This is a PSA, not a recipe. The idea isn’t new. If you aren’t familiar with adding peanut butter to instant ramen noodles, then I can tell you that this is something you absolutely should try. Spicy Peanut Butter Ramen is quick and filling. It can also be customized in a multitude of ways. Let me explain […]

Although stuffed bell peppers are delicious, I find them awkward to eat. What if I could just put all the ingredients into a bowl and then eat it with my fork? I feel the same way about many foods, TBH. That’s what I did! These simple, unstuffed bell peppers can be prepared in one pan […]

I am all about using up the last bits and pieces of food in my freezer or fridge. Instead of making another batch of plain pasta with red wine, I added some heavy cream to the mix this week, some spinach leftover, and some Italian sausage. This Creamy Tomato Pasta With Sausage is a simple swap […]

Recently, there was a request for tuna recipes. However, I wanted something lighter and fresher (I am so ready for spring). This Mediterranean Tuna Salad is a mix of two of my favorite recipes. Guess what? It keeps great in your fridge to make another meal prep-ready salad! WHAT IS IN MEDITERRANEAN TUNA SALAD This salad is […]

A slow-cooked, tender and juicy shredded pork are the best. This versatile, freeze-able dish is great for making quick meals later. This pulled pork is my favorite and one of my most-loved recipes. It’s easy to make, the slow cooker does all the work, and the result is delicious! TENDER, MOIST MEAT – USE A […]

This salad is so simple. It’s amazing. Classic Three Bean Salad is simple and delicious. It has only three ingredients and the most basic of dressings. The creamy beans make a great contrast to the tangy, sweet dressing. And the red onion adds just enough flavor and crunch to keep it all balanced. This is […]

I used to think chicken breasts tasted bland. But then, I changed my mind. Instead of viewing chicken breasts as the main ingredient in a recipe, I now see them as the vehicle to enhance the recipe’s flavor. The BBQ Cheddar Baked Chicken uses chicken breast as a base. It carries the delicious BBQ sauce, cream cheese, […]

Here in the south, potato salad is taken very seriously. This was something I quickly learned after moving to Louisiana twenty years ago. Although I wasn’t a huge fan of potato salad as a kid, it became my favorite when I made it the southern style–with mayo and mustard. It is rich, creamy, tangy and has just the […]

This amazing Lemon Garlic Shrimp Rice is possible if you can cook rice. This recipe is easy enough to make for company or on a date night. As I put forkful after spoonful of this recipe into my mouth, I am constantly asking myself, “how can so few ingredients create so much flavor?” 🙂 HOW DO YOU […]