Air Fryer Million Dollar Casserole (Creamy Chicken & Pasta Bake)
When it comes to cozy comfort food, few dishes check all the boxes like a casserole. Creamy, cheesy, hearty, and soul-warming—it’s a guaranteed family favorite. But what if you could make it even faster and easier? Enter the Air Fryer Million Dollar Casserole! This recipe takes the beloved “million ... more
Read moreAir Fryer Meatloaf with Bacon (Juicy & Easy Recipe!)
Who says comfort food has to take hours in the oven? With this Air Fryer Meatloaf, you’ll have a juicy, flavorful dinner on the table in less than an hour—crispy bacon topping included. This recipe combines classic meatloaf flavors with the magic of the air fryer for a weeknight ... more
Read more6 Minute Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta (Pressure Cooker Magic!)
Looking for a quick, comforting dinner that tastes like it came straight from an Italian restaurant? This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta comes together in just 6 minutes of pressure cooking! Juicy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and tender pasta get wrapped in a rich, cheesy cream sauce that will ... more
Read moreGarden Veggie Tortellini Salad
Looking for the perfect summer side dish or light lunch? This Garden Veggie Tortellini Salad is packed with vibrant veggies, cheesy tortellini, and tossed in a zesty Italian dressing that brings it all together. Even better? It comes together in under 30 minutes! 🙌 In this video, I’ll walk ... more
Read moreDeath by Chocolate Cake
VOTE HERE: https://favchef.com/2025/heather-neff I’m in the QUARTERFINALS! Help me keep going by voting daily! Thank you for supporting me in the Favorite Chef competition—every vote helps bring more cakes (and dreams) to life! This cake is no joke—three layers of dark chocolate cake soaked with cocoa simple syrup, filled ... more
Read moreFed vs Unfed Sourdough Starter
Have you ever found yourself staring at your sourdough starter, wondering if you really need to feed it before baking? Or maybe you’ve been tempted to skip a step and just see what happens? Well, I put that curiosity to the test—and the results may surprise you. In my ... more
Read moreZesty Maui Sliders (King’s Hawaiian Rolls)
I’m beyond excited to share that I’m competing in this year’s Favorite Chef competition—and I need YOUR votes to help me stay in the game! Vote here for your #favoritechef – https://favchef.com/2025/heather-neff 💪🍽️ As part of the challenge, we were invited to create a recipe using none other than ... more
Read moreCrockPot Ham
Vote here for your #favoritechef – https://favchef.com/2025/heather-neff Easter can get hectic in the kitchen—between casseroles, side dishes, rolls, and desserts, my oven is basically booked solid. So this year, I decided to try something different and free up some space… and let me tell you, it was a game ... more
Read moreA Taste of South Africa: Vetkoek (featuring Bethy and Jurni)
If there’s one dish that embodies comfort food in South Africa, it’s Vetkoek with Minced Curry. This beloved street food and home-cooked classic is a deep-fried bread roll filled with a savory, spiced mince curry. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavor, it’s a ... more
Read moreFreezer-Friendly Comfort: 15 Easy Meals for a Friend in Need
When a long-time friend told me they were having surgery and needed easy, freezer-friendly meals, I knew I had to help. Cooking can be a challenge when you’re recovering, so I put together a collection of 15 beginner-friendly, budget-conscious recipes that only require a slow cooker, stovetop, or oven. Whether ... more
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