Author: Sarah

  • Homemade pecan tassies!

    INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus 1 tablespoon butter, melted One 3-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup all-purpose flour Nonstick cooking spray 1 large egg 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of fine salt 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped Directions: With an…

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    SHRIMP PASTA SALAD

    Shrimp Pasta Salad (Light, Creamy, and Perfect for Busy Days) There’s something about shrimp pasta salad that just feels a little more special than your average side dish. Maybe it’s the shrimp—it instantly makes things feel a bit elevated. Or maybe it’s the combination of creamy dressing, tender pasta, and crisp vegetables that somehow works…

  • BACON AND CHEESE QUICHE

    Ingredients : 5 green onions, chopped, divided 1 tomato, chopped, divided 12 slices Bacon 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 12 eggs 1/3 cup Light Sour Cream 1 cup 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese 1 cup 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Directions : Heat oven to 325ºF. Reserve 2 Tbsp. each onions and tomatoes. Cook bacon…

  • Shrimp and Mushroom Linguine with Creamy Cheese Herb Sauce

    Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/2 cup butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 package cream cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 3/4 teaspoon dried basil 2/3 cup boiling water 1/2 pound cooked shrimp Directions Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil….

  • CROCKPOT ORANGE CHICKEN

    I love orange chicken, YUMMM!! (SHARE to save to your wall to refer back to later!) Ingredients: 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced about 1/2-inch thick 2 large red or green bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. salt 1/2…

  • Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup

    Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup (The Cozy Soup Everyone Ends Up Asking About) There’s always that one recipe people try “just to be healthy”… and then keep making because it actually tastes good. This is that soup. Cabbage fat-burning soup has been floating around kitchens for years, and honestly, it’s easy to see why. It’s warm, filling,…

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    CROCK POT PEPPER STEAK

    Crock Pot Pepper Steak (The Cozy Slow Cooker Dinner That Practically Makes Itself) There’s something deeply comforting about a slow cooker meal. Maybe it’s the smell drifting through the house all afternoon, or maybe it’s knowing dinner is basically handled before the busy part of the day even starts. Either way, this Crock Pot Pepper…

  • Easy Homemade Chili

    Ingredients 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion , diced 2 pound lean ground beef 1 pound pork sausage 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes , undrained 4 cups tomato juice 1 cup ketchup 2 15 ounce cans pinto beans , undrained 16 ounce can can kidney beans , undrained…

  • Crock pot Chicken Cacciatore

    Prep Time  10 minutes Cook Time  4 hours Total Time  4 hours 10 minutes Course Main Course Cuisine  Italian Servings  8 Calories  270 Ingredients  6-8 chicken thighs  1 onion, roughly chopped  1/2 red or green pepper  2 cups mushrooms  1 cup sliced carrots  2 cups chopped zucchini  6 ounces tomato paste  28 ounces stewed tomatoes ( I use diced, you can use whole)  3-4 cloves garlic, minced  1 teaspoon oregano  2 teaspoons sugar  1/2 teaspoon salt  1/2 teaspoon pepper  2 tablespoons red wine (optional)  1 tablespoon chicken stock granules Instructions Combine…