Easy Recipes From a Virginia Farmhouse Kitchen
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Welcome to The Seasoned Mom! Here you will find delicious, easy recipes for the busy home cook. Inspired by Virginia’s rich traditions, the changing seasons in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and our simple farmhouse life, these meals have been tried, tested and loved for generations. I hope that the recipes bring your family together around the table!
March 24, 2024
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Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken
This baked sweet and sour chicken is a lighter, healthier version of the Chinese restaurant classic. With just one dish and about 10 minutes of prep, it’s even easier and tastes even better than takeout!…
Dump-and-Bake Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This cheesy buffalo chicken pasta bakes entirely in one dish! The zesty and flavorful dinner comes together with just 10-minutes of prep time, thanks to the convenient dump-and-bake method. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Dump-and-Bake Sesame Chicken Noodles
Weeknight dinners don’t get much easier than these dump-and-bake sesame chicken noodles! You don’t even have to boil the pasta or sautĂ© the veggies — everything cooks together in a single dish with just…
Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes
Zesty smoked sausage and crispy seasoned potatoes bake on one tray for an easy dinner with just 10 minutes of prep. Serve the sheet pan sausage and potatoes with baked apples, oven roasted Brussels…
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice
The easiest chicken tzatziki bakes in a casserole with rice, and is finished with a creamy, garlicky yogurt sauce, fresh lemon, and bright herbs. Pair the dish with crisp veggies and pita bread for…
Cast Iron Cooking
The Ultimate Guide to Cast Iron Cooking
If you’re curious about cast iron cooking, then start here! From Dutch ovens to skillets, cast iron cookware is an essential component in any well-stocked kitchen. These pots and pans are ideal for searing…
Dutch Oven Pot Roast
Tender and juicy, this Dutch oven pot roast transforms an affordable cut of meat into a delicious comfort food dinner. The beef slowly bakes with potatoes and carrots for an easy one pot meal.…
Southern Cornbread Recipe
A classic old-fashioned Southern cornbread recipe — just like Grandma made it! With crisp edges from a cast iron skillet, and a tangy, buttery flavor (no sugar!), this easy side dish works well for…
Country Chicken and Biscuits
Country Chicken and Biscuits is a classic down-home comfort food dinner! The creamy chicken and vegetables are topped with fluffy, cheesy drop biscuits for a hearty and delicious family-friendly meal. Bake it in a…
Dutch Oven Bread {No Knead!}
With just 5 ingredients and about 10 minutes of hands-on prep, you can bake a loaf of crusty no knead Dutch Oven Bread! This quick recipe doesn’t need to rest overnight, so you can…
Easy Crock Pot Suppers
30-Minutes or Less
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20 minutes mins
5-Ingredient Crescent Roll Chicken Casserole
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Sheet Pan Andouille Sausage and Veggies
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Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin
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21 minutes mins
Steak Salad
1 hour hr 18 minutes mins
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Cooking in a Dutch Oven
Cast Iron Skillet Specialties
Sausage and Cheese Tortellini Skillet
30 minutes mins
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Skillet Chicken with Apples and Onions
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Shrimp and Grits with Tomato Gravy
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