Have you ever cracked open a store bought box of popcorn shrimp and wondered what in the world you were really eating? Were there even any shrimp in there?! Do it right with this simple crispy version (great for your air fryer too)! ...
30 Minutes or Less
Baked Salmon Fillet with Lemon and Dill
Baked salmon fillet begs for bold, fresh flavors. Use these simple steps to add lemon, dill and roasted tomatoes to yours. Bake it all up on a sheet pan and it's ready in less than 30 minutes. ...
How to broil skirt or flank steak
Learn how to broil skirt steak and flank steak that stays juicy and tender from oven to table and is ready in 15 minutes or less. It's one of my secrets to really fast dinners everyone loves! Use this basic salt, pepper, and olive oil version to get yourself started, then feel free to throw in marinades, seasonings and whatever flavors you enjoy. ...
Rotini pasta salad with mozzarella and tomatoes
There was a time that I thought the only good rotini pasta salad came from a box. But my homemade version is proof that you can get big flavor without that flavored powder and those all too familiar dehydrated vegetables.Suddenly salad was my jam for years. And I'll admit that I still sort of cling to the bacon ranch version from time to time. My MSG receptors must still be on high ...
Easy grilled fish tacos with chunky avocado cream
Easy grilled fish tacos are a staple in our house year round. It took some time for me to find just the right affordable but delicious fish to feed all four of us and develop a recipe that wasn't too labor intensive. But by golly we've got it and now my secrets are yours. Dig in! ...
Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is a classic breakfast, brunch or easy dinner filled with gooey cheese, salty bacon, sautéed onions and a delicious rich egg custard you'll want to serve anytime you get a chance. Get all the easy tips and tricks right here! ...
Chocolate Chip Dessert Cheese Ball
Why do cheese balls always have to be savory? This chocolate chip dessert cheese ball has been a hit in our family for years and is easy to make up to a week before you need it. The blend of cream cheese, vanilla, chocolate chips and pecans can be adjusted with your favorite treats too--it's a delicious way to serve a crowd! ...
Buckeye Balls (Buckeye Ball Candies)
Buckeye balls are the candy that draws a crowd anywhere you take them. If you see people huddled around a Tupperware container stuffing these peanut butter and chocolate concoctions into their faces and their purses or pockets (wrapped in a napkin of course--what are you, a caveman?), you know you're on to something good. And these are soooo good. ...
Greek Stuffed Peppers with Chicken and Orzo
Greek stuffed peppers are a nice change from the classic rice and ground beef version we usually eat in the south. Dive in to tender chicken, tangy olives, and feta cheese topped off with fresh herbs. It's a light dinner that's special enough for guests or a regular night at home. ...
Traditional Seven Layer Salad
There's not a funeral, baby shower or church potluck in the south that doesn't have a traditional seven layer salad gracing its table. Usually made by a 70-something named Mable, it's a beautiful and delicious side dish with its own unique dressing you won't want to miss.Seven layer salad goes with monogrammed Pyrex dishes like peanut butter and jelly.That means it's a potluck ...