Early on in the lockdown of 2020 we got to talking about the great foods we were missing while in quarantine. One family favorite was the great Chicago deep dish pizzas we had last summer while on vacation. (We were a house divided between Giordano’s and Lou Malnati’s) Since we...
Beef stroganoff is the ultimate comfort food. This version is hearty and delicious and oh so tender. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!Dutch Oven Beef StroganoffIngredients:2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2 inch chunks1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 large onion, thinly sliced1 cup sliced portobella or...
These carnitas came to be when the chicken I planned to use for a different dinner was still frozen. I have successfully cooked shredded chicken from frozen in the Instant Pot, so I started to brainstorm what I could do with shredded chicken. A glance in the pantry led to...
Like many busy families we are always in search of fast, delicious dinners that the whole family will eat. This recipe hits the bill for most of those requirements. While one member of the family won’t eat it (10 year olds, right?) the rest of us love it! It’s become...
This creamy gnocchi is super quick to make and so easy! It’s hearty, delicious, and speedy, making it the perfect weeknight dinner! Creamy Italian Sausage and TomatoIngredients1 lb chopped Italian sausage1/2 small onion, finely diced4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g. sauvignon blanc)1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 pounds uncooked potato...
For the last several years our family had celebrated a family holiday every June 14th. For most other Americans this is known as Flag Day. In our house it’s known as Colonel Flagg Day.Fans of the show MASH will remember that Colonel Flagg is the delusional CID/CIA secret ops man...
This hearty and delicious soup comes together in less than a half hour.
A super-fast weeknight dinner. This spicy shrimp comes together in about 15 minutes. Spicy Cajun ShrimpServes 4 Ingredients:1lb shrimp, thawed3 Tablespoons butter3 cloves garlic, crushed1/2 teaspoon cayenne 1 teaspoon paprika2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons cornstarchSalt and pepper to tasteDirections:Melt the butter in a large sauté pan. Add...
This healthy and flavorful chicken chili is one of my absolutely favorite weekday lunches. It takes just minutes to throw together in the morning and a few hours later you have a delightful lunch or dinner!Creamy, Cheesy White Chicken Chiliprint this recipeIngredients: 1 1/2 pounds cooked chicken, cut into bite...
This delicious dinner comes together in 30 minutes or less.