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- French Onion Chicken & Rice Casserole
This French Onion Chicken and Rice casserole is comforting dish featuring layers of tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, spinach, and rice baked in a creamy sauce. I topped with golden and bubbly melted cheese,… Read more: French Onion Chicken & Rice Casserole - Lemon Pepper Smoked WingsI perfectly smoked these chicken wings on my pellet grill. The wings are golden and crispy on the outside, with charred edges that hint at the smoky flavor developed during cooking. I generously coated each… Read more: Lemon Pepper Smoked Wings
- One Pot Cowboy SpaghettiThis one pot cowboy spaghetti, is rich with bold flavors and vibrant textures. Long spaghetti noodles are tossed with browned ground beef, kielbasa sausage slices, and a savory tomato-based sauce. I topped with melted cheddar… Read more: One Pot Cowboy Spaghetti
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French Onion Chicken & Rice Casserole
This French Onion Chicken and Rice casserole is comforting dish featuring layers of tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, spinach, and rice baked in a creamy sauce. I topped with…
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Lemon Pepper Smoked Wings
I perfectly smoked these chicken wings on my pellet grill. The wings are golden and crispy on the outside, with charred edges that hint at the smoky flavor developed during…
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One Pot Cowboy Spaghetti
This one pot cowboy spaghetti, is rich with bold flavors and vibrant textures. Long spaghetti noodles are tossed with browned ground beef, kielbasa sausage slices, and a savory tomato-based sauce.…
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Louisiana Voodoo Fries
Louisiana Voodoo Fries is a flavorful take on loaded fries with a Cajun twist. Crispy, golden French fries form the base, piled high with Cajun sausage, melted cheese, and a…
Crowd-Pleaser Wings
Ready to turn up the flavor? From sweet and sticky to spicy and smoky, there’s a wing for every craving.
- Brown Sugar Cajun Chicken WingsThese Brown Sugar Cajun Chicken Wings are the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy. I generously coat the wings in a seasoning blend that combines Cajun spices with rich brown sugar, creating a caramelized… Read more: Brown Sugar Cajun Chicken Wings
- Cajun Smothered Chicken WingsThese Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings are packed with a Cajun flavor, Coated in a creamy, spiced sauce that bakes into every crevice. The wings are seasoned with Cajun spices. I smothered in a savory cream… Read more: Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings
- Chinese Take-Out Chicken WingsThese Chinese Chicken Wings are extra crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, seasoned to perfection with a blend of traditional spices and marinades. The wings are deep-fried to a beautiful golden brown,… Read more: Chinese Take-Out Chicken Wings
Pasta Recipes
Creamy, cheesy, saucy, or spicy, no matter how you like it, these pasta recipes bring serious comfort with every bite.
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One Pot Cowboy Spaghetti
This one pot cowboy spaghetti, is rich with bold flavors and vibrant textures. Long spaghetti noodles are tossed with browned ground beef, kielbasa sausage slices, and a savory tomato-based sauce.…
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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
This Creamy Tuscan Sausage pasta is comfort food at its finest. Tender penne pasta is tossed in a velvety cream sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian herbs. The juicy…
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Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta
This Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta is a bold and hearty dish that combines smoky sausage with the sweet tangy of honey barbecue sauce. The pasta is rotini, holds the sauce…
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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta features al dente rigatoni tossed in a smooth Cajun-spiced cream sauce. I pan-seared the chicken pieces to perfection, then mixed with fresh red bell peppers…
One Pot Meals
Less mess, more flavor! Every recipe is bold, satisfying, and super easy to whip up. One pot is all you need!
- Taco SpaghettiThis Taco Spaghetti is a one-pan comfort food fusion dish that combines the bold, zesty flavors of a taco with the hearty appeal of classic spaghetti. I loaded this dish with ground beef and cooked… Read more: Taco Spaghetti
- Ground Beef and Potatoes SkilletA comforting one-pan Ground Beef and Potato Skillet meal. The dish is loaded with juicy ground beef and golden potatoes that are perfectly cooked until fork-tender. Bits of red bell pepper add a pop of… Read more: Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet
- Cajun Sausage and Rice SkilletThis Rice and Sausage Skillet Pasta is a one-pan dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. It combines seared sausage slices with sautéed onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and fluffy rice for a… Read more: Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet
