Summer is a great time to get your grill going and have friends and family over for a meal. This recipe for Grilled Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Salmon is easy, only requires a few ingredients, and is oh so yummy. To make it an extra fun party, cook everything outside. Saute some squash in a […]
Whenever we are planning and packing for a trip, I always find myself standing in the pantry trying to decide what we can make from items in the pantry. Taking as many grocery items with you (and not shopping at the vacation grocery store) will save you a ton of money! Sometimes staring into […]
Shepherd’s pie is a favorite at my house. Every bite contains basically everything you should want from a meal: protein, veggies, carbs (my girls love the mashed potatoes…). Plus, it’s yummy and really hearty. This recipe also freezes well. Once you’ve assembled your pie, let it cool, cover it well (either with plastic wrap and […]
If you’ve got veggies and a protein, you can make stir fry! Stir fries are quick and they’re great because you can basically use whatever you have on hand. Really, you just can’t go wrong with a bowl full of veggies. And it’ll be way better than takeout! PrintQuick Stir Fry Ingredients3 tbsp olive oil […]
If you’re like me, you don’t mind eating chili all year long, but I know there are some of you who are longing for summer salads and gazpachos. We’ll get there soon enough, but I wanted to make a big pot of chili the other night that still made us feel cozy (despite the 80 […]
We like hearty meals around here. And when those hearty meals are easy, that makes them even better. This black bean chili is vegetarian, but it’s packed with flavors and the beans provide a good source of protein. This meal also freezes well, so throw your leftovers in a plastic freezer bag and you’ll have […]
Do your kids love fish sticks? Here’s a recipe that will allow you to make crispy fish at home! The big plus is that these fish nuggets are baked in the oven and not fried. You’ll likely already have the basic ingredients for this recipe on hand, making your lunch or dinner super quick and […]
I had a night the other night where I didn’t have a dinner plan in my mind, so I headed to the pantry. I knew I had sausage and rice, so after looking around for ingredients that would complement those, I decided to make a quick and easy jambalaya. It should be said that this […]
I think one of the most fun ways to get your kids involved with dinner is to have a make your own pizza night! It’s cheaper than delivery or going out for pizza. Give each person a section of dough and you’ll each have a super customized pizza! Plus, if you head to Publix this […]
