I heart, heart, heart Butternut Squash soup. Last week, I was in Las Vegas for the Pillsbury Bake-Off and while there, we had some lovely meals. At the awards dinner, they served an amazing Butternut Squash Soup with Sage Croutons. They laid down a shallow bowl with the croutons resting in the bottom, and then circled the table pouring the soup for each guest. I asked for a … [Read more...]
Sausage & Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie
I've shared a little secret about Thanksgiving over on the Mushroom Channel blog. Please don't throw tomatoes at me. I've been called "un-American" in the past when I've told this little secret. Just keeping it real here folks. Head on over to the Mushroom Channel's blog to find out...and get this scrumptious recipe for Sausage & Mushroom Shepherd's Pie. Perfect way … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
One of my favorite tools in the kitchen is my slow cooker. There is no better feeling after a long day to coming home to dinner almost done! Using my crock pot on busy days helps eliminate any temptation to eat out as well. And eating at home is generally great for your budget! This recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos is a tried and true favorite at our house! It only … [Read more...]
Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal
A holiday flavor twist on baked oatmeal - this Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal is a must try! This Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal caused a bit of a stir in my kitchen. I set it out on the counter to cool just about the same time that I had dinner getting on the table. My oldest bounced through getting the cups and silverware onto the table and got so excited that I made brownies … [Read more...]
Pizza Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
I've been seeing a bazillion sales on squash lately...tis the season after all. I regularly see butternut and acorn squash on sale, but see fewer sales for spaghetti squash. So when I saw the at Sprouts a week (or so!) ago for $.39/lb, I snatched up a few. They have a longer "counter life" than most produce, so I knew I'd be able to use them up before they were too … [Read more...]
Roasted Poblano Pepper Quiche
Egg pie. That's what my about to be 4 year old called this quiche. He has become quite the sous chef in the past few weeks...always coming into the kitchen and helping me cook. I've started to let him help me crack the eggs (highly supervised still!) and taught him it's better to crack on the counter than the edge of the bowl, and how to keep the yolk from running all over … [Read more...]
Shredded Pork Verde Tacos
I find that I turn to tacos more and more. Because the ingredients are cheap (10¢ limes, 38¢ avocados, 48¢ cabbage heads, 29¢ big bunch of fresh cilantro, yo!) and because I know my kiddos will gobble them up...in some form or another. Two will pick out all the parts from inside the taco and eat things one by one...avocado, then pork, then tortilla. One of those two … [Read more...]
Chili with Caramelized Onion Cornbread
I heart caramelized onions. I adore the flavor and I especially love the way they make the house smell when they are caramelizing. Its a tossup between caramelizing onions and roasting garlic. Jury is still out on that one. Also, this cornbread is perfect with my Spicy 15 Bean Chili recipe! It's simple...below is the recipe for caramelizing onions and baking cornbread. … [Read more...]
Simple Meatballs
Here's a great quick and easy recipe for Simple Meatballs! The reason this recipe is excellent is because it uses so few ingredients and it's easy to fit into a special diet such as paleo or a gluten free diet. Easy and delicious meatballs - perfect for pasta or potatoes! Simple Meatballs Easy and delicious meatballs - perfect for pasta or … [Read more...]
Fish Stick Tacos
So my boys l.o.v.e fish sticks. They have become a simple and easy "momma had a late conference call" kinda dinner that we can have on the table in just a few minutes. I know the boys will polish their plates and I know that they are getting some good protein and omega-3s. Problem. I'm not a huge fan of fish sticks. I don't mind them really, but I don't like them plain on … [Read more...]