Advertisements Cream cheese is one of those things that most people enjoy but maybe they are not jumping at the recipes where they are a main ingredient. I want to be clear that when I say “a block of cream cheese” – I mean the denser version of cream cheese that usually comes wrapped inContinue reading “10 Recipes Using a Block of Cream Cheese #RecipeCollection”
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9 Recipes Using a Pack of Spaghetti Noodles #RecipeCollection
Advertisements I would be willing to bet that most of us have at least one package of spaghetti in your pantry. And I would double down to say you are tired of making just plain old spaghetti with it. There are really lots of options that go far beyond red sauce over noodles, that makeContinue reading “9 Recipes Using a Pack of Spaghetti Noodles #RecipeCollection”
Pasta Salad or Potato Salad – a Dozen Options #RecipeCollection
Advertisements The seasons are changing and it is about to be outdoor eating time – backyard BBQs, garden parties and family get togethers. Which usually means lots of potlucks and feeding large groups, and the need for some great side dishes. It is often hard to decide if you want to bring a pasta saladContinue reading “Pasta Salad or Potato Salad – a Dozen Options #RecipeCollection”
Cilantro Rice & Black Beans
Advertisements If you are in need of an easy side dish or a protein packed base for meal prepping, this is a great recipe for you. A simple combination of black beans, corn, fresh cilantro, lime juice and rice brings brightness to any plate. Cilantro Rice & Black Beans go great with any protein –Continue reading “Cilantro Rice & Black Beans”
Easy Salami Tortellini Salad
Advertisements Pretty much everything is better once you add in a little bit of salami. This tortellini salad is loaded with lots of veggies so you don’t have to feel bad about adding in the flavor bomb of salami. If you need a simple meal to bring to a potluck or backyard barbque or youContinue reading “Easy Salami Tortellini Salad”
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”
Cheesy Bacon Corn
Advertisements Having a good rotation of side dish recipes is just as important as having some good main dishes recipes. And while often the side dish might look like a simple steamed veggie, or a bagged salad mix. Occasionally – like when the main course is a fairly easy preparation – I like to spendContinue reading “Cheesy Bacon Corn”
Cheesy Pinto Beans
Advertisements I know I say this often, but don’t forget about the side dishes when you are making your dinner plans. Some recipes are all inclusive and you don’t need to worry about a side dish. But lots of them do need a supporting dish to make for a rounded out meal. Most often youContinue reading “Cheesy Pinto Beans”
Creamy Corn Pasta
Advertisements Side dishes are so important so often over looked with it comes to meal planning. This usually leads to them becoming an afterthought, resulting in a side dish rut. So many people serve basically the same side dishes over and over, only changing up the main! Don’t be like those people – please I’m begging you. KeepContinue reading “Creamy Corn Pasta”
Easy Bacon Pasta Salad
Advertisements Pretty much everything is better once you add in a little bit of bacon. This pasta salad is loaded with lots of veggies so you don’t have to feel bad about adding in the flavor bomb of bacon. If you need a simple meal to bring to a potluck or backyard barbque or youContinue reading “Easy Bacon Pasta Salad”