Clam Chowder

Clam chowder is something that not many people make at home, but it’s easier than you think. This is a hearty soup that’s made all in one pot! To make it during Lent, you can leave out the bacon and substitute the chicken bullion and broth for vegetable broth and bullion cube. This is so good, you’ll think it came from a restaurant! Read more

Beef and Noodles

Looking for a quick and hearty weeknight meal? This recipe is done in under 30 minutes and it’s great for a chilly winter night.
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White Chicken Chili

January definitely means it’s chilly and that means… chili! This recipe is different than your beef and tomato-based version, with chicken in a creamy sauce, black beans, and corn. You’ll love it.
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Give yourself a little good luck in the new year! Instead of the usual pork and sauerkraut, try this different recipe using Sparkle Kielbasa (a favorite!), sauerkraut, and pierogies. It’s a great combo the whole family will love on New Year’s Day!
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potato soup in a bowl topped with bacon, chives, and cheddar cheese

When the weather cools down, everyone loves a hearty soup on a chilly night. This loaded potato soup is done in no time, and the whole family (even the kids) will love it. Feel free to hide a few extra veggies, like carrots or broccoli, in the soup.
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Kielbasa and Sauerkraut with Mustard Sauce

An easy New Year’s recipe to bring good luck! After you try this one, you’ll want to make this every year. The kielbasa gets nice and crispy in the skillet and the mustard sauce drizzled overtop gives this dish a nice and very different flavor to the traditional pork and kraut recipe you’re probably used to. Read more

Hamburgers and Gravy

A true comfort meal that’s not only easy to make, but affordable. Hearty and filling burgers are complemented with a delicious gravy that’s perfect on a cool fall day. Serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles for a complete meal.

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Pressure Cooker Italian Tortellini Soup

A lot of you who have a pressure cooker may be a little intimidated using it. Well, we have a great beginner’s recipe to help you learn the basic functions of your soon to be favorite kitchen gadget, and this soup is sure to be one that you’ll want to make again and again. Read more

One Pot Beef and Vegetable Soup

As soon as September comes, it feels more like fall and that means… soup. Megan is back in the Sparkle Eats kitchen with a hearty recipe that is a classic and loaded with veggies for a filling meal. You can easily customize by adding or leaving out some of the vegetables and it stores great in the refrigerator for future meals. Read more

Homemade Sloppy Joes

Everyone seems to be a bit more budget conscious lately. This meal is not only affordable to make, but you likely have most of the ingredients on hand and it’ll feed the whole family. It’s done in about 20 minutes so it’s great for busy weeknights. Read more