If I was asked what kind of soup I'd like to drown myself in, it would be this right here. Really, no one will ever ask me what kind of soup I would want to drown in. But if they did, I would say this. This is lick the bowl clean kind of good. It's thick, it's rich, it's creamy. It's drown-yourself-in-it worthy. What makes this so delicious is that you cook the … [Read more...]
Freezer-Friendly Ham and Cheese Muffins
This school year is back in full force and these muffins are a great morning breakfast, after-school snack, or quick weekday dinner. I throw them together and have them on the table in around 30 minutes. The kids just eat them up. That keeps the kids happy and helps our whole family keep up with our go-go-go schedule. The recipe is versatile and the flavor is fresh, smoky, … [Read more...]
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon-Laced Bread Crumbs
This doesn't happen too often around here on $5 Dinners, but it's happening now. I'm talking about 'food trends.' And by 'food trends,' I really mean food that I'm currently obsessed with. (And seems that you are too based on your response to these recipes and meals.) Specifically, I'm referring to "Homemade Macaroni and Cheese" Recipes. This is the 3rd recipe I've shared … [Read more...]
Homemade Macaroni & Cheese with Beef and Bacon
An amazing new macaroni and cheese recipe with ground beef and bacon, drowned in a homemade Gouda cheese sauce...yes, please! I've used in this amazing homemade cheese sauce and the flavor is outta this world... How to Make Homemade Macaroni & Cheese If you've never made a homemade cheese sauce, here's what that looks like: Melt the butter in a large … [Read more...]
Ham and Cheese Corn Cakes
I think the name and the photo speak for themselves. These babies are lip smacking delicious and you've got to get them added to your meal plan. Like STAT. The ham, the cheese, the bell peppers and touch of onion...all wrapped in a cornbread base. Southern comfort right here my friend. Hope you enjoy them as much as we did! Ham and Cheese Corn Cakes Adorable … [Read more...]
Tuscan Bean Soup
I'm giddy about this ham and bean soup! It's a light and refreshing soup. It really is. You can tell just by looking at it, can't you. This is the flavors of summer meet the flavors of fall. A ham and bean soup meets the late summer harvest of zucchini, spinach and carrots. Toss it all together in a giant pot with some chicken stock, dried herbs and then top it all off … [Read more...]
Cubano Sliders
I've partnered up with my friends at Smithfield Anytime Favorites to bring you this new 31-minute dinner! A couple of months ago I had 2 different friends tell me on the same day in 2 conversations that I HAD TO SEE THE MOVIE 'CHEF.' Ok then. I'll see the movie Chef. And so I watched it that weekend. And I adored it. Every part of it. (Except maybe the excessive … [Read more...]
Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta
I think if there was really such a thing as "comfort food heaven," this would be the first pasta served in the buffet. I have vivid memories of eating Chicken Cordon Bleu as a child. VIVID ones. Let's just say that my mom was not a fan of cooking. The "I love cooking" gene skipped a generation from my grandma to me. But my mom was fortunate enough to be rescued sometime in … [Read more...]
Bacon & Honey Mustard Grilled Cheese
Bacon. Homemade honey mustard. (Just 1:1 honey and Dijon or yellow mustard.) With some sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese. That is all. (And you're welcome!) :P Bacon & Honey Mustard Grilled Cheese A quick and easy lunch or dinner! 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy2 Tbsp butter, softened3 Tbsp honey3 Tbsp yellow or Dijon … [Read more...]
Chorizo Potato Hash
I've got an amazing, quick and super delicious skillet dinner for you tonight! This really a "brinner" as it's more of a breakfast meal than a dinner meal...so we'll call it a brinner. Brinner is generally quick and this one is colorful, flavorful, packed with protein and veggies. You can serve it as is, or with some ripe, fresh fruit. The cooking method for this meal is … [Read more...]