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Every once in a while I get a certain craving for ultra comforting, delicious and easy to make food. This recipe for Mexican Dorito Casserole fits the bill. I’m not gonna lie, it is not in any way healthy, but it isn’t the sort of thing you make regularly. For a special treat and to fulfill a craving, it certainly hits the spot. Mexican Dorito Casserole Serves 4-6 2 c. shredded cooked chicken 1 c. shredded cheese (or more if you are a cheese hound)…
If you are like many of us and are on the hunt for a special Valentine’s Day dinner recipe, I urge you to try this delicious Seafood Lasagna. It is indulgent and a very special meal for your special someone. Make ahead tip: Prepare the day ahead by assembling the casserole and storing in the fridge. I simply cooked the scallops and combined with the already cooked shrimp and crab, then followed the directions below. I also used regular lasagna noodles — not even the…
Is it safe to say the weather is finally starting to turn for most of us? If it is where you live, you may be reaching for warm, comforting foods to offset the chill felt outdoors. Roasting the vegetables in the oven will warm your kitchen and as a bonus, fill your house with wonderful scents. Serve with your favorite roll and a spread of butter. Butternut and Acorn Squash Soup Makes several servings 1 butternut squash, halved and seeded 1 acorn squash, halved…
Thanksgiving is heading our way and visions of turkey and stuffing have already begun in our household. I deviated from my standard recipe to try this Tyler Florence dish and wow, I was shocked at how good it turned out. The cornbread might be my favorite part. Sweet, salty, just wonderful all around. The gravy you make from the drippings makes an ultra dark, sweet, flavorful gravy. I’d never tasted anything like it before. Happy cooking and Happy Thanksgiving! Maple-Roasted Turkey with Sage, Smoked Bacon,…
While the traditional mac and cheese is delicious just as it is, I was craving something different and reached for this recipe for Pastrami Mac and Cheese. A smooth cheese sauce of sharp cheddar, with spicy Pastrami and buttered bread crumbs are baked with farfalle (or your noodle of choice). The result is a wonderful combination of flavors that are ultra comforting and hearty enough to be the main dish of your dinner.
There are two key features in these Lasagna Rolls, a recipe by Giada de Laurentiis, that I love. First, as the name suggests, the lasagna noodles are rolled making serving individual portions much easier (see picture below). Second, there are two sauces utilized. A creamy bechamel coats the bottom layer of the dish, with a hearty marinara on top.
I can assure you, I am no cook. I mean, I do know how – like the basics – but I have no ideas and no motivation. Last week at a “mom’s-night-in” wine and dessert party at my friend Cassie’s house, some of the girls were giving me some much needed new (and much improved) ideas for dinner. Here is the most successful of them all: Tri-tip Wraps (yay!) Ingredients~ Tri tip steak (you could use any kind of red meat) package of Lavash bread…
Amy Bellgardt is a wife and mom of two boys, as well as founder and lead blogger at Mom Spark. Amy also manages Mom Spark Media, a social media and marketing firm.
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