When it comes to doing creative things in the kitchen to celebrate holidays, I try to keep things simple. I like to do something fun with common ingredients that doesn't require too much brain power or time getting ready - especially for breakfast! Here are some fun Valentine's breakfast ideas: Strawberries: Remove the stem, cut in half lengthwise and cut out a tiny bit … [Read more...]
Overnight Slow Cooker Baked Oatmeal
I really wasn't sure if this was going to work. I've been wanting to try it for some time. I read on my friend Stephanie's blog that she made it and it worked. I read her advice and tips and decided to go for the 'overnight' concept. Because I wanted it nice and warm in the morning for my boys! It worked. Totally worked. Didn't burn on the edges. Was completely cooked … [Read more...]
Four Bean Salad with Quinoa
Light. Easy. Summer. Salad. The quinoa cooks on the stove top in just a few minutes. If you really don't want to have any heat in your kitchen, cook the quinoa in a rice cooker out on your patio. Once the quinoa is cooked, the rest is dump and stir. A refreshing light salad - perfect for the dog days of summer! Four Bean Salad with Quinoa Light and … [Read more...]
Sherry-Simmered Carrots
These carrots are amazing! And, be sure to double up on the recipe for a delicious holiday side dish. Sherry-Simmered Carrots The best side dish EVER! Great for holiday meals! 1 lb. baby carrots, halved lengthwise1 Tbsp butter (or (dairy-free) margarine)1 Tbsp brown sugar1 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp dijon mustard1 tsp 1/2 tsp rosemary leaves, chopped 2/3 cups … [Read more...]
Honey Mustard Lentils & Rice Casserole
What's with the crazy half-fluffed photo, Erin? I know that's what your thinking. I haven't lost my mind. Well...since this cooking method is probably a new concept for many of you, I decided to just fluff half of the dish before snapping the photo so that you can see what it will look like when it comes out of the oven. And what it will look like once it's … [Read more...]
Tex Mex Restaurant Style Rice
Last weekend we had our final church group meeting before summer and the dinner theme was 'taco night.' Upon seeing the signup list, I quickly chose rice and beans...because I love cooking rice and beans. :) They're cheap, healthy and are easy to 'doctor up.' I made 2 lbs. of these Dominican style beans. And then made a giant pot of Tex Mex restaurant style rice (2 lbs. of … [Read more...]
Southwest Rice Pilaf
This recipe is part of the latest 21 Gluten Free Meals from Costco Plan. Please note that the photo above includes green peppers, but the plan calls for red peppers. Peppers can be interchanged easily in recipes, so feel free to use either red or green...depending on what your store has, and what your taste preferences are. Love this simple one-dish vegetarian meal. Hope … [Read more...]
Fruit & Yogurt Rollups
How do you handle those mornings when you are 18 minutes later than you'd hoped to be, but you're craving a delicious and portable breakfast option that will leave you satisfied until lunch? With the ingredients positioned in the right place, you can have this one ready and be headed out the door in less than 2 minutes! Spread some plain (or vanilla) Greek yogurt on a … [Read more...]
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Egg-Tacos
Having a mixed bag of food allergies and intolerances in our family makes certain dinner ideas and concepts a challenge...but what I love about this one...it easily catered to my egg-free child and my gluten-free child, both of whom happen to be dairy free as well. Ryan enjoyed this ham and egg rollup that you see above...even had a second 'egg tortilla.' Tyler enjoyed a ham … [Read more...]
5 Healthy Lunch Ideas
Whether you’re eating lunch at home or brown-bagging it at the office, lunch is one of those times when people often turn to convenience foods and end up making unhealthy choices. Below are five tips for how to eat healthy, budget friendly lunches, without spending forever packing them every morning. 1. Build Your Own Salad Salads are nutritious, delicious, simple and a … [Read more...]