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Do you have a favorite mac and cheese recipe? Perhaps the one your mother used to make, or the one your neighbor brought you when you moved into your house?

I’m sure we all have “that perfect recipe” for this classic dish – but if you never try a new one, you won’t know if there’s something even better out there! You see, I thought I had found my forever favorite and I didn’t even want to try messing things up with a new recipe. But then my husband saw this one and he was begging me to make it; “Just this once! We can go back to the old one if this isn’t good!” The things you do for your loved ones… Well, I did make this – and I was so happy I did! This has now replaced my former recipe and I doubt I’ll be searching for a new one any time soon!

Sharp white cheddar melts in a buttery bacon bliss. This ain’t your school-lunch mac n’ cheese! This recipe serves about 6-8 people, and only takes an hour from prep to cooling. You can also add a bread crumb topping, for a little extra crisp.  Feel free to also add fresh tomato. Whatever you do, I doubt you’ll have leftovers with this dish!

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Food Network

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Quick tip: Add more garlic, if you’d prefer a stronger flavor.

The Only Bread Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Hi everyone! Now, here’s a classic that never goes out of style! Year after year, decade after decade kids and adults alike have been crazy for this lovely bread – which can be served as a wonderful breakfast or turned into a delicious dessert. Any way you serve it, it will surely please the crowds! I’m sure by now you have already figured out what I’m talking about? It’s the banana bread, of course!

Who doesn’t love this warm classic on a chilly morning? Especially if you melt a little butter over the top, it goes so well with a cup of coffee. Pure perfection, if you ask me!

This is one of Martha Stewart’s older recipes, she starts out by stating “the older the better.” Once this bread is cooled and sliced, it should be refrigerated to maintain it’s shape.

If you’d like, you could add your favorite cream cheese filling and then drizzle this with melted chocolate for extra awesomeness!

Recipe and photo courtesy of MarthaStewart.com

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Quick tip: You can use creme fraiche, instead of the sour cream, if preferred.

Weeknight dinners are incredibly easy when you plan ahead. Perfect for a cold, winter’s night, this recipe is an essential, to keep warm and have a slice of love. This recipe serves 4-6 people.  If you want to spice it up, add a little chili powder, it pairs wonderfully with the creamy essence of the dish. You can also serve this with some wonderfully toasted bread rife with seasoning.

This soup can also be served as an appetizer, if you’re planning for a festive meal for your family or friends! Serve in small bowls with a dollop of sour cream – and make sure you have the recipe at hand. Your dinner guests are going to be begging you for it! Let’s hear it from our friends over at Food Network:

This was delicious! I made it as written except I forgot to pick up fresh herbs, so I just used dried.  I will definitely make this again!

 

Recipe and photo courtesy of  The Food Network

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Quick tip: If you like extra spicy soups, add some red pepper flakes!

Mashed potatoes is an absolute essential side dish for so many families. But that being said, not many of us like going through the same steps over and over again… boil, butter, mash… repeat. Even the most delicious dishes start to get a little boring when they’re always made exactly the same way. Why not dress them up for a change, in a creamy cheesy casserole?

Casseroles are great for family dinners, because they can generally be prepped the day before, and save you time in the kitchen when you know you’re going to have a busy day. This two-cheese rosemary mashed potato casserole, will make a fabulous debut on your table at your next family gathering. Just make sure you have the recipe at hand – everyone will be asking for the recipe!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Betty Crocker

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Quick tip: As long as it melts, you can substitute any cheese in this recipe.

When the turkey is piping hot, and the sides are on their way to the table, this quick recipe for a meaty, thick gravy, will set the meal over the top.  Smother your tender cut of meat and buttery mash with this gravy, and you can’t go wrong! If you only want to cook turkey once a year, don’t worry – you can use the same recipe for your roast beef. It’s simple, quick and easy, and it will make your meal so much more delicious!

This recipe makes 8 servings, so if you have more guests, you should consider doubling the recipe, and serving a side at each end of the table. Betty Crocker has always know how to make our staples foods the best they can be, and chances are, they’ll be no leftover gravy at your dinner table this time! Make sure you have this recipe at hand – your guests are going to be begging you for it!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Betty Crocker

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Quick tip: This is the perfect gravy for any meal!

Sure, mash potatoes are a staple for almost any dinner, but why not try something new, while still sticking to that beloved potato dish on the table? This recipe takes everything we love about a creamy and crispy twice baked potato, and puts it in a casserole, for everyone to share!

This recipe calls for a lot of dairy, so be careful if you have any lactose intolerant guests. You can also add to the recipe, by sprinkling the top of the casserole with some of the left over bacon bits, some parsley, and chives. This dish calls for a lot of potatoes. It’s a large casserole, and serves up to 16 people, generously. That shouldn’t be a problem, though, even if you’re not trying to feed a large crowd. It is so delicious you’re going to want to have plenty of leftovers!

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Quick tip: You can substitute a pepper jack, or jalapeno cheese to spice up the dish a little.

Big family dinner coming up? I bet you know what your entree is going to be, but have you decided on the side dish yet? Most people go for a typical green-bean casserole for a nice and easy side dish, but why not spice it up, and pre-portion out individual, cutely wrapped, servings?  It’s a stylish alternative to the classic recipe.

The beans are blanched, so they still retain the majority of their nutrients and flavor. Tucked beneath the crisp, smoky bacon, is a sweet prune, melded to the bean stocks by a creamy almond butter. It’s all the flavors of a typical green bean side dish, but laced together elegantly. This is such an easy way to turn a basic side dish into a show stopper – you’ll wow your dinner guest for sure, when you bring these out!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Elle Decor

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Quick tip: Choose turkey bacon for a leaner option.