This meal is inspired by my brother in law. We went to visit them in Chi-town this past Labor Day weekend. He cooked up a storm! It was such a joy to watch him take on the same role as his dad! Host and chef! Also, want to say a quick congrats to my BIL for running the Chicago marathon and doing so in honor and memory of your dad! Zucchini Omelets A simple omelet … [Read more...]
Beef Roast with Potatoes, Butternut Squash
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Homemade White Sauce
Homemade White Sauce Homemade sauce is always the best! 2 Tbsp butter2 Tbso flour ((Use rice flour to keep it gluten free))1-2 cups milk ((whole or 2% is best!)) In saucepan, melt butter.Once melted, add flour and whisk with butter.Add milk to butter/flour mix and WHISK, WHISK, WHISK!Cook on medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes. Stir often. Sauce will thicken.If … [Read more...]
Pork with Apples and Asparagus
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Roasted Bell Pepper Rotini
I've been holding onto summer. It has been warm and still very much feels like summer! Until today! The high is only 68. Fall is upon us! I've just got to make one last pasta salad! Roasted Bell Pepper Rotini Fresh and flavorful! 8 oz Rotini 2 Chicken breasts 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese1 green pepper, roasted (3 tbsp 3 T EVOO/2 T vinegar, Italian spices … [Read more...]
Cauliflower Casserole
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Baked Lemon Salmon
Thanks to 2 great sales on salmon and broccoli this week, we get to have a salmon dinner for $5!!! This was a delicious and nutritious meal! And there's even some leftovers to throw on my salad for lunch tomorrow! My boys both ate their portions of the salmon and the broccoli! Fish is an excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids. Be sure to get those Omega 3s into your weekly … [Read more...]
Honey Glazed Pork Chops
I did not make this meal, but wanted to share what I was planning on doing! When my mom comes into town, we have 2 "restaurant traditions"...and since she's only here for 3 nights we had to hit up our traditional spots! Honey Glazed Pork Chops Delightful flavor in these juicy pork chops! Water or Broth4 Pork Chops 2 tbsp brown sugar 3 tbsp honeySalt and … [Read more...]
Creamy Tortellini
This meal is inspired by my favorite "American" restaurant in the Dominican Republic. Whenever we were stretched and feeling culture shock at its worst, we'd go to eat at the "Pasta House". This was my favorite dish and here is the $5 version! Creamy Tortellini A favorite of mine! 1 Package Tortellini White Sauce (Butter, Flour, Milk)1 cup peas5 slices … [Read more...]
Oven Fried Drumsticks
Tonight we had Oven Fried Drumsticks. I pulled out some homemade buns from the freezer that I made "before the windstorm" and steamed some organic vegetables that I recently bought on closeout and with a coupon! Oven Fried Drumsticks A budget friendly, easy weeknight meal! 8 chicken drumsticks4 tbsp butter 1 tsp paprika1 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp … [Read more...]