This simple chicken stew comes together in just one pot, swaps rice for orzo, and is brightened up with lemon juice for a lemony twist on the classic chicken and rice soup. There’s something so comforting about a bowl of chicken stew or soup simmering away as the savory aromas […]
Author: Heidi L
Asparagus Risotto With Leeks and Peas
This asparagus risotto is loaded with asparagus, leeks, and peas brightened up with lemon and fresh herbs, and made extra creamy with Parmesan and mascarpone cheeses. Risotto is a special dish. It takes a bit longer to make than your average rice or pasta dish, but the payoff is always […]
The Best Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
This cinnamon rolls recipe makes the most perfectly fluffy, pillowy cinnamon rolls I’ve ever had, slathered with a sublime, buttery cream cheese frosting. I’ve always had high standards when it came to cinnamon rolls. I’ve tried many recipes over the years, trying to find the perfect recipe. Well, folks, that […]
Corned Beef and Cabbage (Crock Pot or Instant Pot)
This easy corned beef and cabbage features fork-tender, fall-apart chunks of beef thanks to braising it in the Crock Pot or Instant Pot with beer and vegetables for an unbelievably delicious one-pot dinner. Each spring as the pansies peek through the snow and college basketball’s March Madness plays through the […]
The Best Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
This traditional shepherd’s pie recipe is made with a savory ground beef and veggie filling and topped with fluffy, buttery, cheesy mashed potatoes for the ultimate Irish comfort food dinner. I’m a big fan of all-in-one comfort food dishes, like this hearty shepherd’s pie recipe. With protein, veggies, and starch […]
How to Make the Best Minestrone Soup
My Grandma’s easy, traditional minestrone soup recipe is one of the healthiest vegetable-heavy soups you’ll make, and it tastes far better than any of those Olive Garden minestrone soup copycat recipes thanks to the secret ingredient in the savory broth. There’s nothing like beloved core family recipes from your childhood. […]