Cozy Meals and Classy Twists on Classics
My favorite meal of the day! Get inspired with my fun takes on dishes ranging from classic American fare to exotic Thai-inspired meals. Whether you’ve got 20 minutes or 4 hours to dedicate to a great meal, these recipes have you covered.
South Philly Pork Burgers with garlic spinach and Pepperoncini mayo
A fun take on a South Philly staple sandwich, these grilled South Philly Pork Burgers with garlic spinach and Pepperoncini mayo are bursting with Italian flavors. The parmesan and spice blended burgers are grilled to juicy perfection, topped with melty provolone cheese, sautéed garlic spinach,…
Italian Egg Roll Mozzarella Sticks
These crispy Italian Egg Roll Mozzarella Sticks with Balsamic dipping sauce make a great appetizer or snack, and couldn’t be easier to make. To make the egg roll mozzarella sticks, fresh mozzarella is sliced into long strips, then brushed with basil pesto and wrapped in…
Juicy Pesto Chicken Burgers
These Italian-inspired, Juicy Pesto Chicken Burgers are bursting with flavor- and super simple to make! The flavor-packed burger patties are complimented by gooey melted Italian cheese, a quick and easy pesto mayo, and a delicious bruschetta topping. This site contains affiliate links to products. We…
Scotch Quail Eggs with Harissa Cream Sauce
These Scotch Quail Eggs with Harissa Cream Sauce combine pickled quail eggs with spicy Mexican chorizo sausage for a crispy, spicy and tangy treat sure to impress your party guests! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made…
General Tso’s Ramen Egg Rolls
These crispy, delicious General Tso’s Ramen Egg Rolls combine yummy General Tso’s Chicken with ramen noodles for a fun egg roll filling everyone will love! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. General Tso’s…
Grilled Harissa and Honey Chicken
This easy Grilled Harissa and Honey Chicken with Cilantro Cream Sauce has the perfect balance of sweet and heat- it’s great for BBQs, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made…
Greek Chicken Salad
This easy, healthy Greek Chicken Salad combines juicy cooked chicken breast, creamy hummus, tangy sour cream, tart Kalamata olives and salty Feta for a tasty spin on the classic lunch recipe. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases…
Easy Baked Eggplant Parmesan
This Easy Baked Eggplant Parmesan is a lighter version of the classic dish- using baked breaded eggplant rather than fried, without skimping on flavor! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Of all the…
Ham and Cheddar Croquettes
These Ham and Cheddar Croquettes make a great main dish or appetizer all year round! Use up leftover holiday ham, or grab a few ham steaks and whip up an unforgettable treat! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for…
Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Wraps
These super flavorful Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Wraps combine smoky, curried lentils and sweet potatoes with sweet caramelized onions for a vegan-friendly lunch or dinner everyone will love! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through…
Prosciutto Melon Salad with Burrata
This Prosciutto Melon Salad with Burrata is as elegant as it is easy- with savory, salty, prosciutto, creamy burrata, sweet cantaloupe, fresh basil and tangy balsamic glaze. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links….
Shrimp Corn Chowder
This creamy, spicy, Shrimp Corn Chowder comes together in a little over an hour, for a great weeknight or weekend treat. Top it with crumbled bacon and sliced scallion for a super satisfying meal! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a…
Vegan Dumpling Soup with Carrot Noodles and Enoki Mushrooms
This Vegan Dumpling Soup with Carrot Noodles and Enoki Mushrooms pairs a super flavorful miso and herb broth with carrot noodles, enoki mushrooms and vegetable dumplings. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. This…
Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Honey-Thyme Butter and Goat Cheese
These Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Honey-Thyme Butter and Goat Cheese are sweet, buttery, creamy- and guaranteed to upstage your main dish! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. I love the combination of…
Kimchi Fried Rice with Bacon
With tangy, spicy, kimchi and smoky, crisp bacon, this Kimchi Fried Rice with Bacon is an Asian-American inspired dish packed with strong flavors, but easy enough to pull together on a busy weeknight. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission…
Shrimp Gumbo with Chicken and Andouille Sausage
This Shrimp Gumbo with Chicken and Andouille Sausage brings a little creole into your kitchen for a rich, soulful dinner that satisfies. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. A flavor bomb, and favorite…
Sazón Chicken Salad
A quick and easy lunch, brunch or dinner recipe, this Sazón Chicken Salad combines juicy, cooked chicken breast, Goya’s Sazón Seasoning, scallion and celery for a chicken salad like none other. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases…
Marinated Pork Chop Bánh mì Ciabatta Sandwiches
These Marinated Pork Chop Bánh mì Ciabatta Sandwiches are a fun, inexpensive twist on the classic Vietnamese sandwich- featuring marinated boneless pork chops, a quick and easy Sriracha mayo, pickled veggies and soft, chewy Ciabatta rolls. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may…
Instant Pot Tuscan Sausage, Farro and White Bean Soup
This Instant Pot Tuscan Sausage, Farro and White Bean Soup is hearty, healthy, and loaded with flavor from a blend of Italian spices, a parmesan rind, nutty Farro and spicy Italian sausage. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for…
Buffalo Shrimp Salad Lettuce Wraps
A creamy, spicy treat wrapped in a lighter package, these Buffalo Shrimp Salad Lettuce Wraps make a great appetizer, a quick lunch, or a light and easy dinner. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these…
Ham, Bean and Bacon Soup with Dumplings
This hearty soup puts your leftover holiday ham bone to good use. My Ham, Bean and Bacon Soup with Dumplings is full of smoky ham and bacon flavor, with loads of veggies and beans, and best of all- easy drop dumplings! This site contains affiliate…
South Philly Style Slow Cooker Italian Shredded Pork
This Slow Cooker Italian Shredded Pork is juicy, super flavorful (thanks to a quick and delicious spice rub), and very versatile. Best of all, all you need to do is set it and forget it in your crockpot! This site contains affiliate links to products….
Sweet Potato Ground Turkey and Kale Skillet with Honey Goat Cheese
This Sweet Potato, Ground Turkey and Kale Skillet with Honey Goat Cheese is light, flavorful, and on your dinner table in just 30 minutes! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Looking for an…
Kale Salad with Toasted Chickpeas, Avocado and Lemon-Mustard Vinaigrette
This light, vegetarian Kale Salad with Toasted Chickpeas, Avocado and Lemon-Mustard Vinaigrette is a great lunch recipe, or even a great family-style salad for your next pot luck! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these…
Bang Bang Shrimp Salad
This Asian-inspired Bang Bang Shrimp Salad places crispy, sweet and slightly spicy sauced shrimp atop a bed of greens and veggies tossed in a light and herby cilantro and shallot vinaigrette. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases…
Turkey, Farro and Mushroom Stuffed Peppers
A light, yet filling weeknight dinner, these Turkey, Farro and Mushroom Stuffed Peppers are filled to the brim with lean seasoned ground turkey, nutty farro, earthy mushrooms and plenty of parmesan- then finished with thin slices of fresh mozzarella. This site contains affiliate links to…
Shrimp and Pineapple Fried Rice
With sweet, caramelized pineapple, succulent shrimp, crunchy cashews and plenty of fresh herbs- this Shrimp and Pineapple Fried Rice is way better than takeout, and cooks in just 20 minutes! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made…
Spicy Muffuletta Oven Panini
This Spicy Muffuletta Oven Panini combines the tart, complex flavors of homemade olive spread, crisped ham and melty provolone cheese with rich, flavorful Italian meats for the ultimate spicy panini that comes together in just 40 minutes! This site contains affiliate links to products. We…
Sunday Sauce with Bracciole, Meatballs and Sausage
A classic Italian meal, this Sunday Sauce (or gravy, depending on who you ask) with Bracciole, Meatballs and Sausage feeds an army- with tender, cheese and bread stuffed steak, moist and flavorful meatballs and spicy Italian sausage. Don’t forget the garlic bread and pasta! This…
Crab Topped Cod with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce
This Crab Topped Cod with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce is a restaurant-worthy meal you can make at home, combining my Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce with buttery, seasoned crab topped cod, and lemon. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a…
Red Pepper Cream Sauce
This rich, decadent Roasted Red Pepper Cream sauce is one of the main ingredients in my Crab Topped Cod with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce, but also makes a great sauce for pasta. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission…
Easy Hearty Lentil Soup
This Easy Hearty Lentil Soup is slightly smoky, slightly spicy, super healthy and ready in just over an hour! This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Aa s quick and easy soup you can…
Tuna Noodle Casserole with Cheese Tortellini and Egg Noodles
No canned soup here! This Tuna Noodle Casserole with Cheese Tortellini and Egg Noodles is creamy, dreamy and gets an extra texture and flavor boost from cheese tortellini and a crisp, buttery panko topping. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a…
Pot Roast Grinder Sandwiches with Horseradish and Pepperoncini Mayo
This recipe gives new life to leftovers, using my World’s Greatest Pot Roast to make a Pot Roast Grinder Sandwiches with shredded pot roast, gravy, horseradish and pepperoncini mayo, Havarti cheese and horseradish pickles. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a…
World’s Best Pot Roast
Slow cooked in a Cast Iron Dutch Oven with carrots, celery, herbs, wine and garlic, this melt-in-your-mouth dinner in one pot is truly the World’s Best Pot Roast. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these…
Crockpot Mexican Chicken Pozole Verde
This tasty Crockpot Mexican Chicken Pozole Verde soup let’s the crockpot do all the work for you, and utilizes pantry staples and fresh herbs for all the flavor without the fuss. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases…
5 Cheese Sausage and Spinach Lasagna
You can’t go wrong with my meaty, cheesy, 5 Cheese Sausage and Spinach Lasagna, with a quick homemade sauce and fresh spinach. Ever since I was a wee Sharon, I have loved me some lasagna. I mean, there are very few meals I find as…
Crockpot Shredded Beef and Smoked Gouda Enchiladas
These spicy, smoky, Crockpot Shredded Beef and Smoked Gouda Enchiladas get their intense flavor from slow cooked, seasoned flank steak, and are transformed into the ultimate crispy cheesy dinner after a quick trip in the oven with some melty cheddar and smoked gouda. Enchiladas are…
Easy Chicken and Dumplings
My Easy Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, without too much work! This recipe employs the help of store-bought biscuit dough for fluffy, flavorful dumplings without the fuss. Chicken and Dumplings has got to be one of my top 5 all tie comfort…
Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Fried Prosciutto & Sage
This Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Fried Prosciutto and Sage combines the flavors of pumpkin and sweet potato with the texture of Yukon gold potatoes for a great homemade pasta that’s finished with salty cured prosciutto, fresh grated parmesan and crispy and herby sage….
Parmesan & Pretzel Crusted Pork Schnitzel with Quick Mushroom Gravy
This Parmesan & Pretzel Crusted Pork Schnitzel with Quick Mushroom Gravy is a fun twist on the classic dish, and uses Everything Pretzel Crisps as part of the breading! Living near Rockledge, PA- I am all too familiar with German cuisine. Within a mile of…
Shrimp Parmesan
This quick and easy Shrimp Parmesan recipe combines crisp Panko and parmesan breaded shrimp, tangy marinara and 3 kinds of cheese for a fun and flavorful spin on classic parm. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made…
Italian Style Chicken Tortellini Soup
This healthy, hearty Italian Style Chicken Tortellini Soup, packed with veggies and cheesy tortellini is deliciously easy to pull together for a weeknight warm-up. Either you like tortellini, or you’re wrong. Whew, felt good to get that of my chest! Moving on. All kidding aside,…
Mexican Street Corn Salad
This flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad is a quick and easy play on classic Mexican grilled street corn (or Elote), with cheese, lime and chili powder. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. First…
Mouthwatering Mushroom Gravy
My Mouthwatering Mushroom Gravy comes together in just over an hour, yet packs a ton of mushroom flavor. This gravy is perfect for any chicken or turkey dinner, and great for Thanksgiving! Who doesn’t love a great gravy? Seriously. Imagine a Thanksgiving dinner without drowning…
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Creamy Baked Bean Gravy
When only comfort food will do, this Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Creamy Baked Bean Gravy is just what the doctor ordered. It’s smoky, it’s creamy, it’s bacon-y- and it’s here to save your weeknight dinner doldrums. A staple of my childhood dinner table was the…
Great Grandma’s Sloppy Joe
This classic Sloppy Joe recipe goes back generations in my family, and it’s as easy as it is delicious. The epitome of wham-bam weekday meals, this old school favorite is on the table in under 20 minutes. This site contains affiliate links to products. We…
Reuben Egg Rolls with Bacon & Beer Sauerkraut
Combining salty and seasoned Corned Beef, tart sauerkraut, and creamy Swiss cheese, these Rueben Egg Rolls with Beer & Bacon Sauerkraut are the ultimate party appetizer. A true labor of love, these Reuben Egg Rolls take true dedication in the preparation, but trust me, they…
Bourbon Sausage and Peppers
As easy as it is delicious, this Bourbon Sausage and Peppers recipe comes together in a flash, and is great for potlucks, tailgates, parties or just a super casual dinner for friends and family. The rich and smoky flavor of the bourbon, the sweet from…
Easy Weeknight Mega Mushroom Chicken Marsala
This Easy Weeknight Mega Mushroom Chicken Marsala packs serious mushroom flavor into a classic recipe that you can pull together in under an hour. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. When I think…
Momma Dukes’ Classic Fried Chicken Breast
Great for weeknight meals, parties, and picky kids, this elevated fried chicken breast gets an extra flavor boost from a quick buttermilk marinade and a bit of parmesan cheese added to the breading. Growing up, one of my favorite meals my Momma Dukes (Mom, for short)…
30 Minute Prosciutto Mozzarella Chicken
Impress your guests without the work with this Easy Prosciutto Mozzarella Chicken with Balsamic Tomato and Artichoke Pan Sauce. A few minutes of layering some quality ingredients, and into the oven it goes! This recipe uses jarred marinated artichoke hearts and grape tomatoes for a…
Crispy Buffalo Shrimp Salad
This fun Cornmeal Crusted Buffalo Shrimp Salad is a lighter way to indulge your buffalo sauced cravings, featuring cornmeal crusted buffalo shrimp over light greens, tomatoes and cucumber. This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these…
Cauliflower Potato Mash
This lightened up Cauliflower Potato Mash is a great side dish with a unique flavor all it’s own for comfort food cravings without the guilt! Giving into the cauliflower craze, one night I decided to do a full cauliflower mash as a side dish. While…
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette and Asiago Cheese
This Brussels sprout salad with warm bacon vinaigrette and asiago cheese is easy enough to throw together on a busy weeknight, and doesn’t wilt- so it’s great leftover for lunch, or to bring to potlucks and BBQs. While not what I am known for cooking…
Crockpot Carnitas Tacos with Queso Fresco
These Crockpot Carnitas Tacos with Queso Fresco, lime, cilantro and scallion are the perfect weeknight meal, or a great set-it-and-forget-it party food (I’m looking at you, football season). This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these…