When I want to make a meal that I know everyone will love, I make Hot Dogs & Potatoes. It's just what it sounds like and my family LOVES it. It's my husband's favorite meal. I'll leave the kitchen window open as this cooks, and my husband will actually come running into the house when he smells what's for dinner!
This is a recipe that comes from my mother-in-law. She has a whole stash of simple, hearty casseroles and one-skillet recipes that are crowd-pleasers. When I get stressed out
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Mashed Potato Pancakes
Mashed Potato Pancakes. These are one of those things my mom has been making my whole life. She makes them just the way her mom made them. Make them for brunch, lunch or a midnight snack. You'll love them no matter what time of day!
Mashed potatoes are a comfort food classic and my mom makes the best. She keeps them totally simple and fluffy and they are delicious. So delicious in fact that everyone usually fights over the last spoonful!
But sometimes my mom will make extra and hold
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Ratatouille with Shells
It may be back to school time, but let's not rush into fall too quickly. I'm holding on to the goodness of late summer produce for as long as I can! And this Ratatouille with Shells recipe is the perfect way to do that.
I know you might be thining: Isn't Ratatouille a super cute Pixar movie about a cooking rat? Yes! And it's one of my favorites to watch with the kids. But have you ever had this traditional French dish? If not, make sure you Pin this recipe and add it to your meal
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Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
My oldest child does not like chocolate. Yes, you read that correctly. Nothing chocolate at all! I'm not even sure how we can be related.
So when it comes to sweets and treats, finding things he enjoys can be difficult. But he'll never say no to Classic Peanut Butter Cookies.
The recipe I use comes from a 1969 Betty Crocker cookbook that is hanging on by a thread. It's simple, delicious and features that traditional criss-cross pattern. In fact, using a fork to make that criss-cross
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Crustless Quiche with Broccoli and Ham
Need a quick, delicious breakfast that's not heavy on carbs? Then eggs are the obvious answer. And this Crustless Quiche recipe makes having eggs easy, even on the busiest of mornings!
So many grab & go breakfast options are starchy - bagels, cereal, granola bars, muffins. All delicious, yes. All super easy to take as you run out the door, yes. But all the healthiest choices, not really. Especially if you're trying to bump up protien and veggies in the morning. So often
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