When you are in the kitchen as much as I am, you need to make sure you have the necessary tools to get the job done.  One of the tools I frequently use is my favorite hand mixer.  I’ve used it as a cookie mixer,…

Fresh carrots are tossed in olive oil, honey, curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.  These oven roasted carrots are sweet, a little spicy, and so delicious.  Your family will love this easy side dish!

Homemade banana cream pie is a favorite southern dessert.  The main ingredients are banana slices, milk, cream, sugar, and gelatin. Use a pre-made crust to save time. 

Perfectly roasted spaghetti squash topped with rich and flavorful meat sauce.  Easy sauce recipe uses ground beef, jarred spaghetti sauce, and extra seasonings to make delicious, low carb spaghetti squash boats for dinner.  This stuffed spaghetti squash recipe makes 2 large (or 4 small) servings.

This easy Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cake from scratch is beautiful, flavorful, and moist.  It’s topped with a sweet lemon glaze that’s the perfect final touch.  Excellent for breakfast or dessert.

If you’re like me and enjoy cooking and spending time in the kitchen, then you are probably also like me in that you want the best kitchen tools you can get.  That is why my latest post is focused on finding the best chef knife…

These crispy baked onion rings have all the crunchy texture and flavor of being deep fried.  Vidalia onion slices are soaked in buttermilk then coated with a saltine cracker, potato chip, and panko bread crumb coating and baked to perfection.  You’ll love this easy oven-fry…

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies have a rich peanut butter brownie bottom layer and a chewy fudge brownie top layer.  Made from scratch goodness that will have your sweet tooth singing your praises!  Makes 9 irresistible brownies.

Pan Seared Red Snapper is a delicious and healthy meal that’s ready in 10 minutes!  Learn how to cook red snapper with lemon butter caper sauce.  A healthy fish recipe with simple ingredients and easy directions!

Creamy chicken tetrazzini is made with chicken thighs, sliced mushrooms, parmesan cheese, and cream of chicken soup.  This easy pasta dinner is ready in 20 minutes.  This is serious comfort food!

You need a new knife set and your budget is $200.  How do you pick out the Best Knife Set Under $200?  Well, because I love to comparison shop and find the best deal, I put together this buying guide of the best kitchen knife…

Strawberry Cream Pie is extraordinarily creamy and delicious.  It’s made with fresh strawberries, condensed milk, lime juice, and cool whip on top of an amazing crushed pretzel crust.  It’s frozen and tastes like ice cream!  Also known as a strawberry pretzel pie, it’ll be your…

This Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Ball is the ultimate appetizer for any occasion and any time of year.  This cheese ball recipe is made with cream cheese, jalapeño pepper, Mexican cheese, smoked paprika, Mexican oregano, chipotle powder, and garlic powder then rolled in crispy bacon and…

Are you in the market for a new pasta strainer?  If so, you have come to the right place.  After lots of research, I created this Best Pasta Strainers Buying Guide for 2020 to help you compare prices.  I was recently in the market for…

Everybody loves macaroni and cheese!  This recipe is the best because there are only 4 simple ingredients.  Elbow macaroni, shredded cheese, milk, and butter.  Only 4 simple steps, too.  Sometimes, the simplest recipes are the best!

Juicy chicken breasts and tender potatoes tossed in a spicy Cajun seasoned sauce and baked to perfection in one pan.  Sheet pan chicken and potatoes are an easy dinner that your family will love.

Chicken Divan is a classic casserole made with chicken and broccoli, baked with a sour cream and cream of mushroom soup mixture with a hint of curry and dry white wine, then topped with cheddar cheese and panko bread crumbs.  Dinner is ready in about…

Pork Carnitas Bowls begin with your Instant Pot.  The pork is perfectly tender and well seasoned, then broiled for that traditional crispy texture.  Serve bowl style with homemade cilantro lime rice, and homemade pico de gallo.  Add corn, black beans, and avocado slices.  The best…

Tender chicken breasts slow cooked in the crock pot with a sweet garlic honey ginger sauce.  This easy crock pot honey garlic chicken is loaded with delicious Asian flavors! The best crock pot honey garlic chicken!

Love pancakes for breakfast, but trying to stay on your low carb keto diet?  If so, you’ll love this easy Keto Pancakes with Coconut Flour recipe!  These pancakes are fluffy, delicious and make the best low carb keto breakfast. 

The best chocolate cake is made from scratch with easy homemade chocolate frosting.  Rich and decadent 3 layers of chocolatey goodness!

Easy homemade lasagna with three layers of lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and lots of creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses.  You’ll love this traditional Italian lasagna!  Easy make-ahead and freezer-friendly, too.  

Need a great dip for that upcoming party and have no idea what to make?  If so, you are going to love this Easy BLT Dip Recipe!  This easy dip is super creamy, full of flavor, and the star of the party!   

Delicious, nutritious portobello mushrooms are “stuffed” with a layer of meaty marinara sauce, then a layer of mozzarella and ricotta cheese mixture, then a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.  Baked to perfection, these lasagna stuffed mushrooms are a perfect weeknight dinner.  Low carb and keto…

This easy oatmeal raisin cookie recipe makes 24 delicious, homemade cookies!  Butter, oats, brown sugar, and the perfect spices come together for the best oatmeal raisin cookie.  

Delicious, nutritious vegetable soup made with ground beef, carrots, green beans, corn, mushrooms, and tomato juice. This super easy hamburger vegetable soup recipe can be made on any day of the week. A quick and easy home-cooked meal that’s perfect for the whole family.

Easy, homemade peach cobbler is made with fresh peaches and other delicious ingredients such as cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar.  Topped with a delicious buttery crust that’s sweet and crisp.  Serve with ice cream or whipped cream for the best southern peach cobbler you and your…

A whole pecan pie baked inside a chocolate cake, then topped with chocolate frosting?  YES!  This dessert sounds complicated but it’s surprisingly easy.  The chocolate pecan piecaken is a delicious easy holiday dessert.

This Low Carb Keto “Oatmeal” (or noatmeal, if you will) recipe contains no actual “oats,” but has the flavor and texture of traditional oatmeal (without the pesky carbs).  Not only is this oatmeal gluten-free, low carb, keto, and paleo-friendly, it’s an easy, healthy, and delicious low…

This Southern Cornbread Dressing is so delicious and moist, you don’t need to cover it up with gravy!  Perfectly seasoned with onions and celery, sage, poultry seasoning, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup.  Serve this classic cornbread dressing as a Thanksgiving side dish or…

This Asian Cabbage Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing is a delicious and healthy Thai inspired side dish. Loaded with fresh ingredients and big flavors!  Cabbage, mandarin oranges, toasted peanuts, and fresh veggies tossed with a sweet and spicy peanut dressing made with peanut butter, sesame…

This delicious keto chocolate mug cake is the perfect size for one. This individual keto mug cake is made with coconut flour, cocoa, and Swerve sweetener.  Ready in one minute.  Contains only 6 grams net carbs. 

Fresh sliced apples tossed with real maple syrup, pure apple juice, cinnamon, allspice, and fresh thyme leaves baked with a sweet oatmeal, honey, and almond topping!  Gluten-free!  Makes 4-6 servings.

Fresh salmon fillets marinated and topped with a sweet Asian sauce made with apples, ginger, mirin, soy sauce, and miso paste.  Oven broiled salmon is juicy and flaky and is an easy seafood dinner recipe for any night of the week.  You’re going to love…

An easy, creamy asparagus soup made in your Instant Pot.  This comforting soup can be served either hot or cold, so it is perfect for enjoying all year round!  Makes 4-6 servings.

Warm, homemade banana nut muffins are always in season!  This easy recipe is ready in 30 minutes and makes 12 muffins.  These muffins make a delicious breakfast or a tasty snack.  Bananas and brown sugar add cozy sweetness.  Walnuts add a delightful crunch.  Bananas, eggs,…

Delicious shrimp, lots of fresh vegetables, coconut milk, and red curry paste come together for a delicious, nutritious bowl of homemade Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup.  Warming, comforting soup ready in 30 minutes!  Makes 4 servings.  

Fresh tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs come together in your instant pot for delicious, nutritious homemade Tomato Soup.  Warming, comforting soup ready in 30 minutes!  Makes 4-6 servings.  

This thick and hearty no bean keto chili is filling and full of delicious chili flavors.  Ground beef and sliced smoked sausage are simmered with onion, bell pepper, celery, diced tomatoes, and lots of classic chili seasoning.  Fits perfectly on your high protein low carb…

Grilled salmon filets are probably my second favorite way to eat fish (first being fried catfish).  Salmon has a very tender texture with a deliciously rich, buttery flavor and is full of health benefits.  Additionally, salmon cooks up faster than other meats (steak or burgers).  Which…

Creamy chicken spaghetti made with rotisserie chicken, Rotel tomatoes, Velveeta Cheese, and cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups.  This easy chicken spaghetti recipe is ready in 30 minutes.  This is serious comfort food!

Fresh corn on the cob is basted with a honey citrus sauce then grilled.  This easy Southern Grilled Corn on the Cob recipe makes the best corn that’s juicy and flavorful.  No soaking required.  Grilled without the husks for a great roasted flavor inside each…

Boneless seasoned pork chops baked in the oven, then topped with a homemade sweet and sour glaze.  Served with sauteed fresh bell pepper slices and fresh pineapple chunks. 

Blonde brownies are chewy chocolate chip cookie bars that are made with flour, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, egg, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips.  Also known as blondies, this easy one-pan dessert recipe is versatile and perfect for any occasion! Chewy on the inside and slightly…

Fresh, healthy Brussels sprouts are oven-roasted in a cast-iron skillet with bits of bacon.  Crispy caramelized Brussels sprouts have a delightful hint of nutty sweetness.  An easy side dish that goes with just about anything. 

Who wants a delicious guilt-free pizza?  This pizza crust is made with cream cheese and is low carb, keto, gluten-free, and nut free.  Enjoy an easy low carb keto pizza crust topped with your favorite toppings such as pepperoni, sausage, bacon, and mushrooms!  Keep this…

This is hands down the best creamy beef noodle casserole!  Cooked egg noodles tossed with sour cream and cream cheese; layered with flavorful meaty tomato sauce; and melty mozzarella cheese.  This recipe was inspired by an old church cookbook recipe dated nearly 40 years ago. …

Crispy fried green tomato slices topped with a creamy creole sauce that’s loaded with shrimp! This easy fried green tomato recipe is our family favorite and I think you’ll love it, too.  The creole sauce is what makes this recipe over the top delicious! 

Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and easy, homemade Chinese takeout meal that contains all the ingredients of an egg roll, except the wrapper.  Also known as crack slaw, this Asian inspired recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.  Great for a low…

A super easy and refreshing creamy corn salad that’s a perfect side dish for summer or any time of the year.  Shoepeg corn, cucumber, tomato, and red onion tossed with a homemade, tangy mayonnaise and vinegar based dressing. This no-cook side dish is great for…

Steamed cauliflower florets tossed with cream cheese, shredded cheese, bacon, and chives!  Ultimate comfort food casserole.  This easy baked cauliflower recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.

Tender pork stir-fried with bok choy, bell pepper, onion, cashews, and seasonings.  Quick and easy weeknight meal, ready in under 30 minutes.  Delicious and healthy.  Great meal for the low carb and keto lifestyle.

A delicious breakfast egg casserole with broccoli, bacon, and cheddar cheese.  Great breakfast for a large family or convenient meal prep!

Delicious, healthy cod topped with homemade garlic-herb butter creates a tender, flavorful fish dinner that even the kids will eat!  This tender, white fish recipe is gluten-free, keto, and low carb.  Less than 1 net carb per serving.  Easy recipe – bake or pan fry.

Low carb jambalaya made with chicken, sausage, shrimp, and cauliflower rice.  This easy low carb jambalaya is packed with classic New Orleans flavor.  I guarantee it!  Makes 6 servings at 7.5 net carbs each.

These lemon pepper chicken wings are seasoned with homemade lemon pepper seasoning and baked in the oven.  Chicken wings are great for game day or any day.  Wings are a great choice for an appetizer, snack, or meal.

Delicious Italian Cream Cake baked in a sheet pan, then cut into bars or squares.  The ingredients form a chewy, cookie-like crust.  After cooling, spread the rich homemade cream cheese frosting on top.  It’s the easiest Italian Cream Cake ever!  It’s rich and decadent just…

Crispy broccoli slaw is tossed with avocado oil mayo, apple cider vinegar, and seasonings for a deliciously healthy side dish or a crunchy filling for sandwiches.

Tender bone-in pork chops seasoned with lemon pepper, lightly floured, and browned in a pan.  Then smothered in a creamy gravy with fresh mushrooms. A delicious easy family dinner slow cooked on the stove.

Spicy roasted cauliflower is an easy side dish, snack, or appetizer.  Cauliflower florets are tossed in olive oil, garlic, parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes then roasted in the oven.  Low carb, keto, and gluten-free!

Ripe avocado halves filled with an egg, baked to perfection and topped with bacon and cheese.   A healthy, easy breakfast or quick dinner recipe with only 2 net carbs per avocado half.

A classic homemade oatmeal bread made with flour, yeast, rolled oats, buttermilk, and brown sugar.  Light and fluffy bakery-style bread. Easy step-by-step instructions.  Great for beginners.  This recipe makes 2 delicious loaves. 

Chicken breasts stuffed with crispy bacon, creamy goat cheese, and fresh basil leaves.  Baked in the oven, then topped with a balsamic glaze.  An easy healthy chicken dinner recipe that takes only 15 minutes to prepare.

Lemon Chess Pie is an easy, tart, ooey gooey pie that bakes up with a sweet crispy candy-like top crust.  Made with simple ingredients and easy directions.  Chess pie is an old fashioned southern favorite that everybody loves.

Pan-seared chicken thighs simmered with fresh garlic, chicken broth, and pickle juice.  The pickle juice adds a delicious brine flavor.  Serve over a bed of cauliflower rice, topped with flavorful pan juices.  This easy chicken thigh recipe is low carb, keto, and gluten free!

Crisp romaine lettuce, fresh broccoli, and ripe tomatoes with toasted slivered almonds and toasted Ramen noodles tossed in a homemade sweet and sour vinaigrette.  This salad goes with just about anything!  

These easy Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins make a delicious breakfast or a tasty snack. Applesauce adds sweetness and moisture while cinnamon adds a warm and cozy flavor. Topped with a simple cinnamon sugar mixture.  Makes about 10 fluffy moist muffins.  

Juicy meatloaf with a delicate hint of hickory smoke flavor, topped with a thick, tangy sauce.  An easy classic meatloaf recipe made with ground beef, bread crumbs, and the perfect blend of seasonings.  The sauce is made with ketchup, smoked paprika, garlic, and tomato paste. …

Super juicy lemon pepper chicken baked in a foil packet with fresh asparagus and rosemary.  Quick and easy healthy chicken dinner.  Low carb and keto friendly.  

Paula Deen’s Old-Time Beef Stew is an easy beef stew recipe with carrots, potatoes, celery, onions, and seasonings.  This classic vegetable beef stew makes a comforting, delicious meal any time of the year.  Slow simmered on the stove top for just over 2 hours.

These low carb stuffed bell peppers are filled with ground beef, creamy tomato sauce, and cauliflower rice. Topped with mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection!  This is an easy low carb meal you can make any day of the week. 

Old fashioned apricot nectar pound cake is an easy, moist cake that made its debut several years ago.  The apricot nectar juice adds a light, citrus flavor and sour cream makes this popular cake super moist.  This easy cake recipe is a tried and true…

Easy, cheesy Mexican cornbread made with sour cream, jalapenos, cheddar cheese, cream corn, and corn meal (no Jiffy!). Super moist!  No matter what you call it, Mexican Cornbread or Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread, this 3-layered cornbread is the moistest, cheesiest, and tastiest jalapeno cornbread yet!

This easy pumpkin spice cake with cream cheese frosting is the perfect fall dessert!  Made with spice cake mix, canned pumpkin, chopped pecans, pudding mix, and a few other ingredients.  Then topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting.    This easy cake recipe is a…

This easy chocolate trifle with brownies and toffee bits is the king of desserts!  Made with chopped brownies, chocolate pudding, cool whip, and toffee bits.  

Crock Pot Mexican Casserole is an easy one pot meal packed with flavor and loaded with ingredients such as ground beef, rice, corn, black beans, salsa, and enchilada sauce.  Simply cook the ground beef then add the remaining ingredients to your slow cooker. Top with…

These Low Carb Strawberry Cheesecake Squares have a thick and creamy cheesecake filling swirled with sugar-free strawberry preserves baked in an almond flour crust.  This low carb dessert is our favorite when we’re craving something sweet. Each square contains approximately 2.06 grams net carbs, depending…

Hearty, sweet, and savory baked beans with ground beef, bacon, and brown sugar are super easy to put together! It is a perfect side dish recipe for a holiday, cookout, bbq, picnic, tailgate, or if you just love baked beans.  This recipe is a meat…

This creamy cheesy cabbage casserole is an excellent vegetable side dish.  Chopped cabbage baked in a creamy sauce and topped with Ritz crackers and cheddar cheese.  This is a great holiday side dish for a large gathering. Goes great with ham, turkey, and salmon!   

Fresh sliced zucchini baked in a pie shell with lots of cheese is a perfect side dish for any occasion.  Is your garden overflowing with zucchini? Here’s a delicious zucchini side dish recipe that’s always a hit.

This easy chocolate chess pie is an authentic southern dessert. Rich and creamy are the best two words to describe this classic chess pie from an old family recipe.

Easy, authentic Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya is a family favorite!  Boneless skinless chicken thighs and smoked sausage simmered with onion, bell pepper, and celery (trinity), rice, and lots of Cajun flavors. 

eaty, cheesy, savory little “open face” sandwiches are always a family favorite. After baking, slice the loaves into easy to hold individual mini sandwiches.  Stuffed french bread is an easy appetizer or main meal!

These 3-cheese stuffed burgers are bold, juicy, beautiful, and cheesy.  Hamburger patties are stuffed with blue cheese and cheddar cheese, then topped with pimento cheese and bacon.  These burgers belong to the meat lovers and cheese lovers.  Whether it’s Memorial Day, July the 4th, cookout/bbq, game day,…

You’ll fall in love with this one pan yogurt marinated roasted chicken and potatoes recipe!  The yogurt marinade ensures the chicken will be tender, juicy, and full of flavor.  The secret to the bold flavor and gorgeous color is the garlic chili sauce added to…

Tender pork tenderloin seasoned with curry powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.  Sauteed with bell pepper strips and served over a bed of steamed cauliflower rice.  This is our favorite Pork Curry over Cauliflower Rice.

This homemade chicken broccoli alfredo pasta is simple and delicious!  Chicken breast, broccoli, homemade alfredo sauce, and shaved parmesan cheese baked together for a meal that will become a family favorite.  This recipe makes 4 large servings or 6 smaller servings if served with a…

This easy shrimp and rice recipe is an old family favorite.  A delicious one-pot, one-pan meal with shrimp, trinity, cream of mushroom soup, cream of cheddar soup, cooked rice, and Cajun seasoning.    

This quick and easy red beans and rice with sausage is thick and creamy with all the flavors of New Orleans everyone loves.  Ready to eat in 20 minutes!  Creamy creole red beans, smoked sausage, cajun seasoning, and trinity simmered together & served over hot…

Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is a delicious combination of shredded or chopped chicken combined with a creamy sauce, some poppy seeds, and topped with a crisp, buttery Ritz cracker topping!  It’s a quick and easy chicken dinner that you can put together any day of…