Monday, January 12, 2026

Slow Cooker Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

 


Photo source:  Bless This Mess Please

"These juicy Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs have a gooey, melty center and are simmered in rich tomato sauce right in the slow cooker. They’re a family favorite comfort food that’s perfect over pasta, on subs, or served as an appetizer!"  Comment from Bless This Mess Please

Great idea to stuff the meatballs with mozzarella.  Love it! 

Click here to go to the Bless This Mess Please recipe page. 







Sunday, January 11, 2026

Ravioli Filling Recipes and Pasta Sauce Make for Easy Italian Dinners

 

Photo source: Better Homes and Gardens

This excellent article has everything you need to know about making ravioli from scratch, including the dough, the filling and recipes.  If you love ravioli, this article is for you.  Make the best ravioli ever for your friends and family!

Click here to go to the Better Homes and Gardens page on ravioli.



Unstuffed Peppers

 


Photo source:  Simply Recipes

“You can use any color of bell peppers to make unstuffed peppers, and it’s fun to use a mix for a colorful dish. For a bit of peppery warmth, add a poblano to the mix, or amp things up with a diced jalapeƱo. Crushed red pepper flakes add a nice dose of heat, as does hot sauce.” —Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director

These unstuffed peppers are ready in just 30 minutes flat. It’s a one-dish dinner that’s filling enough to serve on its own and a total weeknight win."  Comments from Simply Recipes

Since I love stuffed peppers and these unstuffed peppers take 30 minutes to make, I'm going to have to make them.

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Easy Taco Casserole

 


Photo source:  Simply Recipes

"Taco night is the best, but it can be a pain to heat up the tortillas, make all of the fillings, and assemble each taco, one after the other. When you’ve got a family to feed, it can feel just plain tedious. The answer? This easy taco casserole."  Comment from Simply Recipes

Love most of the taco recipes and this recipe sounds like it is delicious, as well as easy.

Click here to go to the Simply Recipes recipe page.




Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole


Photo source:  Six Sisters Stuff


"This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a quick, family-friendly dinner with shredded chicken, boxed stuffing, diced ham, broccoli and more!"  Comment from Six Sisters Stuff

Anything made with stuffing is already good enough to make, but this recipe has ingredients that I love.  Sounds like an awesome recipe.

Click here to go to the Six Sisters Stuff recipe page.









Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice Skillet

 


Photo source:  Valerie's Kitchen


"This cheesy one pot Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice Skillet is loaded with corn, peppers, and black beans for a hearty, delicious meal. It’s ready in just 30 minutes and cleanup is a breeze!"  Comment from Valerie's Kitchen

Love this recipe and can't wait to try it!  I'm so happy that it does not use instant rice, which most of these type of recipes use and love the rest of the ingredients.  

Click here to go to the Valerie's Kitchen recipe page.




Cherry Dump Cake UPDATED

 

Photo source:  Food.com



This post was originally posted
 to this blog on July 30, 2016


It doesn't get easier than dumping three ingredients in a pan and baking it.

Can't wait to serve it warm with some ice cream!

Gotta love dump cakes!


UPDATE

After making this dump cake, I need to make a few notes to add to the recipe.

First of all, after dumping all ingredients into the pan, stir until the cake mix is moistened.  We found that just dumping them into the pan left some spots "floury" after baking and left too many crunchy pieces throughout the cake.

Otherwise, the taste was excellent, but was very sweet and almost needs whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to offset the sweetness.

We really liked it and will be making it again!

Click here to go to the Food.com recipe page.




Saturday, January 10, 2026

Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli

 


Photo source:  centslessdeals.com

"This is an easy way to turn jarred Alfredo sauce into a dinner everyone loves. Pasta and crisp, tender broccoli are tossed in creamy sauce with juicy chicken and a simple sprinkle of Parmesan."  Comment from centslessdeals.com

I love easy, delicious and semi-homemade dishes.  Love pasta dishes with a creamy sauce!

Click here to go to the centslessdeals.com recipe page.







Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cookies

 


Photo source:  Better Homes and Gardens

"If you love the flavors of cherry cordials, this is the chocolate cookie recipe for you. Here, a simple chocolate thumbprint cookie is topped with a maraschino cherry and thick chocolate frosting. Once baked, the cookies become moist and decadent thanks to the juicy cherries and fudge-like topping. You can use any type of maraschino cherries you like in this cookie recipe. Just be sure the cherries are pitted."  Comment from Better Homes and Gardens

Love Love Love!!  I'll make a batch just for me!

Click here to go to the Better Homes and Gardens recipe page.



Ham-and-Swiss Quiche Cups

 


Photo source:  Better Homes and Gardens

"These savory ham and Swiss quiche cups are delightful and versatile bites, perfect for breakfast on the go, brunch, or even a light lunch. Each cup combines a buttery homemade pie crust with a rich, eggy filling enhanced by diced ham, creamy Swiss cheese, and fresh green onions."  Comment from Better Homes and Gardens

The quiche cups are so cute and have ingredients I love.  Winner!!

Click here to go to the Better Homes and Gardens recipe page.




Chicken Creole

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"Tender bites of chicken simmer in a luscious tomato sauce with onion, celery and green bell pepper, ingredients commonly used in Cajun and Creole food. The vegetables add a complex aroma, making this 30-minute sauce taste like it simmered all day. Creole chicken is often served over rice, but you can also spoon it over grits or your starch of choice."  Comment from Taste of Home

Love the creole inspired aspect of this meal that I would love to try.  I have not had this type of meal.  Look forward to that chicken over rice.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.






Grilling/Smoking . . . A Collection of Recipes UPDATED




This post was originally written in 2015


There is nothing like the aroma of grilling/smoking meats outdoors.  The Captain and I recently treated ourselves to a grill/smoker since he is a master at smoking meats on the grill.

No gas grill here, we love the taste and aroma of meats prepared on a wood fire.  Since we will be putting our grill/smoker to good use, I have been looking for great grilling/smoking recipes.

from Todd + Dianne White On Rice Couple


From Smoke Grill BBQ

Smoked Shrimp Kabobs

Smoked Chicken 

Smoked Beef




Friday, January 9, 2026

Sausage Breakfast Pastries

 


Photo source:  White On Rice Couple

"You can’t go wrong making our sausage breakfast pastries. It only takes 4 ingredients and about 30 minutes of baking time. Your house will smell like a bakery and you can feed a group for breakfast simply! Best of all, this recipe is easily customizable by adding other little ingredients."  Comment from White On Rice Couple

This recipe is genius and uses two of my favorite items - puff pastry and sausage.  They look delicious, versatile and make a beautiful presentation for your next gathering!  Quick and easy, but looks like you spent hours. 

Click here to go to the White On Rice Couple recipe page to learn how to make these fabulous pastries!




Easy 5-Ingredient Taco Seasoning

 


Photo source:  The Food Network

"This taco seasoning uses basic pantry staples and can be tossed together in an instant. No need to buy the seasoning packet ever again!"  Comment from The Food Network

These type of seasoning mixes can save you lots of money.  Love them!

Click here to go to The Food Network recipe page.




Sausage Cheese Puffs


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"If you’ve ever wanted an excuse to eat sausage and cheese in one bite-sized, delicious puff of glory, this is it. These sausage cheese puffs are like the love child of your favorite breakfast sandwich and that cheesy biscuit you can’t resist at restaurants. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and packed with savory sausage and sharp cheddar. Plus, they’re the perfect finger food, which means less time with a fork and more time savoring every bite."  Comment from Taste of Home

I have to agree that these appear to be the perfect appetizer.  Can't wait to try them!

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.






Sausage & Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"Canned crescent roll dough is incredibly versatile and convenient for crafting everything from quick desserts to crowd-pleasing, last-minute appetizers. One of our test kitchen’s favorite uses for this flaky, buttery dough is to create a delicious breakfast casserole with classic ingredients and a crispy crust."  Comment from Taste of Home

Love these breakfast casseroles with sausage and made so easy with canned crescent rolls.  This one is a winner!  Breakfast is my favorite meal.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.



Easy Cheesy Loaded Grits

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"Even grits skeptics won’t be able to resist the cheesy, loaded appeal of this Southern staple. Savory pork sausage crumbles, chopped green chiles, a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack and a hot pepper butter sauce make it irresistible. One scoop and you’ll be hooked."  Comment from Taste of Home

Grits is one of my favorite things to make for any time of day.  This recipe sounds delicious, loaded grits is a good description.  

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls


Photo Source:  Taste of Home


"The rolls are made with yeasted dough, just as in a classic cinnamon roll recipe. However, instead of a traditional cinnamon-sugar filling, they’re dressed up with strawberry jam and chopped fresh strawberries for bright and fruity flavor. For the cheesecake component, we spread a dreamy cream cheese glaze over the top and serve the cinnamon rolls warm. They’re the perfect addition to a special occasion brunch spread or lovely for a cozy Sunday morning at home."  Comment from Taste of Home

Love this recipe and would love to make them.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.




Our 15 Best Chicken Casserole Recipes of All Time Are the Ultimate Comfort Food

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"Chicken casseroles are the humble heroes of weeknight cooking. Using everyday pantry ingredients, they're easy to prep, comforting to eat, and endlessly versatile. Plus, the beauty of a chicken casserole is that you can give any recipe a head start by simply using leftover or rotisserie chicken. From chicken Parmesan to chicken and biscuit casserole, these top rated dishes are sure to be family favorites after just one bite."  Comment from All Recipes

If you are looking for chicken casseroles, check out this list from All Recipes.

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.



Creamy Mississippi Chicken Enchiladas

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home


"These creamy Mississippi chicken enchiladas take creamy, cheesy slow cooker Mississippi chicken, flavored with pepperoncini and ranch dressing, to a new level. Shredding the chicken and making baked enchiladas is the obvious next step."  Comment from All Recipes

Looks delicious and love that it is prepared in the slow cooker.  I'm not sure about the pepperoncini and would probably substitute with poblano peppers.

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.