Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry Recipe

What a crazy time we are living in.  One thing is for certain this pandemic is affecting ALL of us.  We are all stocking up, staying in, and eating at home more.  Because of that I am going to be sharing more inexpensive, pantry-based, recipes like this Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry Recipe .   It's…

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Vegan Kung Pao Cauliflower with Noodles Recipe

One of my favorite dishes to order from take-out is Kung Pao Chicken .  So when Studhubs and I decided to participate in #Veganuary I thought it would be fun to create a vegan version.  That is how this delicious Kung Pao Cauliflower with Noodles was born.   All of the great flavors of your traditi…

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One Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup Recipe

It's #Veganuary and that means for the month of January my husband and I will be going plant-based with our eating!  The timing is perfect because, as we enter into the new year, everyone is wanting to eat healthier. I can't think of a better way to do that than by beefing (excuse the pun)…

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Thai Basil Beef Recipe

A friend of mine's church runs a community garden in my neighborhood.  He was telling me that the basil (which is my FAVORITE herb) was overtaking things and would I like some?  I said of course, but little did I know he would bring me two HUGE BAGS!  So I asked myself "What on earth can …

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Sweet Potato Hash with Egg Recipe

Recently I visited my sister and her family in Columbus, Ohio and whilst I made dinner for everyone in the evening, she made breakfast every morning.  One thing she made that I was WILD for was this Sweet Potato Hash with Egg Recipe .   It's so simple to make, kid approved, and is perfect for b…

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Easy Chicken a la King Recipe

The other night Studhubs and I had some newish friends over for dinner.  I wanted to make something nice, but not too fussy.  Oh, and I wanted it ready to eat in under 20 minutes.  That's impossible you say!  I respond with no, not when you have my Easy Chicken a la King Recipe in your back po…

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Easy Dirty Rice Recipe

Today's recipe was one of those really fun ones to "create".  No, I didn't invent dirty rice, but my sister and I have had a love affair with the dirty rice on the Shoney's breakfast bar for years, and now that she lives in an area that doesn't have a Shoney's, I want…

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Easy One Pot Taco Mac and Cheese Recipe

When I'm busy, I'm looking for a few simple components in a meal.  One, it has to be delicious and something everyone will eat it.  Two, it has to be fast and easy, with simple ingredients.  And finally three, it requires as few dishes as possible!  I am so happy to say that this recipe fo…

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Easy Cajun Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

In my part of the country when you think of comfort food it doesn't get much better than chicken and dumplings.  The best part is this comfort dish doesn't have to take all day. Take my  Easy Cajun Chicken and Dumplings Recipe for example.   A delicious, down home meal that is made in one p…

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Ritz Cracker Chicken Bake Recipe

I can't believe I'm saying this, but it's Back To School season once again and I know all you mammas and daddies out there are trying to adjust back to the busy routines while getting dinner on the table.  That's why this month I am focusing on easy inexpensive meals that the whole…

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Crockpot Turkey Tetrazinni Recipe

Recently I have been trying to use up some of the things in my freezer.  It's fun because not only are you saving money, but sometimes you come across little gems like the leftover smoked turkey breast from Thanksgiving.  When I pulled it out I knew exactly what I wanted to make because it'…

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Pork Fried Rice Recipe

The other day I purchased a package of pork chops on sale.  I marinated and grilled up the entire package, but after dinner there was one sole chop left over.  ONE!  What can I do with one pork chop? Make an entire new dinner, that's what!  Take my Pork Fried Rice Recipe for example. With one…

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One-Pot Pea and Asparagus Pasta Recipe

I love a good Meatless Monday meal, and with summer being in full swing veggies stands are popping up everywhere!  This makes my heart very happy.  One of my favorite dishes to make is my One-Pot Pea and Asparagus Pasta Recipe !  Simple, wholesome, ingredients isn't even the best part.  This On…

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Quick and Easy Pizza Pasta Recipe

I love a good play on a traditional recipe.  Take this Quick and Easy Pizza Pasta Recipe for example.   All the great flavors of your favorite pizza, but in the form of a yummy pasta dish!  I can't wait to share the easy and affordable meal with you so... Let's Get Started!

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Bacon Chicken Ranch Tater-Tot Casserole Recipe

I know its different all over the world, but in my neck of the woods the weather has been AMAZING!  When it's like this the last place I want it to be stuck is in the kitchen chopping, stirring, and measuring. That's why meals like this Bacon Chicken Ranch Tater-Tot Casserole Recipe  are PE…

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Fried Cabbage with Potatoes and Sausage Recipe

I don't know if it's a West Virginia thing or just a "gotta get dinner on the table" thing, but around here a quick weeknight go-to meal is Fried Cabbage with Potatoes and Sausage .  I grew up eating this and what's perfect about  Fried Cabbage with Potatoes and Sausage is that…

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Korean Chicken Sheet Pan Meal Recipe

Next to crockpot cooking I don't think it gets any easier than a sheet pan meal.  You literally just throw everything on a baking sheet, place it in the oven, and BAM dinner is served!  Today's Korean Sheet Pan Meal Recipe may just be one of my favs.   We all love a good stir fry, but I do…

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How to Make Homemade Chicken and Gnocchi Soup Recipe

This past weekend winter decided to show up to my small West Virginia town.  We got about three inches of snow, so that can only mean one thing...soup for dinner. I was looking through the Soup and Salads portion of my menu and I came across a  Chicken and Gnocchi Soup with Spinach that I published…

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15 Minute One Pot Chicken Dinner Recipe

No matter who you are, where you live, or what you do, we all have one thing in common.  We are busy.  And after a long hard day the LAST thing you want to be doing is standing in your kitchen, slaving away over a hot stove. This is why I LOVE easy meals like this 15 Minute One Pot Chicken Dinner. …

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Mushroom and Swiss Burger Casserole Recipe

Chateau Dumplings provided the dumplings in this recipe, but it is in no way sponsored.  I just genuinely like the product. There are two things I love, a great burger and a good fridge forage.  I know you're familiar with a great burger, but a fridge forage is where you go through your refrige…

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