Super Simple Supper! This is a one dish dinner. (That brings up an important question...when you hear one dish dinner, do you think of it being a dinner that is SERVED in one dish, or COOKED in one dish?!) So this is technically a one dish served dinner...as the whole meal is in one bowl. But it was cooked in 2 pots...a pot for the pasta, and a skillet for the sausage, … [Read more...]
Pork Tenderloin Meal
Mommy Gio shares a super simple supper with us tonight! Pork Tenderloin Meal A simple and delicious dinner! 2 lb. Pork Tenderloin Spices or Rub - Italian seasoning or all-purpose seasoning or jerk seasoning or whatever you like!2 lb. Potatoes2 cans Green Beans Season your Tenderloin to your likings and put in oven at 400 degrees for 35 min, or until … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Mexican Carnitas
Simple. Fuss-free. Tasty. (The only thing I wish I'd done before serving these was toast the tortillas in a hot skillet...just 30 seconds per side...give them a little flavor boost.) I have been waiting to make these since the beginning of March! Rather, these have been waiting for me to make them since the beginning of March!!! Slow Cooker Mexican … [Read more...]
Grilled Hawaiian Pizza
I don't think I'll ever go back to oven pizza. Ever. Never. Ever. Never. Grilled Hawaiian Pizza Grilled pizza is delightful, but this Hawaiian pizza takes it to the next level! Store bought or homemade pizza doughOlive oil for brushing1/2 fresh pineapple, thinly sliced1 cup store bought or homemade pizza sauce2 cups cooked and diced ham2 cups … [Read more...]
Sausage Jambalaya with Salad
This is a guest recipe! . I love cooking from scratch when I can, but there are some days when quick and easy is a must. Zatarain's jambalaya mix is delicious right out of the box, and when it goes on sale I stock up for this quick and frugal meal. Pair it with a green salad for a perfect dinner! Sausage Jambalaya with Salad a simple, sem-homemade dinner that … [Read more...]
Cranberry Pork Chops
I made this recipe what seems like EONS ago...but it really wasn't that long ago! But at the same time, it's been too long. Y'all know what I mean. These kiddos of mine have turned up the dial on "time"...to warp speed. (It's all happening too fast...they are growing up way to fast.) Again. I digress! Anyhoo. Made this using some fresh "holiday" (meaning … [Read more...]
Sausage Apple Egg Casserole
It's hard to photograph egg casseroles. Every time I've tried, it just doesn't look as good as it tastes. I suppose it's the bland colors. Anyways...L-O-V-E-D the sausage and apple flavors in this casserole! Sausage Apple Egg Casserole The sausage and apple flavors come together perfectly in this easy breakfast casserole! 6 slices wheat bread ($.25)1 lb. mild … [Read more...]
Ranchero Black and Pinto Beans
At this point, we're just throwing things together...a little of this from the freezer with a little of that from the pantry! But I must say...this is a WINNER!!! (You know it's a winner when you arrive at the dinner table half full because you've been sneaking bites from the skillet!) Video Disclaimers Please excuse the t-shirt and sweatpants (just keepin' it … [Read more...]
Sausage Eggwiches
Well. We've been dealing with a bit of a crisis around here. Remember my "Stock the Freezer" list? Well, I've been busy the last few weeks stocking up our fridge freezer and our deep freezer. So last night I noticed that the power light on the generic brand deep freezer (wish was just about stuffed to the gills!) was out. Uh oh. Checked all the electric, fuses, etc. … [Read more...]
National Eat Together Week
That's right! This week is National Eat Together Week! Eating together as a family is very important to us! So when I heard about how the folks from The Other White Meat set out to encourage families to eat together AND to help fight hunger by partnering with Feeding America (a hunger relief charity), I had to share with you all! Here's how you can help...and … [Read more...]