Copycat Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

After weeks of testing, I’m excited to share my version of a Panera Bread classic dish. This copycat Panera Turkey Chili recipe is a hearty chili. A warm, comforting bowl of goodness that captures the essence of autumn with every spoonful. Packed with lean ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, edamame, and a blend of warm spices that is perfect for chilly evenings. 

Grab a large stock pot, Dutch oven, slow cooker, or Instant Pot and let’s recreate this delicious recipe in the comfort of your own home!

Easy One-Pan Ground Pork Stuffed Peppers with Rice

If you're on the lookout for a hearty, comforting dish that’s simple to prepare, economical, and deliciously satisfying, look no further than this easy one-pan ground pork stuffed peppers with rice recipe. Filled to the brim with savory seasoned ground pork, tender rice, and topped with a rich tomato gravy made from condensed tomato soup, this delicious recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a mouthwatering meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner.

Easy Asian Spicy Cucumber Salad

You are going to love this recipe for Easy Asian Spicy Cucumber Salad. This refreshing dish combines crisp cucumbers with the tangy punch of rice vinegar, the nutty aroma of sesame oil, the savory depth of soy sauce, the savory bite of fresh garlic, spicy red pepper flakes, and a hint of sweetness from honey. 

Perfect as a side dish or a light snack, this salad is the perfect blend of spice and sweetness, designed to tantalize your taste buds and add a touch of Asian flair to your table.

Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Cheese Dip

If you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer dip that's full of flavor, you've come to the right place. This Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Cheese Dip (aka Festive Feta Dip) is amazing! Simply made with cream cheese, jarred roasted red peppers, lemon juice, fresh dill, and fresh garlic all whipped up in minutes in your food processor.

Skillet Rigatoni with Sausage Beans and Spinach

Rigatoni with Sausage, Beans, and Spinach is an easy meal for any day of the week. Al dente rigatoni pasta is combined with zesty Italian sausage, Cannellini beans, spinach, onions, garlic and mushrooms in a light sauce then finished with shredded Parmesan cheese. It's perfect for those days when you are looking for a quick and easy light pasta dish. 

Classic Cold Shrimp Salad Recipe

Craving a refreshing yet satisfying dish to welcome the warmer days ahead? Look no further than this tantalizing simple recipe for cold shrimp salad made with mayonnaise, featuring fresh shrimp, crisp celery, zesty red onion, and a bright burst of citrusy lemon. Whether you're planning a light lunch, a picnic in the park, or a gathering with friends, this easy shrimp salad is sure to steal the spotlight and leave your taste buds happy. 

Easy Pork Chops and Stuffing Bake Recipe

Indulge in the comforting embrace of home-cooked goodness with Pork Chops and Stuffing Bake. Tender boneless pork loin chops are nestled atop a bed of savory stuffing mix topped with cream of mushroom soup and baked to golden perfection. This dish will bring even the pickiest of eaters to the table. It is the essence of comfort food – hearty, satisfying, and infused with nostalgia. This easy recipe makes a great weeknight meal.

Quick and Easy Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry Bowls

If you're on the hunt for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's flavorful and wholesome, look no further than this recipe for Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry. Asian-inspired quick and easy pork and cabbage stir fry bowls deliver a harmonious blend of salty, sweet, and spicy flavors that will please your taste buds and leave you craving seconds.  

You will love that these simple pork and cabbage stir fry bowls aren't too strongly flavored, making them suitable for the whole family. 

Easy Savory Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

This savory sweet potato casserole recipe is perfect for when you are looking for a sweet potato recipe that's not too sweet. You won't find added sugars or sweetners here. Mashed sweet potatoes are inhanced with the perfect balance of savory herbs, brown butter, garlic, and a dash of cream, spread in a buttered casserole dish, and topped with a buttery Parmesan cheese cracker crumb then baked until golden brown. This easy sweet potato recipe makes a great side dish for your holiday table or anytime side dish for weeknight dinners.

Tender Beef Bottom Round Roast Recipe with Gravy

Is there anything more comforting than a fork tender beef roast, full of flavor, smothered in gravy with a side of mashed potatoes? This roast recipe for Bottom Round Roast (with included recipe for an easy onion gravy made from the drippings) is a winner! Lean and economical bottom round roast (also known as rump roast) cooks up perfectly with this easy recipe.  

Juicy Grilled Ground Pork Burger Recipe

Looking for a mouthwatering twist on the classic ground beef burger? Try this Juicy Grilled Pork Burger recipe! Made with tender and flavorful ground pork, these burgers are perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection, resulting in a juicy and delicious patties. Add your favorite burger toppings and serve on toasted hamburger buns, these pork burgers are sure to satisfy your cravings and be a huge hit with your whole family!

Easy Homestyle Meatloaf Recipe with Onion and Peppers

Easy Homestyle Meatloaf recipe with onion and peppers is the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights. This easy homestyle meatloaf is made by combining ground beef, bread, milk, eggs, and a mixture of frozen onions and bell pepper, resulting in a flavorful and easy meal that requires minimal preparation.

Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe

When your sweet tooth is calling, answer it with this chocolate poke cake recipe. Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate Poke Cake is spicy, sweet, and absolutely delicious! 

It starts with a prepared chocolate boxed cake mix which is embelished with the flavors of cinnamon and dark chocolate, a flavorful instant chocolate pudding mixutre and finished with a layer of cool whip. It's all topped off with chopped chili infused dark chocolate, a dusting of cocoa, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. It's the perfect dessert for all of your Mexican-inspired meals, a special occasion, or just because! 

Juicy Breaded Oven Baked Pork Chops (Boneless)

Comfort food doesn't get any cozier than juicy Breaded Oven Baked Pork Chops. These center cut, boneless, tender pork chops are seasoned and breaded then quickly browned stove top. Finish them in the oven for a chop that's crunchy on the outside but tender and juicy on the inside!

Easy Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Recipe

Kielbasa and Sauerkraut makes a hearty meal that's full of flavor. My easy kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe is delicious way to get dinner on the table with very little effort. This sweet and savory Polish sausage recipe is a family favorite and on my menu often. You'll love the old world European flavors and so will your whole family. 

Easy No-Bake Butterfinger Dessert with Angel Food Cake

Easy Butterfinger Dessert is an adaptation of an old Weight Watcher recipe. Prepared instant sugar free Butterscotch pudding is combined with Cool Whip (or whipped cream) to make a creamy butterscotch filling which is layered with chunks of angel food cake and butterfinger bits for an easy no bake dessert recipe perfect for summertime! You'll want to file this one under delicious easy recipes.
 

Easy Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

BBQ chicken thighs are a summer time favorite recipe. Easy Oven baked BBQ chicken thighs are an easy and delicious way to enjoy the classic barbecue flavor without having to fire up the grill. Sweet and tangy homemade bbq sauce made with simple ingredients gives them such great flavor, this recipe will become will soon become one of your new favorite chicken thigh recipes.

Sweet and Tangy Amish Macaroni Salad Recipe

This delicious recipe for creamy Amish Macaroni Salad is a great side dish recipe for your spring picnics, summer BBQs, and  all your potlucks! Sweet and tangy, with just the right amount of crunch, this Amish Macaroni Salad recipe will become your GO TO macaroni salad recipe!

Easy Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole Recipe

This easy ham, egg, and cheese breakfast casserole recipe is a savory and satisfying dish that can be prepared for breakfast, brunch, or any meal of the day. This easy breakfast casserole is made by layering diced ham (great for leftover ham), cubed bread, egg mixture, and shredded cheese in a baking dish, then baking until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the eggs are set.

Asian Pork Meatballs with Sweet Asian BBQ Sauce

Asian Pork Meatballs are delicious and easy-to-make. They are packed with flavor. These juicy and flavorful pork meatballs are made with a blend of regular ground pork and aromatic spices then baked to perfection. Then they are coated in a sweet and tangy Asian BBQ sauce that's sure to leave your taste buds tingling.

This recipe is carefully crafted to ensure that each bite of juicy meatball is perfectly seasoned, so it's full of delicious flavor.  Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or need an appetizer for a party, these Asian-inspired pork meatballs are sure to be a hit.

Perfect Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops

Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops are your answer to getting a tasty, protein packed meal on the table in a jiffy! Center cut boneless pork chops are seasoned with garlic, salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika then quickly cooked to juicy perfection in your Air Fryer.

Zucchini Carrot Fritters

It's officially zucchini season and I'm so happy! Why? Because I've been making these delicious Zucchini Carrot Fritters like mad! Made with fresh zucchini, shredded carrots, and a few binders and seasonings, these vegetable fritters are going to be your new obsession too!

Zucchini and Carrot Fritters make a great side dish or a light meal any day of the week.

Homemade Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs (for Pasta and More)

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs made from ground turkey are an easy and versatile meal option ready and on your table in about 30 minutes! These tasty little nuggets are tender, moist, and flavorful. 

No air fryer? No problem, find directions to cook these delicious turkey meatballs in your oven or stove top in the recipe card too!  

Fork Tender Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

Instant Pot Country Style Ribs are country style pork ribs cooked to fork tender in your Instant Pot (pressure cooker) and then smothered in your favorite BBQ sauce. They are meaty and economical and are the perfect choice for a delicious country dinner any day of the week!

Classic Sage and Onion Stuffing (Thanksgiving Stuffing)

This Sage and Onion Stuffing makes a great side dish for almost any meat, but especially good when paired with poultry, like chicken and turkey. It's a great easy stuffing recipe for the holidays, particularly Thanksgiving. Earthy herbs of sage and thyme season this stuffing just right! 

 

BBQ Chipped Ham Sandwiches

Move over sloppy joes, Chipped Ham (aka Chip Chop Ham, Chipped Chopped Ham, Chip Chopped Ham) is going to be your new favorite crowd pleasing main course! Deli chopped ham is thinly shaved ("chipped") and combined with a tangy BBQ sauce and heated through in the slow cooker or on the stove top, then piled high onto fresh buns for a warm and satisfying sandwich like no other. BBQ Chipped Ham Sandwiches are a family favorite! 

Taco Stuffed Peppers

My family loves these Taco Stuffed Peppers and so will yours!  They are so easy to make (no need to brown beef or cook peppers ahead of time). Just mix, fill, top, and bake! With easy preparation and all their delicious taco goodness, I think you'll agree, these are the best taco stuffed peppers around. 

Favorite Lipton Onion Soup Mix Meatloaf Recipe

My husband has been talking up this Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf recipe for years! It's a classic recipe and one his mother used to make for him as a child. I don't know why I resisted making it for so many years. But, I finally caved. 

Not having all the ingredients on hand to make my favorite meatloaf recipe (made with ground turkey), I decided it was time to give this iconic onion soup meatloaf a try. And you know what? I wasn't disappointed. What a wonderful meat loaf recipe! The result is a juicy meatloaf with tons of flavor.

Lawson's Chip Dip (Best Copy-cat Recipe)

This super easy to make, Lawson's Chip Dip is a blast from my past! Growing up in NE Ohio, this chip dip was a staple at every gathering. 

There's a whole cult following for this dip, and you can still find it in some Circle K stores around NE Ohio. However, this Copycat Lawson's Chip Dip tastes great and is easy to make right at home. The mild onion and fresh sour cream taste is unmistakable! 

Easy Peach Bread (Fresh or Canned Peaches)

Making a quick bread with peaches, Peach Bread, is a wonderful way to enjoy the season's harvest. This simple Peach Bread recipe produces a moist and tender crumb. It's studded with fresh peaches and flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg. Since it's a quick bread, it's easy to make too! 

Red, White, Blueberry Dump Cake Recipe

You don't need a holiday like 4th of July or Memorial Day to enjoy this easy patriotic dessert. This Red, White, Blueberry Dump Cake Recipe is so easy to put together, bakes perfectly, and is delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream! 
 

Cottage Ham Dinner (One Pot)

When it comes to Ohio comfort food, Cottage Ham cooked with cabbage, red potatoes, and carrots sits at the top of the list. It's a one pot meal that's full of flavor. 

Pork Ribeye Roast with Mushroom Gravy

This Pork Ribeye Roast with Mushroom Gravy is the perfect dish for a lazy winter weekend. Seasoned then roasted in the oven to a perfect 145 degrees F, sliced and covered in a rich mushroom gravy it's the pork roast they'll be talking about. 

Easy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Casserole Recipe

Baked Eggplant Parmesan takes a classic and makes it just a bit more healthier by baking the eggplant in the oven instead of pan frying it. My family loves this meatless meal and so will you! 

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples and Ginger

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples and Ginger is a delicious way to enjoy raw Brussels Sprouts. 

Brussels Sprouts are thinly sliced and tossed with sweet, crisp apple slices then coated in a delightfully tangy ginger vinaigrette for a salad that pairs perfectly with just about anything. Give it extra pizzaz by adding dried cranberries and feta cheese to it too! 

Sauerkraut Balls (Bunny B's Copy-cat Recipe)

Delicious sauerkraut balls are tangy, salty, and creamy ham and sauerkraut rolled into balls and covered in seasoned breadcrumbs then golden fried. They make great appetizers or snacks. 

You can buy frozen sauerkraut balls in the grocery store, but with this easy recipe you can make this popular Northeast Ohio delicacy right at home!

Zucchini Appetizer Squares (made with Bisquick)

This zucchini appetizer is savory squares made of zucchini, onion, cheese, and spices in a crustless quiche like base that make excellent appetizers, healthy snacks, and even a quick breakfast. Serve at room temperature for best flavor!

Perfect Sous Vide Pork Chops

Have you ever wondered how restaurants can cook those big, thick bone-in center cut pork chops to perfection? Well, wonder no longer. The secret is out and it's called sous vide!

When you use the sous vide method of cooking for bone in center cut pork chops they will be prepared to the perfect temperature. This makes them tender and juicy every single time. Anyone can make sous vide pork chops!

DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Calling all chocolate chip cookie fans. This wonderful DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe has been circulating on the web ever since it was released and I'm here to tell you, it's totally worth the hype.

Take an afternoon and bake up a batch of these chocolate chip cookies, pour a tall glass of cold milk, and sit back and enjoy!

Soft White Bread Recipe

This homemade Soft White Bread recipe is the perfect vessel for all your sandwiches, for French Toast, or to be sliced and eaten with a good slather of butter! Thanks to Tangzhong (the Japanese method of combining flour and water into a cooked slurry and adding it to the dough) this bread will stay fresh for nearly a week!

Skinny Almond Joy Poke Cake

If you love Almond Joy Candy Bars, Skinny Almond Joy Poke Cake is for you! Skinny Almond Joy Poke Cake is an easy dessert that starts with a boxed cake mix. It's topped with sugar free pudding, Cool Whip Free and of course, coconut, almonds and mini chocolate chips for a fun chocolate cake perfect for any occasion!

Oven Braised Country-Style Pork Ribs with Sauerkraut

Did you know that eating pork on New Year's Day is said to bring you good fortune in the upcoming year? It's true! Country Style Ribs with Sauerkraut is a great recipe to ring in the New Year with!

This country style ribs recipe is a delicious recipe to ensure that good fortune finds you this year! Country style pork ribs are seasoned, seared, and then slow baked with tangy sauerkraut and sweet apples until they are fork tender. This is a delicious pork dinner with a lot of flavor to serve not only on New Year's Day, but any day of the year.

Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Glaze

Celebrate the season by baking a batch of big, fluffy Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Glaze. These easy, made from scratch cinnamon rolls make a wonderful sweet breakfast treat or a delightful homemade anytime treat!

Thanksgiving Leftovers Casserole

Thanksgiving leftovers. If you've got them, you need ways to use them up in the most delicious ways. This Thanksgiving Leftovers Casserole is just the thing to repurpose those leftovers into a completely different dish the whole family will enjoy!

Easy Orange Cranberry Scones

These Easy Orange Cranberry Scones are the perfect treat to serve up your family during the holiday season! They have a buttery, biscuit like texture and are studded with sweet plump orange infused dried cranberries. They're sure to be a hit with everyone. Make a batch for breakfast or as an afternoon snack! You'll be surprised how easy they are to make!

Best Oven-Baked City Chicken (with Pork Sirloin)

This is the very best recipe for city chicken! It's easy to prepare and produces fork tender meat every single time! You might be surprised that city chicken, (also known as mock chicken legs), is not actually a chicken dish at all. It's a regional dish that is made from pork sirloin cubes (or sometimes a combination of pork and veal) that have been threaded onto wooden skewers to resemble a chicken drumbstick. It's one of my very favorite Cleveland comfort foods of all time!

This City Chicken recipe with gravy will quickly become your new favorite and have your family asking for THAT chicken recipe that isn't chicken.

 

Easy Italian Wedding Soup

I love this recipe for Easy Italian Wedding Soup! Just thinking about those tender little meatballs in the rich chicken broth with that fun shaped pasta, just makes my mouth water! Making this soup from scratch, can be quite labor intensive. That's why I've come up with this easy recipe that uses frozen mini meatballs, instead of making the meatballs from scratch! And, it's every bit as delicious as an Italian Wedding Soup made completely from scratch!

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

As holiday side dishes go, the easier the better! These Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon could not be any easier to make. And the best part is, they won't take up precious oven space to make! Sauteed with bacon and onions until they are crisp tender right in your skillet, this Brussels sprouts recipe will make an impression on your family and guests at your next holiday meal or anytime meal!

Sweet Potato Souffle Casserole

I'm so excited to share one of my tried and true Thanksgiving recipes with you today! I've been making this sweet potato recipe for years and it's always well received!

Sweet Potato Souffle Casserole is light and fluffy, but uses less sugar than similar recipes and it has a secret ingredient that just makes the flavor explode! And the best part? This holiday side dish can be made up to 2 days ahead to help keep you sane during busy holiday meals!

Spicy Chinese Beef Noodle Soup

Spicy Chinese Beef Noodle Soup is full of delicious vegetables, tender beef strips, and authentic rice noodles in a spicy Asian inspired beef broth. This quick and easy beef noodle soup full of fresh vegetables is the perfect way to warm up on a cold evening!