Slow Cooker Ratatouille is a comforting, veggie packed dish that's so easy to prepare! Slow Cooker Ratatouille is a comforting, vegetable-packed dish where tender eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes slowly simmer with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. The slow cooker enhances the flavors, creating a rich, rustic stew perfect for an effortless, hearty meal. … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Easiest Thanksgiving side dish ever! The Thanksgiving ideas and Instant Pot recipes continue...next up is these Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes. You could easily turn these into Sweet Potato Casserole, but I think they are sweet enough after they have been pressure-steamed and can be enjoyed with some butter and spices. The sweet potatoes naturally caramelize (and … [Read more...]
Imperfect Foods – Get 30-50% Off Grocery Prices!
BREAKING! Imperfect Produce is now Imperfect Foods! MORE BREAKING! During the Week of September 30th, new members get a $20 credit for their first box! Can I step up on a soapbox for a second? I lived in a third world country for 6 years. I shopped in a farmer's market that had AMAZING, picked that morning, straight to the market produce. What was in season is … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Indian Butternut Squash and Lentil Curry
I spent several years overseas and fell in love with cooking different meals from other cultures and cuisines. It's remarkable how different combos of spices, herbs and simple ingredients can make for such a phenomenal meal. This Indian-inspired dish with lentils, butternut squash and a tomato based curry sauce is to-die-for. We served it with flatbread, almost using the … [Read more...]
Roasted Dijon Chicken and Veggies
It's a sheet pan supper! I'm making more and more of these in my kitchen, because they are so easy! And because I can sneak into the kitchen and get it going, then go help one (or all) of the boys with homework, or find a lost soccer cleat, or whatever...and then come back and dinner's about ready! Please note with this one, you do have to come back and add the green … [Read more...]
Steak Fajitas
LOVE ME SOME STEAK FAJITAS! Especially those made with love and care....and homemade fajita seasoning! This is one of those "everyone at the table will polish their plates" meal for the Chase family. And I don't make them often enough?!?! There's just something about fresh, sauteed peppers and onions with a homemade spice mix....it makes for such a delightful … [Read more...]
Keto Sloppy Joes
Here's my favorite ketogenic twist on Sloppy Joes! Sloppy joe sauce is traditionally tangy and sweet, so we're getting the tang and a touch of low-carb sweet into this homemade sauce. Add the meat to lettuce leaves with keto friendly toppings like jalapenos and shredded cheese, and voila....delicious Keto Sloppy Joes! Once you brown up the meat and simmer with the … [Read more...]
Pan Roasted Tortellini and Asparagus
Start to finish - all you need is 15 minutes to get this meal on the table! Enjoy! Pan Roasted Tortellini and Asparagus Start to finish - all you need is 15 minutes to get this meal on the table! 1 Tbsp olive oil20 oz. box cheese tortellini2 cups warm water2 cups heavy cream3 oz. mascarpone cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheesePepper to taste1 lb. … [Read more...]
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
So....I think this might be the first Air Fryer recipe we're sharing on $5 Dinners! I've been "playing" with my Air Fryer in the kitchen and have been using it mostly for non-glamorous things, like... Heating up frozen fish sticks (it only takes 11 minutes, and you don't have to wait for the pre-heat!) Heating up frozen fries or tater tots (same story as the fish … [Read more...]
Keto Steak Fajitas
LOW CARB ALERT! If you're eating low carb, wanting to eat Keto, check out this amazing recipe. (Of course, you can swap the cauliflower rice for brown rice or tortillas for a "regular" meal. Other ingredients are all ketogenic diet friendly!) Saute the peppers in onions in large skillet or Dutch oven. Then set aside. Saute beef with garlic and … [Read more...]