Bringing Families back to the table one meal at a time.
I love an easy dinner. Something I can make for my family that is light on fat and big on flavor is always a bonus. The slow-cooked scents of peppers and tomatoes will bring your family to the table. Serve with Ceasar Brussel Sprouts, crusty bread, and Mashed Potatoes. Or keep it low carb and make some Cauliflower [...]
This is one of the recipes that use the 2 qt Slow Cooker. Many of the dishes in my new cookbook use this small slow cooker for those who need to make small portions and are new cooks. I made this one festive just in time for Halloween. You will love the spooky look without [...]
Throw this dish in the oven and relax for the next couple of hours while it cooks. You could also cook this in the slow cooker and just let it simmer. A flavorful beef dish you can serve with a side of mashed potatoes, some peas or brussel sprouts and you will have your family [...]
I am in the midst of moving my daughter back to college. I was supposed to post yesterday; life got in the way. As I was thinking about what should I post, I thought of all the parents doing exactly what I am doing — running around getting kids ready for school. Some have already [...]
I have been eating mainly vegetables for more than year now and my kids are starting to eat a lot more veggies. I make a couple of veggie sides each night to choose from. This is an easy option that you can prep ahead of time and cook as soon as you walk in the [...]
This makes a very nice simple side salad.15 oz of organic spinach3 tbsp blue Cheese1/4 cup sliced almonds1/4 cup of dried cherriesDressing;1 clove garlic2 tsp honey2 tsp spicy brown mustard2 tbsp Raspberry vinegar2 tbsp balsamic vinegar4 tbsp olive oilDirections; Place spinach, Blue cheese, almonds and cherries together on salad plate. Dressing: grate garlic and mix [...]
This recipe is for one but you can multiply to make as many as you need.1 large portobello mushroom1 tablespoon sun-dried tomatoes3 tablespoons feta cheese1 teaspoon white balsamic vinaigrette1 organic wheat hamburger bunDirections: Wash off portobello and remove stem. Place sun-dried tomatoes inside and top with feta cheese. Grill on medium heat for about 8 [...]
4 cups diagonally cut organic carrots2 tbs organic butter3 tbs organic honeyDirections: Put carrots in skillet with butter on low heat. When butter is melted add honey. Stir until carrots are thoroughly coated. We like out carrots hot but still crisp if you like them softer cook longer.Green ShellfishPink GlutenYellow NutsBlue SoyRed EggsOrange FishImage courtesy of [image creator name] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
1 avocadobalsamic vinegarolive oilsea salt grinderDirections; cut avocado in half and remove pit. Remove peel and slice in bite size pieces. Arrange on a plate and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, salt to taste with your sea salt grinder.Green ShellfishPink GlutenYellow NutsBlue SoyPurple MilkRed EggsOrange FishImage: anat_tikker / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
2 cloves garlic2 tbsp organic butter melted1 lb prosciutto1 cup frozen organic peas1 box Barilla plus Fettuccine1/2 cup organic butter softened 1 cup grated parmesan cheese 8 oz carton organic sour cream1 lb. uncooked peeled and deveined shrimp1/2 tsp white pepperDirections; Cook fettuccine according to package. Drain well. While pasta is cooking Crush garlic and saute in 2 [...]