Borrowed Bites

When I am in the mood for takeout but my budget says otherwise, this Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken is what I've been making! I am hooked on the sweet-and-savory combo of fresh, juicy pineapple and warm yellow curry (and I finally found a brand I really love - sharing it below!). It's a One Pan Dinner Recipe, uses up leftovers, and comes together in just 30 minutes.

After making many mac and cheese recipes over the years, we know what makes a crave worthy dish and this Four Cheese Mac and Cheese is it. Each cheese has a job: some for creaminess, some for nuttiness, some for depth, plus the classic cheddar to tie it all together. It gets topped with a buttery, breadcrumb layer that we spent our time perfecting. Plus, our go-to tip for making...

This Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja is the only version I make! The beef is undeniably tender, the peppers don't turn to mush (huge win!), and the sauce is so deliciously flavorful (and not watered down, I might add). It's basically a mix of all the little tricks I've picked up from years of making roasts that my family actually gets excited to eat.

The next time you have summer berries to use up, give these Berry Crumble Bars a try! I brought a batch to work recently and have already had multiple requests to make them again - that's how you know they're worth it! I love how the buttery crumble doubles as both the crust and topping, plus they are excellent for making ahead or stashing in the freezer.

20 minute dinner alert! This Ground Beef and String Beans recipe is one of my go-to weeknight meals because it's fast, affordable, packed with protein, and loaded with flavor. We've been making quick skillet dinners for years and let me tell you... the secret is really in the sauce! This homemade sesame sauce is super simple yet really delicious, and the perfect consistency to c...