Have you tried broccoli casserole? While it’s a familiar comfort dish in many Southern kitchens, versions of this creamy, baked vegetable dish appear in households across the country. Traditional broccoli casseroles are indulgent: cheese, canned cream soup, butter, and crunchy cracker toppings make them rich and deeply satisfying. But if you want the same cozy … Read more

This grilled zucchini with Calabrian chiles, goat cheese and pepitas is an ideal way to use abundant summer zucchini. It works beautifully as a bright, seasonal appetizer or as a flavorful side to serve with grilled chicken, fish or pork. The quick grilling concentrates the zucchini’s natural sweetness, while the Calabrian chiles add a lively, … Read more

I love taking a classic chicken noodle soup and shifting its flavor profile. This Miso Chicken Noodle Soup merges the rich, umami notes of miso with the comfort and heartiness of a traditional chicken noodle. It’s straightforward to prepare and deeply flavorful—perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. Miso paste is a … Read more

For the love of Southern cooking, this Southern-Style Hamburger Steaks with Onion and Mushroom Gravy is irresistibly good. Rich, savory, and comforting, these hamburger steaks are simple to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals. If you’re not from the South, you may wonder how this compares to Salisbury steak. While the … Read more

5-Night Whole30 Meal Plan: Simple Weeknight Meals and Meal Prep Guide If you enjoyed the previous five-day meal plan, here is another complete Whole30-approved option to make weeknights easy, nutritious, and delicious. This plan includes five simple dinners, make-ahead breakfasts, easy lunches you can assemble quickly, and smart snack ideas to keep you satisfied between … Read more

These Chorizo-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Dates are a show-stopping appetizer: sweet Medjool dates filled with spicy chorizo, wrapped in salty bacon, and served atop a smooth roasted red pepper sauce. Crispy, savory, and perfectly balanced, they’re simple to prepare and ideal for parties, holiday gatherings, or an elegant snack to impress guests. The idea for this recipe … Read more

I love ordering sesame chicken as part of a big takeout spread, so I set out to recreate those sweet, savory flavors in a single easy skillet. This One-Pan Sesame Chicken and Rice combines juicy seared chicken thighs, fragrant jasmine rice toasted with aromatics, and a glossy sesame-tamari sauce that finishes everything in the oven. … Read more

We absolutely love our super-simple Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken—it’s an effortless base that can be transformed into many different meals. These Lightened Up Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious, family-friendly way to use that prepared chicken. They’re easy to scale for a crowd, kid-approved, and packed with bright, tangy flavor. Below is a clear, … Read more

These Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken Wings are destined to be the highlight of your game-day spread or any time you’re craving wings. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and bright with lemon and black pepper — simple ingredients deliver restaurant-quality flavor without frying. I love making wings at home because they’re quick, customizable, and always … Read more

Summer grilling season is here and the grill is my favorite tool for simple, flavorful weeknight meals. These Grilled Chili Chicken Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa are bright, smoky, and easy to pull together — perfect for Taco Tuesday or a relaxed weekend gathering. The charred chicken pairs beautifully with a fresh tomatillo salsa that you … Read more