Advertisements Crispy chicken is always a good idea! This Italian Roast Chicken is nothing less than brilliance in the idea department. The juicy tender flavor you get from the marinade is so perfectly paired with the crispy texture of the parmesan crust is just magical. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal but equallyContinue reading “Italian Roast Chicken”
Yearly Archives: 2023
#OnePot Broccoli Mac
Advertisements The other night I went to make the dinner that I had planned to make and realized that I had not gone to the grocery to get the few things that I needed to make it. When this happens it immediately becomes a game of Chopped Challenge! What do I have in the houseContinue reading “#OnePot Broccoli Mac”
Pancake Tacos
Advertisements Taco Tuesdays don’t just have to be about dinner, right? These Pancake Tacos are not just fun to eat they are fun to make! Whether you make them for breakfast, brunch or dinner, they are going to be a hit. The soft pillowy pancakes stuffed with sausage AND bacon and then layered up withContinue reading “Pancake Tacos”
BBQ Beef Sandwiches
Advertisements Hot sandwiches are a common go to for me on weeknights. They are fun to eat and fun to make. The whole family enjoys them too! These BBQ Beef Sandwiches are basically a sloppy joe taken to the next level. With the addition of bbq sauce (and not just tomato sauce) and cheese (whoContinue reading “BBQ Beef Sandwiches”
Slow Cooked Carnitas
Advertisements When it comes to slow cooked meats, pork is high on the list. Pork does so well with slow cooked, smoked, and cured preparation. Carnitas are a popular Mexican preparation of slow cooking pork roasts (pork shoulder or butt) in spicy peppers and a citrus component. These Slow Cooked Carnitas are infused with jalapeñosContinue reading “Slow Cooked Carnitas”
Queso Pasta #30minutemeals
Advertisements Ground beef is one of the best meats to have on hand for a busy family. It cooks up fast, can be used in so many different preparations and it is an excellent source of protein and iron. This next recipes is both a one pot and a done in 30 meal – aContinue reading “Queso Pasta #30minutemeals”
Egg Roll Bowls
Advertisements When it comes to getting take out, I am such a sucker for the egg rolls! That crispy outer shell with the warm and flavorful filling is just so good. But with them being typically deep fried, it an be a bit much. So I started with idea of a way to bake themContinue reading “Egg Roll Bowls”
Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa
Advertisements Some restaurant chains have that one menu item that draws you in time after time. For my family the corn salsa at Chipotle is a big draw. With half the family not particularly liking raw tomatoes, it is a great alternative to traditional salsas. Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa is so good for tacos, burritos,Continue reading “Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa”
5 DIY Spice Blends
Advertisements Spice blends are an ever present and important part of homecooking. You can find all sorts of pre-made blends at the grocery but if you look closely they have a lot of preservatives in them to help them stay shelf stable, and not get clumpy – namely lots and lots of salt (or someContinue reading “5 DIY Spice Blends”
Spicy Teriyaki Meatball Subs
Advertisements You know how much I like to play with classic food ideas when I am planning my menus. This one is exactly that! I love the classic meatball sub (beef meatballs covered in marinara and mozzarella), so I wanted to see what other meatball and sauce combination might work for a different kind ofContinue reading “Spicy Teriyaki Meatball Subs”