My oldest sister taught me this recipe when I was a teenager. She was in nursing school and had a bunch of super easy weeknight meals that even a 15 year old could cook successfully. I remember she was on a budget, but she still made well rounded meals that we all enjoyed. She would serve this dish with some microwaved canned corn, buttered with salt and pepper. Lazy Lasagna A quick, ...
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I have been thinking about trying this method since the first time I saw it on TikTok, but I just couldn't reconcile with feta. We had a falling out when I was pregnant 12 years ago and I guess I just can't let go of a grudge. I have always loved Boursin, so when I saw this variation I was all in! I just happened to have tortellini in my ...
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This recipe was made around the fact that my toddler wanted a banana, took one bite, and then was "all done." So, what do you do with a 3 hour old, open banana? If you don't mind, you could just eat it, but I mind, I very much mind (ew). You could break it up and freeze it for smoothies, but I think three bags of bananas in one freezer ...
Read MoreThis recipe can be made as a side dish, as a dip, or a main meal for a baby or toddler. It's delicious topped with cheese and/or fresh onion and cilantro. My original version was made using leftover bacon grease as the oil, it created an extra layer of flavor and smokiness. Let me know what y'all think! Black Bean Dip 2 tbsp oil1 onion (rough chopped)1 bell pepper (rough ...
Read MoreThis is a bean free hummus, the cauliflower becomes the base of this delicious dip. Level it up with by adding some grated parmesan cheese to the mix! Roasted Cauliflower Hummus 1 head cauliflower (washed and roughly chopped)5 cloves garlic (peeled and smashed)1/4 cup tahini1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin)2 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp salt1 tsp paprika Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with silpat, parchment paper, or ...
Read MoreSmoothies and I go way back. When I was a kid my dad would make Orange Julius (which may be a recipe I share in the future), an orangey-banana smoothie that we would have for dessert with popcorn. Then, as I go older, and became a card carrying member of diet culture and I would get my "smoothie" in a styrofoam cup. These concoctions were more powder than fruit, but ...
Read MoreI was immediately intrigued by the idea of an herby granola and made some the day I heard about it on the Today show. My initial thought was that it would work on the charcuterie board I was planning, just like on the show, but I wasn't sure how it would integrate into other meals and snacks. But, I have since used this granola in three distinct ways! Classic yogurt ...
Read MoreCreamy, Savory Oatmeal topped with rosemary granola, sweet and spicy almonds (chopped), goat cheese (crumbled), thinly sliced pear, a sprinkle of cayenne, and a drizzle of honey. Oatmeal is a breakfast option that makes me feel warm and safe, but can sometimes be too boring to make the effort of it worthwhile. So, when I heard about this variation I just had to try it! I have had the classic savory ...
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I originally wanted to call this recipe 'Leftover Chicken Taco Soup,' but I was't sure leftover chicken would appeal to anyone. However, that is what this soup is made of. We barbecued over the weekend and had about six pieces of chicken leftover. If you don't have leftover chicken you could use a store-bought rotisserie chicken, canned chicken, or tack on an extra 15-20 minutes and cook some beforehand. It's ...
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Do y'all have a recipe in your back pocket that's guaranteed to make everyone happy, can be fixed in 30 minutes or less, and you generally keep most of the items needed on hand to make on a random night? I do, and I am sharing it with you here! This recipe is something my husband grew up eating, and now my kids are too. It is simple, budget-friendly, and ...
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