Tasty Recipes for the Home Cook

Cheesy Linguica and Potato Bake
Breakfast Main Dish One-Pot Meals Pork

Cheesy Linguica and Potato Bake

This Cheesy Linguica and Potato Bake has ground Portuguese linguica, tender potatoes, and gooey shredded cheese. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time of day.  This post was updated with new images on September 2023. The original content remains unchanged. If you never knew canned sliced potatoes existed, I’m here to vouch that it does! Canned potatoes are convenient, easy to use, …

Beef and Gnocchi Stew
Beef Budget-Friendly Meals Main Dish One-Pot Meals Slow Cooked Soup

Beef and Gnocchi Stew

Beef stew gets a makeover with gnocchi! This Beef and Gnocchi Stew is a hearty and comforting meal that your entire family will love! One of the best jobs I have ever had was as an usher at a concert arena after I graduated from high school. I continued to work there every summer while attending college. It was a fun job with lasting memories. …

Garlic Rosemary Chicken with Lemony Orzo
Budget-Friendly Meals Chicken / Poultry Main Dish One-Pot Meals Pasta

Garlic Rosemary Chicken with Lemony Orzo

Garlic Rosemary Chicken with Lemony Orzo is a pasta dish with an Italian flair. This family-friendly, one-skillet meal could be on the dinner table in less than one hour (including marinating time). For a sweet treat, serve this easy and delicious Chocolate Crazy Cake for dessert! We have been on a boneless, skinless chicken thigh kick lately in my household. Some in the refrigerator needed to be …

One-Pot Cheesy Chicken and Gnocchi
Budget-Friendly Meals Chicken / Poultry Main Dish One-Pot Meals

One-Pot Cheesy Chicken and Gnocchi

This delicious One-Pot Cheesy Chicken and Gnocchi is a perfect quick and easy dinner for a busy weeknight. This 30-minute meal is going to be a staple on my menu. This delicious one-pot chicken and gnocchi dish will be a regular on my menu. Quick and easy meals will be a necessity in my household….and there is a good reason why. I am very happy to …

One Pot Sausage Brussels Sprouts and Cavatappi
Budget-Friendly Meals Main Dish One-Pot Meals Pasta Pork

One Pot Sausage Brussels Sprouts and Cavatappi

One Pot Sausage Brussels Sprouts and Cavatappi is an easy weeknight dinner for the entire family. Sweet Italian sausage, Brussels sprouts, cavatappi, and mozzarella come together for a hearty and delicious meal. Hi all! It’s been an eventful 1 1/2 week in my neck of the woods. We got buried in 50+ inches of snow in two separate storms, then I saw this awesome concert …

Thai Coconut Soup
Asian Inspired Budget-Friendly Meals Chicken / Poultry Main Dish One-Pot Meals Soup

Thai Coconut Soup

This Thai Coconut Soup is simple yet flavorful. Coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, ginger, lemongrass, lime juice,  sugar,  and fish sauce work in unison to provide subtle yet sophisticated flavors. So, I worked on this recipe to the point where I am finally confident in sharing it with the rest of the world. One of my daycare parents asked if I would make a Thai Coconut …

Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup
Asian Inspired Budget-Friendly Meals Fish / Seafood Light and Healthy Main Dish One-Pot Meals Pasta Pork Soup

Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup

Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup is a fantastic combination and makes this soup substantial and comforting without being heavy. Options for making the broth from scratch or using store-bought are provided. Hello, dear readers! I am starting today’s blog post with a confession. What is that saying…never admit you made a mistake in the kitchen. Well, I am afraid that I will have to fess …

Healthy Turkey Meatball and Kale Soup
Budget-Friendly Meals Chicken / Poultry Light and Healthy Main Dish One-Pot Meals Soup

Healthy Turkey Meatball and Kale Soup

This Healthy Turkey Meatball and Kale Soup is delicious and nutritious. The meatballs contain hidden veggies. The soup is packed with kale, vegetables, and just enough pasta to satisfy the carb craving. When I find myself upgrading to my loose jeans, it’s time to work my way back to my “skinny” jeans. And it’s time to add this soup to my diet. The intent is …