Dinner

Let Me Tell You About Birria Tacos (And How I Learned To Make Them) Alright, so listen—Birria Tacos with Consommé Dip are not just tacos. They're the sort of meal that gets you a little messy, makes your kitchen smell incredible for hours, and (if you're anything like me) gets your neighbors peeking over the …

Birria Tacos for Folks Who Want Flavor, Not Fuss Okay, let me tell you how I stumbled into the world of birria tacos. It started with a neighbor dropping off a massive bag of dried chiles (seriously, who even needs this many?) and me, on a rainy Saturday, attempting to copy something I'd had at …

Let Me Tell You About These Cheesy Birria Enchiladas If you’ve ever wished you could wrap up everything good about birria tacos and a gooey enchilada into one big, melty, oven-baked hug—well, friend, that’s exactly what I did here (probably on a chilly Tuesday night when my brain was fried and I needed dinner to …

Let Me Tell You About My Obsession With Chalupas Okay, so you know when you get a weird craving out of nowhere, usually late at night, for something crispy, chewy, kinda greasy but in the best way? For me, that's always a Chalupa Supreme form Taco Bell. It's like my brain says, "You know what …

Let’s Talk About This Crispy Mexican Pizza (Taco Bell Style) Alright, so you know those nights when you really just want takeout but your wallet is giving you the side-eye? That’s how I first ended up making this at home. I’d just watched a rerun of that classic Taco Bell commercial (you know the one—tiny …

You Know When You Just Need That One Classic? Oh, the memories tied up in the humble Joe Ground Beef Sandwich! If I’m being honest, this was the first "fancy" hot sandwich I learned to make after moving out on my own (not counting the tragic canned-spaghetti-on-toast phase). I used to think it was just …

Hey, Quick Dinners Are My Weak Spot Okay, so let me just say: if dinner had to be ready in fifteen minutes or less every night, this would probably be in my top three most-cooked meals. I remember the first time I made these rotisserie chicken tostadas—it was one of those nights when the fridge …

Let Me Tell You About This Street Corn Chicken and Rice Bowl Okay, friend, so I’m a little obsessed with street corn. In my twenties, I tried it at this janky food cart in Austin (shoutout to those late-night cravings!). Ever since, I’ve been trying to wrangle those flavors into, well, anything. Tacos, salads, heck, …

So, I’ve Got This BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Wraps Thing… Alright, so hear me out—BBQ chicken coleslaw wraps (easy!) are kind of a lifesaver in my kitchen, especially on days when the thought of preheating the oven makes me want to run for the hills (or at least order takeout). The first time I made these, …

Let Me Tell You About These Cheesy Crack Burgers… Okay, so I have to start by saying: if you’ve never had a burger nearly collapse under the weight of cheese, crispy bits, and just a hint of mischief, you’re in for a treat. One weekend, I was trying to impress my cousin Jake. He’s one …

Let Me Tell You About This Creamy Skillet (and the Time I Nearly Burned It) Okay, so, you know those nights where you just want something cozy but can't be fussed to do a million dishes? That's exactly how this creamy asiago chicken gnocchi skillet came into my life. The first time I made it, …

Let's Talk About Marry Me Tortellini with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce I swear, if I could marry a pasta dish, this might be The One. The first time I made Marry Me Tortellini with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce was after a wild day at work—my brain fried, my patience thin, and my hunger? Off the charts. It …

Let Me Tell You About This One Pot Cowboy Casserole Bake Okay, so you know those days when you stare blankly into the fridge and just hope the dinner fairies will whip something up for you? Yeah, that's basically how this One Pot Cowboy Casserole Bake came to be in my kitchen. I first made …

Let Me Tell You About These Cheesy Mississippi Mud Potatoes Alright, friend, settle in. If you’ve ever been to one of my backyard cookouts, you’ve probably already been coaxed into taking a second helping of these Cheesy Mississippi Mud Potatoes (Baked). I swear, they disappear faster than sweet tea on a hot day. The first …

Let Me Tell You About These Honey Mustard Chicken Wraps Alright, so here's the story—I first made these honey mustard chicken wraps with bacon on a night when, honestly, I was just too tired (read: lazy) to fuss with a big dinner. I had this leftover grilled chicken in the fridge, a pack of wraps, …

Let Me Tell You About This Ziti (Spoiler: It’s Real Cheesy) Alright, so you know how some days you just want to eat something that’s basically a warm hug in a dish? That’s what this Three Cheese Baked Ziti Casserole is for me. The first time I made it, I accidentally grabbed the wrong baking …

Confession: I Was Late to the Feta and Tomato Pasta Party Okay, so you know when everyone on the internet is raving about something and you just... ignore it for, like, a year? That was me with feta and tomato pasta—the TikTok kind. I swear, every third video was someone smashing a block of feta …

This Cajun Shrimp and Grits Skillet Recipe Just Feels Like Home Let me tell you, nothing fills my kitchen with more excitement (and, honestly, a bit of chaos) than when I decide to whip up my Cajun Shrimp and Grits Skillet. The first time I tried making this, my grits were lumpy, and my shrimp …

Pull up a Chair, Y'all—Let's Talk Dressing I always say, if you want a real taste of Southern comfort, you’ve gotta try my cornbread dressing with gravy—just like my Aunt Ruth used to make. She was the kind of lady who never measured, just tossed bits here and there, and somehow it always turned out …

Let Me Tell You About This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake Alright, so, let me set the scene: it's one of those days where everyone is hungry (like, hangry hungry), I've just realized we have half a leftover rotisserie chicken and some sad celery lurking in the fridge, and I do not feel like washing a …

Let’s Talk About My Odd Love for Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups I’ll be honest, the first time I tried making zucchini lasagna roll-ups, it was because I’d gone a bit wild at the summer farmers’ market and came home with what can only be described as a ridiculous amount of zucchini. I mean, my fridge was …

Let Me Tell You About My Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs So, picture this: it's a Tuesday (or was it Thursday? honestly who knows anymore), and I've just had one of those days where the only thing keeping me going is the thought of dinner. That was the night I, in a moment of …

Alright, You Ready for Some Cheesy Comfort? I can't even count how many times I've made this Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole (Easy Side)—I mean, it's basically my go-to when I want something cozy but don’t have the patience for fancy cooking. I still remember the first time I made it, I was out of cheddar …

Okay, Let’s Talk Tomato Soup (and Grilled Cheese!) Let me tell you, there’s just something about creamy tomato basil soup with grilled cheese that basically turns any gloomy day into a warm hug. I can still hear the rain from last Tuesday, the kind that smacks the windows, and I’m hustling to get dinner ready …

Let Me Tell You About This Salad (Story Time) Okay, so picture this: it’s late June, my neighbor’s dog is barking at the mailman (again), and I’m standing by my grill, flipping steak and trying not to burn my eyebrows off. I first whipped up this Grilled Balsamic Steak Salad with Arugula on a whim, …

Let Me Tell You About This Shrimp Thing… Alright, first things first—this air fryer garlic butter shrimp recipe didn’t even exist in my house until my third failed attempt at a “quick” seafood dinner because, let’s face it, shrimp can zoom from perfect to little rubber bands in about the time it takes to find …

Alright, Let’s Talk About This Apple Butter Chicken You ever get a craving for something cozy but also want to feel a bit fancy on a Wednesday night? That’s when I whip out this Sweet and Savory Apple Butter Chicken recipe. First time I made it, it was by accident—tried to use up an open …

Let Me Tell You About This Orzo Thing So, here's the deal: I stumbled on this One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Bake one totally frazzled Thursday night, right after work, when I’d already burned (slightly) a grilled cheese and was feeling about as motivated as a sloth in July. The fridge had half a head …

If You've Never Tried These Low Carb Stuffed Peppers, You're Missing Out (Probably!) Alright, friend, let me tell you—stuffed bell peppers are an old standby in my kitchen. I still remember the first time I tried to make them in my college apartment; I had zero clue what I was doing, but a craving is …

So, About This Chicken Tzatziki Casserole (Easy Bake)... Let me tell you, the first time I threw together this Chicken Tzatziki Casserole, I was running late (no surprise there), and the fridge situation was... let's just say, not pretty. You know when you're standing there with chicken thighs in one hand, a half-eaten cucumber in …

So, About This Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole… Alright, let me just say: if you ever find yourself staring into the abyss of your fridge at 5:30 PM, wondering if you can get away with cereal for dinner (again), this dump and bake meatball casserole is your get-out-of-jail-free card. I tried it for the first …

Let Me Tell You About My Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake You know how there's always that one recipe you end up making way more than you planned? Honestly, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake Recipe is the one for me. I still remember the first time I threw it together; my brother barged into the kitchen, …

Let's Talk About Why I Love This Creamy Tomato Gnocchi So, if I'm being honest (which I usually am, sometimes to my own detriment), this creamy tomato gnocchi with parmesan is my weeknight lifesaver. You know those days when the weather is dreary, and you just want something that feels like a hug, but you're …

Let Me Tell You About This Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet (And That One Time I Forgot the Cheese) Alright, so picture this: it’s 6:30 pm, the kids are howling (not literally, but you get me), and you’re staring into the fridge like it might offer up miracles. Been there too many times to count. That’s exactly …

Let Me Tell You About This Baked Garlic Butter Chicken So, I’ve made this chicken more times than I care to admit. It's one of those dishes that accidentally became my “signature” (probably because I keep forgetting to buy other proteins). I still remember the first time I made it—my oven was acting up, the …

If You're Hungry and Want Something Fun... Alright, so let me tell you, this spicy chicken quesadilla with sour cream recipe is what I call my "Thursday night rescue". The kind of thing I pull together when my brain's fried, the fridge is kind of sad, and I just want to eat something that feels …

Pull Up a Chair: Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, My Way Alright, friend—if you’ve ever found yourself standing in your kitchen with a package of chicken, a can of beans, and absolutely no idea what’s for dinner, you are in very good company. I think the very first time I made this Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, …

Okay, so picture this: it’s a stormy Tuesday, everyone’s cranky (including me), and the only thing that might save dinner is my not-so-secret weapon—chicken pot pie. Now, I’ve made this more times than I can count, sometimes with a glass of wine in hand (sometimes with two). And you know what? It always brings the …

Let's Talk Tacos (and Why I Can't Stop Making These) So, let me be straight with you right off the bat: these Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos have totally saved my bacon on more than a few hungry weeknights. The first time I threw them together, I was basically scavenging my fridge for something—anything—that …

Let Me Tell You About Cheesy Taco Potatoes with Ground Beef Okay, so you know those nights when you just want something hearty, simple, and full of flavor—like, the kind of dish that makes you look forward to leftovers (if there are any)? That’s exactly what Cheesy Taco Potatoes with Ground Beef is for me. …