Ravioli Lasagna Want lasagna but don’t have time to fuss? Ravioli lasagna is a fuss-free alternative. This is a really great weekday dinner for when you feel like traditional lasagna but just lack the time. Ravioli Lasagna There are a number of “add-ins” you can put in this. I have listed merely a…
Everyday Meals
Loaded Shepherd’s Pie
Loaded Shepherd’s Pie This is my take on the classic Shepherd’s Pie. Loaded mashed potatoes and a surprise seasoning make the difference. I’m of Celtic background–OF COURSE I grew up eating Shepherd’s Pie. But I never really cared for it–way too bland. Yummo Then it came to me if I used loaded mashed potatoes…
Beefy Taco Mac Bake
Beefy Taco-Mac Bake This beefy taco casserole is made even better by making your own baked tortilla chips! Make something Mexican was the request–and I had everything mostly on hand with this. Beefy Taco-Mac Bake I’ll be upfront and say I’m not a great lover of taco seasoning because of the cumin, but when…
Slow Cooker Maple Glazed Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Maple Glazed Short Ribs Delicately flavored short ribs with a maple glaze. Easy with your slow cooker! These maple-glazed short ribs have such a wonderful flavor, thanks to the rub. Yummy beef ribs with a hint of maple I found this Taste of Inspirations rub in my local Hannaford supermarket. Since I…
Holiday Lasagna
Holiday Lasagna Lasagna is a classic holiday-time meal. Also great to serve at a holiday buffet party. Holiday Lasagna was a traditional Christmas Eve dinner when I was growing up. Holiday Lasagna is loaded with cheese, meat and sausage My mother always made turkey for Christmas Dinner and used to serve lasagna the night…
Cracker Barrel Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli
Cracker Barrel Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Here’s a great copycat recipe for the famous Cracker Barrel Chicken Broccoli Casserole. Is there anyone who doesn’t love Cracker Barrel’s great comfort food? Cracker Barrel Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli I’ve seen a number of copycat cracker barrel recipes floating around for this chicken and broccoli casserole, but…
Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki
Slow Cooker Chicken Teryaki A slow cooker gourmet meal that’s fit for company. Another adventure in crock pot cooking! This is one of the best ones I’ve made yet. Yes, I know it has 2 more steps than “throw it in, set it, forget it,” but these steps are well worth the effort. Browning…
Ginger Beef with Mandarin Oranges
Ginger Beef with Mandarin Oranges An economy cut of beef and long slow cooking produce this great flavored Asian beef stew. I start by saying I am not a great fan of slow cooking. Probably because I was never a stew lover. Yep, I use it for soups and there are a few things I…
Cheesy Lasagna Rolls
Fancy enough for company! And a great way to use leftovers. This meal is actually a leftovers story.I had so many things I wanted to use up before I forgot about them and they went bad–a continuing story around here.To start out, I had a little bit of roast chicken breast meat that would probably…
Baked Pork Chops on Rice
Pork Chops on Rice Simple and delicious. Rice is like risotto with no work at all! Light on calories too. This is a fast and almost work-free dinner. It’s actually a total meal in itself since there’s plenty of veggies right in the rice!!! Add more veggies too if you want! I used up…
