If you’re looking to cut your grocery budget without compromising on taste or nutrition, then one simple thing to is eat less meat. Even if your whole lifestyle isn’t vegetarian, skipping meat with dinner once or twice a week can save you a good bit on your weekly grocery budget. This doesn’t just mean eating beans […]
Before you say you don’t like Brussels sprouts: y’all, these are so good. After a quick fry in some bacon grease, these shaved sprouts get crispy in the oven and tossed around with bits of savory bacon. PrintCrispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts Ingredients1 pound Brussels sprouts (about 20 sprouts) 2 strips bacon 1/4 cup onion, diced […]
Last week for Thanksgiving dinner, I made an old family recipe, and it was a huge hit. It’s actually an adaptation of a dish my grandmother used to make, but since she passed away, we have modified it to make the preparation easier, and no one has minded. You may have heard of twice baked […]
This post is sponsored by Sir Kensington’s. All opinions are my own. Are you tired of the never-ending question of “What’s for Dinner?” It’s not that I don’t enjoy cooking or family dinners, I just get tired of thinking of meals and tired of trying to make them not seem like something new. I know […]
Fresh green beans are some of my favorite vegetables to use because they’re inexpensive and simple to prepare. You can generally find them on sale all year long. Plus, they’re great to clean and trim and then throw in the freezer for veggie soups and stir fries. Here’s my favorite way to prepare them on […]
Growing up, I never thought I liked carrots. As an adult, though, I realized that I had just never had carrots that were prepared well. These Instant Pot carrots may be able to convert any carrot haters in your house; my kids don’t all love them, but they all eat them without much complaint. They’re […]
This Mexican dish is so simple to put together and brightens up any food you top it with. Though it’s traditionally used on foods like carnitas and tostadas, it’s also really good on grilled chicken, hamburgers, broiled fish, and lots more. Tip: If you want to make your pico de gallo spicy, add in a […]
I love eating a big bowl of pasta with alfredo sauce (who doesn’t?!). If you’re looking to indulge in this treat as well, here’s a recipe for super yummy and creamy alfredo sauce! I like to serve this sauce over pasta with grilled chicken and lots of green veggies (peas, green beans, broccoli, zucchini…). It […]
This easy mango salsa is a great way to add flavor to a bunch of different recipes! We like to put it on top of grilled chicken, but it’s also great on pork tacos or for simply using as a tortilla chip dip. PrintMango Salsa Ingredients2 cups diced mango (about 2 mangoes) 1/4 cup diced […]
