Szechuan dishes are all about the garlic and the chili powders. For this freezer friendly version, we've dialed it back a little on the heat level to be more family friendly, kid friendly, and a delicious version that uses sauces and spices you already have on hand! Enjoy! Szechuan Beef Stir-fry Szechuan dishes are all about the garlic and the chili … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Cuban Chicken
This Cuban style marinade is unique and delicious, and is perfect for slow cooked or pressure cooked chicken. You could also cook this chicken and sauce in the Instant Pot, Dutch oven, or bake it in the oven. It is a versatile chicken and you will love it! Enjoy! Instant Pot Cuban Chicken This Cuban style marinade is unique and delicious! 4 small … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Lettuce WrapsÂ
These are seriously good, and the whole family will love them! This chicken is also delightful on salad greens, in a "rice bowl," in a corn or flour tortilla. We love shredded chicken because of how many different ways it can be served. When I make this, I often double up and then let the cooked shredded chicken cool. From there, I'll freeze it like that or make it up … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Sweet & Sour Chicken
A slow cooking twist on a classic fakeout-takeout meal - Sweet and Sour Chicken. Please make note of when the cornstarch is added :) We hope you enjoy this as much as we do! Slow Cooker Sweet & Sour Chicken Skip the pricey take-out and make an easy, homemade dish! 4 small boneless chicken breasts1 red bell pepper3/4 cup chicken stock1/4 cup brown … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Butter Chicken
OH BABY! This shredded chicken is packed with delicious flavor. Do not let the uncommon spice (garam masala) turn away - it is full of flavor and kids love it too! Enjoy! Instant Pot Butter Chicken This chicken has so much lovely flavor! 2 large boneless chicken breasts4 boneless chicken thighs1/2 cup hot water1/4 cup butter1 small white onion8 oz … [Read more...]
Vegetable Ragu with Pasta
A veggie packed ragu sauce to go with your favorite pasta! To freeze this, you're going to chop up all the veggies and mix with the crushed tomatoes and seasoning. Then let it simmer together in a skillet or saucepan, and serve with cooked pasta and a side salad. Enjoy! Vegetable Ragu with Pasta You're going to love the savory flavor in this veggie … [Read more...]
Steak Chili
A hearty, chunky chili made with stew beef cubes, red kidney beans, and all the best spices for the perfect chili. This is the best bowl of chili for a cold wintery evening. Enjoy! Steak Chili This is the best bowl of chili for a cold wintery evening. 2 lb. stew beef cubes1 Tbsp minced onion1 tsp garlic powder1 green bell pepper15 oz. … [Read more...]
SIGN UP! FREE Freezer Cooking 101 Online Workshop!
Freezer Cooking 101 Workshop What You'll Learn!!! In this online workshop, you can watch the uber-short videos at your own pace and convenience. I totally get that your time and attention span might be shorter than your toddler's, soooo...we kept them short. Just a few minutes each! In these 3 videos, we talk about... the benefits of freezer cooking. how to prep, … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Spinach-Mushroom Tortellini
I think if I had to decide on one food to eat for the rest of my life, it would be tortellini. AH - I just love it so much...and sometimes I wonder if I have more Italian in my blood that I do. (I have not done one of those DNA kits and pretty sure there's very little Italian in my blood, despite what my pasta-cheese loving taste buds might say!) Good luck not licking … [Read more...]
The BEST & EASIEST Taco Dip!
Oh, we love chips and dips around here. It usually doesn't take long for a bowl of salsa or queso or guacamole to get polished off by my voracious crew! The next favorite on the list is this Taco Dip! It's hearty, it's simple, and it's super affordable too! Add this to the list for your next potluck...or Taco Tuesday night at your house :) Here's what we need to make … [Read more...]