Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Cheesy Shrimp & Grits Casserole

 


Photo source:  Food.com

Shrimp is my very favorite food and my mission has been to find as many shrimp recipes that look good to me.  Seriously, I could eat shrimp every day.  This shrimp and grits casserole looks very delicious!  Winner!!!

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Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes

 


Photo source:  Food Network Kitchen

"Put your slow cooker to the test with this classic creamy potato side dish. We added a little bit of flour to help thicken and stabilize the cream. Keeping the potatoes thin is the secret to this recipe's success try using a mandoline to slice them evenly."  Comment from Food Network Kitchen

Love finding a slow cooker recipe for scalloped potatoes.  Since it is one of my favorite foods, I'd like many versions.

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Monday, February 23, 2026

Crab Rangoon Casserole

 


Photo source:  Better Homes and Gardens

"If your takeout order always includes crispy crab rangoon, why not turn your favorite app into a full meal? This twist uses crispy wonton chips, springy egg noodles, plenty of green onions, and melty cream cheese to mimic the crunch and tang you love in a traditional crab rangoon. We typically use imitation crabmeat, but you could certainly use the real thing for an elevated take."  Comment from Better Homes and Gardens

Yes, I often order crab rangoon and love it!  This recipe looks like a winner and I will try to make it soon.

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Dump and Bake Chicken Cobbler

 


Photo source:  Better Homes and Gardens

"Our spin on a recipe that took over social media is viral in its own right. And it a lot to love: this easy dinner starts with rotisserie chicken and a box of biscuit mix. Add frozen veggies and a topping of crispy French-fried onions to make a perfect meal, no chopping required."  Comment from Better Homes and Garden

Love this version of chicken cobbler.

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Buffalo Chicken Pasta

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"This pasta dish has all the flavors of Buffalo chicken wings, and you don't have to get your fingers full of hot sauce. It's made on the stovetop and is finger-licking good!"  Comment from All Recipes

Looks like a winner!!

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Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"This chicken stroganoff is so good and so easy to make in the slow cooker on a busy day. It is a simple, creamy sauce with cubed chicken breast. Serve over hot cooked rice or pasta."  Comment from All Recipes

Looks delicious, easy and could be part of my food routine.

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Quick and Easy Chicken Spaghetti

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"This creamy chicken spaghetti recipe is quick and easy to make, yet is hearty and delicious. It's a great way to use leftover chicken. A family favorite that’s ready in just 25 minutes!"  Comment from All Recipes

This chicken spaghetti looks quick and delicious.  Next time I get a rotisserie chicken I hope to make this.

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Earthquake Cake

 


Photo source:  Simply Recipes

"I love a no-fuss dessert, and this one-bowl chocolate cake has a cream cheese frosting-like filling baked right into the top of the cake. You can assemble it all at once in a trusty 9x13 and pop the pan in the oven. The cream cheese filling bubbles up to create little cracks and pockets of flavor all over the cake, giving earthquake cake its name. Once the cake has baked, it won’t be long before it’s cool enough to slice right into to serve. 

Each bite is well-balanced with a variety of flavors and textures without being overly sweet. It has a flavor profile similar to a German chocolate cake, but with a cream cheese upgrade."  Comment from Simply Recipes

All I need to see is chocolate and cream cheese and I'm ready to try it.  This cake looks delicious, is a quick and easy one bowl recipe.  

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Slow Cooker Chicken And Dumplings

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

"We've streamlined the recipe for this slow-cooker chicken and dumplings recipe, while ensuring the chicken remains juicy while cooking in the soup. When the chicken is shredded to add back to the soup, you'll make a quick and easy dough for the dumplings. Everything finishes up in the slow cooker for a comfort dinner you can make on a weeknight or proudly serve to company at the holidays."  Comment from Southern Living

I've written about how I never got The Captain's recipe for his awesome chicken and dumplings and I loved it so much.  Now I'm on a mission to get lots of recipes so I can experiment and find the best one for me when I am ready to get back to serious cooking again.  So if you are a serious chicken and dumplings fan, there are lots of those types of recipes on my blog, just do a search on the search bar and in the labels.  Maybe I'll do a consolidation page soon.

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Honey Garlic Chicken - Many Versions


Photo source:  Stephanie O'Dea


There is nothing like the aroma of a meal cooking in the crock pot.  In my working days, I walked in the door from a hard day's work to the smell of a delicious meal ready to eat.  Be instantly de-stressed!  

How about the combination of honey and garlic?  It is one of my favorite appetizers when I order Chinese takeout.  This chicken dish would be perfect with rice, steamed broccoli and a salad with rolls.

This year, I'm focusing on frugal cooking . . . lots of chicken. Another focus that goes along with frugal cooking is freezer cooking.  This meal would be perfect for two meals for two people . . . freeze half to enjoy another day later in the month! I love having a great selection of meals ready to go in the freezer for those busy or lazy days.



VERSION 1

Stephanie O'Dea, New York Times best selling author, features "A Year of Slow Cooking" on her website . . . click here for many more delicious recipes, along with so much more, like an awesome store! 



VERSION 2


Photo source:  Mom On Timeout

"This delicious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe will make you want to stay in instead of ordering takeout! Sweet, savory, sticky and with just the right amount of spice, this Honey Chicken recipe is the perfect way to top off a bowl of steamed rice or vegetables."  Comment from Mom On Timeout

Click here to go to the Mom On Timeout recipe page.  Check out the rest of the website . . . Trish has some awesome recipes listed!



VERSION 3


Photo source:  Mama Loves Food


"Easier than take-out! Our easy Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe made in the crockpot or instant pot is simple, delicious, and only five ingredients!"  Comment from Mama Loves Food

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VERSION 4



Photo source: Taste of Home

"This easy recipe for slow-cooker honey garlic chicken features boneless, skinless chicken thighs simmered to tender perfection in a sticky, sweet and tangy honey garlic sauce."  Comment from Taste of Home

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Slow Cooker Ribs - Many Versions

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

Pork ribs are one of my favorite things and I have not tried making them in the slow cooker.  I would love to try this method, so I was happy to find two versions and will post more if I find them.   We should always strive to find the best recipe and/or method to make our favorite foods.  More to come!



VERSION 1

"Slow 
cooker ribs are fork-tender and meaty. A quick, homemade spice mix adds a smokiness that replicates the flavor the pork would get if it were in fact cooked on a grill. A bed of sliced onions perfumes the ribs nicely with a subtle onion flavor, while also keeping them moist during the long cook. Finally, BBQ sauce adds a slight sweetness and a little heat thanks to strong black pepper flavors."  Comment from Southern Living

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VERSION 2



Photo source:  Taste of Home

"You don’t need to know anything about cooking to make delicious spare ribs at home. Simply put all the ingredients in this recipe into a slow cooker, set the heat to low, and in 5 to 6 hours, dinner is served."  Comment from Taste of Home

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Version 3

Photo source:  Southern Living

Slow Cooker Barbecue Spareribs

"You don’t have to babysit a smoker all day to enjoy great ribs, thanks to this recipe. Here, meaty St. Louis-style ribs get a double layer of flavor from dry rub and barbecue sauce before being layered in a slow cooker and left to cook gently for three to six hours while you go about your life doing fun things."  Comment from Southern Living

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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Crispy Potato Galette

 
                                                             Photo source:  Southern Living


"A potato galette combines the crispiness of a potato chip with the creaminess of mashed potatoes and will be a hit when served alongside a green vegetable, such as green bean casserole or a green salad. Leftovers, if there are any, reheat well. Pair with sausage or ham for breakfast or serve with a tossed salad for lunch.

Learn how to make a potato galette, and impress your family with this fantastic side dish at your next dinner."  Comment from Southern Living

This recipe is like potato overload that I love!!  I'll make a meal of it . . . no meats or sides needed!  Yes, a definite winner!

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Super Crispy Smashed Potatoes

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

"Technically a side dish, these smashed potatoes will get snapped up if you serve them at a party. You can leave keep it simple and season with salt and pepper, or add a sprinkle of herbs. If you want to go all out, add a drizzle of sauce and a sprinkle of cheese."  Comment from Southern Living

WOW looks like a chunky potato chip.  Just give me the whole plate and I will have it as a meal.  A definite winner!

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Fried Mashed Potato Balls

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

"If you love mashed potatoes at dinnertime, just wait until you see them transformed into a poppable appetizer. Full of Cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives, these crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside balls will delight everyone who eats them."  Comment from Southern Living

Another use for leftover mashed potatoes!  Love to find these kind of recipes.  Excellent appetizer.

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Chicken Milanese

 


Photo source:  All Recipe

"I made this Chicken Milanese after I couldn't find a recipe that would work with pasta. It's crispy, quick to make, and delicious!"  Comment from All Recipes

Just like my nana used to make.  Memories of my childhood!

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Crunchy French Onion Chicken

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"Awesome crunchy baked French onion chicken that goes well with any side dish. It's quick and easy too!"  Comment from All Recipes

Any dish that includes those crunchy french fried onions has got to be good.

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Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

"This Buffalo chicken tater tot casserole tastes just like a Buffalo chicken dip, but better! The tater tots make this a filling dish and eliminate the need for a side—great for a Superbowl party."  Comment from All Recipes

Love the tater tot casseroles.  There are various recipes listed on this blog since I'd love to have a good variety of them.  This recipe sounds like a winner!

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Savory Chicken Cobbler

                                                                  Photo source:  All Recipes

"This viral TikTok chicken cobbler made with Red Lobster biscuit mix is incredibly easy to put together. We love this recipe from Matthew Bounds, aka @yourbarefootneighbor. Try it yourself to find out what everyone's raving about!"  Comment from All Recipes

This recipe is going to the top of my must try list.  I already love chicken and biscuits type meals and the addition of Red Lobster biscuit mix is genius.  Can't wait to try it!

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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole


Photo source:  All Recipes

"This cheesy chicken broccoli casserole is sure to hit the spot when you are craving something creamy and comforting with very little prep on a busy weeknight. Eat as-is or serve over rice."  Comment from All Recipes

There are many variations of chicken broccoli dishes because I love the combination.  They all look good to me!  Check them out!

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Air Fryer Whole Chicken

 


Photo source:  Natasha's Kitchen

"This Air Fryer Whole Chicken changed my life. This method yields perfectly seasoned chicken with crispy skin and the juiciest breast meat. It’s way easier and faster than baking a chicken in the oven."  Comment from Natasha's Kitchen

I love making a whole chicken and am happy to have an air fryer recipe!

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