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Sausage Stuffing Casserole
Go to Post: Sausage Stuffing CasserolePork sausage, frozen vegetables, and a creamy sauce baked under a Stove Top stuffing topping in one 9×13-inch dish. It takes about an hour, serves 8, and most of it can be prepped a day ahead.
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Swiss Chicken Casserole
Go to Post: Swiss Chicken CasseroleChicken breasts, Swiss cheese, a creamy sauce, and a buttery stuffing topping baked together in one 9×13-inch dish. The chicken cooks in the sauce while the stuffing turns golden and crisp, and it serves 6.
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Baked Beans with Ground Beef
Go to Post: Baked Beans with Ground BeefCanned baked beans and ground beef simmered on the stove with onion, bell pepper, ketchup, brown sugar, and smoked paprika. One pot, about 30 minutes, 8 servings.
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Walking Taco Bake
Go to Post: Walking Taco BakeTaco-seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and cheddar baked in one 9×13 dish under a crunchy layer of Fritos and melted cheese. It’s ready in 35 minutes and serves 6, with all the taco toppings on the side.
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Hi, I’m Sara!
I am a mom to two young children, and like many parents, I don’t have endless time to spend cooking. My goal is to create flavorful, filling recipes that come together quickly with ingredients you may already have on hand.
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Delicious Dijon chicken! The whole family loved it, and it was so easy to make. Will be a regular on our menu from now on.
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I am so amazed at this soup! Found this recipe last year and have made it multiple times; it is TOO delicious!
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I had all the ingredients already, so I whipped this up for a quick and healthy dinner for my family. It was very flavorful and easy to make!
