Seriously, my friend. Smoothie bowls are the new "fan favorite" around here! I mentioned how we are making more of these and why, and yes...we are making more and more of these. Tips for Enjoying Smoothie Bowls Use really ripe bananas to increase the natural sweetness. Bonus points: break ripe bananas into smaller chunks and freeze them. Use mostly, if not … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken
This amazing, cheesy pasta is a spin off our a similar Skillet meal...just made in the Instant Pot! In addition to lots of Greek food being made in my kitchen, there's been a LOT of Instant Pot pastas too. Because so easy. So hands off. And absolutely no water boiling over will happen on your stovetop! Instant Pot One-Pot Spaghetti Instant Pot Taco Pasta And more … [Read more...]
Very Berry Parfait Smoothie Bowl
We love smoothies around here and recently, we've switched to eating more smoothie bowls...and here's why. We have 2 boys who take "powder supplements" for various reasons, including Charlie who recently gave himself "kissing bone bruises" in his left knee. He hasn't been able to walk for 2 weeks now and we're looking at months of recovery. I did some research on natural … [Read more...]
BLT Biscuits
BLT Biscuits - a fun and easy way to change up a B.L.T. sandwich! Use canned or homemade biscuits for the bread part of this sandwich. The buttery-ness from the biscuits is a great complement to the B-L-T flavor combo! I love this kind of simple, weeknight meal! Especially when you add a fun twist for the bread! Our boys gobbled these up and next time I'll … [Read more...]
Doritos Taco Salad
Pardon me while I drown myself into this salad bowl. ;) There are so many amazing flavors and textures happening in this salad and it made my tummy happy, happy happy! With the crunch from the Doritos, the tang of the dressing and the pop of the taco meat....BOOOOOOM...such a delicious lunch and/or dinner option for you! Get the freezer meal instructions over on … [Read more...]
Ham & Cheese Waffles
Ham and Cheese - our new favorite waffle mix in! We love the touch of sweetness with the savory ham and cheese in the waffles. You can cut up and mix the ham and cheese into the waffle batter OR you can make a ham and cheese waffle sandwich...with thin waffles and ham and cheese in between. I prefer to mix the ham and cheese into the batter because our waffle maker is … [Read more...]
Chunky Tomato-Lime Guacamole
I adore homemade guacamole. So much so that I probably eat it (or some form of avocado) 5-6 times a week. I made homemade guacamole on FB live yesterday...you can watch it below. There are so many delicious ways to eat guacamole - from in the skin with just salt and lemon juice to a fully loaded guacamole with street corn and cotija cheese. Also, here's helpful info on … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is a quick and easy appetizer for your next gathering or game day! Jazz up your next potluck or party you're hosting with this simple, yet addictively delicious dip. I love a good spinach artichoke dip and this recipe has just the right amount of garlic, salt and onion to go with all the creamy base and chunky artichokes and … [Read more...]
Bacon & Spinach Salad with Homemade Dressing
Homemade vinaigrette using bacon fat...um, yes please. If you've never made a vinaigrette with the grease from the skillet after you've cooked bacon, you are missing out on the finer things in life. ;) You've cooked the bacon, you might as well use some of the salty-goodness to make a dressing, amiright?!?! This salad is hearty and filling and great for a dinner in, or … [Read more...]
Blueberry Cardamom Scones
Scones - I adore them. I like to pretend that I'm eating them while sipping on a cup of tea at a cafe in London. I can dream for a moment. I can let these delicious scones take me to another place, if just for a moment. These scones are packed with flavor, and moisture! The blueberries, cardamom and ginger are a lovely complement. And the extra juices from the blueberries … [Read more...]