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Turkey Goulash

Feb 25, 2021

Turkey Goulash – classic goulash made with ground turkey! Pasta in a rich tomato sauce, all cooked in one pot!

Originally published January 20, 2010. Updated February 25, 2021.

I love really simple pasta dishes. They make dinner quick and easy and I know no one is going to fuss about them.

Dishes like this turkey goulash or Sour Cream Noodle Bake are staples in my house because they’re both simple and delicious.

This is classic American goulash but it’s made with ground turkey instead of beef. It’s the turkey and macaroni noodles in in a quick and easy tomato sauce.

Did I mention it’s all cooked in one pot in less than 30 minutes?!

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Kool Aid Pickles

Feb 20, 2021

Kool Aid Pickles – pickles soaked in Kool Aid to make the best sweet and sour snack! A fun, easy project for kids and a snack everyone will love.

It has been a week in Texas, you guys.

We got about 5 inches of snow, spent 3 days in freezing temps without power, can’t find gas or milk anywhere.

I would like to move somewhere tropical, please.

The good news is that I put these Kool Aid Pickles in the fridge literally the day before we lost power and managed to keep them cool until the power came back.

Yes, I did travel with 3 kids, 4 dogs, and a jar of pickles when we finally gave in and went to stay with family who had power. Totally normal.

You have to try these if you’ve never had one! They’re a great, easy project for kids and they are a delicious sweet and sour snack for all ages!

And you need to try my Dill Pickle Chex Mix and Dill Pickle Dip if you love pickles as much as I do!

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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

Feb 11, 2021

Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs – meatballs cooked with onions and mushrooms in a delicious savory sauce! All cooked in the slow cooker and it starts with frozen meatballs to make it even easier. Such a great weeknight dinner!

I love taking frozen meatballs and turning them into a delicious, easy dinner. Some days you just don’t have the time and energy for homemade meatballs, you know?

These and Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs are favorites in my house and get requested constantly! And I love them because they both start with frozen meatballs which makes my day so much easier!

Starting with frozen meatballs means I can get all the ingredients in the slow cooker in minutes and then I don’t have to think about dinner again for hours.

I also have a recipe for a delicious Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak if you’re in the mood for the classic instead of meatballs!

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Spicy Ranch Saltines

Feb 09, 2021

Spicy Ranch Saltines – these are such an addictive snack! Saltines crackers coated in buttery spicy ranch sauce and baked until crispy.

You guys, these are my new favorite thing.

I don’t even like ranch that much but I’m obsessed with these crackers. Like grabbing handfuls every time I walk through the kitchen.

They are the tiny Saltine crackers coated in a buttery spicy ranch mixture and then they get baked until the crackers are extra crispy. I’m telling you, you won’t be able to stop! They’d also be great for a party or a fun addition to a cheese board.

If you’re a ranch person, this Cheesy Ranch Chex Mix should probably be added to your plans this week!

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Classic Cheese Ball – Easy Cheese Ball

Feb 08, 2021

Classic Cheese Ball – easy cheese ball recipe made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, parsley, and rolled in chopped pecans! Perfect appetizer for a party or holiday dinner.

I love cheese balls. Whether it’s a classic cheese ball like this one or an Everything Cheese Ball or Bacon Cheese Ball – I love them all!

They just make the perfect appetizer for a holiday party or watching football or just hanging out with your family!

This Classic Cheese Ball is just like the name says: a classic! It’s cream cheese and cheddar cheese mixed with herbs and spices and rolled in pecans. You can serve it with crackers or sliced carrots and celery – whatever you want!

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Beef Jerky for Dogs

Jan 31, 2021

Homemade Beef Jerky for Dogs – the easiest dog treat you will ever make! Thinly sliced beef baked super low until it’s jerky. My dogs go crazy for this and it’s so much cheaper than store-bought jerky.

Y’all know by now that I love making homemade dog treats but I especially love making homemade jerky for the dogs because it is THE EASIEST thing ever to make.

This beef jerky recipe and the chicken jerky are both only 1 ingredient: just the meat!

If you’ve ever bought jerky for your dogs, you know how expensive it is. I made this batch (about 2 pounds of meat) for 8 bucks!

And the dogs go crazy for it. I’m pretty sure they like jerky better than any of treat!

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Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders

Jan 29, 2021

Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders – the easiest way to serve burgers to a crowd! Everything you love about burgers on Hawaiian rolls and covered in the most delicious glaze!

Originally published June 27, 2017. Updated January 29, 2021.

I think if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that Hawaiian rolls are a top 10 food. Like I’ve never met a person who doesn’t love Hawaiian rolls.

We use them as a side for Thanksgiving, we make every day sandwiches with them, and we love, love, love making baked sliders like these or Sloppy Joe Sliders on them!

These Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders are made on those Hawaiian rolls and they’re layered with cheddar cheese and a meat mixture that includes chopped pickles, ketchup, mustard, everything you love about burgers!

And then they’re topped with a buttery glaze and sesame seeds before they’re baked until golden brown!

They’re so delicious and always a hit!

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Maple BBQ Sloppy Joes

Jan 27, 2021

Maple BBQ Sloppy Joes – the most delicious turkey sloppy joes! The sauce has just a hint of sweetness and they are extra delicious with cheddar cheese on top.

Originally posted August 4, 2015 – updated January 27, 2021

I went back in my archives to update an old post today because these Maple BBQ Sloppy Joes were a dinner favorite years and years ago. We were all obsessed with them and I’d even double the recipe so we’d have enough for lunch the next day!

You really can’t beat how fast and easy they are. Seriously, there’s nothing easier than browning meat, stirring together a sauce, and putting it on a bun.

They are scrumptious! I love my sloppy joes a little bit sweet and the maple gave just the right amount of sweetness. Plus, for whatever reason, the cheddar on top made them even yummier. Maple and cheddar? I don’t know either but it works.

I’ll definitely be making them on a regular basis now again!

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Dill Pickle Dip

Jan 13, 2021

Dill Pickle Dip – creamy dip full of chopped dill pickles and fresh dill. Serve it with potato chips or vegetables for the perfect snack or appetizer!

We are obsessed with all things dill pickle in my house.

I can’t tell you how many times I made my Dill Pickle Chex Mix this summer – at least 10 times!

This Dill Pickle Dip is a cool and creamy dip filled with fresh dill and chopped dill pickles. You can serve it with potato chips, crackers, pretzels, fresh vegetables, pretty much whatever you want!

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Garlic Bacon Fries

Jan 12, 2021

This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Kraft Heinz/Georgia-Pacific^®.

Football season looks a little bit different this year, huh? Instead of having people over to watch the games, it’s just been me and the boys all season.

But just because the football party is smaller this year doesn’t mean you need to skimp on the snacks! After all, snacks are the main reason I watch football.

These Garlic Bacon Fries are a great snack to put out for the fam during the game because who doesn’t love cheesy fries with bacon?! And also, they’re really easy so you won’t miss too much of the game while you’re preparing them!

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Pistachio Marshmallow Salad

Jan 11, 2021

Pistachio Marshmallow Salad – light and fluffy fruit salad made with Cool Whip, pistachio pudding, pineapple, and marshmallows. It’s the BEST fruit salad!

Okay, we’re using the word “salad” very loosely here.

My kids love stuff like this. What kid wouldn’t love a fruit salad full of marshmallows?!

And I love it because it’s so easy. You just stir everything together and let it sit for a couple hours in the fridge. So it’s great for a party or holiday where you know you’ll be really busy preparing a million other things.

I also have a regular Marshmallow Fruit Salad if you aren’t super into pistachio!

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Top 10 Recipes of 2020

Dec 30, 2020

The Top 10 most popular recipes of 2020! Everything from sweets to side dishes to homemade dog treats!

Hi guys! I can’t believe this weird year is finally over.

I wanted to share the most popular recipes of the year before we move onto new recipes in January. These are all NEW recipes for this year so you won’t see my real most popular posts (Chicken and Wild Rice Soup!) on this list. These are all brand new.

I hope you have a wonderful new year and I look forward to sharing so much more in 2021!

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Buckeye Fudge

Dec 15, 2020

Buckeye Fudge – rich peanut butter fudge topped with a layer of chocolate ganache! It’s like the buckeye candies in fudge form. Super easy recipe, made completely in the microwave!

Don’t you love those buckeye candies? You know the peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate?

I love them. Love, love, love them. You know what I don’t like? Dipping a million peanut butter balls in chocolate.

This fudge tastes just like buckeye candies but there’s no dipping in chocolate!

It’s a rich peanut butter fudge with a crunch from chopped peanuts, topped with a chocolate ganache. All the cooking is done completely int he microwave and it is so easy!

They’ll make a great addition to your holiday cookie tins!

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Peanut Butter Saltine Toffee

Dec 11, 2020

Peanut Butter Saltine Toffee – the classic saltine toffee with a peanut butter layer! So easy and delicious – Santa is going to love them!

Originally posted December 16, 2014. Updated December 11, 2020.

Peanut Butter Saltine Toffee is one of my favorite holiday treats. We make it every year because it is quick and easy, uses really simple ingredients, and everyone loves it!

It’s layers of crispy saltine crackers coated in butter and brown sugar (and baked to create the toffee part), peanut butter, and chocolate. All topped with cute holiday sprinkles! Perfect for holiday cookie tins or to leave out for Santa!

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