Spicy Sausage and Sweet Potato Soup

       Am I the only person that lets the weather determine the menu? I had every intention of making pasta for dinner then, BAM, here comes the rain.   Almost immediately, pasta was out, and soup was in. But what kind of soup? Making a grocery run was out of the question, so if the ingredients …

Heartbreak Baked Ziti

Ever have that type of day when you kinda feel down in the dumps? What about those days when you get stuck in a nostalgia state and suddenly think about that person from your past? You know, the one you really shouldn’t be thinking about? Yea. I know that feeling too. Let me fill you …

Crock Pot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

I have been running on limited hours of sleep all week so it’s no surprise that I am in full-blown soup mode. I feel so out of whack when I am not getting my full 8 hours. Nothing kick starts me back into my old self like a steaming bowl of soupy goodness. In my …

Easy Ramen Noodles

For the past week or two, I have been craving ramen. When I say ramen, don’t think the 30 cent quick ramen noodles that are packed with tons of sodium. Instead, think of restaurant quality Japanese noodle soup loaded with all of my favorite veggies. Seriously, yum! Unfortunately for me, the nearest ramen eatery is …

Instant Pot Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Looking for the perfect cozy meal for your Fall and Winter nights? Look no further than my Red Wine Braised Short Rips recipe. This recipe is fancy enough for a holiday dinner but requires little leg work to get a restaurant-quality meal.  What kind of red wine should I use for braised short ribs? You …

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Nothing combats cold weather snuffles like a nice steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup. My recipe puts a fun spin on the classic cozy-weather dish by adding a bit of cayenne pepper for a nice spicy kick and a hint of lemon juice for a unique citrusy finish. Crank up the multicooker and let’s get …

Mouthwatering Italian Meatballs in Pasta Sauce

Indulge your taste buds by rolling up a batch of my incredible and savory  Italian meatballs. This recipe is bursting with aromatic herbs and perfectly seasoned ground meat.These meatballs are sure to become a fan favorite. Whether served as an appetizer with thick crusty bread or added to your favorite pasta dish, these delicious meatballs …