Dinner
Mexican Taco Skillet
Ever wonder what to do with those last 8 corn tortillas sitting in your fridge or pantry? They’re small, so they can’t be the “main ingredient” in my dinner, but they can be a filler. So let’s make something delicious with what we have on hand. (*checks the fridge for ingredients) This recipe is great,…
Read MoreMoroccan Pilaf
This recipe is a NEW favorite and will be rotated through my meal prep and family dinner menu. It’s simple, full of many layers of flavor, and easily made ahead…. in fact I would go as far as saying it tastes better then next day. Moroccan Pilaf 5 oz. pkg Mahatma Yellow Rice 2 cups…
Read MoreOpen Faced Breakfast Sandwich
The #2021foodtrend I am 100% behind. Over-the-top BREAKFASTS!!!! This one, was just a whim, a craving I had. And I just put together what was in my fridge. Hello #dinnerrescue! Using leftovers is my jam. Open Faced Sandwich Sourdough bread, toasted Quac or sliced avocado Ham slices Sunny side up egg, scrambled eggs, or fried…
Read MorePesto Ricotta & Kale Pizza
Pesto Ricotta & Kale Pizza Authentic Pizza Crust here 5 cups chopped kale 1 tbsp. grape seed oil or olive oil 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 cup pesto sauce 1/2 cup ricotta 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, or Monterey Jack cheese, grated 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Prepare your dough, recipe from above.…
Read MoreLemon Artichoke Pizza w/ Arugula
Lemon Artichoke Pizza w/ Arugula Pizza Crust (this recipe makes 2 large pizzas) 14 oz. can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered 1 lemon, sliced thin plus 1 tbsp. sugar 1/2 cup pesto sauce 1 cup shredded or fresh Mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or cotija cheese 2-3 handfuls fresh arugula Balsamic glaze (optional) Prepare…
Read MoreLemon Broccoli Pasta- easy weeknight meal
Easy weeknight meals. That’s what we all need. And if it takes just one pan to prepare, and vegetables are included, it’s a WIN in my book. Lemon Broccoli Pasta 1 lb. pasta 1 lb. broccoli florets, fresh 4 quarts water 2 tbsp. kosher salt 1 cup broth (vegetable or chicken) 1 lemon, zest and…
Read MoreBaked Roast Beef Sandwiches
This is the only picture that I was able to get. ALL 16 sandwiches were eaten. And eaten quickly. I’ve done another version of this recipe, you can find it here. I just swapped out the meat and cheese: 16 oz. sliced roast beef 8 slices provolone cheese, cut into quarter lengths Bake according to…
Read MoreBurger Mac Bake- a childhood favorite
This casserole is a childhood favorite of mine. My mom always made dinner special, and without a doubt, this casserole makes me smile and my heart happy each and every time. Burger Mac Bake (My favorite childhood dinner!) 1 lb. lean ground beef or ground turkey 1 small onion, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1…
Read MoreThe Winter Buddha Bowl
I taught one of my favorite recipes for a Christmas Zoom Cooking Class. WHICH WAS HEAPS OF FUN. Look for some great cooking classes via zoom in January! Meanwhile, you can make this delicious salad bowl. Winter Buddha Bowl 5 oz. spinach and arugula mix 8.5 oz. Seeds of Change Quinoa & brown rice 8…
Read MoreRoasted Butternut Squash Pizza w/ Gorgonzola & Sage Honey
For this pizza we are LAYERING flavors big time. Roasted butternut squash. Mushrooms. Onions. Gorgonzola. Cheese sauce. Sage Honey. Here’s a link to my most favorite pizza crust. I am really loving the sweet savory combination for comfort, and this pizza is a perfect representation of that. A surprise for your taste buds. How often…
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