Category: Cooking

Cajun Bacon Tuna Pasta Bake

We call this “Cajun Bacon Pasta” because, for picky kids 😉, you don’t really notice the tuna if it’s not pointed out to you! But whatever you choose to call it, it’s delicious, and so are the leftovers. This Cajun Bacon Tuna Pasta Bake is a good replacement for a standard “tuna and…

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Tater Tot Casserole

Tater Tot Casserole is similar to Shepherd’s Pie, but with tater tots instead of mashed potatoes. The sauce also has a cream base instead of a tomato base. I like this version because it does not call for a can of “cream of” soup (which I rarely buy or have on hand).

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Salsa Mac and Beef

Salsa Mac and Beef is an easy, quick weeknight dinner. It comes together in less than 30 minutes, in one pan, and uses ingredients you likely already have on hand. Wins all around!

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Oven Nachos

Hello, everyone! It has been so long since I’ve posted a new recipe, and I really have missed working on this little food blog. So much has happened over the past few years, but I will save that for another post (or two)! But, with some encouragement from friends (hi Randi, Jo Marie,…

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Mediterranean Tuna Noodle Casserole

With fish being a popular menu choice at this time of the year, I thought it would be fun to bring this recipe to the front again.  I would like to note that it also freezes quite well! Tuna and noodle casserole is one of those dishes that can be… let’s face it……

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Butternut Squash Soup

Butternut Squash Soup is simple and light.  Not only does it have butternut squash, this soup also has apples, potato, carrot, onion, and celery, so it is full of flavor.  It is great as an appetizer, or even as a main dish with a nice side of crusty bread.

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Italian Sausage Soup

Italian Sausage Soup has a delicious, savory flavor that is sure to warm your home on any chilly day!  You can also make this soup in the slow cooker, which is great if you have got some time to cook, but you’re not ready to eat just yet.

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Easy Pasta Salad

This Easy Pasta Salad recipe is a great go-to side dish when you’re short on time, but still want something tasty for a barbecue or picnic.  This pasta salad is simple and can be put together in about 20 minutes or less.  It is also easy to customize, or just to put together…

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Sweet & Spicy Tilapia

When I first made this Sweet & Spicy Tilapia recipe, my son went on and on about how delicious he thought it was. I was really surprised that a 5-year old would be so excited to eat fish.  He ate seconds, and I think if we would have had more, he would have…

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Homemade Pizza Sauce

Homemade pizza sauce is easier to make than I thought!  One time, I was out of it with no time to go to the store, so I grabbed some tomato sauce and started experimenting.  I must say that this sauce is so much more flavorful than the sauce you buy in a store. …

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