If quesadillas originated in Italy...I think this would have been the first one ever. Grilled chicken, little tomatoes, some spinach. Choose a cheese and get your quesadillas made. These flavors of Italy make for a delicious quesadilla with a quesadilla blend or mozzarella shredded cheese. If you have some fresh basil in your garden, shred that up with your pizza cutter and … [Read more...]
Why I Keep My Kitchen Counters Clutter-Free
Yes, this is what my kitchen looks like at the end of every day. Every now and again, I'll get a question/email about my kitchen being so clean and I wanted to share how and why I keep my counters cleared off and decluttered. Let's start with the why. Have you ever cleaned up/out your kiddos play space and then just sat and watched them play afterwards? The play is calm … [Read more...]
Chorizo Potato Hash
I've got an amazing, quick and super delicious skillet dinner for you tonight! This really a "brinner" as it's more of a breakfast meal than a dinner meal...so we'll call it a brinner. Brinner is generally quick and this one is colorful, flavorful, packed with protein and veggies. You can serve it as is, or with some ripe, fresh fruit. The cooking method for this meal is … [Read more...]
Ham & Cheese Sliders with Honey Mustard
This just might be the fastest meal in the series. You can have this on the table in minutes...and it's delicious to boot. It's a simple twist on ham and cheese. A homemade honey mustard sauce made with...you guessed it...honey and mustard. Mix up equal parts in a small bowl and start drizzling! Get the kids to help out and dinner is on the table in 10 minutes or less … [Read more...]
20 Freezer to Slow Cooker Meals for $160 – 3rd Edition is Here, Just in Time for Busy Back-to-School Season
Have you ever wished you could make enough dinners to last a month in less than 2 hours? Let me introduce you to the newest meal plan in the series… With the busy back to school season upon us, I’m here to equip you with a game plan for the dinner hour as you head into these busy months. I’ve compiled a fantastic set of recipes that you can “load up” into the freezer … [Read more...]
Grilled Flank Steak with Tomatillo Salsa
This, my friend. This meal was so so so so scrumptious. The rice, the beans, the steak...and the spicy, fresh tomatillo salsa. The spicy part is entirely optional, so don't let that scare you away. Flank steak is a fantastic cut of meat - it's inexpensive, takes on flavor well and grills up in a matter of minutes. And tomatillos - they have such a rich and fresh … [Read more...]
Grilled Fish Tacos & Slaw
Now this is how to enjoy a fish taco. The lemon juice soaks into the fish before it is grilled. Then the smoky flavor from the grill infuses into the fish with the lemon. Then you warm the corn tortillas on the grill. Then you make the tacos and load each one with a fresh coleslaw with a hint of dill. And if you're feeling crazy, you can toss on a little shredded mozzarella … [Read more...]
Grilled Banana Splits
Dessert from the grill... Slice open a banana lengthwise, dip it in some sugar. Then caramelize it on the grill and top with ice cream and favorite toppings. When you can make dessert on the grill too, there is no heating up the kitchen...from dinner to sides to dessert. You really can make a complete meal on the grill. Add Grilled Banana Splits to your meal plan … [Read more...]
Smoked Brisket Sandwiches
It's time to get our smoke on friends. This homemade brisket is too.die.for. Please read the recipe carefully, as smoking your own brisket is an investment...both in time and in that you are purchasing a very large piece of meat (that you will use for several meals!!!) This simple yet fantastic rub makes for the perfect brisket that you can slice and throw onto … [Read more...]
Greek Chicken Kebabs
So much fresh-deliciousness on a stick! Soak the chicken in a simple but tasty marinade, then string it up with some olives, bell peppers, red onions and zukes...will make for the perfect budget-friendly cookout this summer! See the full Grilling Recipe for Greek Chicken Kebabs here! Pin all of our 31 Days of Grilling Recipes here! Follow $5 Dinners' board 31 Days … [Read more...]