Category: Weekend Cooking
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Jim’s Potato Salad
This classic potato salad recipe has been a family favorite for years, lovingly crafted by my husband, Jim.
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Jim’s Authentic Meatball’s with Italian Sausage and Sirloin
The recipe combines hot Italian sausage, ground sirloin, eggs, bread crumbs, parmesan, milk, onions, and parsley for delicious meatballs. Cook for 20-25 mins at 350°F.
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My Simple Slow-Cooked Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe
I learned how to make this sauce at a cooking class from an Italian chef, it’s super easy and very delicious.
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Creamy Roasted Poblano Pepper Soup
I’ve been trying to replicate this soup from a local restaurant for quite a while (a little too long), I think I finally came close to it with some personal modifications.
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Easy Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe with Pesto
How many turkey sandwiches can one person eat? Before I made this soup, my husband had eaten a few too many “Thanksgiving” sandwiches. This soup is a delicious way to use up leftover turkey, green bean casserole, and any other miscellaneous items in your freezer, produce drawer, or pantry. Ingredients…
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Delicious Cranberry Sauce Muffins
I started making my own cranberry sauce a few years ago for Thanksgiving and always seem to have about a cup left-over. I don’t want to waste it because its so delicious so I came up with this muffin recipe. I recommend eating them warm with butter. Ingredients Instructions
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Pick A Peck of Perfect Pickles (Bread and Butter Pickles)
This recipe is for a quick and easy batch of the MOST delicious Bread and Butter pickles you will ever taste.
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Easy Semi-Homemade Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Glaze
I have been very interested in olive oil cakes for a while. Swapping olive oil in cakes and quick breads is a game changer! This cake is super easy, semi-homemade, extremely moist, and great to bring to any social event. You can also add fresh basil or poppyseeds to the…
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Homemade Sous Vide Egg Bites
These delicious egg bites are a fantastic way to start your day, reminiscent of the sous vide egg bites from Starbucks but even better. Moist, flavorful, and customizable, they make for an easy and tasty breakfast you can prepare in advance. Things You Will Need Ahead of Time Ingredients Instructions…
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Delicious Roasted Potatoes and Root Vegetables
Roasted potatoes get an upgrade with the addition of flavorful root vegetables. This dish is a perfect blend of textures and tastes, making it a delicious side for any meal. Ingredients Instructions
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Hearty Italian Sausage and Pepper Soup
A hearty and flavorful soup that’s perfect for any season. Enjoy the rich taste of Italian sausage combined with the vibrant flavors of peppers and onions.
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Savory Chorizo and Potato Stew Recipe
This hearty and flavorful stew is perfect for fall, providing warmth and comfort with every bite. The rich broth, combined with chorizo and tender potatoes, is sure to remind you of the season’s best offerings.
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Easy and Flavorful Meatloaf with Healthy Alternatives
This homemade meatloaf recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Plus, it can be easily made gluten-free for those with dietary restrictions. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this meatloaf is juicy, flavorful, and pairs wonderfully with my turnip/cauliflower mash or roasted potatoes recipe. Ingredients Meatloaf: Ketchup Mixture: Instructions
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Delicious Butternut Squash Chili
This chili is perfect for those who do not like beans, love butternut squash, or just want to try something different and delicious! My husband Jim thinks it resembles Cincinnati chili because of the cocoa and cinnamon.
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Tender and Flavorful Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipe for Meal Prep and Dinner
Enjoy a perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful whole chicken with this simple Instant Pot recipe. Ideal for meal prep or a delicious dinner, this chicken is versatile and can be used in various dishes.
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The Best Enchilada Sauce
This is the enchilada sauce I mentioned in the Enchilada recipe I posted. Ingredients – I double this recipe, I ran out of sauce. Instructions
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The Best Chicken Enchilada Recipe Ever (and it’s super easy)
I plan on posting all of my own recipes but there are a few that are not mine and I want to honor the home chef who created them. I found this one searching for an easy enchilada recipe because I had never made them. This is the only way…

