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The Salty Cooker

There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of a classic pot roast simmering in the oven on a cold day. This hearty dish is the epitome of comfort food and it’s surprisingly easy to make. With tender meat, flavorful gravy, and a medley of tender vegetables, this pot roast is a true crowd-pleaser. It’s the perfect dish for busy weeknights or special occasions.

This Classic Pot Roast is tender, flavorful, and slow-cooked to perfection.

Weeknight dinners aren’t my strong suit. As much as I’d love to be a faithful Sunday night meal prepper or the kind of person who can look in their fridge and whip up something fresh and fabulous from various odds and ends, I’m not. I usually get home from a long day at work, followed by a seemingly even longer workout, and immediately start looking for ways not to cook. Would a bowl of cereal hold me over? How about a girl dinner with that leftover nub of cheese? I’m also not above a can of soup or frozen pizza.

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Eating enough fiber is beneficial for your health in a lot of ways, whether it’s maintaining strong bones or supporting a healthy gut microbiome. Luckily, you can take advantage of those benefits with these flavorful side dishes because each serving contains at least 3 grams of fiber. Plus, they take advantage of delicious summer produce like tomatoes, corn, zucchini and more. Pair options like our Slow-Roasted Tomatoes or Grilled Corn Salad with Chili-Miso Dressing with your favorite seasonal entrees for a filling and tasty fiber-rich meal.

25 High-Fiber Side Dishes To Make This Summer

Breaded pork chops are crispy and well seasoned. Panko breadcrumbs, mixed with paprika and garlic powder, add to the golden hue of the breading and ensure you get an excellent color pay off after a pan fry. An easy, creamy mustard sauce is a hit when poured over top of these zesty chops. Plus, the Dijon mustard rubbed on the pork chops helps the panko adhere easily and adds another layer of flavor.

Breaded Pork Chops Are The Best Dinner Idea

Nothing tastes as good as a piece of loaded with butter, but if your only option is pulling a loaf from the freezer, making sure it’s thawed correctly is key. The easiest method for thawing a frozen loaf of bread is to simply transfer the wrapped loaf from the freezer to the refrigerator, says North Carolina chef Rhonda Stewart,

This Is The Best Method For Thawing Frozen Bread

When company is coming, every Southern host knows to put just as much thought and attention into the starters as the main course. And this is the time to be creative and add some flair to your menu. Appetizers have always been Grandpa's favorites, and he has kept track of all of his go-to recipes, from juicy sliders to petite peppers to elevated pigs in a blanket. Here are 20 delicious appetizers to get the party started.

20 Of Grandpa's Favorite Appetizers

You have to try this crispy buttermilk fried chicken recipe by Mr. Make It Happen! It is incredibly delicious! The skin is so crispy, and the meat is tender and juicy – the best I have ever had. You can serve it with biscuits, greens, corn, coleslaw, potato salad, mac and cheese, and beans. If you want to serve it with homemade gravy, check out this recipe: How to Make the Best Mushroom Gravy.

Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe

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This is my grandmaw's version of potato salad. I have grew up eating this side dish for years and it is so delicious. One of my favorite ways of eating it is with BBQ baby back ribs that have been smoked on the smoker, mac & cheese and a nice dinner roll to go on the side. Also do not forget to add that delicious glass of ice cold sweet tea. Is your mouth watering yet?

Grandmaw's Homemade Potato Salad: A Southern Delicacy!

I was working the soups and sauces station at a popular restaurant in the late '80s when the chef handed me a recipe to make as the special of the day. The chef, who was also the owner, had lived in France and taught me to make several authentic French dishes. This one, called a pan bagnat, opened my eyes to a whole different way to sandwich.

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The Foodie Fix

Meatloaf is a timeless dish that evokes feelings of home and comfort. This classic recipe delivers a moist and flavorful meatloaf that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Classic Comfort: Moist & Flavorful Meatloaf Recipe

You've had more than enough time to enjoy the pastel nail colors of spring and crisp white manicures of summer, and now it's time to transition over to their moodier and more interesting counterparts for early autumn. September marks the end of summer and beginning of fall, so bridge the beauty gap by picking the best September nail shades to get excited for the season.

The 13 Best September Nail Colors, Guaranteed To Get You Excited For Fall

Some time in the past couple of years, preserved and tinned fish became a hot new food trend. And it wasn't just your average cheap canned tuna; people were going for all kinds of seafood options from salmon to mackerel, often imported and preserved in smokey or citrusy oils, among many other taste profiles.

Here's How You Should Be Eating Canned Sardines According To A Pro

As the season shifts, so do our closet staples. Even though we're still in the throes of summer, crisp autumn days are just around the corner, so we have to prepare for the transitional weather ahead. There's plenty from your summer wardrobe that you can repurpose, but we also found a slew of versatile new styles from Ree Drummond’s The Pioneer Woman that won't break the bank.

The Pioneer Woman Just Dropped 78 New Fall Fashion Items At Walmart—And Prices Are As Low As $4

Food Fusion Frenzy

Bisquick chicken pot pie is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all topped with a golden, flaky crust. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Bisquick Chicken Pot Pie: Comforting and Easy-to-Make

I don’t know about you, but cleaning baking sheets is one of those chores my husband and I put off more than we should. Big, cumbersome, and greasy, baking sheets can be a pain to clean and dry off. To make the job a bit easier, we tapped two...

3 Ways To Clean Dirty Baking Sheets So They Look Brand New

Smothered Pork Chops are a classic Southern comfort dish, featuring tender pork chops cooked in a rich, flavorful gravy. Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge the pork chops in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.

Southern Comfort: Juicy Pork Chops in Creamy Gravy

At a glance, satin nickel and brushed nickel may seem indistinguishable. Truthfully, they’re very similar: They both showcase a timeless, silver-like sheen perfect for kitchen and bathroom finishes, including faucets, light fixtures, and cabinet handles. In fact, interior designer Bambi A’Lynn Bratton points out that some home decor retailers even market them under combined names that can be confusing, blending the terms “satin” and “brushed.”

Satin Nickel Vs. Brushed Nickel: Which Finish Is Right For You?

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

When it comes to storage, odds are you have a collection of plastic containers on standby in your home. While these products make tough, cost-effective solutions, sometimes they're not the best for the items you're actually putting inside. Here are 11 items experts say you should never store in plastic containers, and what the best storage substitutes are.

11 Things You Should Never Store In Plastic Containers, According To Experts

If you're looking for an old-fashioned "do not stir" style of blackberry cobbler, you've come to the right place. The batter magically rises up through the berry mixture to become the topping, with its crispy, chewy, buttery edges. As it makes its way up through the berry mixture, it also slightly thickens the fruit for outstanding texture. The no-stirring instructions are important: You want the butter to be pushed to the outer edges when you top it with the batter so the crust bakes perfectly.

Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler Tastes Like Home

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This Is The Best Way To Make A Cold Plate, According To Our Readers

Before there was “girl dinner,” there was the cold plate, an assembly of prepared foods ideal for eating when it is simply too damn hot outside...

This Is The Best Way To Make A Cold Plate, According To Our Readers

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