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These stuffed shells are filled with three types of cheese, then covered in marinara sauce and more cheese and baked to golden brown perfection . A comfort food classic that’s great for feeding a crowd! When I’m looking for an easy meal that will please both kids and adults alike, I turn to baked spaghetti , lasagna roll ups , or these ultra cheesy stuffed shells. Stuffed shells are a popular dish for good reason – they’re hearty and elegant looking, yet easy to make....

This recipe for cream cheese fruit dip is a light and creamy 3 ingredient dip that’s perfect with your favorite fruit . A super easy snack or dessert option that’s perfect for any gathering! There’s nothing better than fresh fruit, especially when it’s served with chocolate fruit dip , chocolate fondue , or this simple yet satisfying cream cheese fruit dip. I always keep plenty of fresh fruit in the house, but sometimes I like to jazz up my fruit a little bit....

This crock pot chicken noodle soup is loaded with shredded chicken, vegetables and egg noodles, all simmered to perfection in the slow cooker. An easy family friendly dinner option for a winter’s day! When it’s cold out, there’s nothing better than a hot bowl of soup. I’m constantly making cabbage roll soup , stuffed pepper soup , and this slow cooker chicken noodle soup. This crock pot chicken noodle soup is on constant rotation at my house year round – my kids love it and request it almost every week!...

This dragon fruit smoothie is a creamy blend of banana, dragon fruit, apple juice, Greek yogurt and honey. A delicious breakfast offering that’s easy to make and loaded with flavor and color . I like to whip up quick and simple drink recipes to start my morning off right, especially smoothies like a pineapple smoothie , cherry smoothie , mango smoothie or this refreshing pitaya smoothie. I love incorporating tropical flavors into my every day meals, and this dragon fruit smoothie is one of my favorite ways to get a taste of the tropics....

These chicken tacos are warm flour tortillas filled with diced marinated chicken, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado and cheese. A quick and easy dinner option that’s easy to customize to your tastes, and is perfect for feeding a crowd. You can never go wrong with tacos, whether it’s turkey tacos , shrimp tacos with mango salsa , savory steak tacos , or these simple yet totally satisfying chicken tacos. Chicken tacos are a popular recipe for good reason – the combination of warm and zesty chicken and tortillas with fresh toppings just can’t be beat....

This German potato salad is boiled baby potatoes tossed in a warm bacon and mustard dressing, then garnished with fresh herbs. A unique, mayonnaise free salad that’s great for parties and potlucks. I love to serve a variety of salads during the warmer weather months, including black bean salad , cauliflower salad , and this vinegar based German potato salad. This salad pairs well with grilled meat and seafood and always gets rave reviews....

This recipe for sriracha shrimp is large succulent shrimp in a flavorful marinade, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. It’s my family’s favorite shrimp recipe! Grilled shrimp doesn’t get any easier than this version which features bold sriracha and lemon flavors. Here in California the weather is nice enough that we can grill almost year round, which is great because it’s one of my favorite cooking methods. I come up with the recipes and my husband mans the barbecue....

This recipe for mojo fish kabobs is skewers of mild fish, pineapple and peppers, all flavored with a bright and zesty sauce and grilled to perfection. An unexpected yet delicious appetizer! I’m all about grilling when the weather is warm, I often make shrimp kabobs , steak skewers and this amazing fish kabob recipe. I have been entertaining a lot this summer, and fun finger foods have been the theme when it comes to cooking for my guests!...

These easy red velvet cookies start with a cake mix and are loaded with white chocolate chips. A simple yet impressive cookie that yields fabulous results! When the holidays come around every year, I serve plenty of festive dessert recipes such as mint brownies , oreo stuffed cookies , cake truffles , peppermint cookies , Christmas tree brownies and these elegant red velvet cookies. These cookies are also great for Valentine’s Day alongside a homemade heart cake !...

This roasted acorn squash is cooked with brown sugar, maple syrup and cinnamon for a sweet and savory side that’s perfect for fall and winter meals. It pairs perfectly with a variety of proteins such as salmon, chicken, pork chops and steak. I serve a roasted vegetable with almost every meal. Some of my family’s favorites include roasted butternut squash , roasted sweet potatoes , roasted asparagus and this lightly sweetened acorn squash recipe....

This smoked turkey rub recipe is the perfect blend of sweet and savory ingredients to produce the ultimate tender, juicy and flavorful smoked turkey. A quick and easy spice mix that takes just minutes to put together. Every year for the holidays, I make a delectable smoked turkey made with turkey brine and homemade smoked turkey rub. Add some side dishes such as cornbread dressing , make ahead mashed potatoes and sauteed cabbage for a complete feast!...

This homemade steak sauce recipe is a blend of flavorings that takes just 5 minutes to put together and pairs perfectly with any cut of beef . Steak sauce takes an ordinary steak and elevates it into a gourmet meal! There are so many different ways to add flavor to steak, from a hearty mushroom steak sauce , to homemade bbq rub to bold and savory steak sauce. What I love about this sauce is that it comes together so quickly, and is delicious with all different types of meat....

This sweet and sour sauce is a homemade version of the classic Asian sauce that takes just minutes to make and uses common pantry ingredients. Use sweet and sour sauce as a dip, to season a stir fry or to brush onto grilled meat or seafood. My family loves Asian food, especially shrimp fried rice , honey chicken , and anything that involves sweet and sour sauce. I can whip up a batch of this sweet and savory condiment in no time, and we use it in so many different ways....

This sweet potato casserole with pecans is lightly sweetened mashed sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy brown sugar pecan streusel. A classic make-ahead recipe that’s perfect for the holidays. I love sweet potato side dish recipes including hasselback sweet potatoes , candied sweet potatoes , sweet potato souffle and sweet potato casserole with marshmallows . I know that some people aren’t marshmallow fans, so I’ve developed a more adult version of the casserole with a sweet pecan topping....

This taco bake is a layer of crushed tortilla chips topped with beans, seasoned ground beef and cheese. Add your favorite taco toppings for a quick and easy dinner that’s sure to please the whole family. Make taco night special by mixing things up a bit with taco pasta , taco soup or this hearty and cheesy taco bake casserole. It’s got all the great flavors of a casserole baked into one dish!...

This recipe for homemade taco seasoning is a flavorful combination of herbs and spices that are blended together to make the perfect mixture. You can use this taco spice blend with chicken, pork, turkey, beef or vegetarian tacos. It also makes a great seasoning for vegetables, potatoes and rice. I make steak tacos at least once a week, we can’t get enough of them. I use my homemade Mexican seasoning for extra flavor, and add side dishes like pinto beans and rice to make a complete meal....

These vegetarian fajitas are an assortment of peppers, onions and mushrooms, all cooked together with the perfect blend of spices. A quick and easy meatless meal option that’s packed with flavor! My family loves Mexican food, and I make our favorite recipes almost every week including zesty salsa verde , savory black beans and rice , and these vegetable fajitas. I can never resist a plate of sizzling fajitas, it’s one of my favorite things to order in a restaurant....

This avocado egg salad is a creamy blend of hard boiled eggs, mayonnaise, ripe avocado and fresh herbs. A fun twist on the classic dish that makes for a perfect lighter lunch option ! When I need lunch in the hurry, I turn to salad recipes such as burrata salad , curry chicken salad , zesty three bean salad and this ultra flavorful creamy avocado egg salad. Classic egg salad is great on its own, but you can add any number of flavors to kick it up to the next level!...

These bacon wrapped asparagus bundles are an easy yet elegant side dish that’s sure to garner rave reviews! The asparagus stalks are wrapped in bacon, coated in a brown sugar glaze and roasted to perfection . Asparagus is delicious on its own, but when you add bacon to the mix you’ve got a culinary combination that’s totally irresistible! These little bundles are some of my family’s favorite veggie side dish recipes along with sauteed mushrooms and onions and mustard greens ....

These baked barbecue chicken wings are crispy chicken wings coated in a sweet and tangy homemade Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce. A unique party snack or main course! These may look like ordinary chicken wings, but they get rave reviews – the secret is in the sauce! Whenever I’m entertaining, these baked barbecue chicken wings are always on the menu. They’re saucy, filling and super fun to eat. Sometimes it’s hard for my husband to be the only male in the house....