Cooking for Thanksgiving is one of my very favorite things to do. I love to cook! It really is a passion of mine. The clean up… not so much! I prep and plan our Thanksgiving meal for days prior and then cook all day long on Thanksgiving Day only for everything to be devoured in a matter of less than 30 minutes. A little sad but we ALWAYS have Thanksgiving leftovers which is a perk. Continue reading
A little bit of creativity is crucial when it comes to eating well. Rather than denying yourself or overindulging just a few tweaks here and there won’t have you missing out on anything. Turn these idea yummy ideas into habits to ensure you lead the healthiest lifestyle possible (well still enjoying it)!
Have you ever had Cracker Barrel’s Hashbrown Casserole? I will go there simply because of their hashbrown casserole! Wanting to make it myself, I nailed it the first time because it is just so easy to make! It isn’t quite the same as Cracker Barrel as I use Monterey Jack cheese in mine (although you could easily use cheddar cheese instead to make it like Cracker Barrel’s) but it is just as delicious or maybe even MORE delicious! Maybe I am just partial haha. 
I LOVE how I can make it for any meal of the day. It can be the main course for breakfast or a side dish for lunch or dinner. You just HAVE to try it! You won’t want any other hashbrown casserole recipe after you make this so make sure you bookmark it!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly rub butter on the bottom of the casserole dish. Melt butter in the skillet and add chopped onions. Sautee until onions are golden brown. I could eat a bowl of just the onions by themselves! 
In a large bowl, mix together sauteed onions, sour cream, cream of celery, cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and hashbrowns. Mix well. 
Pour the mixture into buttered 9×13 casserole dish. Sprinkle crushed chips on top evenly. Bake for 45 minutes to an hour until casserole is hot and bubbly. 
This recipe takes hardly any prep time and is extremely easy! Anyone can make this and it turns out delicious. Enjoy! Let me know in the comments if you make it and what you think!!
10 Make Ahead Christmas Side Dish RecipesWe all know there is a WHOLE lot of cooking happening on Christmas morning. Who REALLY wants to be stuck in the kitchen all day? I love cooking and baking but I sure do NOT want to miss out on time around the tree with my kiddos. Enjoy these 10 recipes that you can make ahead to save time in the kitchen on Christmas Day!
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Fudge is great all year long. From Birthday parties to family gatherings to Christmas parties, fudge is a perfect addition to any menu! In addition, with the right recipe mixed with a little creativity, you can make your fudge not only taste great but also look great to add a little flair to your event! Continue reading
