The Cozy Cook- Quick & Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Home Cooks

Posted by Stephanie on April 15, 2020

Make Panera’s famous Mac & Cheese right at home with this spot-on copycat recipe. Serve it hot off the stove or enjoy it baked with a crunchy Ritz topping....

Posted by Stephanie on April 13, 2020

This traditional Lentil Soup with ham is so flavorful and easy to make! Use a ham bone for more hearty flavor or keep it simple. Optional additions include potatoes,...

Posted by Stephanie on April 7, 2020

These Italian-style meatballs require NO browning! This is an easy dump and go recipe that’s a great way to feed a crowd or store in the freezer for future...

Posted by Stephanie on April 6, 2020

This simple homemade marinara sauce is easy to make it just 20 minutes. Use it for pastas, meatballs, pizza, and as a dipping sauce! This is one of the...

Posted by Stephanie on March 29, 2020

This Velveeta Queso is loaded with smooth Velveeta and everything a Cowboy dreams of, including Beef, Beer, Black Beans, and more. Pair this with my homemade salsa and guacamole, and...

Taco Stuffed Peppers

Posted by Stephanie on March 26, 2020

These Taco Stuffed Peppers are filled with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Top them with sour cream and even Doritos, Fritos, or Tortilla chips! Feel free...

Posted by Stephanie on March 13, 2020

This Chicken Fried Steak Recipe has a crispy golden breading and the most flavorful white gravy. Learn the simple secrets on how to make this restaurant-quality comfort food recipe...

Posted by Stephanie on March 10, 2020

This Creamy Chicken Stew recipe is easy to make and tastes great with biscuits or dumplings. Make it on the Stove Top, Crock Pot, or Instant Pot! Be sure...

Posted by Stephanie on March 10, 2020

This easy Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing recipe includes seasoned chicken with savory stuffing and vegetables. Serve it casserole style or with gravy and mashed potatoes! (PLUS, it’s also...

Posted by Stephanie on February 24, 2020

This One Pot Chicken Caesar Pasta recipe is so easy to make! Angel hair pasta and blackened chicken are tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce with a hint of...

A glass bottle filled with homemade Caesar Dressing with a salad and lemon slices in the background.

Homemade Caesar Dressing (No Mayo!)

Posted by Stephanie on February 23, 2020

Anchovies? -Just a little bit. Mayo? Not a chance. This classic Caesar Dressing recipe tastes like it’s from a Gourmet restaurant. Use it in salads, pastas, marinades, and more! ...

Posted by Stephanie on February 20, 2020

Make this easy Chicken Parmesan Casserole with homemade breaded chicken, chicken tenders, or with leftover rotisserie chicken! Add in some pasta and lots of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese! Best...