dinner rescue
Greek Lemon Chicken & Rice Skillet- Healthy & Low Cost Meal Series
I’ve been wanting to make a recipe like this since returning from Greece last fall. Plus it’s all in one skillet, less mess & cleanup! To make this recipe, it’s only $1.62 per serving. This recipe made 6 large servings. It’s also dairy free & gluten free. WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER! This great recipe is…
Read MoreCream Lemon Parmesan Chicken w/ Studio 5 (a 30 minute meal!)
You can watch my segment HERE. Who wants a new weeknight meal? Raise your hand! This recipe came together by using what I had in my fridge and having lemons on hand that I needed to use asap. The 18 year old told me to “hurry and write this down fast.” And so I did.…
Read MoreSpicy Bacon Gnocchi in 20 Minutes
Gnocchi is a favorite around our house… and when I’m in doubt of what to make for dinner, and I have like 20 minutes, Gnocchi is what’s for dinner. I’m always thinking of new ways to serve it. Here’s a spicy version, with BACON because Benson wanted bacon for dinner. Everyone was happy. Spicy Bacon…
Read MoreRoasted Potato Frittata- Healthy & Low Cost Meal Series
Usually potatoes and eggs are a staple in your pantry. And since I promised more skillet meals, here’s a combination of both- healthy, low cost and a hearty skillet meal. Besides, in our home, you can’t go wrong with breakfast for dinner. Drumroll please!!! ***** $1.48 per serving ***** Another win. Roasted Potato Frittata 1…
Read MoreBaked Potato Shakshuka with Studio 5
Update: This recipe is the first in a series of healthy meals that are also low cost. This recipe costs about $1.85 per serving. I KNOOWWWW!!! Potatoes are really amazing little vessels for anything. Especially these spicy baked eggs, or Shakshuka. First things first…… I am competing for Favorite Chef, a competition with Bon Appetite…
Read MoreAsian Chicken Bowl
Here’s a fun new recipe…. for the New Year. It’s great for easy meal prep too. The whole family loved this one. Happy dinnertime! xo Asian Chicken Bowl 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa Shredded chicken 1 large potato or sweet potato, diced ½ tsp. yellow curry ½ tsp. kosher salt 1 English cucumber 2…
Read MoreWarm Spinach & Roasted Vegetable Salad
Warm Spinach & Roasted Vegetable Salad 1 pkg. Great Value Root Blend frozen vegetables 1 tbsp. avocado or olive oil 1 tsp. Kosher alt 1 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. oregano 1/4 tsp. black pepper 4 oz. pecans 1/2 cup cherry & yellow raisins 4 handfuls spinach Greek feta for garnish Fresh Italian parsley for…
Read MoreShrimps & Tomatoes
All things considered, one of my most favorite memories of Greece is the food. Hands down, every single meal, or cacao was simply amazing. And I am craving it ALL. DAY. EVERY. DAY. Here’s a shrimp recipe that is simple and flavorful and speaks to all my Mediterranean food needs here at home. Shrimps &…
Read MoreBeef Burgundy
An easy, hearty dinner idea that everyone will love. Even the leftovers taste better the second day if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers. Beef Burgundy 1 cup red wine or sugar free red grape juice 1 cup beef broth 2 bay leaves 2 cups sliced baby bella mushrooms 2 cups diced carrots 1 cup…
Read MoreGreek Spaghetti
Funny story. While in Greece, I basically dinner rescued each meal at the retreat. The best part about being the chef, was going to the grocery store, walking around and deciding what I would make for meals on the spot. This is one of my favorite things to do. I was a kid on Christmas…
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