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Main Course Soup

Tomato and Beef Macaroni Soup

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There’s just something so nostalgic about walking into the kitchen and catching the smell of beef and macaroni soup bubbling away on the stove. It always takes me straight back to chilly fall evenings—my brother and I trudging in after tackling leaf piles, faces all pink, just in time for Mom’s “hamburger soup.” There we’d be, cradling our steaming bowls, savoring every bite and trading stories about the day. Now, whenever I’m feeling a little worn out or the weather’s dreary, this is the recipe I pull out. It’s hearty, loaded with flavor, and somehow feels like wrapping yourself in …

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Slow Cooker Beef Brisket

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If there’s one dish that’s guaranteed to make my family come running to the table, it’s a slow-cooked, traditional beef brisket. There’s just something so cozy and satisfying about that tender, pull-apart beef swimming in rich, savory gravy, especially when the scent has been wafting through your kitchen all day. We’re talking about the ultimate comfort food here—like the kind my grandma used to serve on special Sundays, with everyone fighting for the end pieces (let’s be honest, those are the best). What I love most is that this brisket is practically effortless. You don’t need a culinary school degree, …

Side Dish

Southern Sweet Potato Casserole

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If you ask anyone in my family which side dish means it’s really, truly “holiday time,” they’ll holler Sweet Potato Casserole without missing a beat. It’s a dish we can’t imagine Thanksgiving—or honestly, any big family potluck—without. There’s just something about that dreamy, creamy sweet potato base and the crunchy pecan topping that makes you feel instantly cozy inside (my sister’s been caught eating it cold for breakfast, and she’s not even embarrassed). I’ve tweaked my recipe over the years, picking up little tricks from friends down South, but the basics stay classic: smooth mashed sweet potatoes, a pleasantly sweet …

Main Course

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

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I can say with total honesty that Salisbury steak is one of those dishes that makes me think of Sunday dinners with the family—maybe that’s because my mom would always make a big pot of it on slow, cozy afternoons when everyone was a little tired, a little hungry, and really just wanted something deeply comforting. And there’s something about seeing those juicy beef patties snuggled under a blanket of rich, savory mushroom gravy that makes my heart do a little happy dance. (Sometimes, I’ll sneak a taste of the gravy right out of the pot. Don’t tell.) What I …

Appetizer Soup

CAULIFLOWER SOUP

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Is there anything more soothing on a snowy day (or, let’s be honest, after a day where everything just kind of fell apart) than settling down with a big bowl of creamy cauliflower soup, homemade with love, spiked with a cozy touch of cheddar? This soup always takes me straight back to my mom’s kitchen—the windows fogged over, a pot bubbling away, and me lingering just close enough to sneak a bread dunk if she turned her back for a second. If you’ve ever felt like you need to be warmed from the inside out (which, let’s face it, is …

Main Course Side Dish

Crockpot Mac N Cheese

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This slow cooker mac and cheese recipe is exactly the kind of cozy, creamy classic that can turn any old Tuesday into something you honestly look forward to. I’m convinced there’s a certain magic that happens when a pot of pasta and cheese bubbles away all afternoon, filling your house with that rich, can’t-wait-to-eat aroma. You know what I’m talking about—the way it smells like comfort and home, and you just want to sneak a spoonful straight from the pot. If you’ve got hungry family or friends (or just get excited about leftovers), this recipe is basically calling your name. …

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Christmas Breakfast Casserole

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Christmas morning always stirs up a special sort of joy in my kitchen—and nothing brings everyone to the table faster than the smell of a cheesy, savory casserole baking away. I swear, even my sleepy teenagers wander down the stairs hoping for a slice before coffee kicks in! For years, it’s been our family’s tradition to kick off the holiday with this rich, cozy Christmas Breakfast Casserole. It’s loaded with tender breakfast sausage, gooey Cheddar, and toasty bread all bound together by a creamy egg mixture. The best part? You do all the heavy lifting the night before, so when …

Dessert

Raspberry Ripple Cheesecake Slice

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The first time I whipped up this Raspberry Ripple Cheesecake Slice, it was for one of those classic friends-and-family potlucks—flip flops, lawn chairs, clinking drinks, and at least three proud baked beans attempts. I parked this pretty slab right there on the table alongside all the BBQ and potato salads, and honestly, I just watched in pure delight as grown adults made polite excuses to cut themselves “just a little more.” That marbled, magenta raspberry swirl stops people in their tracks (and you’ve probably heard a few folks announce they “don’t really do desserts”… you know the type. Spoiler: they’ll …

Main Course

Slow Cooker Hot Tub Beer Brats

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In a lovingly slow-cooked way, this beer bath with its blend of soft beer, chicken broth, and the ennobling aroma of onions makes bratwurst tender and delicious. Bathed in garlic butter, bratwurst made deliciously juicy is infused with other rich flavors. The entire dish could be served from the slow cooker, or further flavors could be provided by adding caramelization in the skillet for an intensified taste. It’s the perfect potluck or soul food dinner- towed in one bowl, and wafts scent in the air. Why You’ll Love It By giving you over-the-top homemade tastiness without your lifting a finger, …

Main Course

Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

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There’s just something about grilling that brings people together, right? Whenever I make this juicy, caramelized Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, it feels a little like taking a vacation—without the stress of packing or flight delays (can I get an amen?). My go-to? Chicken thighs. They always turn out so tender and they drink up that sweet-savory teriyaki marinade like it’s a day at the spa. The best part is the sauce: soy, brown sugar, garlic, a splash of pineapple juice, and a good whack of fresh ginger. It’s got all those big, sunny flavors and makes my kitchen smell like …