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This turkey and rice soup consists of diced turkey, colorful vegetables and tender rice, all simmered together in a homemade broth. A comfort food classic that’s also a great way to use up leftover turkey! I always roast an extra large turkey for the holidays so that there will be plenty of Thanksgiving leftovers to enjoy in the days to come. I use my leftover turkey meat in dishes such as cheesy turkey casserole , creamy turkey tetrazzini and this delicious turkey rice soup....

A list of 30 fabulous summer dessert recipes including blueberry shortcake, s’mores dip, fried Oreos, strawberry pie, and more. These summer desserts are perfect for barbecues, picnics, potlucks, birthday parties, pool parties and every other warm weather celebration. Ah, summertime! The sun on your face, flip-flops on your feet, and the smell of barbecues in the air. Sounds amazing right? Sign me up for sure! Speaking of barbecues, do you have a go-to list of recipes you rotate through all the time?...

A recipe for cake balls that uses cake mix, frosting and candy melts to create fun and festive bites. Cake balls are perfect for gift giving and they’re easy to turn into cake pops! Cake balls are a welcome addition to any gathering, and they make super cute party favors as well. I often make this recipe, chocolate covered Oreos or chocolate covered pretzels for a quick treat. This basic recipe formula can be changed up into tons of fun flavor combinations....

This cheeseburger meatloaf recipe is individual meatloaves filled with bacon and cheddar cheese that are baked to perfection. Comfort food at its finest! Can you ever go wrong with a classic like meatloaf? My mom actually never made meatloaf, I didn’t even try it until I was adult! My husband was actually the one who introduced me to meatloaf, and I’ve been experimenting with different flavor combinations ever since. This cheeseburger meatloaf is a twist on the classic recipe with the addition of bacon and cheddar cheese for a savory delight that’s probably better than what your mom used to make....

These chocolate crinkle cookies are soft, fudgy cookies rolled in powdered sugar and baked to perfection. A super easy treat that’s the perfect dessert for any occasion . When the holidays roll around, you can find me in the kitchen baking dessert recipes such as eggnog cake , M&M cookies , peanut butter blossoms , Nutella cookies and these classic chocolate crinkles. Chocolate crinkle cookies are a time honored favorite, and they also happen to be quick and easy to make....

This chopped salad is a mix of grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, bacon, chickpeas and fresh mozzarella cheese, all tossed together in a homemade vinaigrette. A delicious blend of flavors and textures that makes for the perfect lighter meal. I love a good salad for lunch, some of my favorites include avocado egg salad , brussels sprout salad , ramen noodle salad and this fresh and colorful chicken chopped salad. I love to get really big salads when I go to restaurants, and for some reason, they never quite seem to taste as good when I make them at home....

This Christmas margarita recipe is a blend of tequila, orange, cranberry, lime and ginger, all mixed together to form the ultimate holiday cocktail . The perfect festive offering for parties! When I’m entertaining around the holidays, I like to serve a variety of drink recipes including Christmas punch , Grinch cocktail , slow cooker apple cider , slow cooker hot chocolate and this refreshing Christmas margarita. There are so many different things to enjoy about the holidays, including all the great food and drinks!...

This Christmas popcorn is a sweet and savory blend of popcorn, white chocolate, dark chocolate, M&M’s and holiday sprinkles. The ultimate quick and easy snack for parties ! When I’m entertaining around the holidays, I like to offer fun and festive Christmas recipes such as reindeer chow , Christmas Jello shots , Christmas cookie bars , candy cane hearts , Christmas crack and this delicious Christmas popcorn. Don’t forget to wash this treat down with an icy Jack Frost cocktail !...

This cioppino is a seafood stew made with fish, crab, shrimp, clams and mussels, all simmered together in a tomato based broth. A fabulous dinner option that’s easy enough to make on a busy weeknight, but elegant enough to serve to company. We are a family of seafood lovers, which means I often prepare seafood pasta , seafood paella , my classic bouillabaisse recipe , and this amazingly delicious authentic cioppino....

These corn fritters are crispy cakes filled with corn kernels, cheddar cheese and seasonings, all cooked together to golden brown perfection. An easy side dish that is the perfect way to showcase summer corn! I’m always looking for unique and exciting ways to serve vegetables. Some of my favorite side dishes include carrot souffle , fig salad , mushroom risotto , corn souffle , bacon wrapped asparagus , candied carrots and these delectable corn cakes....

This Greek chicken and potatoes is a one pan meal with marinated garlic and herb chicken and tender potatoes, all roasted to golden brown perfection. A super easy dinner for a busy weeknight. I am all about the sheet pan meals like Asian salmon , lemon thyme chicken and this flavorful Greek chicken. It’s less work with minimal cleanup involved! In my opinion, you can never go wrong with a one pan meal....

This homemade Italian dressing is a combination of olive oil, vinegar, herbs and spices, all blended together to make a zesty and flavorful salad topper. An easy and versatile recipe that can also be used to add flavor to potatoes, vegetables, chicken and seafood. I try to make my own sauces, dressings and seasonings whenever possible. Some of my favorites include blackened seasoning , steak sauce and this easy Italian salad dressing....

This lemon pepper chicken with butter sauce is a simple recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes! The perfect dinner for a busy weeknight. When I need easy dinner recipes , I turn to classics such as Chicken Vesuvio , chicken adobo , stuffed green peppers , slow cooker chicken breast , and this zesty lemon pepper chicken. I’m back with another chicken recipe – because really, is there ever such a thing as too many chicken recipes?...

This marinated salmon is fresh salmon fillets flavored with olive oil, garlic and herbs, then grilled or baked to perfection. You’ll want to grill salmon all summer long after you taste this easy marinade! Salmon is the perfect fish for grilling – it doesn’t fall apart and it doesn’t dry out. When you add a simple yet flavorful marinade to the mix, you get a crowd pleasing dish that will end up on your permanent dinner menu rotation....

This recipe for pan seared chicken breast with spinach is a one pot meal of chicken breasts and vegetables in the most delicious lemon, butter and herb sauce. An easy low carb meal that the whole family will enjoy! It’s one pot meal time again! This go around I’m bringing you a lemony pan seared chicken breast with spinach, tomatoes and bell peppers. I’m still working my way through our Meyer lemon stash so I’m putting lemon in all our meals these days....

This recipe for pork scallopini is tender marinated pork, seared to a golden brown and topped with a creamy lemon sauce. A quick and easy dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes! I love this dish because it tastes like it came from a restaurant, but it can be prepared in no time in the comfort of your own home! I knew life was going to get busier when my kids started kindergarten, but I can’t believe just how crazy our schedule is some days!...

This roasted cabbage recipe is wedges of cabbage seasoned with olive oil and spices, then oven baked until tender and browned. A simple and inexpensive side dish that pairs perfectly with chicken, beef and seafood. I love to serve roasted vegetable side dish recipes as an accompaniment to our meals. Some of my favorite include roasted butternut squash , roasted root vegetables , roasted acorn squash , roasted asparagus , roasted green beans and these flavorful roasted cabbage wedges....

This slow cooker beef bourguignon is tender beef chunks, bacon, mushrooms, carrots and pearl onions, all simmered together in a rich red wine broth. A crock pot variation of the classic French dish which is easy to make, and always gets rave reviews. You can never go wrong with a slow cooker dinner, especially on those days where you know you’ll be extra busy! Some of my favorite slow cooker recipes include crock pot pork roast , crock pot spaghetti and this delicious beef bourguignon....

These slow cooker meatballs are Italian style and made with ground beef, parmesan cheese, herbs and spices. They’re slow simmered to tender perfection in the crock pot and are perfect served over spaghetti or as a hearty appetizer. Crock pot meatballs are my very favorite type of meatball – they’re melt in your mouth tender and surprisingly easy to make! Serve your meatballs with a side of garlic knots and broccoli for a complete meal....

This spinach lasagna is layers of noodles, sauteed spinach, marinara sauce and three different kinds of cheese, all baked to golden brown perfection. A hearty vegetarian main course option that’s perfect for feeding a large group. You can never go wrong with a cheesy baked pasta, some of my favorite renditions include chili mac , buffalo chicken pasta , and this lasagna loaded with plenty of spinach and cheese. Lasagna is a comfort food classic, no one can resist all those layers of tender pasta with plenty melted cheese....