Advertisements Lasagna is my husband’s very favorite meal. He asks for it with every birthday that passes. I have made it more than a dozen different ways but this one might be the real winner. Its a combination of Italian sausage, summer squash and roasted tomato sauce with plenty of cheese! And its pretty easyContinue reading “Summer Squash & Sausage Lasagna”
Category Archives: Healthier Fare
Grilled Summer Squash
Advertisements Another great recipe for those garden fresh veggies- Grilled Summer Squash. This is so easy to make and comes out looking like a pro did it! It’s really all about the grill marks – so be sure you really let your grill heat up before you put the squash halves down on the grates.Continue reading “Grilled Summer Squash”
Chili Crisp Carrot Salad
Advertisements Carrots are such a flavor packed, nutrient dense, and budget friendly vegetable that sadly gets overlooked so often. Some people don’t care for it cooked on its own. Some think they can’t eat much of it raw. This recipe for Chili Crisp Carrot Salad is going to change all of that for you andContinue reading “Chili Crisp Carrot Salad”
Mediterranean Salsa
Advertisements When I make gyros or pitas at home, I love to include this Mediterranean Salsa – that brings great flavor to the whole bite. With these fresh ingredients, you will bring a brightness to your meal that will really take it up a notch. The flavors of dill, parsley, and oregano paired with freshContinue reading “Mediterranean Salsa”
Homemade Brownie Mix
Advertisements My family absolutely loves fresh baked brownies. And while the box mixes make it super easy to whip up a batch, we have really been trying to control our sugar and preservative intake. Also, when you move to a small rural town in Central Montana, the sticker shock of buying something like a boxContinue reading “Homemade Brownie Mix”
Smoked BBQ Beans
Advertisements Baked beans are a staple of many backyard BBQ events. It makes for a tasty side dish for just about every type of smoked, grilled, or barbecued meat. Some people make them traditional – in the oven. Some make them in a slow cooker, and some make them on the grill. I have beenContinue reading “Smoked BBQ Beans”
Tarragon Chicken Noodle Soup
Advertisements If you aren’t familiar with tarragon – this is a great recipe to introduce yourself and your family to this delightful culinary herb. It has a sort of anise and pepper flavor to it, sort of a subtle licorice. It is used frequently in French cooking and goes so very well with chicken. ThisContinue reading “Tarragon Chicken Noodle Soup”
My Best Salsa Recipes
Advertisements With #CincodeMayo right around the corner – a collection of salsa recipes seemed necessary. I love to make salsas as they are really simple to put together, and they are a great way to add another layer of flavor and even heat to meal without making the whole meal hot. The obvious ways toContinue reading “My Best Salsa Recipes”
Marinated Chickpeas
Advertisements Sometimes you just need a really simple side dish to bring to a holiday meal – or to meal prep part of the week’s lunches. This recipe for Marinated Chickpeas is so easy to put together and can stay in the fridge for about a week. They are great as a snack, and excellentContinue reading “Marinated Chickpeas”
Caesar Salad Smash Tacos
Advertisements If you haven’t jumped into the world of Smash Tacos yet – you and your family are truly missing out. Smash tacos are a whole new way to make delicious tacos using all sorts of ground meats and cheeses. They are also a great way to make a delicious fusion taco to combines someContinue reading “Caesar Salad Smash Tacos”