Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold Italian flavor, this Spicy Sausage Rigatoni is the perfect weeknight comfort meal. Tender rigatoni is tossed with savory Italian sausage in a rich tomato cream sauce with just the right amount of heat. Ready in about 35 minutes, it’s an easy family dinner that’s guaranteed to disappear fast! Prep…
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Buttery Cafeteria-Style Baked Fish
Tender, flaky white fish topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs and baked until perfectly golden. This nostalgic Southern favorite is simple, comforting, and tastes just like the classic cafeteria-style baked fish so many of us grew up enjoying. Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 18–22 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutesServings: 4–6 Ingredients Fish 1½ pounds mild white…
Chicken Bacon Jam Quesadillas
Ingredients 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great) 1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese ½ cup bacon jam (store-bought or homemade) 4 large flour tortillas 2 tablespoons butter Optional: sliced pickled jalapeños Chopped fresh chives, for garnish Instructions Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Spread…
Loaded Italian Grinder Pasta Salad
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 30 minutesServings: 8–10 Ingredients Pasta Salad 12 oz rotini pasta 1 cup cubed provolone cheese 8 oz marinated mozzarella pearls, drained ½ cup quartered pepperoni ½ cup chopped Genoa salami ½ cup chopped deli ham 1 cup chopped mini sweet peppers 1 cup diced cucumber 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes…
BLT Pasta Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesChill Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutesServings: 6–8 Ingredients 12 oz rotini pasta 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ½ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup sour cream 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix 1 tbsp…
Crockpot Beef Tips & Rich Onion Gravy
There’s nothing better than coming home to a crockpot full of tender beef tips simmering in rich onion gravy. The beef cooks low and slow with onions and carrots until it’s fall-apart tender and full of flavor. Serve it over a big helping of creamy mashed potatoes with green beans or warm dinner rolls on…
Old-Fashioned Hamburger Vegetable Soup
There’s just something about the first cool days of fall that makes me want a big pot of soup simmering on the stove. This Hamburger Vegetable Soup is one of those simple, hearty meals filled with ground beef, tender potatoes and plenty of vegetables in a rich, savory broth. It’s easy enough for a weeknight,…
Tuna Salad Stuffed Pitas
Quick, creamy, and packed with fresh flavor, these Tuna Salad Stuffed Pitas make an easy lunch or light dinner that’s ready in just minutes. Ingredients 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna in water, drained ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt 1 tsp Dijon mustard ¼ cup finely diced red onion ¼ cup finely diced celery…
Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze
Fresh, simple, and bursting with Italian-inspired summer flavor, this easy Caprese Chicken is topped with melty mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a sweet balsamic glaze. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp Italian seasoning ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp black pepper 8 oz fresh…
Shrimp Tacos with Citrus Slaw
Fresh, zesty, and perfect for summer nights, these easy shrimp tacos are topped with a crisp citrus slaw for the ultimate light and flavorful dinner. Ingredients For the Shrimp 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp chili powder ½ tsp…
