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Mongolian Ground Beef and Vegetables
March 6, 2026

Mongolian Ground Beef and Vegetables

Craving a comforting meal that’s quick and delicious? Try this Easy Mongolian Ground Beef and Noodles recipe! With simple ingredients and a prep time of just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying weekend dinner. Enjoy the savory flavor of beef combined …

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The Best Homemade Fettuccine Alfredo
February 27, 2026

The Best Homemade Fettuccine Alfredo

This easy and delicious Fettuccine Alfredo is made in just 30 minutes, perfect for a quick dinner that everyone will love.

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Taco Soup Recipe
February 19, 2026

Taco Soup Recipe

This Taco Soup recipe recreates the flavors of beef tacos into a hearty and warm soup. It’s a one-pot, 30-minute meal that everyone will love!

Celina Swartz

Taco Soup Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1lb Ground beef
  • 1 Small onion diced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 3 cups Beef broth
  • 2 Cans of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilis with their juice, original or spicy
  • 15oz 1 Can beans, pinto or black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 15oz 1 Can of corn, drained, or 1 cup frozen corn

Method
 

  1. In a dutch oven over medium heat and add oil. Add ground beef and onion and sauté, breaking it up with a spatula for 6-7 minutes or until beef is browned.
  2. Add tomato paste, minced garlic, and all the seasonings, then sauté for another minute.
    Add beef broth, Rotel diced tomatoes with their juice, drained beans, and drained corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, partially cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
    Serve with your favorite toppings. ENJOY!

Notes

Toppings: Avocado, diced Jalapeño Peppers, shredded cheese, Sour Cream, Cilantro, and tortilla strips. 
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Jalapeño Popper Puff Pastry Twists
February 7, 2026

Jalapeño Popper Puff Pastry Twists

These easy Jalapeño Popper Puff Pastry twists take less than 30 minutes to make, are super flaky, and are a perfect game-day appetizer!

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Rotel Dip
January 30, 2026

Rotel Dip

This cheesy 3-ingredient Rotel queso dip recipe is super easy and perfect for holiday gatherings, game day, or just because! 

Appetizer
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Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
January 9, 2026

Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

This easy Shepherd’s Pie recipe is the ultimate cozy comfort food — savory beef, tender veggies, and fluffy mashed potatoes baked until golden and bubbly. It’s hearty, nourishing, and perfect for those busy nights.

Celina Swartz

Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner, Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Topping:

  • 6 Potatoes
  • 1 Stick butter
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 tsp Salt and Pepper

For the Pie Filling:

  • 1lb Ground beef
  • 1 Small onion, diced
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Flour
  • 1 tbsp Minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 12oz Bag of Frozen Vegetables
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Method
 

How to Make Potatoes:

  1. Peel, wash, and chop potatoes into small pieces. Boil the potatoes until they are fork tender. Drain the water from the potatoes and add butter, milk, and season with salt and pepper. Then mash until smooth.

How to Make the Filling:

  1. Preheat oven to 375˚F with a rack in the center. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil then ground beef and diced onion. Breaking up the beef with a spatula and cook until meat is just cooked through and no longer pink.
    Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
  2. Sprinkle with 2 Tbsp flour and stir for 1 minute.
    Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and frozen vegetables and let cook for about 10 minutes.

How to Assemble Shepherd’s Pie:

  1. Transfer meat and veggie mixture to a deep pie dish or 11×7 or 9×9 casserole dish. Then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  2. Scoop mashed potatoes over the top then spread evenly, making sure to seal the potatoes to the edge of the dish so the filling doesn’t bubble up.
  3. Place a sheet of foil under the casserole to catch any drips and bake at 375˚F on the center rack for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes start to turn golden. Cool 15 minutes before serving. ENJOY!
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American Goulash
January 1, 2026

American Goulash

This Classic American Goulash is a hearty dinner made with simple ingredients. Its the perfect one-pot comfort meal!

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M&M Christmas Cookies
December 12, 2025

M&M Christmas Cookies

These fun and festive cookies are super easy, made with all those pretty red and green M&M’s in every delightful soft and chewy cookie bite! A perfect Christmas cookie for the Holidays!

Desserts
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Hawaiian Roll French Toast
December 9, 2025

Hawaiian Roll French Toast

These Hawaiian Roll French Toast are such a fun twist on traditional french toast! Only takes about 30 minutes to make and are crispy, soft, fluffy, and guaranteed everyone will love! 

Celina Swartz

Hawaiian Roll French Toast

Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Packet of Sweet Hawaiian Rolls (12 rolls)
  • 3 Eggs
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups Milk
  • 3 tbsp Butter, divided
  • Maple syrup for dipping
  • powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bow, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
    Heat a large pan over medium-low heat. Add a little bit of butter. If the pan is too hot, the butter will burn so make sure it's not too high.
    Dip each Hawaiian Roll in the egg mixture for about 15-20 seconds and place on the pan.
  2. Cook for about 2 minutes, then turn each one over and repeat so every side of the roll gets golden brown and crispy. Take off the pan and repeat with the rest of the Hawaiian Rolls.
    Sprinkle with powdered sugar and dip into maple syrup. ENJOY!
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Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
December 6, 2025

Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

Make this easy biscuits and gravy casserole for your next holiday or brunch gathering, it will definitely be a hit! With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a hearty casserole ready to go in the oven.

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