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Corned Beef & Cabbage w/ Spicy Garlic Potatoes

Beef, Entertaining/Holidays, Slow cooker
In keeping with the St. Patrick's theme, I made an Irish classic and traditional dish, Corned Beef & Cabbage. Actually, in Ireland, the real recipe calls for bacon, which resembles more the Canadian style bacon, as we Americans know it. The way I've seen this dish made traditionally is to...

Chicken Katsu

Poultry, Kid-friendly
Katsu is short for katsuretsu or cutlet, and was invented in Japan in the 19th Century. The most popular Japanese version is the Tonkatsu, using a pork cutlet. This version uses chicken cutlet. The only way to make any Katsu is to use Panko breadcrumbs. It is made with bread...

Tilapia Fish Tacos w/ Black Bean Salsa

Kid-friendly, Seafood
After having my third child in my late 20's, it is a hard pill to swallow looking at my gorgeous, single, and THIN friends' pictures on Facebook. Besides my thin, single friends, I also have plenty of beautiful and married friends with kids. However, popping these beautiful babies takes it's...

Shrimp & Asparagus in Lemon Garlic Sauce w/ Spinach & Feta Orzo

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta, Seafood
We all have hectic, fast-paced lives. Stay at home moms run around the house chasing after toddlers and grocery & cleaning lists, while working moms have to deal with co-workers and deadlines on top of that, to say the least. Working ladies are also busy artfully balancing their social, work...

Chicken & Shrimp Chow Mein

Poultry, Pasta
Everyone loves a good Chow Mein. But sometimes, when ordering from your local Chinese restaurant, their recipe comes with MSG. Cooking chow mein may look complicated but it's actually quite easy and inexpensive. And what's great about it is you can customize the protein and vegetables to your liking and...

Mini Fusili w/ Bacon & Peas in a Cream Sauce

Pasta
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate in Jan 2010 was 14.8 million. 14.8 MILLION PEOPLE WITHOUT JOBS! I am so grateful to God that me and my family are not one of those families. However, even though we are a two income household, just like everyone...

Chicken w/ Mushroom Gravy

Poultry
So, a staple in any kitchen should be chicken. I always buy what's on sale, leg quarters, thighs, drumsticks...whatever, it's a protein you can cook so many ways and very affordable. I especially love the bone-in breast. It's less expensive from it's boneless counterpart and has far less chances of...

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Eggplant Cream Salad

Vegetarian, Entertaining/Holidays
Sponsored post Anamina.comWe love this recipe, and all our friends do too, which is why we make it almost every week. It's extremely simple, quick, and incredibly delicious.Ingredients: • 4 large eggplants, roasted and peeled (about 1.8 – 2.2 lbs) • 1 heaping tablespoon of grated salt, possibly less if you food•...

5 Air-Fryer Recipes You Have to Try

Poultry, Pork, Vegetarian, Kid-friendly, 30 minutes or less
Image SourceDo you love fried foods, but the excessive fat and calories make you think twice about indulging? Or is it the oil splatters, messy cleanup job, and lingering oil smell due to which fried foods are a no-no in your kitchen? If any of these reasons sound familiar, you...

4 Delicious Corn Recipes You Must Try

Vegetarian, Grilled, Baked/Roasted, 30 minutes or less, Entertaining/Holidays
Image source Corn is one of the most beloved vegetables, especially during the summer months when fresh corn is in season. Its sweet, starchy kernels are incredibly versatile, lending themselves to a wide array of dishes from appetizers to main courses to desserts. Corn is nutritious as well, providing fiber,...

Healthy and Hearty Main Course Recipes

Poultry, Beef, Pork, Vegetarian, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Source Whoever said healthy eating was boring obviously didn't know what to put in the cooking pot. You don't have to put your heart at risk or your weighing scale out of whack to satisfy your taste buds. Healthy meals can be just as filling and finger-licking good. However, we'll...

8 Super-Easy, Healthy Dessert Ideas

Desserts, Baked/Roasted, 30 minutes or less
8 Super-Easy, Healthy Dessert Ideas Image source   Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to give up dessert. With a little creativity, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with nutritious and delicious treats.    That’s because many classic dessert ingredients like sugar, butter, cream, and white flour provide empty calories and...

3 Delicious Recipes to Incorporate Protein into Your Diet

30 minutes or less, Kid-friendly
Image Source You might have heard the old saying, “You are what you eat.” The food we eat has a huge impact on our bodies. It influences our health, lifestyle, motivation, and general well-being. With so many processed food, junk food, and fast food options available, many of us tend...

Four Amazing Potato Recipes You Should Try

Vegetarian, Baked/Roasted, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, 30 minutes or less
  Image Source Potatoes are the ultimate vegetable. They can be made in various forms, everybody loves them, and they go with every imaginable food item. Whether it’s a delicious garlicky mash served as a side with a tenderloin steak or those magical peri-peri wedges from Nandos - potatoes are...

How To Make Really Good Crockpot Baby Back Ribs?

Pork, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Grilled
  Image Source Are you a fan of fall-off-the-bone tender and flavor-packed ribs? If yes, then you’ve come to the right place. This blog will share the secrets of creating delicious slow-cooked baby back ribs that will leave your taste buds begging for more. They come from the part of...

Pumpkin Spice Recipes That Can Help You with Your Vegan Diet

Vegetarian, 30 minutes or less
Source: https://www.istockphoto.com/photo/organic-raw-pumpkin-spice-gm494153670-77289413 Pumpkin Spice Recipes That Can Help You with Your Vegan Diet Despite its name, pumpkin spice doesn’t have any pumpkin or pumpkin grains. Instead, it's usually more of an all-purpose fall spice with ingredients like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Pumpkin spice is a wonderful recipe add-on that is...

Healthy and Wholesome Sharer Dishes to Cook for Your Family

Kid-friendly, Vegetarian, Baked/Roasted, 30 minutes or less, Entertaining/Holidays
As a busy person who always has a jam-packed schedule, you are always looking for ways to make things slightly easier for yourself. Cooking healthy and wholesome dishes that you and your family can share is the ideal way to take batch cooking to the next level. Not only will...

Embracing the Catch and Cook Lifestyle: Fresh Recipes for Your Fishing Trips

Seafood, 30 minutes or less
Introduction There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of catching your fish and transforming it into a delicious meal. The catch-and-cook lifestyle enables you to enjoy the freshest seafood while you bond with nature and reap various health, environmental, and economic benefits. In this article, we will explore the advantages of...

Stone Crab & Garlic Butter Dip

Seafood, Entertaining/Holidays
Photo by Bodie Pyndus on Unsplash Stone Crabs are known for being one of the tastiest crabs. You’ve probably heard about stone crabs if you live in Florida or any other coastal area. When you serve your guests stone crab, you might also want to serve a side dish with...