Category: RECIPES
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This is one of my favorite ways to prepare vegetables. I love simple recipes made with only a few ingredients. I used to make this with top Ramen all the time when I was in college. Today, I serve the vegetables with rice, pasta, tortillas or just meat like salmon. Leftovers make a great omelet.…
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The first time I made this was on Valentine’s Day. I used a heart cookie cutter to cut out the center. My kids love it. Bread Cookie cutter in desired shape Eggs Butter Butter a piece of bread. Use the cookie cutter to cut out the center of the piece of bread. Place bread on…
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Ok, this is not really a meal I cook from scratch, but it is fast and it is our favorite meal. Whenever my husband and I celebrate our Anniversary or Valentines Day or just get a night out together, this is what we want to have. Paired with some apple cider and voila, you have…
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Last year, I went in search of kid friendly meals. I questioned my friends to find out what they were serving their little ones. This is a favorite of my friend Brooke Ward. 1 cup Rice 2 cups water, plus two bullion cubes or use chicken broth in the place of water and bullion Chicken…
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I came across this recipe in a magazine a couple of years ago. I love how simple it is to make. 1/2 tsp or more ground cumin Salt, to taste 3 cups chopped rotisserie chicken 2 limes, quartered 1 head of Romaine lettuce, shredded (you can use any type of lettuce) 1 (15.5 oz) can…
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One of my all time favorite comfort foods is simply pasta with a little pad of butter. It is so satisfying. 1/2 bag egg noodles or 1/2 box spaghetti noodles, cooked 4 tbsp butter 1 clove garlic, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder Salt and Pepper, to taste 1/2 c peas 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese…
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I love fall. I love the smells. I love the crispness in the air. September reminds me of the Fall Apple Harvest Festival in Sebastopol, California. Â Just thinking about about their Apple Fritters makes my mouth water. Another fall/winter favorite of mine is Wassail. A blend of fruit juices and aromatic spices fills the room…
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These little scones are so light and fluffy. I found these on the SouleMama blog looking for more creative play ideas for my little ones. While they had homemade blueberry jam we enjoyed ours with plain fresh blueberries. My batter came out relatively sticky. Once I turned the dough out onto my floured board I…
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Every time I got sick as a kid, my mom would make grilled cheese sandwiches with chicken noodle soup. Somehow, the combination always made me feel better. Today in my house, the traditional cheesier has been revamped to include extra vitamins and fiber. I serve these for lunch or snack. Butter (optional) 2 slices Wheat…