A breaded pork tenderloin sandwich was always my mom’s favorite when she would take my sister and me to a cafe for lunch. This was in west-central Illinois and I’ve been reading that the breaded pork tenderloin sandwich was either an Indiana thing or an Iowa thing. I’m not sure where Illinois fits in all…
Penne alla Vodka with Shrimp
Vodka sauce is one of my favorites and one that I don’t make often enough. This time I made it and threw in some gulf shrimp to make penne alla vodka sauce with shrimp. The vodka sauce is silky smooth and the shrimp in the vodka sauce is a perfect combination. Penne alla Vodka Sauce…
Easy Vegetarian Minestrone Soup
I’m about to garnish this vegetarian minestrone soup with fresh parmesan cheese. You could be doing the same in about 40 minutes! This is a kicked up version of your mundane minestrone soup and it’s so easy to make. I love easy, hearty recipes and this certainly fills the bill. It’s the perfect thing for…
Quick and Easy Extra Crispy Tortilla Wrap Pizza
Tortilla wrap pizza tastes just like a traditional pizza without all the work. No pizza dough to make and no baking involved. This pizza wrap recipe is perfect for pizza night. If your kids are into helping with cooking, this is perfect to let them get involved. In 10 minutes, you could be enjoying this extra-crispy…
Seared Beef Tenderloin Crostini Appetizer
Beef Tenderloin Crostini for an over-the-top appetizer which is perfect for the big game. You can treat your family and friends to a big-time flavor bomb. These individual Filet Mignon appetizers are sure to be a hit. This recipe post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. Beef Tenderloin Crostini This…
Creamy Chicken Marsala Recipe
Chicken Marsala is a pretty simple dish to make, but the flavor is over-the-top good. The creamy mushroom sauce made with Marsala wine and chicken broth surrounds the slightly breaded chicken cutlets. This is tasty and fancy enough to serve to company and easy enough to make for a weeknight meal. You can make this…
Chicken Orzo Casserole with Spinach
Chicken Orzo Casserole with fresh spinach and feta cheese is a delightful combination of flavors that everyone will love. This recipe has been one of my favorites for quite some time. And it is so easy to make. In about 40 minutes you could have this on the table. Perfect for any night of the…
Creamy and Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin Recipe
Creamy cauliflower gratin is a super tasty dish that you could serve with hot dogs or prime rib and everything in between. Perfect for a holiday meal. It’s got a crunchy panko and parmesan crust and buttery cream sauce made from the cauliflower core pieces. Cooking the Cauliflower I made this gratin on the stovetop…
Chewy Chocolate Cookies in 30 Minutes
30 minute dessert is that correct? Have I got your attention? That’s right…let’s get going! Crank the oven to 350° and let’s start baking these chewy chocolate cookies. These cookies are so good and fast you could start them right after supper for a dessert. Healthy Chocolate Cookies? You all know that dark chocolate has…
Shrimp and Sausage Stew Recipe
Shrimp and Italian Sausage Stew recipe is one of my favorites. When I want to impress someone with a ‘SPECIAL DINNER, I usually make this dish or I make my Creamy Tomato Bisque. THE BEST homemade soups and stews are the ones that knock your socks off with flavor. That’s why you make them, right?…
Easy One Skillet Chicken Enchilada Recipe
I’m always looking for fast, but good-tasting recipes, and this is one of those. This easy chicken enchilada skillet comes together in about 30 minutes give or take a few. One Skillet Chicken Enchiladas This is not one of those enchilada dishes that require you to wrap cheese and meat into the tortilla shells then…
Tender Beef Tips and Egg Noodles
Cool fall days are coming and it’s time for some comfort food. Tender beef tips and egg noodles fill the bill. Using beef stew meat and simmering it for a couple of hours makes it tender and succulent. Perfect for a fall evening. This post contains an affiliate link. See our privacy policy for details….
Easy Homemade Flour Tortillas
It’s easy to make your own homemade flour tortillas. It just takes 4 ingredients which you probably have on hand and some water. They are perfect for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas. Easy Homemade Flour Tortillas Easy because there are only 4 ingredients that you probably have in your cabinet, and they’re easy to make by…
Roasted (Baked) Fennel with Parmesan Cheese
Roasted fennel with grated parmesan makes a great fennel appetizer or side dish. It’s certain to add some excitement to your taste buds. This is a crunchy and cheesy delight. Disclaimer: This Post contains an Affiliate Link. Where To Find Fennel If you have a garden, you may be fortunate enough to grow some…
Best General Tso Chicken Recipe
This General Tso chicken recipe is so tasty and pretty simple to make. Chicken thigh meat is cut into bite-sized pieces and gets fried, then coated with a tangy sweet and sour sauce. Serve it on a bed of brown rice for an exceptional meal. This is just like the General Tso Chicken you can…