• Pepperoni Pizza Sub Sliders

    Pepperoni Pizza Sub Sliders

    Soft hoagie rolls stuffed with marinara, pepperoni, and string cheese, baked with a garlic butter topping. A delicious pizza-inspired slider!

    🍴 Ingredients:
    _ 5 hoagie rolls
    _ 1 cup marinara sauce
    _ 1 package pepperoni
    _ 6 string cheese sticks
    _ Β½ cup parmesan cheese
    _ 2 tbsp garlic butter
    _ 1 tsp dried oregano
    _ Β½ tsp red pepper flakes

    πŸ‘©πŸ½β€πŸ³ Instructions:
    1_ Preheat oven to 375Β°F. Grease a baking dish.
    2_ Slice hoagie rolls lengthwise. Hollow out slightly.
    3_ Spread marinara sauce inside each roll. Add string cheese and pepperoni.
    4_ Brush tops with garlic butter. Sprinkle with parmesan, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
    5_ Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bread is golden.
    6_ Serve warm. Enjoy the cheese pull!

    πŸ“ Notes: Use any cheese. Add olives for extra flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

  • Crockpot Ravioli & Meatball Casserole

    Ingredients

    • 1 bag frozen meatballs
    • 1 package refrigerated cheese ravioli
    • 1 jar marinara sauce
    • 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Β½ cup milk
    • Optional: Parmesan, Italian seasoning, or parsley

    Instructions

    1. Pour a thin layer of marinara sauce into the bottom of the slow cooker.
    2. Add a layer of frozen meatballs and cheese ravioli.
    3. Pour more marinara sauce over the top. Add the milk and gently spread everything around so the ravioli is coated.
    4. Repeat the layers until all the ravioli and meatballs are used.
    5. Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours, or until the ravioli is tender and the meatballs are heated through.
    6. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking.
    7. Cover again and let the cheese melt.
    8. Sprinkle with Parmesan, Italian seasoning, or parsley if desired, then serve warm.

  • Ghostly Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cups

    These Ghostly Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cups layer creamy no-bake cheesecake with sweet strawberry filling and buttery strawberry crunch. Adorable whipped-cream ghosts on top turn them into a fun, spooky Halloween dessert.

    Ingredients

    Strawberry Crunch

    * 18 Golden Oreo cookies
    * 1 package (3 oz) Jell-O Strawberry Gelatin
    * 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

    Cheesecake Filling

    * 2 packages (8 oz each) Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
    * 3/4 cup powdered sugar
    * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    * 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    * 1 cup Cool Whip, thawed

    Strawberry Layer

    * 1 can (21 oz) Lucky Leaf Strawberry Pie Filling

    Ghost Topping

    * 2 cups Cool Whip, thawed
    * 24 mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

    Directions

    1. Crush the Golden Oreos into fine crumbs. Stir in the dry strawberry gelatin mix and melted butter until evenly combined.
    2. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
    3. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold it and 1 cup Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture.
    4. Spoon a layer of strawberry crunch into the bottoms of 12 small clear dessert cups.
    5. Add a layer of cheesecake filling, followed by a spoonful of strawberry pie filling. Repeat with another layer of cheesecake filling.
    6. Sprinkle additional strawberry crunch over the tops.
    7. Spoon or pipe the remaining Cool Whip into a tall ghost shape on each cup.
    8. Add 2 mini chocolate chips to each ghost for eyes.
    9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

  • Chicken Biscuit Casserole

    Chicken Biscuit Casserole

    Creamy chicken mixture topped with golden biscuits and melted cheese. A comforting, hearty meal with a side salad!

    🍴 Ingredients:
    _ 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
    _ 1 can cream of chicken soup
    _ Β½ cup milk
    _ 2 cups shredded cheddar
    _ 1 can Pillsbury Grands biscuits
    _ Side salad (for serving)
    _ Salt and pepper to taste

    πŸ‘©πŸ½β€πŸ³ Instructions:
    1_ Preheat oven to 375Β°F. Grease a baking dish.
    2_ In a bowl, mix chicken, soup, milk, and 1 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
    3_ Pour into the baking dish. Top with biscuits and remaining cheese.
    4_ Bake for 25-30 minutes until biscuits are golden and cheese is bubbly.
    5_ Serve with a side salad. Enjoy the cheese pull!

    πŸ“ Notes: Use any cheese. Add vegetables for extra flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Chopped Italian Sub Sandwich

    A creamy, chopped Italian sub salad piled into crusty hoagie rolls. A flavorful, satisfying sandwich!

    🍴 Ingredients:
    _ 2 hoagie rolls
    _ Β½ lb sliced turkey, chopped
    _ Β½ lb honey ham, chopped
    _ 4 slices provolone, cubed
    _ 2 cups shredded lettuce
    _ 1 tomato, diced
    _ Β½ cup banana peppers
    _ ΒΌ cup mayonnaise
    _ 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
    _ 1 tsp Italian seasoning
    _ Grated parmesan (for garnish)

    πŸ‘©πŸ½β€πŸ³ Instructions:
    1_ In a bowl, combine turkey, ham, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, and banana peppers.
    2_ Add mayonnaise, vinegar, and Italian seasoning. Toss until well coated.
    3_ Slice hoagie rolls lengthwise. Fill with the chopped salad mixture.
    4_ Top with parmesan and extra banana peppers. Serve immediately.

    πŸ“ Notes: Use any deli meat. Add olives for extra flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 day.

  • Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries

    These fries are crispy, cheesy, spicy, and completely loaded! Perfect for game day, movie night, or when an ordinary plate of fries just won’t do. πŸ˜‹

    Ingredients:

    β€’ 1 bag frozen crinkle-cut fries
    β€’ 1 bag frozen popcorn chicken
    β€’ Β½ cup buffalo wing sauce
    β€’ 1 cup warm salsa con queso
    β€’ 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    β€’ Ranch dressing for drizzling
    β€’ ΒΌ cup crushed spicy corn chips
    β€’ Chopped green onions
    β€’ Chopped celery, optional

    Directions:

    Bake the fries and popcorn chicken according to the package directions until golden and crispy.

    Transfer the fries to a large baking tray. Toss the hot popcorn chicken with buffalo sauce, then spread it over the fries.

    Sprinkle mozzarella over everything and return the tray to the oven for 3–5 minutes, or until the cheese melts. Pour warm queso over the top, drizzle generously with ranch, and finish with crushed spicy chips and chopped green onions.

    Serve immediately while everything is hot, crispy, and gloriously messy! Add chopped celery for a fresh crunch or serve it on the side.

    Would you share this tray, or claim the whole thing for yourself? πŸ˜‚πŸ”₯