Pizza cravings are the worst! My sister-in-law and I are trying a lighter approach, so I made Supreme Pizza Zucchini Boats! Turkey sausage, bell pepper, pepperoni and other deliciousness. So! Freaking! Good! Plus, they took around 30 minutes to make! 3 large Zucchini; halved & cored ¼ lb Pepperoni; divided ¼ lb Italian Turkey Sausage […]
We decided on Cherry Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps today. They were just what we needed! So light and delicious. Lettuce makes a delicious, crispy substitute for bread with this classic salad. 12-15 Lettuce Leaves; rinsed and dried Toasted Walnuts (optional) Tomato Slices (optional) — Chicken Salad: 20 oz. canned Chicken Breast ⅔ cup Celery; choppedContinue […]
I couldn’t sleep and had a hankering to cook! I’ll call it Midnight Manicotti! I normally make my marinara from scratch, but the empty jar of Prego sitting in my fridge makes me think that’s not the case this go ‘round. 1 package Manicotti Pasta 2 cups Marinara Sauce 1 cup Parmesan Cheese — Filling: […]
Day 35 of the #PantryChallenge Hey look! It’s soup…again. Still can’t really do the whole solid food thing, so immersion blender to the rescue! I love pureed soups and I added a bit more peppers to try and help clear out my sinuses. It could have done with a splash of heavy cream, but IContinue […]
Happy Fourth of July! I have to work today, so I can’t make it to the family cookout, but I can still enjoy a nice meal! Kinda sick of burgers for now so I wanted to do something a bit more original. I had an elk tenderloin that sounded delicious! Served with Garlicky Mashed Potatoes,Continue […]
The taco stands don’t lie! I love all tacos, but Fry Bread tacos are at the top of the list! Chicken, beef, pork, fish shrimp, the possibilities are endless! Putting my Kitchenatic’s products to good use! Fry Bread: 4 cups Flour 2 Tablespoons Baking Powder 2 teaspoons Salt Pinch of Sugar 2 cups warm WaterContinue […]
When I was vacationing with my family in Maui years back everything was served with this amazing Macaroni Salad, locally referred to simply as Mac Salad. It varies from its mainland cousin with its lack of mustard and minimal vinegar. It’s a simple and amazing recipe that is my go-to potluck recipe! It comes togetherContinue […]
Pesto Salmon is one of my go to dinners! It’s so simple and so delicious! I normally smoke my salmon, but baking it is a great option as well. This time I served it with Brown Butter Pasta and Mushrooms braised in balsamic vinegar. Pesto is an amazingly versatile sauce. I’ve put it on darn […]
I can’t have soup week without making my all time favorite soup. Curried Butternut Squash Soup! It’s so rich and creamy with just enough spice. I make it every Thanksgiving and it’s always a hit! 1 large Butternut squash; peeled & cubed 3 cups Carrot; peeled & sliced 1 large Onion; quartered 2 Garlic Bulbs;Continue […]
Day 13 of my 8 week #PantryChallenge I had to run errands on my lunch/dinner so I couldn’t get home to eat. Finally home and whipped up a few quick burgers. As a kid I used my burger to scoop up the beans, but now I just pile it right on top. Served with taterContinue […]
My apartment still smells incredible. This is hands down my favorite Pot Roast recipe! Smoked Pot Roast Beef Roast 4 pound Beef Chuck Roast 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon Paprika 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper 2 teaspoons Seasoned Salt 1 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 teaspoon Onion Powder 2 Tablespoons Italian Herbs 3 garlic cloves; grated […]
This is such a quick, inexpensive and easy breakfast! Sausage, Egg and Cheese Muffins. It’s so simple and so delicious! Served with air fried Hash Browns and fresh fruit, it makes for a great start to any weekday. These freeze really well, so make a large batch, wrap them in foil and microwave, bake orContinue […]
Loaded Mashed Potato Bacon Bake Scalloped Corn & Potato Casserole Rosemary & Parmesan Sweet Potato Casserole Broccoli Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes Jalapeño Popper Scalloped Potatoes Air Fryer Greek Fries Air Fryer Parmesan Herb French Fries Parmesan Herb Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Baked Smothered Greek Pork Chops Air Fryer Potato Chips Irish Colcannon Ham & Gravy […]
I accidentally opened the wrong side of the Cayenne pepper shaker and I’m kinda glad I did! It was stinking good and perfect for a cold, hazy day like today. Added bonus, my sinuses are now clear! 2 pounds lean Ground Beef 1 large Carrot; peeled and chopped 1 small Bell Pepper; cored and chopped […]