Chicken Tater tot Casserole
Creamy chicken and veggies are mixed up and topped with cheese and crispy Tater tots in this tasty casserole with some serious pot pie vibes.
Dinner
Easy, family-friendly dinners are life-savers for busy mom's! We have a great collection of easy recipes using ground beef, chicken, seafood, or even vegetarian.
Many are one-pot or cook up in under 30 minutes. We even have great recipes for kids to make themselves!
Cheesy Chicken Rice Casserole
I bet your grandma made something like this sometimes for family dinners, and you can count on a bite of this taking you right back
Short Rib Stroganoff Recipe: A Delicious Twist on the classic
A short rib stroganoff is a variation of the classic stroganoff, but with short ribs instead of beef strips. Short ribs are known for their
quick & easy Ground Beef Stroganoff
A twist on the traditional Stroganoff recipe and ready in under 30 minutes! Ground beef, mushrooms, onions, and a sour cream/yogurt sauce tossed with egg
Grandma's Sunday Oven Pot Roast
Nothing beats this recipe for a flavorful, fork-tender recipe that is in the oven in 15 minutes with pantry ingredients and a bottle of red
4-Ingredient Ravioli Lasagna
Did we mention this ravioli lasagna uses only 4 ingredients and comes together in under 10 minutes? Perfect for weeknights!
Traditional Swedish Meatball Recipe: Easy and Delicious
From my Minnesota kitchen, step-by-step instructions for Swedish meatballs BETTER than the IKEA meatballs.
Reheat A Casserole: 3 Best Ways Without Drying Out
Casseroles are a favorite in our house. These dishes are easy to prepare, delicious, and can serve a crowd easily. I'm sure we've all had
Cast Iron Pizza: And The secrets for perfect results
Utilize frozen bread dough and your cast iron pan to create the ultimate deep dish pizza with ease! Full of old-fashioned flavor and perfect for
Weeknight Dinner Win: Quick and Easy Hawaiian Chicken Recipe
If you are looking for something sweet and savory try this easy and delicious Hawaiian Chicken recipe. Made with juicy chicken chunks, flavorful sauce, and
Minnesota Tater Tot Hotdish
Full of warm, comforting flavor... Tater Tot HotDish is a favorite recipe for everyone!
Vegetarian Mexican Tortilla Casserole
You'll love that this Mexican Tortilla Casserole is vegetarian, gluten-free, takes only 15 minutes to prepare, and is ALWAYS a family favorite. And the best
the BEST Homemade Sloppy joes recipe
A favorite in our family, this is srsly the BEST homemade sloppy joe sauce. Easy to make and freeze...you'll adore this one!
the Easiest Hot Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders
Nothing but delicious Rhodes dinner rolls, flavorful sliced ham, topped with sweet pineapple slices, ooey gooey Swiss cheese, slathered in a delicious maple mustard sauce,
The Shepherd's Cheesy Pie Recipe - Super Easy!
Looking for a comfort food recipe? Our Shepherd's Cheesy Pie recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Learn more about this recipe here.
homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipe
This easy skillet Cheeseburger Macaroni recipe is a close re-creation of the Hamburger Helper version but homemade and using all real ingredients.
Easy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
This classic spaghetti dinner recipe is a breeze to prepare and is a family pleaser. Try this easy chicken spaghetti recipe tonight!
the easiest Dorito Casserole (Pie)
A family friendly meal, Dorito pie (or casserole) is layers of crushed Doritos, ground beef filling, salsa, cheese, and sour cream. A hearty casserole all
Tater Tot Sloppy Joe Casserole the whole family will go nuts for!
Y'alllllll!! Tater tot casserole just got a major update and Joe is responsible. Sloppy Joe, to be exact. This is a perfect blend of sloppy
Midwest Tuna Noodle Casserole (no soup)
Your pantry has all the ingredients for this flavorful and satisfying casserole that is easy on a budget without sacrificing flavor. Perfectly cooked egg noodles,
Ground Beef Wellington Recipe - looks & tastes fancy...so easy!
An easy recipe that is as impressively beautiful as it is delicious. Master this recipe and you'll always have a company friendly dish! Utilizes puff
Easy Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe
This easy dinner whips up fast in the Instant Pot and is a great recipe for Instant Pot beginners and those looking to get a
30 minute Skillet Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Searching for a dinner that’s easy to prepare? This Skillet Tuscan Chicken recipe is quick to prepare and tastes delicious. Have it for dinner tonight!
Easy Gnocchi alfredo
Gnocchi Alfredo is a classic comfort-food combination. Try this easy recipe! It’s a great one-pan 15-Minute dinner idea when you are in a rush. You'll
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Are there any tools you recommend I have in my kitchen before I get started?
A large mixing bowl, whisk, chef's knife, baking sheet, and skillet should get you started on most recipes. As you do more cooking & baking you'll find yourself building on the basic supplies you need to. In fact, check out my essential supplies list for a tiny kitchen. This list was created when we were renting and I had to condense my supplies down a TON. This list will give you a great place to start as well as tell you how you can multi-purpose several tools, if needed.
To learn more about the tools and supplies I keep on hand in my own current kitchen, check out what's In the NellieBellie Cupboard for links and info.
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You'll want to keep some basic baking and cooking ingredients on hand. Flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, oil, salt, pepper, bouillon, pasta or rice, and canned beans are some items most people find useful. As you start using recipes you'll learn more of what ingredients would be helpful to keep in your pantry.
If you want to learn more now, check out what I keep stocked In the NellieBellie Cupboard.
Do you have recipes for special diets? Where can I find them?
We have LOTS of recipes for Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free diets. On the recipe index page we have an easy button to sort via diet. You'll find lots of great recipes!
