This past weekend, I had the opportunity to share these 5 mistakes in a workshop with busy, stressed out mamas at the Teach Them Diligently event in NW Arkansas. We walked through the 5 mistakes and talked about the solutions for each during the workshop. And that's exactly what we are doing in this online workshop... As I watched most of these mamas take notes and write … [Read more...]
3-Ingredient Pineapple Muffins
Yup yup...just 3 ingredients! Self rising flour, sugar and crushed pineapple. I'm all about the time hacks...including not pulling out all.the.baking.things. when you can use self-rising flour instead! Self-rising flour works wonderfully in many recipes, especially this one. I have not experimented with other sweeteners, but think that applesauce or coconut sugar would be … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken
ADORE this chicken. It's an ADORE-able meal. You will ADORE the flavor, and you will ADORE how easy it is to make. This recipe was also featured on our weekly DINNER MADE EASY show on our Facebook page. Every Wednesday, I do a live cooking demo with our popular recipes and this one was a hit! You can watch here: Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Super … [Read more...]
Garlic Bread Pizza Grilled Cheese
Don't feel like making pizza? Don't want to wait for a pizza to be delivered? Make this instead...because... Oh my stars. You and yours are going to love this one. It's grilled cheese...with all your favorite pizza flavors. (Feel free to add other 'toppings' as 'fillings' into your grilled cheese.) And the bread that you use....garlic bread. I KNOW. My … [Read more...]
Crunchy Dijon Cod
Oh my flavor. In general, I like fish. Milder fish is preferred. But when you add a ton of flavor and crunch, then I love fish. And by ton of flavor and crunch, I mean this. Dill, lemon, Dijon mustard. With some bread crumbs. Generously piled on top of a mild fish, like cod. YUM. This will not disappoint!!! Crunchy Dijon Cod Dill, lemon, Dijon … [Read more...]
Goat Cheese Apricot Stuffed Chicken
So we're going to classify this one as "budget gourmet." Because it's a gourmet flavor...done on a budget! This is actually one of our new MyFreezEasy recipes and it's ridiculously delicious. I had originally thought about doing a quick 'fry-saute' of the chicken before baking it. But...in the spirit of simplicity, I decided that a little salt and pepper on top was just … [Read more...]
Apple Chicken Lettuce Wraps
We're making a homemade sauce with some ground chicken and the end result... THIS. Perfectly flavored chicken with some crunchy apples and green onions...all pulled together into a large piece of lettuce. This would be great in some Bibb lettuce, Romaine or iceberg...whichever you prefer! Enjoy! :) Apple Chicken Lettuce Wraps Perfectly seasoned chicken … [Read more...]
Samoa Cereal Bars
Your favorite Samoa flavor combos......in cereal bar form! They're like rice krispie treats, but made with Caramel Crunch cereal, coconut and chocolate. These are a perfect after school snack or dessert for the Samoa Girl Scout Cookie lover! They didn't last long at my house and I bet they won't last long at yours ;) Samoa Cereal Bars If you love the … [Read more...]
Adobo Pulled Pork Sandwiches {Slow Cooker & Instant Pot}
You had me at Adobo. Yes, this is such a fabulous seasoning and it's amazing with this easy, homemade sauce. Simple ingredients...loads of flavor! {This would also be amazing with using a half and half mix of chicken breasts and chicken thighs, about 2 lbs. total.} Adobo Pulled Pork Sandwiches {Slow Cooker & Instant Pot} Tender pulled pork, … [Read more...]
6 Ingredient Substitutions for Healthier Cooking
If you love to cook and cook often, you might be looking for ways to make your meals healthier. Using a great deal of fat and sodium in your cooking isn’t a healthy way to live, but luckily there are ways you can tweak your recipes into healthier versions of themselves. Take a look below at 6 ingredient substitutions for healthier cooking, so you can keep … [Read more...]