Baked Rigatoni is full of zesty meat, tender noodles and lots of cheese! Super simple this is the ultimate comfort food! Turn this hearty dish into a wonderful meal and serve it with these favorites. Garlic Bread, Asparagus and a Salad! Baked Rigatoni Baked Rigatoni is like taking the best parts of lasagna and spaghetti and putting them together. What you get is a magical hearty, cheesy dish! Everyone loves baked rigatoni!...

To check if your baking powder is still active, pour 1/4 cup boiling water over 1/2 tsp baking powder. If it bubbles, it’s still good. If not, it’s no good! Background Dead baking powder is a common cause of cakes not rising, even if it’s not past the due date. This is because factors such as heat, humidity and jars not properly sealed will reduce the rising power of baking powder....

Ambrosia Salad is filled with mandarin oranges, pineapple, maraschino cherries, coconut, and marshmallows and mixed in a fluffy cool whip! This is a potluck classic! Quick and easy side dishes that can be made in minutes with ingredients that you already have on hand are the best! Creamy grape salad, pea salad with bacon or classic potato salad are a few more of my go-to potluck side dishes. What is Ambrosia Salad?...

Thick, rich, and flavorful, this classic chili recipe is a MUST make! Filled with lean ground beef, a mix of beans, ripe tomatoes, fresh seasonings and it’s topped with all your favorites! Ready to serve your chili in style?! Try this homemade cornbread or add a little spice with this jalapeño cornbread for a side dish that compliments this chili recipe perfectly. Chili Recipe Classic traditional chili is one of my very favorite recipes to make....

One of my greatest sources of inspiration are food blogs. I am continually amazed by the creativity, wealth of knowledge and talent that is “out there” in the food blogging community. And one of my personal favorites is Kathleen from Hapa Nom Nom. Ever since the very first day that I stumbled across her blog by chance, I was hooked. Having tried quite a few of her recipes (scroll down to see my favorites!...

Make this with any fruit you want – fresh, frozen or even dried! Blueberry Bread Loaf This is a quick bread recipe, and is aptly named as such because it is so quick to prepare. Once you pull out your tub of flour, sugar and other ingredients onto the counter, it will honestly take you less than 10 minutes to prepare. In fact, you will probably have to start preheating your oven before you start preparing the batter....

These blueberry cookies are packed with plump blueberries, white chocolate, and zesty lemon for an irresistible flavor combination! Bright, juicy, and sweet, this is one summer cookie recipe you won’t want to miss. With blueberries coming into season, showcase their amazing flavor with a few of my favorite recipes! From scones to cake, homemade syrup, banana bread and more, there are so many delicious ways to utilize this incredible berry....

My obsession with snickerdoodles is no secret here on the blog. I probably could make a category for just snickerdoodles. You can find snickerdoodles of all kinds here, here, here, here, here, and here. Phew. I love a good snickerdoodle. My memories go way back to when I was a kid and would help my mom make snickerdoodles in the kitchen. But the thing is, I also love brown butter....

Caramel Toffee Apple Cake is a tender and moist cake with apples baked right inside! Topped with cool whip topping toffee bits and drizzled in caramel, this will become a new favorite! I might be borderline obsessed with the caramel apple flavor combination. They just go together so well and remind me of a fresh caramel dipped apple. This cake combines all of the things that I love. Our favorite apple filling from Lucky Leaf is baked right inside this super moist and tender cake....

Cheddar Garlic Mashed Potato Casserole is loaded with creamy mashed potatoes, garlic and cheddar. The flavor is incredible and they can even be made the night before! Are you guys ready for all of the holiday parties and gatherings that are approaching us? Well I am sharing with you today a side dish that will be the star of the dinner table. I couldn’t be more thrilled to partner up with Cache Valley Cheese to bring you one of the best side dishes that you will ever make!...

This cheesy baked asparagus will be the best side dish that you have ever had! Packed to the brim with flavor and melted cheese, this asparagus makes my mouth water just thinking of it! Vegetables are needed with every single meal so why not make them as delicious as possible? Try out some more of my favorite go-to vegetables like these garlic butter string beans, these delicious carrots, or my favorite vegetable stir fry!...

Chicken Adobo is a tangy, salty, sweet, and spicy Filipino dish. This meal is easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. It’s sure to become a family favorite! You can never have too many chicken recipes and this Chicken Adobo is a keeper! If you’re on the hunt for more easy and delicious chicken recipes, try Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken Casserole, and Jerk Chicken....

Chicken sandwiches If you’ve ever wondered why those chicken sandwiches from “that gourmet deli” are so coveted and command such high prices, the answer lies not just in the secret mix of ingredients for the filling but also in the texture of the chicken. “It’s so soft and just melts in your mouth!“, friends have observed. The secret? Shredding the chicken super, super finely, until it’s basically crumbly, using a stand-mixer....

Chocolate brownie cheesecake – the ultimate cheesecake for chocolate lovers! It has a fudgy brownie bottom topped with a rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake, chocolate ganache, and whipped cream. Chocoholics rejoice! These are the recipes for you! If you’re wanting more rich and decadent chocolate desserts, you’ve got to try chocolate lava cake, German chocolate pie, or these classic chocolate cupcakes! They’re all so irresistible, you won’t be able to get enough!...

Fresh romaine and cherry tomatoes get tossed with a delicious asiago caesar dressing. Topped with shaved parmesan cheese and croutons, this is a delicious and classic salad that makes the perfect side! Caesar Salad is my personal favorite. I make it almost every week! So I am shocked that I haven’t posted it on the blog until now. There is just something about the crisp romaine, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and parmesan that I love together....

Coq au Vin – French chicken stew Chicken stews are delightful and criminally underrated in my book. Too often they play second fiddle to the divas of the stew world like lamb shanks, braised short ribs and curries. Maybe it’s because chicken as a meat is considered somewhat “common”? As a result, delicious and hardworking dishes like this Everyday Chicken Stew (with crispy skin!) or this weeknight Fast Chicken Stew just don’t get their share of the love they deserve....

Cream of Mushroom Soup is a dreamy creamy soup full of delicately flavored sautéed mushrooms and herbs. If you love the taste of cream of mushroom soup, but can’t stand the canned version, this is for you! This is a fancy, thick, rich, restaurant worthy soup you can whip up at home in no time. It’s a mushroom lovers soup dream come true. Serve this scrumptious soup with a side of Homemade Parker House Rolls, and some vegetables that are either Stir Fried or Air Fried for a complete yummy meal....

This fresh and flavorful avocado tuna salad is the perfect side dish for summer! The combo of bright veggies, savory tuna, and creamy avocado is one you don’t want to miss! Potluck season is here, and that means it’s time to break out all of the easy recipes that feed a crowd! I’ve rounded up a few more tasty side dishes to try- Mexican pasta salad, Greek broccoli pasta salad, and this BLT avocado pasta salad!...

This is the sort of salad that’s ideal to serve on the side of rich roasts roasts like Pork with Crispy Crackling or a Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder. It’s versatile enough to be equally at home alongside other cuisines, like spice-laden Indian curries such as Chicken Tikka Masala or Goan Fish Curry, or Middle Eastern food like Chicken Shawarma. Creamy Cucumber Salad We don’t ordinarily associated creamy dressings with the word “refreshing”, but that’s exactly what this salad is!...

Creamy Skillet Chicken Cacciatore has the most amazing creamy red sauce with peppers, mushrooms, and fresh basil. The chicken is tender and juicy and on the dinner table in 30 minutes! Warm your home with this flavorful dish that brings out all the feel goods. The wonderful smell will draw everyone to the kitchen within minutes. Unstuffed Pepper Skillet, Italian Orzo and Sausage Skillet or Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Vegetable Skillet are a few one skillet meals for you to enjoy!...