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Seafood lovers unite! This seafood mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food! Made with layers of fresh lobster, lump crab, and shrimp, and a decadent white cheese sauce, it’s the elevated twist to America’s favorite dish! While this recipe requires a few more steps than my Southern-style mac and cheese or my oven-baked mac and …

This Southern-style mac and cheese recipe is a true soul food classic! With just a few ingredients, including a generous amount of freshly shredded cheese, butter, and milk, it’s unbelievably hearty, comforting, and crowd-pleasing. With its lasagna-style layering and toasted cheesy topping, this Southern mac and cheese is a go-to for family dinners and gatherings. …

Vegetable soup with ground beef is the hearty, wholesome comfort food you didn’t know you were craving! Packed with nourishing veggies, richly flavored beef, and a savory broth, it will warm you from the inside out. It’s a one-pot recipe that’s perfect for chilly evenings, potlucks, or whenever you need a satisfying and nutritious meal. …

Pulled pork tenderloin is a quick, easy, and hearty dish that’s perfect for busy days when you don’t have much time! Just season it, set the slow cooker, and come back to perfectly tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat. Perfect for BBQ pork sandwiches, potlucks, and more! One of my favorite recipes to make when I’m hosting friends …

Nothing beats a home-cooked Mississippi pot roast in a Dutch oven! This recipe is made with tender beef, tangy pepperoncini peppers, ranch seasoning, and au jus for a one pan, easy dinner. The dutch oven does the heavy lifting, creating tender pieces of chuck roast in a savory and rich broth. This melt-in-your-mouth dish brings …

This crab bake is super rich, comforting, and indulgent casserole! It’s loaded with lump crabmeat, fresh shrimp, and plenty of punchy Parmesan cheese, all served between layers of lasagna noodles. Just like a seafood lasagna! Try it with a light salad and bread for a seafood twist on a classic Italian favorite! If you’re a …

Instant Pot shredded chicken is a quick-to-make and versatile protein base that can be incorporated into a variety of meals throughout the week! It’s a meal-prep dream, ideal for adding to soups, salads, tacos, and more.

This turkey pot pie with biscuits is creamy, rich, and comforting! It’s a perfect way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays, and it couldn’t be easier to make! Hearty vegetables are paired with homemade gravy and served with a golden-brown and tender biscuit topping.

These air fryer salmon bites are perfect for when you’re craving a quick, simple, and healthy meal. Use this versatile protein for making sushi bowls, serving with fresh vegetables, or bulking up your favorite salads. Customize the seasonings to suit your taste, and enjoy a dish that’s ready in minutes!

Air fryer hot dogs achieve that nostalgic taste and texture everyone loves without the need to fire up the grill! This simple, fuss-free method results in juicy hot dogs in a matter of minutes. They’re perfect for days when you need a quick, comforting, and satisfying meal.

Prepare yourself for perfectly cooked, tender, and juicy pan-seared pork chops. Simple ingredients and optimal cooking techniques will prove you don’t need anything fancy to create a healthy, flavorful, and restaurant-quality meal from home.

Air fryer boneless skinless chicken thighs make an incredibly healthy, delicious, and satisfying meal. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of spicy and savory seasonings, then cooked until crispy on the outside yet tender on the inside. The best part? Quick and easy clean up. It doesn’t get much better than that!

Air fryer frozen meatballs make for a quick appetizer or an easy addition to weeknight meals like spaghetti with tomato sauce. Just open the package, pop them in the air fryer, and you’ll have food on the table in 12 minutes or less!

This crustless chicken pot pie is filled with fresh vegetables and creamy gravy, then baked with tender biscuits until golden brown. It’s a simple take on a classic meal that is guaranteed to please the whole family, whether it’s for a weeknight dinner or the holidays.

This Crockpot turkey breast makes an incredible Thanksgiving centerpiece, especially for a smaller crowd! Made with a simple seasoning rub, this recipe delivers tender, juicy, and flavorful turkey with extra crispy skin!

Learn how to cook a simple baked ham without drying it out! This recipe uses a store-bought ham with the glaze. With instructions for the oven, slow cooker, or grill, a spiral ham is the perfect way to feed a crowd for a special occasion. Keep reading for all the necessary tools and tips to pull off preparing a whole ham for your next celebration!

The best pork tenderloin recipe you will ever make! Oven-roasted pork tenderloin is infused with sage, garlic, and rosemary. Seared for a savory crust, then roasted in the oven for a tender, juicy bite that melts in your mouth. Drizzle with a decadent, buttery pan sauce to elevate your weeknight meal! This quick and easy dinner takes less than 30 minutes to make, yet it’s still perfect for a date night at home or a beautiful dinner with family.

The best homemade sloppy joe recipe! Made from scratch, this recipe strikes the ideal balance between meat, sauce, and tons of flavor for perfectly sloppy, sloppy joe sandwiches. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this will be a weeknight dinner favorite the whole family will love.

Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage is classic comfort food! With layers of pasta, homemade meat sauce, and melty cheese, this baked pasta casserole is the perfect solution for weeknight dinners. Tips for making it ahead of time and without meat are in the recipe card below!

Learn how to cook bratwurst in the oven. Sear the brats on the stove and braise them with beer, onions, and sauerkraut in the oven. Beer-braised brats are a quick and easy way to tender, juicy sausages without using a grill. This recipe can be prepared with or without beer. See the recipe card and details below for ways to customize this recipe.