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Crack green beans are the side dish that guarantees seconds ! Tender green beans bake in a sweet-savory buttery sauce with smoky bacon. These are simple to make , wildly addictive , and gone in minutes. Why Everyone Will Beg for This Side Caramelized sauce payoff:  As the beans bake, the brown sugar and soy sauce bubble into a glossy glaze that clings to every bite. Minimal prep, major flavor:  Just toss everything in a bowl, bake, and stir occasionally. No blanching, no fancy steps, just straight-up delicious. Kid- and crowd-approved:  Even veggie skeptics can’t resist this sweet-and-savory combo, making it a reliable hit for family dinners and potlucks. Ingredients for Crack Green Beans Green Beans: This recipe is best with canned green beans! Ensure that you drain the beans thoroughly to remove any excess liquid. Bacon: Using precooked bacon makes this recipe even easier! If you prefer to cook your own bacon, using the oven or air fryer is an ...

CLICK HERE FOR FREE SHOPPING LIST You all loved the affordable Thanksgiving Menu so much that I turned it into a challenge for Christmas. Could I really feed 8, stay under $60 and keep it a traditional dinner? Yes, yes I can! This entire Christmas dinner came in at $55  and every single dish feels holiday worthy without the holiday price tag. Tis the Season Not to Spend a Fortune Let’s be honest, Christmas dinner can go from “a few ingredients” to “how did I spend this much” faster than kids ripping wrapping paper at 6 AM. I wanted this menu to taste like Christmas without requiring a second mortgage or a cart full of specialty items you will never use again. How to Keep It Under $55 Skip the “holiday add-ons.”  Cinnamon star butter, imported cranberry chutney and the cute cheese shaped like a snowman are not required for joy. Buy the store brand.  No one will taste the label. They will taste the butter. Stick to the list.  If it isn’t writte...

You guys are obsessed with my homemade alfredo sauce . So I had to make this creamy, cheesy chicken Alfredo soup! Tender chicken, rich broth, and pasta all come together in just 30 minutes ! Why This Soup is a Weeknight Wonder All-in-One Pot:  Everything cooks together in a single pot, making cleanup a breeze while delivering layers of creamy, cheesy flavor. Perfect Family Dinner:  Hearty and satisfying, it’s a simple meal everyone will love. Pair it with easy  no-knead  bread, my  Grandma’s homemade bread , or these  rolls . Make it Your Own:  Add extra veggies, swap in your favorite pasta, or spice it up! Ingredients for Chicken Alfredo Soup Half and Half: Half and half makes this soup creamy but not overly rich. You can make your own half and half if you don’t have any. Pasta: Use any pasta shape for this. I love using wide egg noodles. Other great options are bowtie, rotini, or even cheese tortellini. Chicken: This is a g...