Recipes
Cheesy Tex-Mex Chicken Skillet
This cheesy enchilada skillet is everything I want in a weeknight dinner: hearty, a little spicy, and unapologetically cheesy—with zero fuss and only one pan to clean.
Italian Sausages with Peppers, Onions & Garlic Tomato Pan Sauce
Whole Italian sausages, beautifully browned (with bonus grill marks if you’ve got a grill pan), simmered in a rustic mix of sweet bell peppers, onions, and a garlicky tomato glaze.
Cozy Garden Vegetable Soup
Whether you're feeling under the weather or just need something gentle and grounding, this one delivers all the comfort without the heaviness.
Get Well Soon Chicken Noodle Soup
There’s something magical about chicken noodle soup when you’re under the weather. This version is soothing and full of flavor, but simple enough to make even if you’re feeling foggy. Whether you're curled up on the couch or just craving something warm and nourishing, this bowl is here to help you feel a little more like yourself.
Sheet Pan Kielbasa with Peppers, Onions & Pierogi
This dish brings alllll the Eastern European comfort vibes — smoky kielbasa, sweet roasted peppers and onions (from frozen, no chopping!), and pillowy pierogi that crisp up in the oven. It’s warm, filling, and a total potato glow-up if you’re tired of the same old roasted spuds.
One-Pan Cheesy Beef & Shells Skillet
This is recipe is beefy, cheesy, saucy, and packed with flavor. It’s like Hamburger Helper, but way better (and without all the mystery ingredients). Everything cooks in one pan, including the pasta, and it comes together in under 30 minutes.
One-Pan Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Baby Potatoes
This is one of those “how is this so good with so little effort?” meals. You toss everything on one sheet pan, let it roast, and 30 minutes later you’ve got juicy pork chops with crispy-edged potatoes and a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze that brings it all together. No chopping. No marinating. No standing over the stove.
Baked Gnocchi with Marinara & Mozzarella
If you're craving something cheesy, saucy, and soul-soothing but can’t be bothered with a single pot of boiling water — this one’s for you. Just toss gnocchi, sauce, and cheese into a baking dish and let the oven work its magic. No chopping, no boiling, no stress.
One-Pan Tomato Braised Chicken Thighs with White Beans
This is the kind of dinner you throw together when you want something hearty and soul-soothing but barely have the energy to open the fridge. Everything goes into the pan, no chopping necessary, and the result is a bubbling, saucy masterpiece that tastes like you slow-cooked it all day.
One-Pan Honey Garlic Salmon & Asparagus
If you’re looking for a dinner that’s fast, healthy, and feels like something special — this is the one. The honey garlic glaze caramelizes over the salmon while the asparagus roasts until perfectly tender. It’s a full meal with no chopping, no pans to scrub, and no excuses to order takeout.
Creamy Lemon Pepper Orzo with Spinach & Parmesan
This one-pot orzo dish is the weeknight hero you didn’t know you needed. It’s cozy, creamy, bright from the lemon, and feels a little fancy even though it takes barely 20 minutes and zero brain power.
Spring Greens Salad with Roasted Cherries & Goat Cheese
This isn’t your average spring salad. Roasted cherries take center stage, bringing a rich, jammy sweetness that pairs perfectly with tangy goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and a citrusy vinaigrette. It’s like a fancy café salad — but you made it, and it’s even better.
Honey Citrus Glazed Carrots
Sweet, tangy, and kissed with a hint of fresh citrus, these honey-glazed carrots are a total glow-up from your basic roasted veggies. They’re tender, glossy, and bursting with flavor—like sunshine on a plate!
Spring Pea & Feta Orzo Salad
Easter potlucks call for something fresh, vibrant, and easy to serve, and this Spring Pea & Feta Orzo Salad fits the bill perfectly! Bursting with sweet peas, tangy feta, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs, it’s light yet satisfying. Tossed with a zesty lemon-dill dressing, this pasta salad is not only delicious cold but also travels well and can be made ahead.
Creamy Kale & Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Pasta
This creamy kale and sun-dried tomato pasta is the kind of dish that feels fancy but takes almost no effort. It’s garlicky, savory, a little tangy from the sun-dried tomatoes, and rich with cream and parmesan.
Angel Hair with Garlicky Red Sauce & Crispy Pan-Fried Meatballs
This recipe is reminiscent of the weeknight dinners I grew up on — angel hair pasta twirled through jarred red sauce, topped with sizzling pan-fried meatballs, and finished with a snowstorm of grated parmesan.
Crispy Chicken Cutlet Sandwich with Cheddar & Garlic-Lemon Mayo
This sandwich is a total homage to the chicken cutlet sandwiches my mom used to make — crispy breaded chicken, a slice of cheddar, iceberg lettuce, and mayo on soft sandwich bread. This version keeps the soul of that original but dials up the flavor and texture with just a few thoughtful upgrades.
Toasted Brioche Sloppy Joes with Smoky-Sweet Tomato Sauce
There’s something about Sloppy Joes that hits a core childhood memory — saucy, messy, sweet-savory joy on a bun. This elevated version trades in the canned mix for a rich tomato-balsamic jam, smoky spices, and deeply caramelized ground beef (or mushroom mix!).
Creamy One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta Bake
Sometimes, you just want something cozy and satisfying that comes together fast—and this is that dinner. Think of it as Hamburger Helper’s cooler, homemade cousin: creamy, cheesy, beefy goodness with tender pasta and a secret veggie boost.
Rosemary Garlic Beef Tips with Lemon Butter Peas & Potatoes
These rosemary garlic beef tips are savory, juicy, and deeply flavorful—the kind of meal that feels fancy but comes together fast. Paired with buttery baby potatoes and sweet peas kissed with lemon zest, it’s spring comfort food at its best.