very fattening and when paired with a buttery croissant, a chicken salad sandwich can sabotage a healthy diet. Speaking of croissants, have you ever cooked or watched someone make them? If you have, I […]