So I'm still sorta doing the pantry challenge...using up what I find...and everything in this meal came from the pantry/freezer minus the broccoli! One of my dear friends moved to Alaska not long ago...and she left me with a few of her goodies from her pantry...including the Marsala cooking wine you see below!!! Not something I normally buy, but after this meal...I'd totally … [Read more...]
Rotel Beans and Rice
Impress. Impress. Is that what you think of when you think of a potluck dinner? That you have to impress everyone there with your creative meal or dish...made with the finest ingredients! Will they like it? Will everyone eat it? Will the dish be empty by the time the dinner is over? What if no one eats it and people figure out that it was me who made it? Been there. … [Read more...]
Mushroom Swiss Steak
I found in the freezer...6 eye of round steaks...that I bought back in early September. The beautiful part is that I bought 6 eye of round steaks for just over $2! They came in 2 packages, each with 3 steaks and each just over $2. I used a $2 coupon for Private Selection beef from a Kroger mailer. Can't beat 6 eye of round steaks for just over $2!!! I wanted to make a … [Read more...]
Raspberry Chocolate Chip Brownies
It's not my fault. It's not! I am a chocoholic. And I need a support group! So who's fault is it...perhaps the fault of the market where I found these raspberry chips. Perhaps the fault of this beautiful post of Jenny's that I stumbled upon. Perhaps the fault of all the Valentine's Day chocolate that is EVERYWHERE. Perhaps the fault of the pantry challenge. Perhaps my … [Read more...]
Ranchero Black and Pinto Beans
At this point, we're just throwing things together...a little of this from the freezer with a little of that from the pantry! But I must say...this is a WINNER!!! (You know it's a winner when you arrive at the dinner table half full because you've been sneaking bites from the skillet!) Video Disclaimers Please excuse the t-shirt and sweatpants (just keepin' it … [Read more...]
Maple Pecan Oatmeal
As part of the No Cold Cereal Challenge last week, I made this oatmeal...inspired by one of those instant packet oatmeals that I've seen at the store. But I guarantee this tastes better!!! I still have some pecans leftover from the holidays...and my *free* maple syrup from Amazon (using Amazon credit from Swagbucks)...and some marked down oats (paired with a coupon of … [Read more...]
Jalapeno Chicken Bake
The Pantry Challenge continues...Tonight's "throw together" is the Jalapeno Chicken Bake! Le Ingredients. Nothing fancy...just a can of Zesty Jalapeno Diced Tomatoes, some spices and chicken...but it was a HIT at our table! Jalapeno Chicken Bake Nothing fancy...just a can of Zesty Jalapeno Diced Tomatoes, some spices and chicken...but it was a HIT at our … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Balsamic Onions
I will make this again. Maybe tomorrow. It was THAT GOOD! If you like the balsamic flavor, this is a must try! Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Balsamic Onions The balsamic onions are a magical complement to the slow cooked, shredded beef. 2 lb. beef chuck roast2 small white onions (sliced)4 garlic cloves (smashed)1/4 cup balsamic vinegarSalt and … [Read more...]
Peaches and Cream Oatmeal
As part of No Cold Cereal Week and Pantry/Freezer Challenge Month, I made this fabulous oatmeal (along with another I'll share next week!)... ...as well as Banana Cinnamon Waffles (which I made the night before...because we all know (or maybe you don't) that I am SO NOT a morning person...and I'm not sure what I was thinking when I made up this challenge. For me, the … [Read more...]
Cranberry Chicken and Rice
So this meal was pretty good. Came out a little on the bitter side, so I just sprinkled a little sugar over the cranberries on everyone's plate and we were all happy! So...you could add a little extra sweetener in before you bake it, or you could do as I did. It really was tasty...after it was properly sweetened. And boy am I glad that I froze some fresh produce from … [Read more...]