Chicken Nacho Layer Bake

A simple comfort food casserole made up of everything a 7-layer dip might have, but super warm and hearty and a full meal with pulled chicken. Chicken Nacho Layer Bake 1 bag corn chips1 ½ cups queso dip1 ½ cups guacamole1 ½ cups black bean refried beans 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese2 cup pulled…

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BBQ Chicken Cheddar Cornbread Casserole

Sweet and smoky barbeque with juicy pulled chicken, tart sour cream, cheesy cheddar, and sweet and crunchy creamed corn cornbread crust make for the most delicious comfort-food dinner on earth! It’s “ba-be-cue!” BBQ Chicken Cheddar Cornbread Casserole 2 lbs. pulled chicken (cooked and super moist – Costco brand is THE BEST!2 cups sweet and smoky BBQ…

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Cheddar Ranchera Salsa Enchiladas

Cheddar and Ranchera Salsa Enchiladas – Soft flour tortillas are smothered in a creamy yet bold and flavorful sauce and filled with creamy beans, spicy salsa, and melty cheddar cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for a casual family dinner or an impromptu gathering of friends. Let’s get real, folks – everyone craves tacos and…

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Browned Butter Baby Potatoes & Chicken Sausage

Most people crave comfort foods in the way of pasta, mashed potatoes, casseroles, and often sweets.For me, my comfort is WARMTH in food. I crave veggies and some protein.I also have an affinity for chicken sausage. I’m not sure what it is about the product, but I just like it. And that’s that.Thus, after a…

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Gourmet Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

Gorgeously gourmet, but also casually comforting, this out-of-the-world chicken and thin spaghetti recipe may just be your new favorite. It’s creamy, a bit spicy, and then can be casserole baked into perfection. Pasta, shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and sautéed mushrooms with Parmesan cheese = YUM! Thank you, Karen – for EVERYTHING – your friendship, your…

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Lemon Asparagus Parsnip Pork Layer Bake

Winter. Spring. Summer. Even autumn. Pick your poison.Whether you’re in love with the wholesome goodness of a winter casserole or layer bake, the fresh green of springtime asparagus, the summer feel of zesty and tangy lemon, or the root vegetable ranking of fall, this light, yet rich and creamy layer bake has got it all!…

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Classic Eggplant Parmesan – BUT Better!

There’s nothing like a Classic Eggplant Parmesan, crusted with breadcrumbs and baked with marinara and Italian cheese. BUT, this recipe is better.Yes, it’s BETTER!Why is it better?Well, the eggplant is salted and sweated* – HUGE difference.The cheese is a blend of several different varieties.The sauce is special.And, it’s baked with LOVE.THAT’S the difference. Always add…

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Layered Reuben Casserole

The Reuben sandwich is a North American grilled sandwich composed of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, grilled between slices of rye bread. It is associated with kosher-style delicatessens, but is not kosher because it combines meat and cheese. Though both New York and Omaha claim to be home of the famous…

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Classic Meat Lasagna

Now I have plenty of versions of creative lasagnas all over the place on the blog.SO many.You know I pride myself on innovation and crafting flavor amalgamations that are not only unusual and typically unheard of, but also astonishingly delicious.It sort of blows my mind that it has never occurred to me to bake a…

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