Posts Tagged ‘recipe
What’s For Dinner: Taco Stuffed Shells
Love tacos? And pasta? Here’s the best of both worlds. Taco Stuffed Shells from Blog Chef I strayed from the recipe just a bit and used a whole box of Barillla “large” pasta shells (instead of only 12) and a jar of Ortega taco sauce (rather than just a cup). Yum. Jake approves. This one’s [...]
Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
If you follow me on Facebook or Twitter, you know I tried a new cookie recipe the other night. I promised to let you know if they were good or not. I have one word for you…YUM. This recipe is for soft/chewy cookie lovers and not those of you who like a crispier cookie. The [...]
Go-To Meals
Working full time and keeping up on cooking healthy, wholesome dinner every night (not to mention lunch so your husband doesn’t eat McDonald’s) is hard. I give major props to anyone who has figured it out, because I have not. I have good weeks and bad weeks (mostly bad weeks). One area of struggle for [...]
Quick and Easy Peanut Chicken Recipe
One of my favorite, easy, delicious recipes. This is one my mom taught me. Peanut Chicken 1 can coconut milk 1/2 jar creamy peanut butter red pepper flakes (small hand full) up to 4 chicken breasts 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees 2. In a small saucepan mix coconut milk, peanut butter and red pepper [...]
Best Box Brownies
Run, don’t walk, to the grocery store and buy this brownie mix. Grab a pint of vanilla ice cream, too. Make a batch and eat them while they’re still warm. Perfect blend of chewy with crispy edges. Brownie heaven. Got a sweet tooth? Try berry crisp, chocolate mug cake or easy cinnamon bread.
Shake it Up Shamrock Style
No need to hit the drive-thru today. Celebrate St. Patty’s day with this Shamrock Shake recipe you can make at home. Make At Home Shamrock Shake Recipe 3 cups vanilla ice cream 1 3/4 cups milk (1% or 2%) 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Green food coloring if you want to be really authentic (not necessary though) Blend all [...]
Recipe to Try: 5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
You’re 5 minutes away from warm, gooey chocolaty goodness. Well, according to Marisa at New Dress a Day you are. Serves one or two…if you want to share. Here’s the recipe: 5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake 4 tablespoons flour 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons [...]
Thanksgiving Dish: File This One Away
Yummy (not-so-low-cal) Broccoli Casserole by Paula Deen We used fresh broccoli instead of frozen. Definite crowd-pleaser.
Recipe to Try: Homemade Pop Tarts
Via Smitten Kitchen Homemade Pop Tarts Adapted from King Arthur Flour Pastry 2 cups (8 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks or 8 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into pats 1 large egg 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) milk 1 additional large egg (to brush on pastry) Cinnamon Filling [...]
Vocab Lesson: Hammam and Cassis
Yesterday, I mentioned two vocabulary words I picked up during my favorite weekend hobby. Let’s explore. Hammam The article, in Elle Decor, was titled “35 Ways to Holiday at Home.” According to The Washington Post ”bathing usually is a simple operation, but in a Moroccan hammam, it’s not your typical rub-a-dub-dub.” Sounds nice, really, but a [...]
