In my home we eat so much Mac and Cheese. Truthfully, it’s almost always the Kraft kind, but it’s just so so good! However, as of late, we’ve been experimenting with homemade Mac and Cheese.  It’s been so much fun to try so many different kinds and experiment with the combinations of cheeses out there.

However, this has been our absolute favorite.  It’s basic with just cheddar cheese (make sure it’s finely shredded and sharp!) and has delicious flavors of milk, garlic and butter blended together.  It’s so basic, but who said basic is a bad thing?  It turned out to be oh so creamy and gooey and then with that buttery Panko crust that toasted beautifully?  ohh yum.  Can’t get enough!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Babble.

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Quick Tip: Make sure your pasta is cooked first and ready to go, or your cheese mixture will overcook while you wait.

My family would eat mac and cheese every day if they could. To them, it’s a food group I think! I don’t mind it, but I do get tired of eating it so often. I’m always looking for ways to make it a bit different. I’ve added chicken, sausage, veggies and ground beef. One things is for certain, I prefer it baked over stove prepared any day!

This recipe is for a 3 cheese version, and it’s baked! It features cheddar, gouda and cream cheese. It’s the cheesiest mac and cheese I’ve ever put in my mouth! So creamy and delicious it’s my new favorite, and it beats the old standby any day of the week! Bake it until it’s warm and bubbly, and a little browned on top, yum!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Country Living.

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Quick Tip: I always love buttered breadcrumbs on top of my mac and cheese. Try it, you’ll love it!

Super excited to find this easy, weeknight dish using the fresh eggplant from my garden, I made it that same night. Much to my surprise, the family devoured it like it was going out of style. Eggplant lasagna brings together two of my favorite things, and I knew at least I would like it, so I quickly harvested a few lovely eggplants and got busy.

I found I didn’t even miss the noodles in this famous Italian dish. It was still hearty, cheesy and as an added bonus, fresh. You know, that fresh taste you only get from garden veggies? Gosh I love that! I know that you and yours will enjoy this one as much as our brood did!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Country Living.

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Quick Tip: I love this dish served with hot, crusty bread to sop up the remaining sauce.

I may not have been born in the south, but I’ve lived her most my life. I remember my mom making Au Gratin Potatoes, but they never tasted like the version I’ve had down here. Rarely do I admit anything is better than my Momma’s but this dish gave hers a run for its money!

Pimento cheese is more than famous down here, if it’s not available at a picnic or gathering then something is severely wrong. In fact, I went to a baby shower and three different people brought it! This Pimento Cheese Potato Gratin recipe is a new favorite for me and everyone in the house.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Country Living.

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Quick Tip: These potatoes eat like a meal! We just had a light salad on the side and it was perfect.

Meat and potatoes, that’s what my husband likes. I can’t lie, I do too! The difference is that he could eat it every night. I decided tonight was going to be his night, and I’d treat him to this awesome Lancashire Hotpot just like my great grandma made.

It’s similar to her recipe she brought over from England, yum! The starts of this dish are lamb chops and potatoes, and I rarely make lamb but every time I do I wonder why I don’t more often. Truly not much rivals the tender meat in this dish, and the scalloped potatoes make it even better. It’s hearty, delicious and pleases the men folk.

This would make the perfect dish for Easter or another special dinner, but it’s also simple enough to make any day of the week. I’m certainly not going to wait for a special occasion to make this again, yum!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Good to Know.

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Quick Tip: I’ve found this dish goes great with a side of green beans, or other green veggie. It balances the plate perfectly!

Everyone loves fettuccine Alfredo. Some like it with chicken, some without. Regardless it’s a popular meal that’s sure to please everyone in the household. I know in my house it’s always been made, from my Nana to my mom and now me! It’s an easy tradition to carry out, and this crock pot method makes it simple.

I threw all this together in my crock, and then we headed out for the day to the beach. When we got home it was hot and ready, and all I had to do was put together a quick salad to go along with it, and heat up a loaf of French bread. Success!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Betty Crocker.

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Quick Tip: Dark meat is best for slow cooking, but you can use whatever you please!

I love chicken wings. They are one of those meats that I absolutely get a craving for at least once a week. I never thought of cooking them in the slow cooker. This is a simple way to get juicy, fall off the bone chicken that you’ll not be able to stop eating.

I actually tried this recipe out with the tiny wings and drummies bag of frozen chicken from the store. They are more affordable and you get far more than full size. It’s the perfect dish to bring to a potluck at church, or to a family get together of any kind. Everyone will rave about them, trust me!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Budget Bytes.

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Quick Tip: Chicken broth or dry white wine works in place of the rice wine.