Patty Melts With Secret Sauce

There’s a certain magic in a classic patty melt, a diner staple that always hits just right. It’s more than just a sandwich; it’s a symphony of flavors and textures—a juicy beef patty, sweet caramelized onions, and melty cheese, all grilled between slices of buttery, toasted bread. And when you add a truly phenomenal secret … Read more

School Pizza Recipe

There’s a special kind of magic in food that transports you straight back to childhood, and for me, that’s this sheet pan school pizza. It’s not gourmet, it’s not artisan, but oh, it hits all the right nostalgic notes with its thick, chewy crust, simple, savory tomato sauce, and perfectly melted cheese. This is the … Read more

Ranch Chicken Wraps

Ingredients : 2 large boneless skinless chicken breast, grilled and chopped 1/4 cup ranch dressing 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 4 large tortillas Instructions : Assemble wraps by evenly dispersing ingredients between the 4 wraps, and rolling them up burrito style. Lightly grease a medium skillet or grill pan over medium heat, and cook the … Read more

School Pizza Recipe

This Old School Cafeteria Pizza recipe captures the essence of all that was good in the school cafeterias of our youth. (Cafeteria ladies not included.) This fall marked a real Mama Milestone for me. After 28 years of recording the first day of school with a photo each year, and then sending my girls off to preschool, … Read more

Low Carb Deviled Chicken Salad

The only way I make chicken salad these days. Myself and a few of the ladies that I play golf with had a huge tournament coming up. We decided that we were going out to get some practice in. We did fairly well, but we were out there all morning. By the time we got … Read more

CHICKEN CLUB PASTA SALAD

Reviews about the recipe: Loved it! We liked everything about this salad. I used mini rotini pasta and I had Roma tomatoes on hand, that was my only substitution. I mixed everything up and let the ingredients marry for about 30 minutes before serving. The avocado adds a lot of flavor and texture to this salad, so don’t … Read more

Broccoli Apple Pear Cashew Salad

This broccoli, apple, pear, and cashew salad is one of those dishes that just sings with freshness and vibrant flavors. It’s an incredibly satisfying blend of crisp-tender broccoli florets, sweet-tart apples, juicy pears, and toasted cashews, all brought together by a bright, zesty dressing. It’s a versatile side dish or a light lunch that manages … Read more

Mushroom Grilled Cheese Sandwich

This mushroom grilled cheese sandwich is not just comfort food; it’s an experience. Imagine deeply savory, earthy mushrooms, caramelized to perfection, nestled between layers of gooey, melted cheese, all hugged by slices of golden, buttery bread. It takes the familiar joy of a classic grilled cheese and elevates it with an umami-rich filling that feels … Read more

Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad

This Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad is an absolute weeknight lifesaver, packed with vibrant flavors and satisfying textures that make it feel like a celebration in a bowl. It’s a hearty, customizable meal that brings together tender chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing, all chopped to perfection so every forkful delivers a … Read more