Advertisements This deliciously simple soup is inspired by the dishes “Eggs in Purgatory” and the more traditional Shakshuka. I wanted to bring the smoky flavors of cumin and paprika to a tomato soup – to really give it some pep! And the perfectly poached eggs give it a great richness. This Spicy Tomato Soup isContinue reading “Spicy Tomato Soup”
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Lemon Garlic Grilled Pork Chops
Advertisements Simple, flavorful, easy – my favorite kind of main dish! This one is totally about the marinade. And the longer you can leave it in the marinade the better. Best to put it in the juicy goodness before your start your work day so it can sit absorbing all day long! Then when youContinue reading “Lemon Garlic Grilled Pork Chops”
Ginger Pork Meatballs w/ Veggie Noodles
Advertisements I love to use all different kinds of ground meat to make meatball dishes. This one has a Thai inspired flavor profile. It brings in lots of ginger and jalapeno spiciness without overwhelming. And the veggie-packed noodles will make sure your family is getting their daily count. Try Ginger Pork Meatballs w/ Veggie NoodlesContinue reading “Ginger Pork Meatballs w/ Veggie Noodles”
Creamy Red Beans & Rice
Advertisements There comes days in every family’s life when money is tight, or someone is ill, or in the case of 2020 – you are stuck home on quarantine waiting for test results. And that means you have to look into your pantry and fridge to come up with something to cook for dinner. AndContinue reading “Creamy Red Beans & Rice”
Hot Bacon Cheddar Mac
Advertisements When you want Mac & Cheese to be a whole meal – you add bacon, chicken and a little bit of a kick! That’s how I came up with Hot Bacon Cheddar Mac – and man was it a hit at my house. The thing I love about learning to make sauces from scratchContinue reading “Hot Bacon Cheddar Mac”
Chicken Bacon White Pie
Advertisements The kids had been asking for pizza for a week or two – and I just didn’t want the same old thing. I wanted to try some new flavors out so I decided to make Chicken Bacon White Pie! It is three cheeses mixed with chicken and bacon on a focaccia style pizza crustContinue reading “Chicken Bacon White Pie”
Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Shells
Advertisements A little bit Mac & Cheese and a little bit Philly Cheesesteak…. and so so good! Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Shells are an amazing combo! The really yummy part of this was the made from scratch cheese sauce to incorporate in this dish. I thought I had made enough for leftovers…I was wrong! Knowing howContinue reading “Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Shells”
Bourbon Apricot Chicken
Advertisements Chicken is on the weekly menu at least twice every week – it is so easy to make into any style of food, any flavor profile, and any kid happy! With a good marinade, you can totally boost the flavor punch just by having a bit of forethought to get it going. The simpleContinue reading “Bourbon Apricot Chicken”
Stuffed Meatball Pasta
Advertisements Spaghetti and Meatballs just got a little extra! I always like to take classic recipes and add a little something extra to them. That’s what I did with this recipe for Stuffed Meatball Pasta. I mean who doesn’t love it when the surprise is CHEESE! And the homemade red sauce so packed with flavorContinue reading “Stuffed Meatball Pasta”
Chicken Fried Pork Chops w/ Gravy!
Advertisements Does it get more homecookin’ then Chicken Fried Anything with Gravy? The crispy crunchy outer coating over steak is a classic comfort food. So why not give the other white meat a little country lovin’ and make Chicken Fried Pork Chops w/ gravy smothered all over it? Dredging station set-up is real important toContinue reading “Chicken Fried Pork Chops w/ Gravy!”