These green beans with bacon are fresh string beans cooked until tender, then topped with plenty of crispy bacon . An easy and elegant side dish that’s perfect for a holiday meal or an easy weeknight dinner. Green beans are one of my favorite vegetables. You can enjoy fried green beans as a party snack or you can enjoy a chicken and green beans stir-fry for dinner. Also, they always make for a delicious side dish....

This recipe for grilled asparagus in foil is tender fresh asparagus stalks cooked in foil packets with butter, seasonings and herbs. Throw these foil packs on the grill or bake in the oven for an easy side dish! I love to serve grilled vegetables during the warmer months. Some of my favorite include grilled zucchini , grilled corn on the cob , and these easy asparagus packets. Asparagus is a favorite vegetable in my house, even the kids will eat it!...

This Italian meatball soup is tender beef meatballs, vegetables and pasta, all simmered in a rich tomato broth. An easy dinner option that’s perfect for a busy weeknight! My family happens to love meatballs, especially the kids. I make sure to put meatballs on our dinner menu on a regular basis. I often do meatball bake or Greek meatballs with rice , but sometimes I like to mix things up a bit and serve this hearty meatball soup recipe ....

This homemade Italian seasoning is a blend of a variety of herbs and spices that creates a flavorful mix that can be used for so many different dishes including chicken, fish, meatballs, pasta and so much more! Best of all, it only takes 5 minutes to put together. I love to make my own seasoning blends, they’re less expensive and taste better than the store bought options. I always have a few different spice mixes in my kitchen including taco seasoning , Cajun seasoning and this super easy Italian seasoning....

This recipe for mini cornbread pudding is like the most flavorful and delicious corn muffins that you’ve ever had – never dry and crumbly, I promise! Cornbread gets a bad rap sometimes, but these cornbread puddings are a foolproof way to get that great flavor without even a hint of dryness. Let’s talk about cornbread. I personally love it – plain, with jam in my Thanksgiving stuffing, as a side dish to a hearty soup....

This Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe is a copycat of the famous Disneyland version, made with turkey, ham and cheese. The sandwiches are battered then cooked to golden brown perfection. Serve with a side of raspberry jam for a unique meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Disneyland is known for their legendary Monte Cristo sandwiches. The sweet and savory flavor combination may sound odd at first, but it can’t be beat!...

This mushroom pasta is sauteed garlic butter mushrooms and bacon, all tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce with linguine pasta. A quick and easy dinner option that’s full of savory flavors! Pasta is always a hit with both kids and adults alike – my family enjoys seafood pasta , pasta pomodoro and creamy mushroom pasta. I am a huge fan of mushrooms, whether they’re baked, stuffed, roasted or grilled. I just can’t get enough of them!...

This Peruvian chicken is a whole chicken marinated in a zesty variety of herbs and spices, then roasted to golden brown perfection. Serve your chicken with a creamy green sauce on the side, and watch the rave reviews come in! Turn an ordinary chicken into a special meal with recipes such as spatchcock chicken , beer can chicken , and this irresistible Peruvian chicken. We have a local Peruvian restaurant that has the absolute best food, every time I go I order the rotisserie chicken and a ceviche sampler....

This red cabbage slaw is a blend of shredded carrots, cabbage, red onions and herbs, all tossed in a homemade dressing . A quick and easy side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats and seafood, and can even be served in wraps, fish tacos or sandwiches. I’m always looking for simple salad ideas to increase my veggie intake. Some of my family’s favorite recipes include fresh and colorful corn salad , light and healthy cucumber tomato salad , zesty black eyed pea salad and this fabulous red cabbage slaw....

Roasted cherry tomatoes are halved tomatoes coated in garlic, olive oil and herbs, then baked at high heat until caramelized. These tomatoes make a great side dish or topping for pasta! I’m a huge fan of roasted vegetables; roasted asparagus , roasted green beans , and these roasted cherry tomatoes are family favorites. The flavors get concentrated through the roasting process and it makes for the most delicious tomatoes you’ll ever eat!...

This slow cooker turkey breast is coated in a seasoned herb butter, then placed in the crock pot to cook to tender perfection . It’s the perfect way to free up oven space for your big holiday meal, and the turkey comes out perfect every time! I love to make this slow cooker turkey, it’s a fuss free way to have a delicious and elegant main course. I serve my crock pot turkey with some of our favorite side dishes like Thanksgiving stuffing , Instant Pot cranberry sauce , cranberry Jello salad and bacon brussels sprouts ....

This steak fajita marinade is a blend of olive oil, lime juice and plenty of spices, all mixed together to make the ultimate flavoring blend. It adds so much flavor to steak and vegetables to make easy and delicious fajitas. Mexican food is always a favorite in my house, and I constantly find myself making recipes such as chicken enchilada casserole , chipotle barbacoa , chicken taquitos and steak fajitas....

This Thai fried rice is loaded with chicken, egg and vegetables, all stir fried together in a savory sauce. A copy of the take out favorite that can be made at home in less than 30 minutes! I often make my favorite Thai restaurant dishes at home such as Thai cucumber salad , peanut noodles , and this simple yet satisfying chicken fried rice. I happen to love Thai food, especially Thai fried rice....

This Thanksgiving stuffing is a mixture of bread cubes, vegetables and plenty of herbs, all baked together until golden brown . A classic stuffing recipe that is a must-have for any holiday! There are certain items that my family requests every year for Thanksgiving such as sweet candied yams , crock pot mashed potatoes , Thanksgiving punch and this super delicious stuffing. For me, Thanksgiving is all about the side dishes....

This albondigas soup is made with beef and rice meatballs which are simmered in a seasoned tomato broth along with potatoes, carrots and zucchini. A hearty soup that both kids and adults will enjoy! I make soup almost every week, my kids adore lasagna soup , chicken tortellini soup , cabbage roll soup , and this Mexican style albondigas meatball soup. I’ve professed my love for soup many times, but sometimes I crave something different than your standard chicken noodle....

This asparagus salad is tender asparagus, tomatoes, olives, red onion and radishes, all tossed in a homemade dressing and topped with feta cheese. A unique and delicious springtime salad that is sure to get rave reviews! My family happens to love asparagus, and we eat it in so many different ways. Crispy air fryer asparagus is always a great side dish, chicken and asparagus stir fry is a quick and healthy dinner, and this asparagus salad is full of flavor....

These baked chicken drumsticks are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon, garlic and herbs, then baked to golden brown perfection . An easy dinner option that’s full of flavor and kid friendly too! I love the kind of dinner where you can just stick a pan in the oven and walk away, it’s so much easier than a stove top dinner that requires more attention (and stirring!). When I need to have dinner on the table without a whole lot of fuss, I often turn to salmon foil packets , bacon wrapped chicken and these baked chicken drumsticks....

This recipe for chocolate peanut butter fudge is a layered treat made with two types of fudge and topped with peanut butter cups. It’s an easy dessert that’s perfect for parties and gift giving! If you’re a peanut butter cup fan, you’ll adore this peanut butter chocolate fudge! It looks so impressive with all the layers but is actually quite easy to make. I serve it for Christmas along with other dessert recipes such as Oreo brownies , red velvet cookies , snowball cookies and peanut butter blossoms ....

This crockpot meatloaf is lean ground beef mixed with breadcrumbs, herbs and seasonings, then cooked in a slow cooker along with carrots and potatoes. An easy dinner option that’s perfect to come home to after a long day! I always turn to my crockpot when I know I’m not going to have a lot of time to make dinner in the evening. Some of our favorite slow cooker recipes include chicken tortellini soup , apricot chicken , and this tender and juicy traditional meatloaf....

This deep fried turkey is brined in a mixture of herbs and citrus, then fried to golden brown perfection . Fried turkey is crispy on the outside, and juicy and tender on the inside. The best way to prepare your holiday meal when you’re short on oven space! Looking for something a little different to serve at Thanksgiving this year? Try a fried turkey, along with homemade cranberry sauce , sweet potato casserole , corn pudding and green beans almondine , for a memorable meal that will earn you rave reviews....