My daughter loves curry, so much so that I decided to use it to get her to eat one of her least favorite foods: squash. When she saw the roasted acorn squash, she thought I was going to use the curried chicken and rice to create a curried version of Stuffed Acorn Squash. And I was tempted to, but I noticed that when I made Stuffed Acorn Squash, one individual left a good … [Read more...]
Roasted Sweet Acorn Squash + Dish Saving Trick
So here's a trick that I accidentally happened to do the other night...and I'll never do it the old way again! Mainly because it saves you the trouble of dirtying and washing a serving dish. (Well, unless I was serving this to guests...then I would put it into a serving dish.) But for regular old family dinners, this will work... Roasted Sweet Acorn Squash Yield - 4 … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Sweet Balsamic Tilapia – $5 Dinner Challenge
Love. Love. I'm in love. For several reasons. Fish...wanting to add more fish into our diet. Made these in the slow cooker. Super easy clean up. Kids ate every bit of the fish...and wanted more. (Yes, I let them dip it in ketchup. Gotta do what you gotta do.) It only takes 2-3 hours to make so you can start it just after lunch...those of you who are at … [Read more...]
Honey Roasted Acorn Squash and Chicken
I love simple meals. I love experimenting with simple meals. Giving them a little extra something special. With the chicken on special and the acorn squash on sale, I thought I'd have some fun with tonight. Added a touch of honey to them both. Then roasted them into a state of perfect deliciousness! ...mmm, MMM. Honey Roasted Acorn Squash and Chicken Yield - 4 … [Read more...]
How to Roast Pumpkin and Squash Seeds
1. Scoop seeds from squash or pumpkin. Remove as much of the flesh attached to the seeds as you can. If there's a little left, that's OK! 2. Spread seeds out on cookie sheet or in shallow metal baking pan in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chili powder and garlic salt. Eyeball it! (Amounts will vary depending on how many seeds you are … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Applesauce Chicken
In honor of the release of Stephanie's Make it Fast Cook it Slow Cookbook, I thought it only fitting to make a recipe from her site tonight! I found this recipe in the book...and knew the boys would love it. So I made it. And they loved it. Not only did they ask for more chicken, they asked for more squash too! Even had 3rds on the squash!!! Oh. And I try to make … [Read more...]
Grilled Tilapia and Acorn Squash
Nevermind that the high today was just 60. And there's a frost advisory for our area tonight. Wasn't gonna stop me from using the grill tonight! Grilled Tilapia and Acorn Squash Yield - 4 servings Preparation Time - 5 minutes + 30 minute marinade time Cooking Time - 10 minutes Ingredients 4 frozen tilapia fillets ($2.99) This is my "never pay more than price" … [Read more...]
How to Cook Acorn Squash
I {love} acorn squash. Baked to perfection. A little melted butter. A few sprinkles of brown sugar. Simple as that! Cutting You're gonna need a large SHARP chef's knife to make the easiest cut on a "raw" squash. Put a little shoulder behind it and cut crosswise in half...for baking. Peeling To make the peeling process a little easier, microwave the squash … [Read more...]
Mini Meatloaves and Mashed Potatoes
I want to thank you for your prayers over the weekend. The MRI went as smoothly as it could have gone. I only had one "mama panic moment" after I realized he had been back there for longer than normal. But he was and is fine! I want to thank Amber from Classic Housewife for my FAB new $5 Dinner Challenge button! Tonight's meal is inspired by an idea at Makes and Takes. This is … [Read more...]
Lentil Meatloaf
I've been given the Kreativ Blooger award from Charlene and will now share 6 things I am thankful for! 1. My Faith in My God 2. My Hubs 3. My Kiddos 4. My Family 5. My Friends 6. All of YOU! This year I want to carry the spirit of "Giving Thanks" to "Giving Back". There are so many things I am thankful for, and I want to share the blessing with others. And I want to … [Read more...]