Butternut squash is everywhere once fall rolls around and this is such a good way to turn it into an actual dinner. Roasted squash, Italian sausage, mini bow tie pasta and spinach are tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce, then baked until everything is hot and bubbly with a golden topping. I especially love the…
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Copycat Sonic Chili
If chili cheese tots or a chili cheese Coney are your go-to Sonic order, this is such a fun one to make at home. The chili is thick, beefy and mild with that finer texture that works perfectly as a topping instead of feeling like a big bowl of homemade chili. We love this one…
Cheeseburger Casserole
There are some dinners that just feel like home, and a hot, cheesy casserole straight from the oven is definitely one of them. This one is packed with seasoned ground beef, tender pasta, plenty of cheddar and just enough dill pickle to give it that classic cheeseburger flavor. It’s the kind of simple, hearty meal…
The Game Day Spread: Week One
Football season is finally here! Game day food should be easy, fun and good enough that everyone keeps wandering back for another plate. That’s exactly what The Game Day Spread is all about — simple recipes with big flavor that don’t require spending the whole day in the kitchen. For Week One, we’ve got a…
Chicken Shawarma
Chicken shawarma is one of those dinners that packs in so much flavor without being complicated. The warm spices, tender chicken and cool garlic yogurt sauce are so good tucked into a soft pita with fresh veggies. I especially love giving the sliced chicken a few extra minutes in the skillet at the end. Those…
Turkish Pasta with Spiced Beef & Garlic Yogurt
Turkish pasta has quickly become one of those meals I completely understand the hype around. Bowtie pasta is layered with warmly spiced ground beef, cool garlic yogurt, fresh tomatoes and a buttery paprika drizzle. Every bite has a little something different, and the contrast between the warm pasta and cool yogurt sauce makes it especially…
High Protein Sweet Potato & Beef Bowl
Sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, creamy cottage cheese and avocado come together in one seriously satisfying bowl. A little hot honey adds that sweet-and-spicy finish that works so well with the smoky Southwest seasonings. Plus, you get a nice balance of protein, carbs and healthy fats all in one meal. I love bowls like this…
Greek Chicken Pita Wraps
These Greek Chicken Pita Wraps are loaded with juicy seasoned chicken, crisp veggies, salty feta and creamy tzatziki, all wrapped up in warm, soft pita bread. The chicken cooks quickly in a skillet with lemon, garlic, oregano and paprika, making this an easy dinner that still has plenty of fresh flavor. I love these for…
Chicken & Rice Casserole
This easy Chicken & Rice Casserole is made with tender chicken and rice baked together in a simple, savory sauce with cream of chicken and cream of celery soup. A little garlic and seasoning add plenty of flavor, and a layer of melted Colby Jack on top brings everything together without making the casserole too…
Baked Ziti
This easy Baked Ziti is loaded with tender pasta, a hearty beef and Italian sausage marinara, creamy ricotta, Parmesan and plenty of melted mozzarella. Everything gets layered together and baked until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese on top is golden and gooey. It’s classic comfort food and an easy dinner when you need…
