Steak Fettuccine Alfredo
Creator @cookinginthemidwest shares a perfect date night dinner featuring pan-seared New York strip steaks served over a bed of creamy, homemade fettuccine alfredo.
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Dirty Fry Burritos
@cookinginthemidwest shares a quick and delicious recipe for Dirty Fry Burritos. These hearty burritos are stuffed with seasoned taco meat, crispy crinkle-cut fries, and creamy queso, then toasted to golden perfection.
Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin
This easy and budget-friendly sheet pan dinner features juicy pork tenderloin roasted with bell peppers, onions, broccoli, and pineapple, all coated in a delicious sweet and sour sauce. It's a perfect weeknight meal that can be prepped ahead of time for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls
These easy bacon ranch cheese balls are the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering. This recipe makes two versions: a classic pecan-crusted ball and a fun pumpkin-shaped one coated in extra cheddar cheese.
Cheesy Chicken Bacon Alfredo Dip in a Bread Bowl
A rich and creamy chicken bacon alfredo dip, loaded with cheese and served warm inside a hollowed-out Hawaiian sweet bread loaf. This easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for parties and holiday gatherings.
Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies With BBQ Glaze
@cookinginthemidwest shares a simple yet crowd-pleasing recipe for bacon-wrapped little smokies. Seasoned and coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, they're baked until the bacon is perfectly crispy and glazed.
Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups
These Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups are the perfect game-day appetizer. A creamy, cheesy, and spicy filling with bacon is baked in crispy wonton wrappers for a bite-sized treat that's ready in about 20 minutes.
Caramel Apple Snickers Poke Cake
This easy and decadent dessert, which @cookinginthemidwest jokingly calls a salad, features a vanilla poke cake soaked with caramel and Snickers-flavored pudding, then topped with whipped topping, diced green apples, and chopped Snickers bars.
Steak Fajitas
@cookinginthemidwest shares a quick and easy recipe for steak fajitas, cooked entirely in an air fryer for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Sheet Pan Teriyaki Meatballs
@cookinginthemidwest shares a super simple and delicious sheet pan dinner featuring frozen meatballs, colorful vegetables, and pineapple chunks, all roasted in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight, this meal comes together quickly and is served over rice.
Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches
As shared by @cookinginthemidwest, this is the perfect go-to meal for a dinner rut. These baked Italian sub sandwiches are loaded with ham, salami, pepperoni, and melted provolone, then topped with a zesty, creamy lettuce salad for a satisfying and easy weeknight dinner.
Italian Chicken Tortellini
This quick and easy Italian Chicken Tortellini from @cookinginthemidwest is a perfect weeknight dinner. Seasoned chicken, colorful bell peppers, onions, and cheese tortellini are cooked on a griddle and tossed in a zesty Italian dressing for a flavorful one-pan meal.
Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
@cookinginthemidwest shares a recipe for a rich and creamy loaded mashed potato casserole. This comforting side dish is layered with cheese and bacon, then baked until bubbly and golden brown, making it a perfect addition to any holiday meal or weeknight dinner.
Breakfast Sliders
@cookinginthemidwest shows how to make these easy and delicious breakfast sliders, layering sausage, scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese on Hawaiian rolls, all topped with a sweet and savory butter glaze.
Mini Meatball Subs
Create these easy and delicious mini meatball subs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Using Hawaiian rolls, frozen meatballs, and marinara sauce, these sliders are brushed with garlic butter, loaded with mozzarella cheese, and baked until golden and bubbly.
Beef Tips
Tender beef tips are seared and then slow-cooked in a savory, garlicky sauce. This easy recipe from @cookinginthemidwest is perfect for a weeknight dinner, especially when served with loaded mashed potatoes.
One-Pan Cheesy Beef and Rice Skillet
@cookinginthemidwest shares a quick and flavorful one-pan meal, perfect for a busy weeknight. This cheesy beef and rice skillet comes together with ground beef, black beans, corn, and rice, all simmered in a savory, seasoned tomato broth and topped with plenty of melted cheese.
Prime Rib French Dip Sandwiches
@cookinginthemidwest shares a fantastic recipe for turning leftover prime rib into incredible French Dip Sandwiches. These hearty sandwiches are loaded with thinly sliced beef, melted provolone, and crispy onions on a toasted roll, served with rich au jus for dipping.
Jalapeño Popper Dip Bread Bowl
@cookinginthemidwest shares a recipe for a creamy and cheesy jalapeño popper dip served in a hollowed-out bread bowl. The dip is loaded with cream cheese, Colby Jack, bacon, and jalapeños, then baked until bubbly and served with toasted bread pieces for dipping.
Cheesy Baked Pasta with Ground Beef
@cookinginthemidwest shares a simple and satisfying recipe for a cheesy baked pasta casserole. This weeknight-friendly meal features layers of pasta, a hearty ground beef and marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and lots of melted mozzarella, making it a perfect comfort food dish that's quick to assemble.
Sausage and Bacon Pancake Casserole
This easy-to-make breakfast casserole combines the sweet flavor of pancakes with savory sausage, bacon, and cheese. Perfect for a holiday morning or a special weekend brunch, it's a crowd-pleasing dish that comes together quickly.
Parmesan Garlic Crouton Chicken
A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring seared chicken breasts topped with parmesan garlic sauce, provolone cheese, and a crunchy crushed crouton topping, all baked in a single skillet. Served with herbed and buttered air-fried potatoes.
Creamy Chicken and Noodles
A cozy and comforting one-pan meal, this Creamy Chicken and Noodles features tender shredded chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles all brought together in a rich, savory gravy.
Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels
@cookinginthemidwest shares a simple and delicious recipe for jalapeño popper pinwheels, perfect for using up leftover bacon. A creamy, cheesy filling with bacon and jalapeños is rolled into crescent dough and baked until golden.