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Italian lasagna recipe


    Italian lasagna is always a great choice if you need a dish to prepare for dinner that will serve several people or can be eaten as leftovers. This lasagna is layered with a meat sauce, mozzarella cheese and a ricotta cheese mixture. The sauce is an Italian Bolognese that gets a lot of flavor from celery, onion, carrots, and garlic. A little bit of red wine is added into the sauce for amazing flavor. The sauce uses two meats—ground beef and pork. The ricotta layer gets a lot of flavor from fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Preparing lasagna does require a good amount of work but it is well worth it. You can serve this recipe with garlic bread on the side. Enjoy.
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    Meatball casserole recipe


      This meatball casserole is a simple Italian dish that is perfect for dinner any night of the week. This dish consists of meatballs, spaghetti sauce and cheese. You will probably want to serve this dish with some type of pasta—I used linguini. The meatballs are Italian style and use ground beef and get a lot of flavor from ingredients such as garlic, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese and oregano. The meatballs are first baked in the oven and then placed into the casserole to finish cooking. Enjoy.
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      Mississippi roast recipe


        I am not sure why this recipe is called Mississippi roast but it is a fantastic recipe to prepare in the slow cooker. This beef roast gets a lot of its flavor from au jus and ranch dressing seasoning packets. Additional flavor comes from pepperoncini. To prepare this recipe simply add everything to the slow cooker and let it cook for 8 hours and then shred the beef and it is ready to serve. I like to serve this roast with mashed potatoes and use the sauce in the crockpot as a gravy. Enjoy.
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        Hamburger steak with gravy recipe

          Hamburger Steak with Gravy
          This recipe for hamburger steak and gravy is great to serve for dinner. The hamburger patties are fried in the pan and then the gravy is prepared. The hamburger gets a lot of flavor from Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and mustard. The real highlight of this recipe is the delicious gravy. The gravy is easy to prepare and consists mostly of beef broth with some garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a few other ingredients. You can serve this recipe with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. You can also add some sliced mushrooms if you want. Enjoy.
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          Manicotti with meat sauce recipe

            Manicotti with Meat Sauce
            This is a recipe for manicotti with meat sauce that is baked in a casserole dish. The manicotti is stuffed with ricotta cheese, fresh oregano, and parmesan. The sauce is just a simple combination of ground beef, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and seasonings. The manicotti is topped off with a layer of shredded parmesan cheese. It is a little bit of work to stuff the cheese mixture into the manicotti shells but it is worth the effort. I like to serve this recipe with garlic bread. Enjoy.
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            Fried ravioli recipe

              Fried Ravioli
              Fried ravioli is perfect to serve as an appetizer. This recipe consists of ravioli that are breaded and then fried in oil and served with marinara sauce. You can use whatever type of ravioli for this recipe you like. I used beef and cheese. The ravioli should be thawed and not frozen. This recipe is easy to prepare and only consists of a few ingredients. You can use either a deep-fryer or a deep skillet partially filled with oil to cook the ravioli. I like to top these with parmesan cheese. Enjoy.
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              Sloppy Joe French bread pizza recipe

                Sloppy Joe French Bread Pizza
                Using French bread as the crust for this sloppy joe French bread pizza makes it so easy to prepare. French bread is topped with prepared sloppy joe meat and cheese and then baked to perfection in the oven. The sloppy joe meat consists of ingredients such as ground beef, bell pepper, onion, and tomato sauce. For the cheese, I used a blend of Colby and Monterey jack but several other types of cheeses such as cheddar would be great as well. I like to serve this sloppy joe French bread pizza with a salad on the side. Enjoy.
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                Swedish meatballs recipe

                  Swedish Meatballs
                  Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that consists of meatballs that are fried in the pan and served with a homemade gravy over mashed potatoes or egg noodles. This is one of the better Swedish meatball recipes that I have tried. This recipe uses common ingredients, many of which you probably already have on hand. The meatballs are prepared and then fried in butter and olive oil, then gravy is prepared in the same skillet. The gravy is a combination of beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. I like to serve these meatballs over egg noodles. Enjoy.
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                  BBQ ranch burgers recipe

                    BBQ Ranch Burgers
                    These BBQ ranch burgers get a lot of flavor from ranch dressing mix and prepared bbq sauce. The burgers are topped with ranch guacamole. You can either grill these burgers on an outdoor grill, cook them in the frying pan or on a griddle. The ground beef is mixed with ingredients such as ranch dressing, bbq sauce, shredded cheddar cheese and minced onion. I like to serve these burgers with French fries. Enjoy!
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                    Bacon cheeseburger tater tot casserole recipe

                      Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
                      This bacon cheeseburger tater tot casserole combines the ingredients of a cheeseburger with tater tots. What is great about this recipe is how easy it is to prepare. Ground beef is brown in a skillet and then mixed with seasonings and ketchup and mustard. The ground beef mixture is placed into a baking dish and topped with bacon, tater tots, and cheese. Once the dish has finished baking you can top it with your favorite cheeseburger condiments such as diced tomato and pickle. Enjoy.
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                      French onion chicken recipe

                        French Onion Chicken
                        This French onion chicken is cooked in a skillet and topped off with a sauce, caramelized onions and gruyere cheese. The chicken is seasoned with spices such as Herbs de Provence, granulated onion and garlic. The sauce is a combination of white wine and beef stock. Fresh thyme really adds a nice flavor to this recipe. The chicken is first cooked in the pan and then transferred to the broiler to melt the cheese. You can serve this recipe with mashed potatoes or rice. Enjoy.
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                        Shepherd’s pie recipe

                          Shepherd's Pie
                          Shepherd’s Pie consists of meat and vegetables in a gravy topped with mashed potatoes that are baked in a casserole dish. This process of preparing this recipe includes browning the ground beef with the vegetables and then added various ingredients to the gravy. The gravy gets a lot of its flavor from wine, beef broth and Guinness stout. The mashed potatoes are prepared on the stovetop and everything is layered into a baking dish. The mashed potatoes are topped with cheddar cheese for even more great flavor. If you have never prepared Shepherd’s Pie before, it does require a bit of work to prepare. You will want to give yourself about two hours to prepare this recipe. Enjoy.
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                          BBQ cheddar stuffed meatballs recipe

                            BBQ Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs
                            These BBQ cheddar stuffed meatballs are a very delicious dinner to prepare. These meatballs use ingredients such as ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk onion, and garlic. The meat mixture is formed and then cubes of cheddar cheese are pressed into the center of the meatballs. Try and form the meat mixture around the cheese chunks as well as possible to avoid leaks. Chances are some of the cheese will leak out but you don’t want it all too. These meatballs are fully cooked in the oven, no pan-frying is required. The BBQ sauce is homemade and uses common ingredients which you may already have on hand. I like to serve these meatballs with macaroni and cheese. Enjoy.
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                            Ground chicken tacos recipe

                              Ground Chicken Tacos
                              Using ground chicken is a healthier alternative than using ground beef for tacos and best of all, it tastes just as good if not better! This is a very simple recipe that is easy to prepare. The chicken is cooked in the pan and mixed with tomato sauce and various seasonings such as garlic, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, oregano and paprika. Chances are you already have almost all of the spice ingredients on hand to prepare this recipe. This taco meat can be served in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, etc. I like to top these delicious tacos off with lettuce, cheese, and taco sauce. Enjoy.
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                              Mozzarella stuffed meatballs recipe

                                Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
                                Meatballs get even better when they are stuffed with mozzarella cheese. The meatballs are cooked in the slow cooker right in the spaghetti sauce. You can use either your favorite brand of sauce or even make your own. The meatballs use two different types of meat—spicy Italian sausage and ground beef. I really like the flavor that the Italian sausage adds to this recipe. Try to form the ground beef mixture as well as you can around the cheese cubes so that it does not leak out while cooking. However, it is normal for some of the cheese to come out. I like to serve these meatballs with spaghetti noodles. Enjoy.
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                                Cheeseburger stuffed shells recipe

                                  Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells
                                  These cheeseburger stuffed shells combine the ingredients of a cheeseburger with pasta. The shells are stuffed with a ground beef mixture, topped off with sauce and cheese, and then baked in the oven. The ground beef is browned in the pan and then mixed with ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and cheddar cheese. The sauce is just a simple combination of ketchup and tomato sauce. When the shells are finished baking you can top them off with your favorite cheeseburger condiments such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle. Enjoy.
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                                  Bacon cheeseburger pizza recipe

                                    Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza
                                    This cheese burger pizza is loaded with ground beef, bacon, sauce, cheese, pickles, and red onion. What I like about this pizza is if you use a premade crust it is very easy to prepare. The ground beef is cooked in the pan and seasoned with salt and pepper. You can cook the bacon in the same skillet or if you want to save time, you can use pre-cooked bacon. The bacon can be also cooked in the oven or microwave if you would prefer. You can use store bought sauce or even make your own pizza sauce. This is a delicious pizza to serve for game day. Enjoy.
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                                    BBQ turkey meatballs recipe

                                      BBQ Turkey Meatballs
                                      These BBQ turkey meatballs are a healthier alternative to using ground beef. Preparing this recipe is very easy—the ingredients for the meatballs are mixed in a bowl and then rolled into small balls. Then they are placed into the oven and baked until they are fully cooked. A bbq sauce is prepared for a glaze. The bbq sauce combines a pre-made bbq sauce with ingredients such as ketchup and mustard. These meatballs go great served for dinner or as an appetizer. Enjoy.
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                                      Taco Bell cheesy potato burrito recipe

                                        Taco Bell Cheesy Potato Burrito
                                        The cheesy potato burrito from Taco Bell is loaded with seasoned ground beef, potatoes, nacho cheese and sour cream. The ground beef is cooked in the pan with taco seasoning. If you want you can make your own copycat Taco Bell Taco Seasoning. The potatoes are sliced into chunks and fried in a bit of oil until crispy on the outside. After the burritos are rolled up they are toasted on both sides in the pan to make them a little crispy. The combination of the nacho cheese and sour cream really helps to add a good amount of flavor to this recipe. If you enjoy the cheesy potato burrito from Taco Bell, give this one a try. Enjoy!
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                                        McDonald’s grilled onion cheddar burger recipe

                                          McDonald's Grilled Onion Cheddar
                                          This is a copycat recipe for the grilled onion cheddar burger from McDonald’s Restaurant. Fast food can often be disappointing and you can make a much more flavorful burger right at home. This burger consists of a beef patty topped with white cheddar cheese and caramelized onions. You can cook the burger on a griddle or in a pan. If you want you can also grill the burgers on an outdoor grill. The onions are cooked in the frying pan until slightly browned. I like to serve these burgers with French fries. Enjoy.
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                                          Red Robin bonzai burger recipe

                                            Red Robin Bonzai Burger
                                            These are very similar to the Bonzai Burger that is served at Red Robin. The Bonzai burger is a teriyaki-glazed beef patty that is grilled and topped with cheddar cheese, tomato, pineapple, and lettuce. I really enjoy the flavor combination of the teriyaki sauce and the pineapple ring. You can either use an outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan for this recipe. For the teriyaki sauce, you can use your favorite brand from the store to make your own. This is a great recipe for summer outdoor grilling. Enjoy.
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                                            Carolina slaw dogs recipe

                                              Carolina Slaw Dogs
                                              Caroline Slaw Dogs are hot dogs topped with beanless chili, coleslaw and mustard. The chili combines ground beef with various ingredients such as onion, tomato paste, ketchup and many more. The coleslaw just uses a basic cabbage and carrot mixture. If you want you can just buy a bag of shredded cabbage and carrots or chop the vegetables yourself. Of course, you can save time by purchasing pre-made coleslaw and canned chili for this recipe but I recommend making both fresh. The hot dogs can be boiled in water or grilled, whichever you would prefer. Serve with potato chips. Enjoy.
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                                              Chili pasta bake recipe

                                                chili pasta bake
                                                This chili pasta bake makes a delicious and easy dinner and if you want to prepare enough to feed a lot of people the ingredients can easily be doubled. Preparing this recipe is simple—a ground beef mixture is prepared on the stovetop and mixed with cooked pasta shells and then placed into a casserole dish and topped off with shredded cheese. The ground beef mixtures get a lot of its flavor from chili powder and cumin. You can either use kidney beans or black beans for this recipe, I prefer black beans. You can also experiment with different types of cheeses on top—I like a Mexican cheese blend. This dish goes great served with sour cream and green onions on top. Enjoy.
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                                                Walking taco casserole recipe

                                                  walking taco casserole
                                                  This walking taco casserole combines your favorite ingredients from a walking taco into a delicious casserole. Taco meat is layered in a baking dish with Frito chips, cheddar cheese soup and shredded Mexican cheese blend. Once the casserole has finished baking, it is topped off with lettuce and tomato. If you want to add some beans to this dish, you can mix refried beans or black beans right in with the ground beef mixture. You can serve this recipe with sour cream and salsa if you would like. Enjoy.
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                                                  Shrimp po’ boy recipe

                                                    Shrimp Po' Boy
                                                    The Po’ boy originated in Louisiana and consists of a type of meat such as beef or shrimp served on French bread. For this Po’ Boy the type of meat is fried shrimp. The sandwich is loaded with fried shrimp, lettuce, tomato, pickles and a sauce. The shrimp is coated with an egg and flour mixture and then fried in the deep-fryer. The sauce, called Remoulade Sauce, gets a lot of its flavor from ingredients such as mayonnaise, horseradish, and pickle relish. If you do not want to make the sauce, simply using mayonnaise will work as well. The French bread is toasted in the oven to give this sandwich an additional crunch. This recipe goes great served with French fries. Enjoy.
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                                                    Million dollar spaghetti recipe

                                                      million dollar spaghetti
                                                      I always enjoy a good spaghetti recipe and this Million Dollar Spaghetti is great. This spaghetti is baked in the oven in a casserole dish. Noodles are topped with butter and a cream cheese mixture, spaghetti sauce, and cheese. For the spaghetti sauce, I have included a simple sauce recipe but you could also use your favorite homemade sauce or store bought sauce. You can substitute the ground beef with Italian sausage if you would prefer. You can also replace the cheddar cheese with mozzarella or an Italian cheese blend might be good on this casserole. I like to serve this recipe with garlic bread. Enjoy.

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                                                      Jack Daniel’s meatballs recipe

                                                        Jack Daniel's Meatballs
                                                        I like to use Jack Daniel’s whiskey in all different types of recipes, including meatballs. These meatballs are flavored with Chinese ingredients such as soy sauce and green onion. For the meat I used ground pork but you could use ground beef as well. The meatballs consist of typical ingredients such as breadcrumbs, egg, and parmesan cheese. I like to add fresh garlic and green onion right into the meat mixture for even more flavor. Once the meatballs are rolled they are placed into the oven and baked. The sauce is boiled on the stove top and gets a lot of its flavor from Jack Daniels and soy sauce. You can double the sauce ingredients if you want a little more sauce for the noodles. I like to serve this dish over pasta noodles and sesame seed and green onions for a garnish. Enjoy.

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