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Main Course

Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

This bacon wrapped pork tenderloin is juicy and moist and an absolute favorite with our family whenever we have a bbq.  Pork tenderloin is a very basic and affordable cut of meat but once you drizzle it in maple syrup and wrap it in bacon, 

Zucchini and Black Bean Beef Skillet

Zucchini and Black Bean Beef Skillet

Zucchini and Black Bean Beef Skillet is an easy dinner to throw together that is delicious and healthy. Ground beef with rice, beans, and zucchini and tied together with tomatoes and seasonings make it a one pot wonder that your whole family will love. I 

Parmesan Ham Pasta

Parmesan Ham Pasta

Parmesan Ham Pasta is a creamy one pot wonder! The orecchiette pasta mixed with ham and veggies and tied together with a savory Parmesan sauce is a hit every time I serve it. I created this recipe one night when it was time to make 

King Ranch Chicken Casserole

King Ranch Chicken Casserole

This classic King Ranch Chicken Casserole is creamy and cheesy and full of Tex-mex flavor. It has just enough spice to give it a little kick of flavor but not too spicy for the kids. This recipe could very well be called the state casserole 

Homemade Runzas also called Bierocks

Homemade Runzas also called Bierocks

These homemade Runzas, also called Bierocks by a lot of people, are fluffy dinner rolls stuffed with a filling of savory cabbage, ground beef, and onions. Simple, hearty, and filling! Runzas are famous in Nebraska and surrounding regions. They even have a restaurant called Runzas. 

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs are moist and flavorful and have a unique taste from adding nutmeg and allspice. If you’ve ever been to IKEA and had their delicious Swedish meatballs, this is very similar to those. I just need to figure out how to make lingonberry sauce! 

Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

This cheesy chicken spaghetti casserole is delicious and perfect for your family dinner table. Creamy and gooey perfection! I make it with no velveeta cheese or canned cream of mushroom soup. Just wholesome real ingredients mixed together into an awesome dish.  This recipe freezes well 

Creamy Bacon Potato Soup

Creamy Bacon Potato Soup

This creamy bacon potato soup is so delicious and perfect for colder weather. Full of potatoes, sour cream, and bacon, it’s like a loaded baked potato soup. When you top a bowl of this hot soup with cheese, sour cream, and green onions it takes 

Pumpkin Chili

Pumpkin Chili

If you’re looking for the perfect meal for a chilly autumn evening, this pumpkin chili will hit the spot. Full of warm spices and protein, the ground beef pairs perfectly and unexpectedly with pumpkin and cinnamon to make a dish that will satisfy your fall 

Lasagna Soup

Lasagna Soup

All the classic Italian flavors of lasagna but in soup form and ready in just 35 minutes. Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, this lasagna soup is sure to become a family favorite! If you love the classic flavors of lasagna but don’t have the