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There are weeks when you glow. And then there are weeks when you just… need a bowl of something warm, cheesy, and unapologetically comforting.
We’re not here to judge. We’re here to feed the soul—and probably your carb cravings too. This trio of comfort food classics is our latest creation, ready to make you forget the weather, the inbox, and that group chat you keep forgetting to reply to.
Here’s what’s fresh from the Voguegenics oven:
🧀 Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
The culinary equivalent of a weighted blanket. Creamy potatoes, crisp bacon, gooey cheese, and a green onion glow-up. Serve it to impress or hoard it for leftovers—you’re safe here.
Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup cup milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1-1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
- ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9x13" casserole dish.
- In a large pot, boil peeled and cubed potatoes until fork-tender (about 10–12 minutes).6 medium russet potatoes
- Drain well.
- Mash the hot potatoes in a large bowl with sour cream, milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup cup milk, 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheese and half the crumbled bacon.1-1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup cooked bacon
- Spread the mixture evenly into the greased casserole dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and bacon evenly on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until bubbly and golden on the edges.
- Let rest 5 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.2 green onions
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier version.
- Add a sprinkle of paprika or cayenne on top before baking for extra color and spice.
- Can be prepped ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking.
Nutrition
🍗 Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken
One pot. No stress. Big flavor. This is how you win dinner without even trying. Set it, forget it, and soak up the compliments later.
Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken
Equipment
- whisk (if thickening sauce)
Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch optional, (for thickening sauce)
- 1 tbsp cold water optional, (for thickening sauce)
Instructions
- Place chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker.6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.4 tbsp unsalted butter, 5 garlic cloves, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp paprika
- Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Optional: For a thicker sauce, whisk together cornstarch and cold water. Stir into the slow cooker during the last 15 minutes.1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp cold water
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.1 tbsp fresh parsley
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🌿 Creamy Macaroni with Sage
Nostalgia on a fork with just enough grown-up flair to feel fancy. The sage brings it depth. The cream sauce brings the magic. The whole dish brings peace.
Creamy Macaroni with Sage 🍝
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh sage finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cup whole milk
- 1-1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- sage leaves pan-fried until crisp, optional garnish
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in salted water according to package instructions.8 oz elbow macaroni
- Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Add sage and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.1 tbsp fresh sage
- Whisk in the flour2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until smooth.2 cup whole milk
- Simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted and creamy.1-1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- Add cooked pasta, stir well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper.Salt and pepper
- Garnish with crisp sage leaves if desired.sage leaves
Nutrition
Whether you’re cooking for one, feeding your chaos-loving family, or just need a “this is my self-care” kind of dish—these are the classics you didn’t know you were missing.
Drop a comment and tell us which one you’re making first. Or just bookmark it for that Thursday when everything feels like too much and the only answer is cheese.
More to come soon.
With carbs and care,
– The Voguegenics Team
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