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Looking for a hearty, flavorful dish that comes together in no time? This Sausage & Broccoli Pasta is the perfect meal to satisfy your cravings for something savory and comforting. With a rich, creamy sauce that’s brightened by lemon zest and fresh basil, every bite is a burst of flavor. The star of the dish is the spicy Italian sausage (or turkey sausage for a lighter twist), perfectly paired with tender broccoli and a generous amount of melty mozzarella. Toss in some freshly grated Pecorino Romano and you’ve got yourself a deliciously creamy, cheesy pasta that’s sure to become a family favorite! Let’s dive into this easy recipe that will quickly become a staple in your weeknight dinner rotation. The recipe can be found here. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions.  Reserve 2 cups of pasta … Continue reading

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I recently made a batch of Creamy Beef and Shells and was told “I’d eat this again” and “I could lick the bowl” in the same sitting so I’ll take that as a win!  If you’ve never had Creamy Beef and Shells, it’s essentially a twist on classic macaroni and cheese.  It has lots of flavor and is a very hearty, comfort food, that is perfect for picky eaters because it will satisfy any taste buds.  There really isn’t a lot to this dish and you probably have most of the ingredients on hand already so it’s a great pantry meal. The recipe can be found here. Start by heating 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or deep pot over medium heat.  Add the beef and cook until completely cooked through, crumbling as it cooks, about 6-7 minutes.  Add the salt, pepper, and onion powder and stir to … Continue reading

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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is my newest weeknight recipe that your family will love!  It’s a filling and delicious pasta that comes together in about 30 minutes.  It’s rich, creamy, a little spicy, and packed with wonderful ingredients.  I will admit…when I was originally working on this recipe it was going to be soup, not pasta, but plans changed, and soup just wasn’t in the cards that night.  I blame the noodles for absorbing so much of the liquid that would have been yummy soup, but the recipe still turned into something great, and we had a lovely pasta dinner.  One thing I love to do is play around with recipes so even though my original plan didn’t work out, I was able to recover and still serve dinner.  Has that ever happened to you? The recipe can be found here. Start by seasoning both sides of the chicken tenders with Cajun seasoning.  I like to use tenders because … Continue reading

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