Creamy Cheesy Rosemary Scalloped Potatoes

This potato recipe is positively delicious. Incredibly creamy, cheesy, herby deliciousness and a mouth-watering scent while cooking. I've had amazing scalloped potatoes before, but this recipe takes the spotlight with a new twist on a warm, comforting classic.  Works great to make ahead, reheats well and tastes even better on the next day! Ingredients 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup finely chopped shallots or onions 2 teaspoons...

Asian Chicken Noodle Soup with Ginger and Watercress

Here's a soup so easy and so soothing, you'll find yourself turning to it again and again. Look for fresh Chinese egg noodles in the supermarket produce section. Serves 2-3 Ingredients 3/4 oz. fresh ginger (a piece about 1 inch long) 1 Tbs. vegetable oil 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (6 to 8 oz) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup) 1 qt. home made or lower-salt chicken broth 4 oz....

Szechuan Chicken Burgers with Cilantro Slaw

Delicious, zesty, nicely spiced- this Asian take on a burger is a fun new twist with a cooling cilantro slaw. For some extra spicy-flavor, amp things up by adding a dash of sriracha sauce! Ingredients 1/3 cup KRAFT Cucumber Ranch Dressing 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro 2 teaspoons orange juice 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 1/2 cups loosely packed shredded coleslaw mix 1/2 cup diced green onions 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds Vegetable...

Prison-Style Meatloaf

Pay no attention to this recipe's name. While it might seem a bit unappetizing, I assure you- if you've come looking for the best meat loaf recipe ever, look no further. While hunting for dinner recipes my mother came across this amazing recipe for a delicious, hearty meatloaf and after making it for the first time, it instantly became our official "go-to" recipe for meatloaf. Incredibly flavorful, non-crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. This...

Individual Chicken Pot Pies

Talk to me about warm, hearty comfort food any day! Who doesn't love a good, savory pie hot out of the oven? This is a recipe my mother and I adapted from a Food Network recipe by The Neely's (see recipe source below). We replaced a few of the ingredients and switched things up a bit. Instead of onions we used leeks, we replaced pearl onions with mushrooms, rotisserie chicken with home made chicken breast seasoned with thyme and rosemary, and...

Mediterranean Pasta with Fire Roasted Tomatoes

This dish is a wonderful, light, meat-free alternative to the standard, boring old run-of-the-mill pasta and tomato sauce dishes. With zesty and robust flavors it is always sure to please. Serve flavorful roasted tomatoes on pasta. Or, use tomatoes as a topping for pizza or bruschetta, or include in an antipasto platter. Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 pounds medium plum tomatoes, about 10 to 12, halved lengthwise 1/2 cup olive oil, divided...

Mandalay Bay Wraps

Turkey, Bacon, Avocado wraps (fondly known by my family as "The Mandalay Bay Wrap") were re-created from a vacation, poolside lunch. I can't even remember the year, but its been several (possibly 2005), my family and I were on our usual summer getaway vacation at the Mandalay Bay resort in Las Vegas. Before you know it, we're down by the pool and its lunchtime. The call of the delicious smelling burgers filled the air from the poolside grill,...

Sunset's Burritos Grandes

Whenever we think "burritos" in our household, these babies are a classic favorite. Huge, hearty and delicious. Ingredients 2 ounces (4 to 6) dried ancho, new Mexico, or California chiles (see Quick Tip below)1/3 cup tequila 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice3 garlic cloves, peeled1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt, divided1 1/4 pounds pork shoulder (butt), fat trimmed 1/2 cup long-grain white rice1/4 cup canned tomato...

White Chocolate Cranberry Cheesecake

Easily one of the BEST cheesecakes I've ever had. The recipe was easy and straight forward. I need to work on making more attractive looking chocolate curls in the future, but the taste of the final product is where it really counts. Makes 8-10 servings Total Time: 3 hr 40 min Prep 2 hr 20 min Cook 1 hr 20 min *Inactive time: 8 hours (cake resting) Ingredients For the crust: 18 whole graham crackers, finely crushed (about...

Lemon-Pepper Roast Chicken

I've tried a lot or recipes and even some basic non-recipes seasonings for roast chickens-- this recipe, by far, results in some of the best roast chicken I've ever had. The kicker here? Butter. (I think so anyway). I feel like it must be the butter, both underneath and on top of the skin, that makes it taste like a perfectly brined bird without actually having to brine it and with the wine to help flavor and steam-- Perfection. Makes 6-8 servings ...

Tequila Turkey Fettuccine

Another quick, simple and delicious classic recipe from Guy Fieri's cookbook. We've made this recipe several times and it has nice spicy hints and tasty influences. It also doesn't feel like you're eating a heavy meal which is a plus for me! Guy's cookbook is chuck full of delicious recipes. Check it out-- you'll love it! *Makes 2 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 red onion, cut into 1/8-inch strips3 teaspoons minced jalapeno 5...

Fresh Salmon-Cilantro Burgers

I love seafood. Cilantro and salmon? Yes. These salmon burgers are quick, delicious and easy to make (and made with fresh salmon). An added bonus?-- they don't break the calorie bank! Found this gem a couple years back in an issue of Cooking Light magazine. Better, lighter and fresher than any fish sandwich. A personal fave. Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise  1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1...