Midwest is Best and there is nothing more midwestern than a good ole hotdish for supper. Especially Tator Tot Hotdish. This recipe can be made so many different ways but we think ours is pretty great. This recipe has been made forever by my mom, sister and myself and our families gobble it right up.

We love summer but this morning we got a taste of fall and let me tell you.. it felt GREAT! Bring on all of the warm meals and full bellies. Our homemade lasagna is one meal that feeds a crowd and makes great leftovers. This homemade lasagna is loaded with meat sauce and cheese, baked to perfect and easy to make. You will never buy store bought lasagna again.

I’m here to give you a refreshing take on boring old pork chops. I never truly liked pork chops until recently and this recipe takes them up a notch or 10. Perfectly cooked pork chops coming right up.

For many families, the best recipes in summer times are salads because they are so easy, fresh and healthy. Per my husband this honey dijon chicken salad is a 12/10, for real. The chicken is tender and juicy, placed on a bed of lettuce paired with fresh strawberries, avocado, crispy bacon and corn. If you are looking for a quick summer salad tossed in a delicious homemade dressing, this is it!

A nourishing one pan meal that is gluten-free, paleo, low-carb and keto-friendly. Oh, not to mention a meal your whole family will enjoy. This zucchini noodles and turkey meatballs dish is loaded with flavor. Don’t get me wrong, we love carbs but sometimes we like to take a healthier approach to supper and this meal is just that!

Looking to change up your Sunday dinner plans with a sizzling steak that is mouthwatering? We have you covered. This weeks feature Friday with our dad is perfectly grilled steak. On Saturday mornings my husband goes to the market and grabs donuts and steaks to prep for our weekly Sunday night steak. It is one of our favorite family traditions. Follow along as we tell you how to make a tender, delicious, perfectly grilled steak.

Crockpots are perfect for days where you know you won’t have a lot of time to prepare dinner or weekends at the lake. This crockpot BBQ pulled pork is simple yet satisfying. This meal is always a hit with adults and kids. There is nothing better than coming home at the end of a busy day knowing dinner is ready.

Whoa, that’s a mouthful but talk about delicious. This creamy spinach and chicken fettuccine is my secret weapon for busy weeknights or a lazy weekend. With a creamy Alfredo inspired sauce, you’re sure to be asking for seconds. Italian food is probably our second favorite, you know we love Mexican food.

Well what do we have here? It’s a taco. It’s a pizza. It’s a taco pizza. Perfect for all you Taco Tuesday lovers. Summer is here and that Big Green Egg of ours, is on full blast! My husband and his friends have always been obsessed with Happy Joe’s taco pizza and I’ve never really understood why. So, I decided to take my own spin on a taco pizza and let me tell ya, Pat is hooked. Pizza night is a weekly event in this house and we love to do it ourselves.

Another weeknight meal coming in hot. This air fryer chicken is juicy, tender and flavorful. This chicken is steamed to absolute perfection. Using your air fryer is the best way to get chicken with crispy skin, less time and no deep frying. The best part about air fryer chicken, is that it is so versatile and pairs with so many different sides.

It’s beautiful outside, Spring has Sprung and you are looking for an easy meal to throw in the oven while the kids play outside. This chicken and rice bake is easy and delicious. The chicken is nestled right between the rice and veggies. Did I mention only having one dish to clean? One pan meals are often the best possible combination of convenience and comfort food and this chicken and rice bake is no exception.

Where are all of my vegetarians at!? This meal is for YOU! These sweet potato and black bean burrito bowls are packed with flavor. You might go crazy over these. The best part? You can make them however you want! Don’t let the ingredients list scare you, it is mostly seasonings that you may already have in your pantry. Let’s get started.

A very easy crockpot chicken taco recipe made with chicken breasts that is perfect for tacos or burrito bowls. The key ingredient in these chicken tacos is Rotel. Most people think that adding Rotel will submerge the chicken in boiling liquid and dry it out. Well, I am here to tell you.. that is FALSE. This crockpot chicken taco recipe will have you coming back for more. These chicken tacos are moist, flavorful and delicious!

Sloppy Joe’s or Barbecues? What do YOU call them? Growing up, I heard both but mostly barbecues. I guess we will call these sloppy joes. This recipe only requires 4 ingredients, 5 if you count the hamburger I guess 🙂 They are easy, tasty and kid approved. This recipe comes together in 20 minutes, the perfect weeknight meal you can serve with confidence.

Our 2hungrydaughters love Mexican night in our house and these sheet pan fajitas are so easy to whip up. Pair them with chips and salsa and you’ve yourself a fiesta! Colorful bell peppers, onions and chicken tossed with seasoning and sprinkled with lime juice. I can just taste the flavor bursting in my mouth. Sheet pan meals are so easy to make and even easier to clean up. They are usually healthier too and easy to swap ingredients, try these with shrimp or steak sometime. Looking for meatless Monday? Swap out the meat and add pre marinated tofu cubes!

Elevate your lunch game with this delicious and indulgent Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich. This is for all of my up north friends. If you have ever been to Grand Junction, then you know what I am talking about. We decided to make a “copycat” Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich and it is LIGHTS OUT! Are you ready for it?

How many of you are tired from all the holiday cooking!? I know I am. Which brings me to my latest recipe. A creamy white pasta sauce with only 2 ingredients. Yup, that’s right 2 ingredients. My dear mom friends, I am telling you this recipe is quick and easy. You can make it in minutes, any day of the week.

Hello meatless Mondays. This easy & flavorful honey and lemon baked salmon makes for a delicious protein packed dinner. Pair with some rice and you’ve got the perfect weeknight meal. I could eat salmon every night of the week, I love seafood. Most people are looking to start the new year off with some healthy habits. Why not try this honey and lemon baked salmon as one of your first recipes!

I don’t know about you guys but these single digit temps got me feeling freezing. This broccoli cheese soup is comfort food at its best and is sure to warm you up. You are only 30 minutes away from the best broccoli cheese soup! This soup is a kids favorite because of it’s creamy texture and cheesy flavor, and loved by parents because it’s secretly loaded with a ton of nutritious veggies.

If you can’t take the heat, get out of the kitchen. But really our version of the Nashville hot chicken sandwich is on fire. It is full of flavor, juicy and provides massive crunch. We had some friends come over for dinner one night and we whipped these up, leaving them wanting more. The flavor in this sandwich truly is kickin. kapow!