This post was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. If you've ever visited the Twin Cities and had chow mein, you know it's different than any other chow mein around. It's hearty, thick and comforting. But you can't find it when you leave the Mid-West. Heck, I can't even find it when I'm traveling in the Mid-West. However, it's extremely easy to make and is … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser The National Milk Life Campaign. All opinions are mine alone. #MilkTheRealStory #CollectiveBias Each weekend I sit down and start to plan out what we will be eating for the week. I always try to make sure we eat a somewhat balanced diet. For us, that means we need to have dairy, protein, and vegetables in every meal. I've … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy Weeknight Red Beans and Rice
This post was sponsored by S&W Beans and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. With back to school means getting used to a whole new routine. It's a huge adjustment, at least for us. This year, Peyton has to read out loud, every night for 20 minutes. So I'm trying to find quick, healthy, nutritious meals that I can prepare in that time frame so she can read to me while I cook. … [Read more...]
Protein Packed Homemade Chili
Whenever I am thinking of meal ideas I try to make sure they are high in protein. One way to add a little extra protein to any meal is to incorporate beans! Beans are packed full of protein and they are also one of the main ingredients in my chili! S&W Beans have a wide selection of beans that are high in fiber and protein, making them the perfect addition to a healthy diet. When I showed … [Read more...]
Breakfast in One Pan!
We had a long day at the zoo and when we got home the kids were hungry. Since I was in a hurry to get to the zoo before the crowds started we may have skipped breakfast. I didn't starve the kids, I just got them a snack at the zoo. So by the time we got home these guys were starving. Instead of taking out 4 different pans and starting breakfast I reached for my MasterPan and started cooking. I … [Read more...]
Chicken and Steak Fajitas in One Pan!
Yes, you read the title right. I just finished making chicken and steak fajitas in one pan, along with fiesta corn, refried beans and the peppers! And I did it all at the same time. The MasterPan is my secret weapon. I can create a whole meal in just one pan. Here's how I created our dinner tonight. If you want to make the same dish you'll need the following - 1 Red Pepper 1 Yellow … [Read more...]
Roast Chicken Quarters with Lemon-Dill Spring Vegetables
I'm always looking for a quick and easy dinner solution. Being an independent momma often leads to being short on time. So over the next few months we are going to start exploring recipes that are simple to prepare and easy to cook. The first one up is from the cook book 200 Best Sheet Pan Meals. I've been looking through the book and I must admit some recipes look a little time consuming and … [Read more...]
Celebrate Spring with Santa Margherita!
Spring has definitely sprung! What better way to celebrate the warm weather than to have a little get together. And at that get together you can impress your company with these fun, fresh, fruity drinks featuring Santa Margherita. Here's a few fresh cocktail recipes to help impress those guest. Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade You'll need the following - 1 Bottle Santa Margherita Prosecco … [Read more...]
Klondike Brownie Sundae
Who doesn't love ice cream? I know in our house we always have several varieties on hand. But scooping out of large ice cream containers can be difficult. And if you have several people to please this can also get time consuming. So I have a solution! Here's a delicious recipe for a Klondike brownie ice cream sundae without all the scooping. What you will need - Klondike Original Bars (I used … [Read more...]
Creamy Chicken in the Crock Pot
I love using the crock pot to make dinners during the week. And one of my daughter's favorite dishes is my Creamy Chicken dish over rice. Not really sure where this recipe came from. I think it's pretty basic. To get started you will need the following: Crock Pot Slow Cooker Liners 1 can Chicken Broth 2 cans Cream of Chicken Soup 1 - 2 lbs boneless skinless Chicken Thighs 1 … [Read more...]
