Looking for a fun Halloween dinner that the whole family will actually want to eat? These Jack-O’-Lantern Taco Stuffed Peppers are festive, cheesy and surprisingly easy to make! Orange bell peppers are carved with little jack-o’-lantern faces, then filled with a simple taco mixture of seasoned ground beef, rice, Rotel and melted cheddar. They’re perfect…
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Easy Loaded Beef Tostadas
There’s just something about tostadas that makes taco night a little more fun. They’re crispy, messy in the best way and loaded with all the good stuff. These Easy Loaded Beef Tostadas start with crunchy tostada shells layered with creamy refried beans, seasoned taco meat and plenty of fresh toppings. They’re ready in about 30…
Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Creamy, cheesy and packed with tender broccoli and carrots. This cozy one-pot soup is ready in about 30 minutes and perfect with warm crusty bread. Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesServings: 6 Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter 1 small yellow onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced ¼ cup all-purpose flour 3 cups chicken broth…
Easy Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Creamy, hearty and loaded with bacon, cheddar and sour cream. This one is one pot, no blender and very easy — exactly the kind of cozy fall dinner I think will work well for the soup series. Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesServings: 6 Ingredients 6 slices bacon, chopped 3 tablespoons butter 1 small…
Chicken Alfredo Penne with Broccoli
Creamy, cozy and incredibly easy, this Chicken Alfredo Penne is the kind of dinner that makes a busy weeknight feel a little more special. Tender chicken, penne pasta and fresh broccoli are tossed together in a simple homemade Alfredo sauce made with garlic, cream and Parmesan. Everything comes together quickly with basic ingredients, and the…
5 Easy Back-to-School Dinners for Busy Weeknights
Back-to-school season means busy afternoons, homework, practices and suddenly realizing it’s 5:30 and everyone is hungry. These five easy dinners are made for exactly those kinds of nights! We’ve got cheesy Taco Mac for Monday, easy Chicken Parmesan Sliders on Tuesday, a simple Sheet Pan Sausage & Potatoes dinner for Wednesday, Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps…
Creamy Cheesy Beef & Bowtie Pasta
Some nights just call for a big skillet of cheesy comfort food, and this Creamy Cheesy Beef & Bowtie Pasta absolutely delivers. It’s hearty, creamy and packed with seasoned ground beef, tender bowtie pasta and plenty of melty cheese. Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesServings: 6 Ingredients 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta 1½ lbs…
Easy Cheeseburger Sliders for Movie Night 🍔🎬
There’s just something about movie night that calls for easy food you can pile on a plate and eat from the couch. These Mini Cheeseburger Sliders are perfect for exactly that! They’re made with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, pickles and a simple burger sauce, all tucked inside soft Hawaiian rolls and baked until warm…
Halloween Movie Marathon + Easy Movie Night Dinner 🎃
There’s just something about a cozy Halloween movie night. A comfy blanket, something yummy to eat and a little spooky nostalgia playing in the background is pretty much my idea of a perfect fall evening. I put together a 31-movie Halloween Movie Marathon with plenty of cozy favorites to watch all spooky season long. Pick…
Beach Day Italian Salad
This Beach Day Italian Pasta Salad is fresh, colorful, and always a crowd favorite! Packed with pasta, crisp vegetables, cheese, and savory Italian meats tossed in a homemade zesty dressing, it’s the perfect make-ahead dish for beach days, picnics, BBQs, potlucks, or easy summer lunches. Best of all, it tastes even better after it’s had…
