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This Black Bean Hummus is all made in the blender with just a few simple ingredients. I love to serve mine topped with red pepper flakes and tortilla chips or raw veggies for dipping. I will be the first to admit that I really am not a big fan of beans. Something about a small little mushy food just don't sound good to me. My husband, on the other hand, loves them! He is always telling me that I need to make more for him. Even though I am a … [Read more...]
Nachos are one of the best appetizers! These Loaded Nacho Fries are loaded with ground beef, salsa, and topped with my favorite nacho toppings. Make sure this is on the menu for your next get together. Loaded Nacho FriesNot much beats a big plate full of nachos! Nachos have been a favorite of my husbands since I have known him. When we have people over to watch a game I usually make sheet pan nachos. Just chips piled with seasoned ground … [Read more...]
These Slow Cooker Asian Meatballs make the perfect appetizer or dinner recipe. Everyone in my family loved this recipe! It's so simple to make, just add the ingredients to your slow cooker and walk away until dinner time. Slow Cooker Asian MeatballsWho doesn't love a good meatball? My kids love them, my husband loves them, and I love them. These Slow Cooker Asian Meatballs not only make the perfect dinner but also the perfect party … [Read more...]
These Baked Chicken Wings are simple to make and full of flavor. They are seasoned to work perfectly with any dip or sauce you enjoy, we even like eating them as is. What sauce will you add to your wings?Baked Chicken WingsI love these Baked Chicken Wings! My husband and I usually disagree on the types of wings to make. I love the spice and buffalo is my favorite, the hotter the better. On the other hand, my husband is more of a mild BBQ … [Read more...]
This Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole is so simple to make. With just three simple ingredients plus your seasonings, it's a recipe that is quick to make and easy on a budget. Slow Cooker Green Bean CasseroleGreen bean casserole is one of my favorites. It's a classic that I remember eating growing up. I made the same recipe that my mom did and still love it. When it comes to cooking for holidays though making them in the slow cooker is … [Read more...]
Slow cooker side dishes are my favorite! These Slow Cooker Sour Cream and Ranch Mashed Potatoes are full of flavor and made with sour cream to make them super creamy.Slow Cooker Sour Cream and Ranch Mashed PotatoesOne of the most popular recipes on my blog is my best-mashed potatoes recipe. Everyone is always asking me about making them in the slow cooker and other side dishes that can be made in the slow cooker. While I came to deliver! … [Read more...]
Tossed in coated in a zesty Italian seasoning then baked. These Roasted Red Potatoes are the perfect side dish recipe for any meal. Roasted Red PotatoesIf you know me then you know how I feel about potatoes. It's pretty much all love and you would know that if you read my recipe for The World's Best Mashed Potatoes. If you are looking for a really simple recipe to serve on the side of any meal then look no further, this one is a winner! … [Read more...]
The perfect warm dip to serve as an appetizer or awesome snack. This Bacon Cheeseburger Dip is creamy and cheese and a recipe you are going to love. Bacon Cheeseburger DipWith just 5 simple ingredients you can make this Bacon Cheeseburger Dip on the skillet in less than 20 minutes. I love game day food! My husband is a big football fan so each Sunday afternoon is game day for us. As much as I enjoy the time together watching the game I am … [Read more...]
Made with real corn these sweet Mini Corn Bread Muffins make the perfect side for any soup or stew. Baked in your mini muffin tin for a perfect bite-size treat. Mini Corn Bread MuffinsThese Mini Corn Bread Muffins are a favorite of mine. I mean can you really eat chili or beef stew without a sweet Mini Corn Bread Muffins on the side? I guess you could but then my question is why? I love making them in my mini muffin tin because they some … [Read more...]
The easiest side dish or a perfect lunch. No work for you because these Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes are wrapped up in seasonings and the slow cooker for hours. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy. Slow Cooker Baked PotatoesI love a good slow cooker recipe. It makes meal time so easy when something else is doing all the work. I wrapped these Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes in foil with oil and seasonings. They cooked for a few hours and are so … [Read more...]
Creamy and delicious and full of flavor. These are The Best Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes and the perfect side for just about any meal.The Best Sour Cream and Chive Mashed PotatoesToday I am sharing with you another mashed potato recipe that you are going to love! Last year my best mashed potatoes recipe went viral and ever since I have been giving you all more of what you want. Creamy and delicious potatoes but this time with a … [Read more...]
The only dish to bring to this year's bbq or pool party! This Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is so easy to make and a real crowd pleaser! Bacon Ranch Pasta SaladThis Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish and a recipe you are going to want to try asap. Warm weather will be here soon, oh so soon! I am counting down the days. We actually head to Disney in a few short weeks and I can't wait for warm weather and sunshine. In the spirit of … [Read more...]
These Buffalo Chicken Wings need to be on your table during the game day. They are simple to make a crowd favorite. Buffalo Chicken Wings I could add hot sauce to just about anything. Even when I was young I poured it on just about anything, mashed potatoes, Mac and cheese, eggs, just about anything I could pour some on. I guess it goes without saying now that I love these easy to make baked buffalo chicken wings. When it's game days … [Read more...]
This Cheesy Salsa Dip is simple to make and only takes three simple ingredients. This recipe is one that my Aunt made every Christmas and anytime I make it, it brings back memories. Every year for Christmas we would go to my Aunt Marsha's house. She can cook Y'all! We would have a huge selection of food for lunch and then a few hours later she would put out snacks while we all paled card games and opened gifts. Every year still to this day … [Read more...]
These Slow Cooker Little Smokies are the perfect easy appetizer. Just three simple ingredients and a few hours in the slow cooker. Slow Cooker Little SmokiesI love appetizers. They are the best part of a meal and when it's party time I love serving lots of them. This past New Years eve my we decided to make lots of appetizers so we could snack all night while we played games and waited for the ball to drop. Everyone enjoyed this little … [Read more...]
These Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings are baked in the oven and then brushed with a buttery lemon pepper sauce. They make the perfect appetizer that we love serving with ranch dressing for dipping. Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper WingsChicken wings are one of my favorite things. While I admit that I usually go for the buffalo flavor (I love the spice) my husband prefers something a little more mild. These Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings are … [Read more...]
This cheese ball is a classic. I grew up with this recipe and it was passed to me from my mom who got it from her mom. It's a favorite of mine and one that I think you will love also. My Mom has been making this cheese ball for as long as I can remember. Even though it was served at every family gathering, we all still love it to this day. The cheese ball is a messy food to make though! You gotta get your hands in there to mix it all up. A … [Read more...]
This Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate is simple to make and taste amazing. With just 5 easy ingredients and a few hours in the slow cooker you can serve up a creamy and delicious homemade hot chocolate. Slow Cooker Hot ChocolateHot chocolate is a must for the winter time. I make it almost every night in December. It's usually just the powdered mix and drink it while watching a Christmas movie. It's the perfect treat each night. When I am having … [Read more...]
This sweet and savory cheese ball is the perfect combination. I served my Ham and Pineapple Cheese Ball at our last get together and everyone loved it. Ham and Pineapple Cheese BallAny party we have my husband request a cheese ball. I usually make him a classic cheese ball but also love trying new now like this Ham and Pineapple Cheese Ball. My husband loves ham and pineapple, yes every on pizza (gross). I knew that this recipe would but … [Read more...]
A little spice in a small bite. These Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sliders are the perfect game day food or quick weeknight dinner.Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken SlidersI've always been a lover of spicy food and buffalo chick has been a favorite of mine. These Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sliders are so tender and full of flavor. They make the perfect game day recipe and perfect for a big crowd. I love hosting the super bowl each year. I get … [Read more...]
