Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
If you’re looking for tried-and-true dinners that real families actually cook on repeat, you’re in the right place. Today I’m rounding up the very best viewer-favorite recipes of 2025, all in one video!
These are the dinners you loved the most; the ones you saved, shared, commented on, and made again and again. From comforting casseroles and easy crockpot meals to simple chicken and beef dinners with big flavor, this video is packed with quick and easy recipes perfect for busy weeknights.
I share at least three new recipes every week, so if you missed one of these last year, don’t worry - I’ve got you covered. And if you’re new here, welcome home. Around here, we don’t gate-keep the good stuff.
👉 Looking for more favorites? I also shared Best of 2025 – Part One back in July, featuring the most-loved recipes from the first half of the year. youtu.be/uAaJXyqegi8
Thanks so much for being here and spending a little time in the kitchen with me. I hope these recipes make dinnertime easier and a whole lot cozier. ❤️ Don’t forget to hit like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share this video with a friend who loves easy dinners! youtube.com/c/InTheKitchenWithMommaMel?sub_confirmation=1
📌 Time Stamps and Recipe Links
00:00 Hey Friends
00:50 Cheesy Tater Tot Meatloaf inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/cheesy-tater-tot-meatloaf-casserole
Mary's Meatloaf inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/marys-meatloaf
8:13 Pizza Pasta Casserole inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/pizza-pasta-casserole
15:14 Chicken Bacon Ranch Sheet Pan Quesadilla inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/chicken-bacon-ranch-sheet-pan-quesadilla
Crunchwrap Casserole inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/crunch-wrap-casserole
23:30 Big Mac Casserole inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/big-mac-casserole
Keto Sauce contentednesscooking.com/keto-big-mac-sauce-recipe-easy-low-carb-vegan
Candied Jalapeno Dip inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/candied-jalapeno-dip
33:15 Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Tortellini inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/crockpot-tuscan-chicken-tortellini
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🛍️ TOOLS & FAVORITES I USED IN THIS VIDEO:
If you’re looking for something you see me use often you’ll probably find it here amazon.com/shop/inthekitchenwithmommamel
Visit wildgrain.com/MOMMAMEL use code MOMMAMEL at checkout to receive $30 off your first box + free croissants for life!
Try Good Chop at bit.ly/3RrtBm6 use code MOMMAMEL50 to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first box!
🍴 More Easy Dinner Ideas:
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If you don’t have a church home or are not able to attend in person services, here is a link to my church’s YouTube channel. I encourage you to watch and when the time is right, seek a home church for you and your family. I am praying for you!
youtube.com/channel/UCMu3ZY7RpfWYq5eijlF9Erw
If you are having trouble providing food for your family, please contact your local government, churches, and schools. Food insecurity is nothing to be embarrassed about; there are many resources available to help. Everyone deserves to be able to feed their family.
Music is courtesy of the YouTube Free Audio Library or my paid subscription to Epidemic Sound
FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. Some links above are affiliate links. This means at no additional cost to you, as an Amazon Associate or other brand affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases if you click through and make a purchase.
Any information related to food, food safety, cooking, recipes, etc. are my opinions only. Melonie Effler, Momma Mel LLC, In The Kitchen With Momma Mel are not liable and/or responsible for any advice, services, or product you obtain through this video. #InTheKitchenWithMommaMel #BestOf2025 #EasyDinnerIdeas #DinnerRecipes #FamilyDinner #ComfortFood #CasseroleRecipes #CrockpotMeals #SlowCookerRecipes #ChickenDinners #GroundBeefRecipes #EasyMeals #HomeCooking #WeeknightDinners #SouthernCooking #MomCooking #MommaMel #Mama Mel
If you’re looking for tried-and-true dinners that real families actually cook on repeat, you’re in the right place. Today I’m rounding up the very best viewer-favorite recipes of 2025, all in one video!
These are the dinners you loved the most; the ones you saved, shared, commented on, and made again and again. From comforting casseroles and easy crockpot meals to simple chicken and beef dinners with big flavor, this video is packed with quick and easy recipes perfect for busy weeknights.
I share at least three new recipes every week, so if you missed one of these last year, don’t worry - I’ve got you covered. And if you’re new here, welcome home. Around here, we don’t gate-keep the good stuff.
👉 Looking for more favorites? I also shared Best of 2025 – Part One back in July, featuring the most-loved recipes from the first half of the year. youtu.be/uAaJXyqegi8
Thanks so much for being here and spending a little time in the kitchen with me. I hope these recipes make dinnertime easier and a whole lot cozier. ❤️ Don’t forget to hit like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share this video with a friend who loves easy dinners! youtube.com/c/InTheKitchenWithMommaMel?sub_confirmation=1
📌 Time Stamps and Recipe Links
00:00 Hey Friends
00:50 Cheesy Tater Tot Meatloaf inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/cheesy-tater-tot-meatloaf-casserole
Mary's Meatloaf inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/marys-meatloaf
8:13 Pizza Pasta Casserole inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/pizza-pasta-casserole
15:14 Chicken Bacon Ranch Sheet Pan Quesadilla inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/chicken-bacon-ranch-sheet-pan-quesadilla
Crunchwrap Casserole inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/crunch-wrap-casserole
23:30 Big Mac Casserole inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/big-mac-casserole
Keto Sauce contentednesscooking.com/keto-big-mac-sauce-recipe-easy-low-carb-vegan
Candied Jalapeno Dip inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/candied-jalapeno-dip
33:15 Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Tortellini inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/crockpot-tuscan-chicken-tortellini
📌 SIGN UP for receive my free newsletter to stay up to date on the latest happenings and I’ll send you 5 of my family’s favorite’s recipes! inthekitchenwithmommamel.com
🛍️ TOOLS & FAVORITES I USED IN THIS VIDEO:
If you’re looking for something you see me use often you’ll probably find it here amazon.com/shop/inthekitchenwithmommamel
Visit wildgrain.com/MOMMAMEL use code MOMMAMEL at checkout to receive $30 off your first box + free croissants for life!
Try Good Chop at bit.ly/3RrtBm6 use code MOMMAMEL50 to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first box!
🍴 More Easy Dinner Ideas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xmjBlgSjjB0fAuEM8Xk1XA
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08xydRrrhZ6pQfgJe_WQDNjZ
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youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsaNkLvMA08y5fQ8UCA5qRLUOjjBTXjHB&si=ADnSbR4GkZc5qmSI
If you don’t have a church home or are not able to attend in person services, here is a link to my church’s YouTube channel. I encourage you to watch and when the time is right, seek a home church for you and your family. I am praying for you!
youtube.com/channel/UCMu3ZY7RpfWYq5eijlF9Erw
If you are having trouble providing food for your family, please contact your local government, churches, and schools. Food insecurity is nothing to be embarrassed about; there are many resources available to help. Everyone deserves to be able to feed their family.
Music is courtesy of the YouTube Free Audio Library or my paid subscription to Epidemic Sound
FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. Some links above are affiliate links. This means at no additional cost to you, as an Amazon Associate or other brand affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases if you click through and make a purchase.
Any information related to food, food safety, cooking, recipes, etc. are my opinions only. Melonie Effler, Momma Mel LLC, In The Kitchen With Momma Mel are not liable and/or responsible for any advice, services, or product you obtain through this video. #InTheKitchenWithMommaMel #BestOf2025 #EasyDinnerIdeas #DinnerRecipes #FamilyDinner #ComfortFood #CasseroleRecipes #CrockpotMeals #SlowCookerRecipes #ChickenDinners #GroundBeefRecipes #EasyMeals #HomeCooking #WeeknightDinners #SouthernCooking #MomCooking #MommaMel #Mama Mel
