Holy Chipotle- Guacamole. No...not Chipotle's guacamole. (Although it is delicious.) Holy guacamole, this Chipotle Meatloaf is outstanding. It's hearty, super tasty and does really well in the freezer. I love freezing meatloaf because it's super durable in the freezer. Freezing Meatloaf Hack, so your loaf pans don't get stuck in the freezer ---> … [Read more...]
Maple Dijon Salmon
This salmon is one of the first FreezEasy recipes that I developed for the new freezer meal plans. I remember making it a few more times than I normally do with new recipes because it's so scrumptious! Mix up a simple marinade, then toss with the salmon in a freezer safe bag or shallow container. As the salmon thaws, it marinates in this amazing sauce. And then you get to … [Read more...]
If you want to go from “hot mess express” to confident in serving healthful meals to your family, you need this…
I’ve been sharing the 20 meals for $150 meal plans here on $5 Dinners…and those just received a ginormous shot of meal plan steroids… But first, you know what always irked me about them. You didn't get a choice. I set up the list of recipes, and then over time you could choose from the different plans and pick one with the "most number of recipes my family would … [Read more...]
Grilled Southwestern Steaks
We don't make steaks often around here...but when we do, we make them with a homemade seasoning or rub! My oldest and third sons would eat steak morning, noon and night. They have been known to jump up and down in the kitchen when I tell them we are having steak for dinner! The meal is a bit of a throw back for me...as we'd often enjoy a thin steak with rice and avocado … [Read more...]
Chicken Bake with Ranch & Bacon
I think I could eat this for every meal of the day. Really, I think I could. Because...bacon. And Ranch. On chicken. And CHEESE. Yeah, dinnertime bliss is about to hit your dinner table...just as soon as you make this for your people. If you don't want to do Ranch dressing, then you could use Ranch dressing mix packet - or 2 Tbsp of homemade Ranch dressing. You'll miss … [Read more...]
Creamy Ranch Pork Chops
My favorite pork chops...all time favorite. For someone who loves food in general, and loves hacking dinner and is always making different types of meals, I find it difficult to say that something is my favorite. Because food is my favorite. But when we get into categories, it's a little easier to say something is my favorite. But it's still hard. And these...they are … [Read more...]
Ham & Cheese Panini
This is my 5-Ingredient hack on the Monte Cristo sandwich. You'll need a flat-ish bread, like ciabatta or whatever you can find in the bakery. Ham and cheese. And you'll need to panini-fy it - warm it up, smash it together. And then you'll devour each bite that's been dipped into a sweet preserves - like strawberry or raspberry. This is a great and fun way to "jazz up … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Breakfast Toast ~ Avocado, Egg & Hot Sauce
I <3 this breakfast. <3 <3 <3 Yes...that much. Not only is is crazy delicious, it's super filling...and keeps my tummy happy until 1 or 2 in the afternoon. Then, I'll enjoy a late lunch and skip the afternoon snack before dinner. It's a power packed brekkie...and part of our regular rotation! (Yes, we can even make these for the kids on frantic busy weekday … [Read more...]
Asian Orange Pineapple Pork Chops
There's something about pairing pork chops with tangy fruit sauces. Ridiculously delicious! You are going to go bananas over this meal! Seriously, it's phenomenal. We polished our plates and my oldest (the resident pork chop lover) wanted thirds! (Growth spurt + amazing meal = I can see the future and I'm going broke when they're all teenagers!) Also, this … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Cherry Cake
This is our family's favorite dessert. As in everyone enjoys it and asks for seconds. I'm now having to make double batches...so there are enough leftovers for the next day! All you need - 3 ingredients - a can of cherry pie filling, a box of cake mix (I prefer white, but yellow works too!) and butter. Yup, that's it... See the recipe for Slow Cooker Cherry Cake … [Read more...]