Dinner

Forget Everything You Know About Mac and Cheese Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get right to it: we’ve all had mac and cheese. The blue box of our childhood, the slightly-too-gloopy kind at the potluck, the one that’s… fine. But I’m here to tell you that “fine” is not in our vocabulary today. We’re making a mac and cheese that’s a total game-changer. We’re talking about my 5 Cheese Krack ‘n Cheese – an ultra-creamy, soul-satisfying, flavor-packed masterpiece topped with a buttery, crunchy cracker crust that will legitimately make you do a little happy dance. This isn’t … Learn more

The Slider That Started It All: My Go-To Recipe for Feeding a Hungry Crowd Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get right to it: have you ever been in a situation where you need to feed a bunch of people, fast, and you want it to look like you slaved over a hot stove for hours? Maybe it’s a last-minute game day gathering, a holiday potluck you almost forgot about, or just one of those “I cannot even think about what to make for dinner” kind of nights. I’ve been there more times than I can count. And … Learn more

Million Dollar Noodle Bake – The Ultimate Creamy, Cheesy Casserole Worth Every Bite Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s be real for a second. We all have those days. The ones where the clock seems to be moving faster than you are, the kids are hangry (or let’s be honest, you’re the one who’s hangry), and the last thing you want to do is figure out dinner. You stare into the pantry, hoping for inspiration to strike, but all you see are the same old boxes and cans. That, my friends, is where the magic of a truly … Learn more

Ditch the Dishes & Dive into Flavor: Your New Favorite One-Pot Pasta is Here! Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get real for a second. How many times have you stared into the fridge after a long day, your stomach growling, your brain fried, and just wished for a meal to magically appear? One that’s creamy, satisfying, and packed with real flavor, but doesn’t leave you with a mountain of pots and pans to scrub afterward? I’ve been there more times than I can count. That’s exactly why I created this recipe. This isn’t just another pasta dish; … Learn more

Your New Favorite Dinner is Hiding in a Skillet Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get real for a second. You know those nights when you’re staring into the fridge, and your brain is having a serious debate? One part of you is screaming for a big, juicy, fully-loaded bacon cheeseburger. The other part is begging for something warm, cozy, and carb-tastic like a big bowl of creamy pasta. You feel torn, right? Like you have to choose between two of your greatest culinary loves. Well, I’m here to tell you the debate is officially over. We’re not … Learn more

Dinner Just Got a Whole Lot More Exciting: Meet Your New Favorite Skillet Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let me paint a picture for you. It’s been one of those days. You’re tired, you’re hungry, and the last thing you want to do is stare into the abyss of your fridge, willing dinner to magically appear. You’re craving something hearty, something cheesy, something that feels like a big, comforting hug from the inside out. But you also don’t have the energy for a big production number with every pot and pan in your kitchen. Sound familiar? I’ve been … Learn more

Ditch the Dinner Drama: Your New Favorite Crockpot Meal is Here! Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get real for a second. We’ve all been there: it’s 5 PM, your stomach is growling, the family is starting to ask “what’s for dinner?” with that hopeful-but-slightly-desperate look in their eyes, and you’re staring into an abyss of same-old, boring recipes. The thought of a mountain of dishes and a complicated cooking process makes you want to just order a pizza and call it a day. I’m here to tell you to put that pizza app away, because I’ve got … Learn more

Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta – A Cozy Twist on a Classic Comfort Dish Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let’s be real, we all have those days. You know the ones. The wind is howling, your schedule is packed, and your soul is just screaming for a big, warm, comforting hug from the inside out. On days like that, my brain usually goes to one of two places: the flaky, savory perfection of a classic chicken pot pie, or the simple, carb-tastic joy of a big bowl of pasta. So, one particularly chaotic Tuesday, I looked at the … Learn more

Your New Favorite “Why Didn’t I Think of That?” Dinner Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. Some nights, you just don’t have the energy for a culinary masterpiece. You’re staring into the pantry, the clock is ticking, and the family is starting to get that “what’s for dinner?” look in their eyes. You crave that deep, soul-warming comfort of a classic chicken pot pie, but the thought of making a crust, a filling, and babysitting the oven for an hour feels… impossible. That, my friends, is exactly when this recipe swoops in to … Learn more

Crockpot Cheesy Potato Casserole: Your New Favorite Dump-and-Go Dinner Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s be real for a second. Some days, you just need a dinner that feels like a warm hug from the inside out. You want something hearty, something cheesy, something that makes everyone at the table go quiet for a second because their mouths are too happy to talk. But you also don’t have the time or energy for a complicated recipe that dirties every pot and pan in your kitchen. Sound familiar? That’s exactly why I’m so obsessed with this Crockpot Cheesy Potato … Learn more