Simple Midwest Comfort Classics Made With Real Ingredients

Here, you’ll find easy, family-favorite recipes made with simple ingredients—perfect for busy weeknights, holiday gatherings, and everything in between.

Game Day Snacks

The Best Hot Boursin Cheese Dip – Easy Appetizer

Hot Taco Dip with Cottage Cheese

Taco Empanadas

Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos with Ground Chicken



Air Fryer Favorites

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

How To Reheat Chicken Wings In Air Fryer

Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs

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Meet Jill

Hi, I’m Jill!  I’m the recipe developer, former food retail business owner, and mom behind this website.  Here you will get simple comfort food recipes that let you have fun, feel confident, and enjoy the results that have family and friends asking for seconds. 

I grew up in a time where casseroles started with a can of condensed soup and dessert meant peeling off cellophane.  I’ve traded in the cans for fresh ingredients but kept all the comfort and convenience.


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Jill’s Favorites

Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Soup

The Best Hamburger Stroganoff Recipe

Chicken Bolognese Sauce

Easy Jamaican Vegetarian Rasta Pasta Recipe

Easy Breakfast Tortilla Pizza with Egg

Quick and Easy Walking Taco Bake with Fritos

Taco Empanadas

Ground Beef Cream Cheese Enchiladas


Easy Dinner Recipes

BBQ Mac N Cheese with Chicken

30-Minute Oven Baked Ricotta Chicken Meatballs

BBQ Pork Tacos

Green Bean Casserole with Ground Beef


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