Recipe Reviews

A Simple One Pan Chicken Dinner That Actually Works on Busy Nights

There’s something about February dinners that makes me crave simple. The holidays are long over, winter is still very much here, and I don’t want complicated. I want dinner on the table without thinking too hard about it. This one pan chicken dinner fit that mood perfectly. Time & Ease From prep to plate, this […]

Taco Lasagna Recipe Review: A Viral Mashup Put to the Test

Internet favorite mashups are always tempting. You see them scrolling by and think, That’s either going to be amazing or a total disaster. This Family-Style Taco Lasagna from Tasty landed somewhere comfortably in the middle which, honestly, is sometimes exactly where a recipe needs to be. I picked this recipe because it combines two very […]

Paul’s Pick: This Homemade Doner Kebab Is Surprisingly Simple

Every month, Paul gets one official say in what we’re making and this time, he chose a recipe that definitely leaned into his current mission of “let’s challenge Erin in the kitchen.” This month’s Paul’s Pick was a Homemade Doner Kebab from Meals with Max, and I’ll admit, I wasn’t quite sure what I was […]

Pioneer Woman’s Baked Ravioli Review (Even Better Than Pizza?)

Some recipes surprise you. Some turn into instant comfort food. And some end up being a bigger hit than you ever expected. This baked ravioli landed firmly in that last category and honestly, I’m still thinking about it. I made Pioneer Woman’s Baked Ravioli, and while it didn’t quite qualify as a quick weeknight dinner […]

This Easy Venison Chili Is Perfect for Busy Winter Nights

Growing up in the rural Midwest, fresh venison is the definition of wintertime comfort food. It’s hearty, familiar, and tied to family in a way that grocery store meat just isn’t. So when my stepdad gifted us freshly ground venison (as fresh as it gets, thank you!), this venison chili immediately went on the menu. […]

Banana Crunch Muffins Recipe Review: They are Easy, Moist, and Kid-Approved

Sometimes the best recipes are the ones that just fit the moment. This week, I decided to focus on breakfast and try Ina Garten’s Banana Crunch Muffins and it turned out to be the perfect New Year’s Day treat for our little family. Why I Chose This Recipe This one was made with Ben in […]

Easy Slow Cooker Beef Enchilada Casserole: Is It Worth Making?

Some recipes promise bold flavor and low effort and most of the time I’m skeptical. But when you’re craving beef enchilada flavors without rolling, stuffing, or babysitting the stove, this slow cooker version caught my attention. So here’s the real question: Does it actually deliver on flavor and ease? How Easy Was It? This recipe […]

Easy Rosemary Chicken for Christmas Week in Under an Hour

Christmas week can get hectic, and this is when I really need a dinner that feels special without demanding my whole evening. Rosemary feels like such a classic winter herb, especially around the holidays, so when I found this rosemary chicken recipe from Dinner at the Zoo, I knew it would be perfect for a […]

Loaded Potato Soup Review: Rich, Cozy, and Worth the Hype

This week’s recipe is a little different because I didn’t pick it. This marks the very first Paul’s Pick, a recipe my husband specifically asked me to try after watching a new content creator he’s been into lately. With the temperature stuck in the teens and soup season in full force, this loaded potato soup […]

Easy Cabbage Roll Skillet for Busy Weeknights

Quick, easy, and weeknight friendly: this cabbage roll skillet has a lot going for it. Not a home run for our family, but a decent shortcut dinner when time is short. Why I Tried This Recipe I love the idea of cabbage rolls. Cozy, comforting, old school dinner vibes. What I do not love? Blanching […]

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