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This Stuffed Pepper Soup has all the cozy flavors of classic stuffed peppers, with browned, savory ground beef, tender bell peppers, onions, and garlic simmered in a rich, generously seasoned tomato broth. I honestly could not stop eating it! It’s easy, hearty, satisfying, and you get all that familiar flavor without the extra steps of stuffing peppers. I serve it over fluffy...

I love pork chops, and I feel like they’re under appreciated. Some people think pork chops are dry and boring. Let me tell you, I completely disagree! These Smothered Pork Chops are a Southern staple, packed with flavor and seared to perfection. And the best part? The whole thing comes together in one skillet in just 35 minutes, with simple ingredients and a homemade onion gr...

I’ve been wanting to make Rasta Pasta for a while because I’m a BIG fan of bold, spicy flavors. This Jamaican-inspired dish brings all that flavor to the table with tender jerk-seasoned chicken, sweet bell peppers, and penne coated in a creamy Parmesan sauce. The peppers and creamy sauce help balance the warmth of the jerk seasoning, and everything cooks in one skillet for le...

Chicken noodle soup is great and all, but have you tried Italian Wedding Soup?? This classic soup shares a lot of the same cozy ingredients as chicken noodle soup but with one huge advantage: tender and flavorful homemade meatballs! I make the meatballs with pre-seasoned...

This Apple Spice Cake has a soft, tender crumb, plenty of fresh diced apples, and warm, cozy spices. I also brown the butter to give it a rich, nutty flavor that makes this homemade cake taste extra special! It takes me right back to apple-picking season in New England, when fall baking was one of my favorite family traditions. I bake it in a simple 9×13-inch pan, which makes...