We’re packing in the color and the flavor here. Start things out with a base of chopped iceberg lettuce for the perfect crunch, then follow it up with red onion for a little zip. Next up comes a layer of hard boiled egg, chopped sweet peppers, and the all importantly peas. We use frozen peas…

There’s something wonderfully comforting about a beef roast that cooks low and slow while you get on with your day. This Crockpot Beef Sirloin Tip Roast turns a lean cut of beef into tender, flavorful slices with a savory gravy that’s made right in the slow cooker. The roast is seasoned simply, browned for extra…

There’s something so magical about a warm bowl of soup on a chilly evening. I still remember those weekends growing up when my grandma would pull out her old slow cooker, a little scratched from years of love, and begin layering potatoes, ham, and fresh veggies. The house would slowly fill with the most comforting aromas—the kind…

ave There are certain recipes that instantly transport me back to the busiest, happiest evenings at home. You know the kind—everyone wandering into the kitchen because something delicious is baking in the oven, the smell of melted cheese filling every corner of the house, and someone inevitably asking, “Are they ready yet?” That’s exactly what…

This Ground Beef and Cabbage recipe is based on the flavors of my family’s German stuffed cabbage rolls (also known as Kohlrouladen). This version is essentially an ‘unstuffed’ cabbage roll that can be ready in just 30 minutes. It’s also naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and good old-fashioned comfort food paired with steamed rice and sauerkraut. Growing…

There are certain meals that automatically elevate dinner into an event. Baby back ribs are one of those. It’s when those rich aromas start filling the kitchen that everyone starts asking when dinner will be ready. Best part? You don’t need a smoker, a grill, or a fancy recipe to make ribs that taste amazing….

Apple Earthquake Cake is a wonderfully messy dessert with tender spiced apple cake, pockets of sweet cream cheese, and plenty of cinnamon flavor running through every slice. As it bakes, the cream cheese mixture settles into the batter and creates the cracks, swirls, and uneven pockets that give earthquake cakes their name. This is the…

Steak Fajitas are one of those dinners that make the whole kitchen smell good before they even reach the table. Tender strips of seasoned steak cook with sweet bell peppers and onions until everything has browned edges and plenty of smoky, savory flavor. They’re quick enough for a weeknight, especially if you slice the steak…

Some potato recipes are so simple, they’re the kind of thing you remember years after. And these Creamy Pour-Over Baked Potatoes are just that. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered in a baking dish and covered with a rich, creamy mixture, then baked until tender and golden brown. The result is a warm, comforting side dish…

Slow Cooker Potato Meatball Stew loaded with meatballs, potatoes, celery, and carrots for a delicious weeknight meal. It’s rich, creamy, and the perfect cold weather comfort food.  Now that summer break is officially over and the kids are back to school, the struggle for what’s for dinner begins. Between work, household chores and driving the…