Zucchini ‘Big Mac’ casserole

So I kept seeing these posts of people making hamburger sliders using zucchini as the buns—and I thought man those look good! So I went searching for large zucchini to make for the sliders and only could find small zucchini for sale. Using the zucchini that I could find and fueling my desire to make…

Tuna Extra Salad sandwich

I created this recipe about 6 years ago when I was trying to use leftover fresh cabbage. It’s a twist on a Midwest favorite—tuna salad to the next level! You’re probably thinking tuna and cabbage?-no way! But honestly the crunchy texture along with the tangy ranch just makes this recipe so good! It uses few…

Baked eggplant parm stack

It’s summer time and that’s means all the vegetables! I’ve been trying to buy all vegetables that are in season and on sale —and with eggplant for 99 cents…that means new recipes! These crispy eggplant parm stacks are probably my new favorite thing, who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? Hesitant…

Mediterranean couscous stuffed peppers

These stuffed peppers were a creation of wanting to use up what I had in my fridge and pure delicious luck ha. These are super simple to make, pack a ton of flavor and perfect for meal prepping. This recipe is for two servings, just double as needed. Easily make vegan or vegetarian! Ingredients 1…

Midwest Apple Butter

I was 30 years old when I discovered apple butter doesn’t contain butter… This recipe is super easy, you can make it while you work or while you’re enjoying a lazy Sunday. You can use right away or can what you make. Apple butter not being canned should be good for about a week in…

Old Fashioned Banana bread

This banana bread recipe was given to me from my Mamaw (oh yes very midwest) and as you can see in the photo above the recipe is pretty old. The recipe itself is easy and the bread comes out super moist and delicious.   Ingredients 1/2 cup butter or oleo 1 1/2 cup sugar 1…

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

  This creamy dreamy addicting mac and cheese is one for the books. Its extremely simple, quick to make and delicious! Make it on the stove top and serve immediately or let is chill in a crock pot to keep it warm. Ingredients: 1 box macaroni and cheese 1/2 stick of butter 1 bag of …

Oven ‘Fried’ Chicken

It’s crispy, its crunchy…you’ll hate that its soo good! This is an easy recipe to make on the week day or weekend and enjoy with family! Ingredients 1-2 cups flour 2 cups Italian bread crumbs ( I used Kroger brand) Chicken legs, thighs or breast 1 stick butter 3 eggs 2 TBSP milk 1 TBSP…