Carbonara Pasta Salad (aka Cold Carbonara!)

A large bowl with creamy pasta salad with bacon, red onion, and peas

This Carbonara Pasta Salad is creamy, decadent, and so good! Bacon, peas, and red onion are combined with a creamy pecorino sauce and tossed with pasta. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Carbonara Pasta Salad If you’ve enjoyed a plate or carbonara pasta, you know that this classic dish is decadent.Read more ->

Pumpkin Pot Pie

Pumpkin Pot Pie

These Pumpkin Pot Pies are a cozy vegetarian meal to prepare for a weeknight supper, but are fancy enough for guests! Butternut squash replaces the standard chicken, and a homemade soup mix takes place of the canned condensed soup! Lightened up comfort food, at its finest.  Lightened Up Comfort Pure, unadulterated, comfort food. What comes to mind? Everyone’s idea of comfort is different. Some yearnRead more ->

Lightened Up Tater Tot Hotdish

A Minnesota classic! This Lightened Up Tater Tot Hotdish includes a homemade cream soup base, sautéed vegetables, ground beef, and yes – tater tots! Surprisingly simple, this recipe comes together easily making it a great weeknight meal! All Hail Tater Tot Hotdish Ya heard of it? How about casserole? Now am I speaking your language? Either way, for me (and arguably, many other Minnesotans), hotdishRead more ->