There are just some things that everyone should know when making their way around the kitchen. Simple steps can save you a whole lot of headache and time such as placing a wooden spoon over a pot of boiling water. You won’t believe what this minute action can do for you! I know that I’ve found myself in plenty of sticky situations during cooking and I always wished I simple a simple solution or fix. Now, you and I both do with this helpful list of 7 kitchen hacks.

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I’m a big fan of sour cream. I also love noodles. So, you can guess my amazement when I discovered a casserole that combines the two of them. Baked sour cream and noodle casserole is da bomb! It’s easy to make and even easier to eat. My family comes running to the dinner table when I make this sumptuous due of flavor.

One of the best things about sour cream and noodle casserole, other than it’s bold flavor, is how simple and quick it is to throw together. You use very basic ingredients that you probably have on hand, so there are no impromptu trips to the supermarket. You’re going to love how this casserole smells while it’s baking in your oven, too.

Recipe courtesy of Life in the Lofthouse.

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Quick Tip: Serve this great bake with crusty bread and a side salad.

Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you: Meatball Sub Bubble Bake. Let’s all say that together, “Meatball Sub Bubble Bake.” Doesn’t the name just sound insanely palatable? I, for one, am a HUGE meatball sub fan. I love eating them smothered in red sauce, mozzarella cheese, and of course, plump, juicy meatballs.

This casserole covers all of the basics, and then some. You’ve got rich marinara sauce, chewy cheese, and pillowing biscuits all placed together in one baking dish. In under an hour, you’ll be sinking your teeth into this magnificent bubble bake of cheesy, meatbally goodness. My family loves this casserole, and we rarely have leftovers.

Recipe courtesy of Tip Hero.

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Quick Tip: Add a few sprinkles of parmesan cheese to individual servings for an extra boost of flavor.

Summer is quickly approaching and with it comes slews of picnics, BBQs, and garden parties. What will you be serving at these get-togethers? One of my favorite things to eat at a picnic are the side dishes, especially macaroni salad. When I came across this recipe for mac salad and chicken, I was head-over-heels happy!

Macaroni salad in itself is a staple picnic food, however, when you toss some shredded chicken into the bowl, it becomes more than a side dish. It becomes a meal. I honestly could scarf on chicken macaroni salad and nothing else (maybe some dessert) because it’s so filling. Shreds of tender chicken breast intermingled with pasta and a mayo sauce is my kind of comfort food!

Recipe courtesy of A Lot Of Recipes.

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Quick Tip: After salad has chilled in the refrigerator for a few hours, re-moisten it with a bit of mayo and some milk, if needed.

If your household is anything like mine, you probably have a boatload of Sloppy Joe lovers on your hands. I, for one, happen to love gnawing on a good old fashioned Sloppy Joe sandwich, but I hate the mess that they make. Have you ever feed a Sloppy Joe to a 3-year old? It’s a tragic occasion on the mess factor.

When I can across Sloppy Joe Casserole, my heart skipped a beat, and I did a few backflips through my dining room. Ok, that last part isn’t true, but I did do a little dance! This casserole is uh-mazing, folks. It tastes just like traditional Sloppy Joe sandwiches but doesn’t leave you with messy clumps of tomato sauced meat lying on your kitchen floor. It’s also very easy to make and only consists of 4 ingredients!

Recipe courtesy of A Lot Of Recipes.

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Quick Tip: If you pack school lunches (or work lunches) this casserole is a great way to satisfy the lunch hunger monster. Plop a leftover square into a microwave-safe container and send it on its way.

Dash the dreams of your oven with this recipe because it goes directly into your Crock Pot, and comes out ten times better. Slow cooker cubed steaks and gravy are exactly what the doctor ordered. The meat is so fall-apart tender and juicy when cooked in the Crock Pot that it’ll make you want to slap your grandma!

Sure, you can cook these cubed steaks and gravy in your oven and they will most likely taste mediocre, but why place only so-so tasting food in your mouth? Are you not worthy of noshing on a meal that’s a 10? Of course you are! Seriously, my kids are very picky eaters and normally would scowl at the mere sight of cubed steaks, however, when i made this recipe, they were ready to chow down.

Recipe courtesy of Down Home Comfort Food.

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Quick Tip: You can use either canned or fresh mushrooms in this recipe. I prefer to use canned.

When all you want is a juicy hamburger with a side of fries but you don’t feel like dragging out the grill, whip up this all-American casserole instead! In just 4 ingredients you can have an amazing dinner ready that your entire family will love. I find that this casserole is a HUGE hit with the kids.

I don’t know about you, but I don’t always have the time or energy to satisfy my grilled and deep fried cravings. This casserole has helped me get the best of both worlds. It combines savory hamburger, cheese, and a creamy sauce topped by a bed of French fries all baked to perfection. I love to top this casserole with all of the fixins’ like ketchup, mustard, dill relish, and diced onions.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Oh, Bite It.

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Quick Tip: Have condiments readily available like mustard, ketchup, BBQ sauce, pickles, onions, and anything else you like on your burger and fries.