Family Favorite Glazed Meatloaf

Family Favorite Glazed Meatloaf tastes great and slices perfectly! The recipe also offers prep ahead convenience and tips for a perfectly shaped loaf.   Most children are discouraged from playing with their food. I learned this lesson at a young age, but as I get older, I occasionally ignore this piece of advice. Let’s face…

Miso Chicken

A few simple ingredients add sublime flavor and make this miso chicken dinner a winner! For added convenience, the chicken can be prepped in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake.   Most of us associate miso with the traditional Japanese soup, but what exactly is it and how might we use it? Miso is…

Chifrijo (Costa Rican Taco Bowls)

In Costa Rica, these adaptable bowls are often enjoyed with tortilla chips and an Imperial beer and offer a delicious way to reinvent leftovers.   ¡Pura Vida! Directly translated, these two words mean “pure life,” but in Costa Rica, the phrase has become a national motto used to say hello, goodbye, and pretty much everything…

Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce or Simple Au Jus

Golden on the outside and pink in the middle, a perfectly cooked beef tenderloin will be the centerpiece of any special dinner. The recipe offers a less expensive alternative, as well as tips on how much meat to purchase per person.    My husband and I had been friends for many years before we began dating, so I…

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

I enjoy a good takeout meal as much as the next person, but what if I suggested combining elements of two casual restaurant favorites into one family friendly dinner?  If you’re on the fence, I could mention that this meal is quick and easy enough for even the busiest of weeknights!  ⬇︎⬇︎⬇︎ With Super Sunday…

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

Slices of juicy steak, wholesome veggies, and an easy cheese sauce make this all-in-one pasta dish a favorite in the Fulton household.  Inspired by the classic sandwich, it’s a welcome weeknight meal and fun for casual entertaining. When I started making this meal several years ago, it took me several tries to get the flavor and…

(Slow Cooker) Ginger Curry Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes

Easy to make and deeply satisfying, a simple adjustment makes this soul-warming soup vegan-friendly.      A few weeks into my son John’s first semester at college, a friend asked him to sign a Meatless Monday pledge. He figured one day a week without meat wouldn’t be too hard, so he put pen to paper. Several…

Pasta with Sausage and Shortcut Broccoli Pesto

Thanks to a somewhat unconventional method of preparation, a generous serving of broccoli goes almost undetected in this filling, flavorful meal that is ready in about 20 minutes.   “Try it. You’ll like it.” These words sound a lot like the famous line in the decades-old Life cereal commercial in which Mikey, clearly a picky…

Overnight French Toast Casserole

Lightly sweet and tender with delightfully crispy edges, this mouthwatering baked French toast can be prepared in advance with basic ingredients. It’s special enough for holiday breakfasts and brunches but easy enough for any given Saturday or Sunday.   Warm fires, sweet cookies, festive packages, and lots of holiday cheer with family and friends—this is…

Spinach & Artichoke Egg Casserole

In the last week alone, I’ve received quite a few reader requests for more low-carb, protein-rich meals.  It seems we’re all in the same boat–and that boat has an endless supply of sugary cookies, creamy dips, and salty snack mixes.  Tis the season! So I decided to take inspiration from a party staple–cheesy, gooey, baked…

Leftover Mashed Potato Bake

Leftover mashed potatoes can be given new life with a few basic ingredients. You can even top them like a stuffed potato if you like. Whether you’re baking pies and stuffing the turkey right now or hitting the highway en route to family and friends, chances are you’re rather busy and not thinking of adding…

Crispy Baked Chimichangas

Crispy Baked Chimichangas skip the fryer and use the oven for an easy, healthy approach to a family favorite meal!   My hometown of Lancaster, Pennsylvania has an impressive restaurant scene. From an international perspective, the offerings rival any big city. There’s literally something for everyone: Greek, Thai, Australian, Nepali, French, Latin American, Italian, Vietnamese, Korean—the…

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