Well, I had some time on a recent flight to Los Angeles, so I started my list and now here it is! Cuatro (our 4th boy, due to arrive in January) will be joining our family before I know it and I want to be prepared. I won't start on this list right away, but probably will do extra baking during the holiday season when all the baking ingredients and supplies are super cheap and … [Read more...]
Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese
While it's difficult to say what my favorite soup is...because I love soup. All kinds of soups. But at the top of the list is French Onion Soup. With a thick-ole slice of bread and topped with Swiss cheese. Nom. I didn't realize this would happen when I was making this sandwich, but turns out...it tastes just like French Onion Soup. Just less drippy :) I don't eat a lot … [Read more...]
Toasted Ravioli Recipe
When we go out to our favorite Italian restaurant I always like to get the toasted ravioli appetizer but they disappear so fast that I decided to start making them at home so I could have more than one or two in a sitting. They're so good and so easy to make that I could eat them for my whole meal, but they do make for a nice simple appetizer and they're perfect for … [Read more...]
Mushroom Fajita Enchiladas Recipe
Calling all vegetarians! I've got a delicious new enchiladas recipe, make with mushrooms, peppers and my homemade taco seasoning. You don't want to miss out on this cozy, comfort food, filled with veggie goodness...Mushroom Fajita Enchiladas! Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Greek Chilled Quinoa Salad
I've been loving the Mediterranean kinds of dishes (like this one!), and can't see to add enough chopped pickles to my potato salad! This salad combines the traditional Mediterranean flavors and packs a powerful protein punch from the quinoa. I just know that once you make this salad, you'll be making it again and again. Its ease and tastiness is irresistible! PLEASE … [Read more...]
Baked Sammie Melts
Woah Momma! How did I not know these sandwiches existed?? Has anyone else been living under the same rock as me? There are so many recipes for these sandwiches out there in the inter-webs, and they are all different. It's so customizable, it's awesome! Use different meats! Use different cheeses! It's awesome! Am I a little too excited about sandwiches? One of the best … [Read more...]
One Dish Dinners Cookbook – On Shelves Nationwide!
Well. It's happened. It's now on bookshelves nationwide! The One Dish Dinners cookbook is for every busy home chef, moms and dads alike, who are struggling to come up with creative dinner ideas that won't cost an arm and a leg, AND that won't leave a ginormous mess in the sink! With this cookbook, you'll have more variety on the dinner table, meals that please your … [Read more...]
Roasted Zucchini with Herbs and Feta
Roasted Zucchini with Fresh Herbs and Feta is a great Summer side dish! This would actually be a delicious side for the Grilled Citrus Salmon Packets. A veggie roast during the summer? Turn on my oven? Have you lost your mind, Erin? Yes. But before you start throwing your freshly picked tomatoes at me, hear me out. This recipe includes so many wonderful … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Ranch Packet Roast
I’m always looking for frugal and easy ways to feed my family of seven. And, quite honestly, I look to the slow cooker often just so I won’t have to mess with fixing anything during those busy evening hours. This is a variation of the three packet slow cooker roast because all I had on hand was the one packet of ranch dressing mix. I also added some freshly chopped … [Read more...]
Grilled Citrus Salmon Packets
If you're my uncle, grilling season never ends. But for some of us, it's time to switch over to all those fall comfort foods we love! But before you go switchin' up the menus, you've got to try these Grilled Citrus Salmon Packets. Enjoy this with some rice or grilled garlic bread, and some fresh veggies from the garden or farmer's market. These days there is plenty of harvest, … [Read more...]