Spicy Bulgogi

Prep Time
30 Min
Cook Time
40 Min
Serving
4 People

Bulgogi is a very popular Korean marinated grilled meat but I love adding gochujang (fermented red chili paste) for extra spiciness and flavor. Leave it out if you prefer bulgogi not to be spicy. The best bulgogi uses thin, ⅛ inch slices of rib eye or top sirloin. You can try slices as close to a ⅛ inches at home or purchase beef already sliced thin at the Korean or Asian market.
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Brown Gravy Meatloaf

Prep Time
30 Min
Cook Time
55 Min
Serving
1 Loaf

There are so many ways to make meatloaf and it’s hard to go wrong with a lot of the recipes out there. I enjoy being able to make different versions of meatloaf, sometimes I want the traditional meat loaf topped with a ketchup glaze or change it up with our favorite BBQ sauce. However, this one is extra fancy and is one of my favorites because of the brown gravy!
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Sour Cream Banana Bread

Prep Time
25 Min
Cook Time
55 Min
Serving
1 Loaf

The star ingredient is the sour cream so please don’t skip or substitute this out if you can help it! The sour cream adds the moist and softness to this amazing banana bread. This converts very well as muffins (about 12 large muffins). One secret – you can use frozen ripened bananas if you thaw it out before using in this recipe.
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Pistachio Cake and Whipped Frosting

Prep Time
15 Min
Cook Time
45 Min
Serving
8 People

I was pleasantly surprised the first time I tried pistachio cake and even more so with how easy and simple it is to make. The club soda and pudding mix adds an interesting twist to this recipe. It has become a new favorite and go-to-cake for birthdays and special occasions.
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Lemon Pound Cake Muffins with Lemon Glaze

Prep Time
30 Min
Cook Time
35 Min
Serving
12 large muffins

It may sound confusing but think more pound cake than muffin because this is really just like lemon pound cake but in the muffin form, which is a convenient portion size and can easily be frozen too. The glaze isn’t what you might expect because it won’t show up as a thick white glaze – it’s thinner and not as sweet (more powdered sugar = thicker and sweeter).
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Applesauce Pecan Coffee Cake

Prep Time
10 Min
Cook Time
30 Min
Serving
8-9 Slices

The applesauce-cinnamon-brown sugar-pecan combo is a classic for Fall but this recipe can really be enjoyed all year round for breakfast, brunch, or as a nice treat. The streusel topping truly makes this recipe so don’t skip it!
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kabocha

Roasted Kabocha

Prep Time
10 Min
Cook Time
40 Min
Serving
4 Cups

This is a simple and healthy snack by itself or may compliment a meal as a side dish. It is slightly sweet but the olive oil, salt and pepper give it a great savory flavor. You may rinse, dry, and save the seeds for later to roast as well.
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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Prep Time
20 Min
Cook Time
20 Min
Serving
6 Cups

This is the ultimate comfort food. Enjoy this classic recipe if you’re looking for something warm, creamy and a little crunchy, and wonderfully cheesy. If you prefer the extra gooey version, the macaroni and cheese is done after you mix the pasta and seasonings into the cheese sauce – skip the breadcrumbs and baking altogether. Either way, you can’t go wrong with this macaroni and cheese recipe!
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Shrimp Pad Thai

Prep Time
20 Min
Cook Time
30 Min
Serving
4 Cups

The sweet and spicy stir fry noodles that everyone loves. If you decide to stick with shrimp, the trick is to cook it with the shell on and remove it after it’s fully cooked. This will prevent overcooking the shrimp.
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