DORITOS TACO SALAD

INGREDIENTS 1 c. black beans, rinsed 1 lb. lean ground beef 3 to 4 Romaine lettuce hearts, rinsed, then chopped 1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1 large tomato, chopped OR sliced cherry tomatoes 1 ½ c. nacho cheese Doritos, broke into bite-size pieces 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning fresh cilantro, optional 1 c. Catalina … Read more

30 MINUTE PESTO PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND CHERRY TOMATOES

Summer will never be over with this easy pesto penne with chicken and cherry tomatoes. A satisfying thirty-minute dish perfect for a last-minute dinner. You can also use whatever veggies you have on hand instead of the cherry tomatoes and green beans. INGREDIENTS 2 chicken breasts, sliced thin 16 oz. penne pasta 16 oz. green … Read more

FAMILY NIGHT CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE

INGREDIENTS 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces 3 c. fresh broccoli florets 1 1/2 c. dry small shaped pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt and fresh black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 3/4–1 c. chicken broth 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese 4 ounces cream cheese, … Read more

EASY WEEKNIGHT BEEF TACO PASTA

This easy weeknight beef taco pasta is incredibly easy to throw together using just pantry ingredients. A simple yet filling dinner with loads of flavour and perfect for busy days and busy moms like myself. The first time I made this taco pasta, it was a breeze! I have all the ingredients in hand, and … Read more

Kentucky Butter Cake

INGREDIENTS 1 c flour2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt2/3 c sugar1 1/2 tbsp cocoa2 tbsp butter melted1/2 c milk1 tsp vanilla1/2 c chopped walnuts optionalTopping1/4 c sugar1/2 c brown sugar1/4 tsp salt1 tbsp cocoa1 c water boiling INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.In a medium sized mixing bowl  , combine the flour, baking powder, … Read more

MY MOM’S FUDGE

Ingredients: 2 and 1/2 cups white granulated sugar 3/4 cup butter 2/3 cup evaporated milk 12 ounce package (2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips 7 ounce jar marshmallow cream (also called marshmallow fluff) 1 teaspoon vanilla Instructions: Line an 8 or 9 inch square pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Coat with nonstick spray. Set … Read more

Can Chicken Taco Soup

INGREDIENTS  1x2x3x 1 can black beans (drained & rinsed) 1 can pinto beans (drained & rinsed) 1 can petite diced tomatoes (undrained) 1 can sweet corn (drained) 1 can (12.5 oz) chicken breast (drained & flaked) 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce 1 can (14 oz) low-sodium chicken broth 1 packet taco seasoning 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder INSTRUCTIONS  Combine all ingredients into a large soup pot and … Read more

CHICKEN CLUB PASTA SALAD

Ingredients8 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta3/4 cup Italian-style salad dressing1/4 cup mayonnaise2 cups chopped, cooked rotisserie chicken12 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled1 cup cubed Muenster cheese1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped green bell pepper8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and choppedInstructionsBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.Cook pasta in the … Read more

One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into small, bite-sized pieces) 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 1 cup uncooked basmati rice OR long-grain rice 2 ½ cups chicken broth 1 bag (12 oz) frozen steamable broccoli (about 2 cups chopped broccoli) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Instructions In a 12-inch skillet pan (make sure it has a lid) over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, chicken, salt, … Read more

QUICK & EASY CHICKEN GNOCCHI SOUP

This Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a quick & easy version of the classic gnocchi soup! Made easy with jarred Alfredo sauce, cooked chicken  , pesto, and chopped fresh spinach. Creamy chicken gnocchi soup can be on the dinner table in just 30 minutes and it’s made in one pot on the stove.  Ingredients 1 can (14.5 oz) chicken broth … Read more

Best Scalloped Potatoes

Specifically, these scalloped potatoes. In my humble opinion, they are simply the best. And in the years since I originally posted this recipe here on the blog, thousands of you have also tried them and agreed! So today, I thought I’d bump this recipe back to the top of the stack for those of you … Read more