Vegan Homemade Noodle Recipe

When heading into my first plant-based Thanksgiving there was one recipe I knew I had to figure out because it holds my beloved Thanksgiving tradition, noodle making with my family.  I have posted before about how my family gets together on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving every year to make my Gr…

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Vegan Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Pasta Recipe

Fall is finally here, and I don't know about you, but I am ready for ALL the rich and hearty comfort foods.  I know what you are thinking "You can't have creamy comfort foods when you are vegan!".  Well what, prey tell, makes you think that?  Not only can I have them, but I can i…

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Easy 15 Minute Vegan Alfredo Sauce Recipe

One of the things I get asked most since going plant based or vegan is "What do you eat?"  My answer to that is simple.  Whatever I want!  Sure I may have to tweak a little something here or there, but ultimately there is nothing I used to enjoy that I can't enjoy now.  In fact, I can…

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Easy Vegan Mac and Cheese Recipe

When going plant-based one of the things I thought I would never again get to enjoy was a good ol' bowl of mac & cheese.  But after perfecting my Easy Vegan Cheese Sauce Recipe , all I have to say is "Hello Lovah!" to this deliciously amazing Easy Vegan Mac & Cheese !   Creamy,…

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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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Instant Pot Cajun Pasta with Sausage Recipe

Over the years I have found cajun cooking to be very similar to West Virginia cooking in the sense that we use the simple, inexpensive ingredients we have on hand to great delicious food.  One such recipe for me is this Instant Pot Cajun Pasta with Sausage .   I used only a few pantry staples and c…

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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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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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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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Three Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

One thing I love about cooking from home is how you can take one recipe and make it into something totally new by just swapping out a few ingredients.  That's exactly what I did to get this Three Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe .   I used my recipe for Bake Three Cheese Penne Pasta , mixed a fe…

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How to Make Homemade Meatballs in Marinara Sauce Recipe

Making Homemade Meatballs in Marinara may seem like a daunting task, but in reality it can be done in under an hour with just a few simple ingredients.   Whether it's a big Sunday dinner with the family, a special occasion such as a birthday, or just your average Tuesday night nothing says lov…

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Bacon Chicken Ranch Casserole Recipe

Can you believe we are already in November!?!  I can't.  This year just seems to be passing us by so quickly.  With everything in me I'm trying to slow down and savor the moments as they come, but it gets harder and harder especially since Christmas started poking its head out around the b…

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Instant Pot Greek Chicken Pasta Recipe

I can't believe we are approaching the end of Crocktober!  I don't know about you, but these have been some of the best crockpot recipes I've ever tried.  For today's Crocktober recipe, I wanted to shake things up and bring you a one-pot meal of Instant Pot Greek Chicken Pasta . Wit…

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Easy Crockpot Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Nothing, and I do mean NOTHING, says comfort food like a big bowl of pasta, and one of my favorites is Spaghetti and Meatballs .  But let's be real, who has time to make homemade meatballs in the middle of the week?  Heck, as busy as some of us are, who has time on the weekends?  That's why…

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Crockpot Baked Ziti Recipe

One thing I've come to terms with when it comes to crockpot cooking, dump and go is ALWAYS best.  Another thing...break rules!  I took those two philosophies into consideration when creating this Crockpot Baked Ziti Recipe ! This easy dump and go recipe is a weeknight game changer, and did I me…

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Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Y'all really seem to be loving Crocktober this year!  I've especially enjoyed getting all the pictures of the recipes you've made, as well as the great feedback!  With that being said, I KNOW you're going to LOVE this Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore Recipe !   Chicken Cacciatore is a si…

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Easy Baked Ravioli Recipe

Okay so maybe I'm using the term "recipe" in this post loosely.  I mean after all, I'm not actually MAKING any of the ingredients, RIGHT!?!  Well, its like this, most evenings you're super busy and just need dinner on the table fast.  You have a fridge full of ingredients, bu…

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No Chop Instant Pot Chicken and Noodles Recipe

I know what you're thinking.  "Mandee, ANOTHER Instant Pot recipe!?!"  I know, I know, I'm sorry. However, last night I was SUPPOSED to go out to dinner with a friend.  Studhubs was going to fend for himself, and it was going to be a great night.  Well, life happened and that did…

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Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash and Meat Sauce Recipe

So 15 or 16 years ago my husband and I tried The South Beach Diet.  However, like most diets, we didn't stick with it.  One thing it did introduce us to is the idea of spaghetti squash.  I'm going to be 100% honest with you.  I tried roasting it one time and it was a nightmare.  It was suc…

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