Note: I was sent some products from Bob’s Red Mill, including Orca Beans. All opinions are my own. There are some ingredients that catch your eye, and you just know you have to use them in a recipe. … [Read more...]
Lamb Burgers with Feta-Mint Spread and Sweet Potato Fries
I've been in a bit of a cooking rut recently; I've had a difficult time figuring out what new recipes I want to try. Luckily, Cooking Light always has some inspiration for me. This time, it came in … [Read more...]
Mexican Spaghetti Squash Egg Boats
Every Sunday night is pasta night in my house. Most of the time, that means taking out a batch of tomato sauce from the freezer and cooking whatever dry pasta we have one hand, but it's nice to switch … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili
Note: I was sent a Rubbermaid's Easy Find Lids 20-Piece Storage Set to review. All opinions are mine alone. We have had a pretty moderate fall so far, but the cold weather isn't too far … [Read more...]
Shakshuka
Shakshuka (or shakshouka) is an Israeli breakfast dish of eggs poached in a chunky tomato sauce with spices. It's a favorite of mine, and easily works as a "breakfast for dinner" option for a busy … [Read more...]
Fish Tacos and How to Use a Fillet Knife
This month, Zwilling sent me a fun challenge: use a fillet knife. June's knives of the month are boning and fillet knives, so Zwilling sent me their ZWILLING Pro 7" Fillet Knife to try out. I have … [Read more...]
Ancho Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Slaw and Avocado Cream
This is another recipe from the Cooking Light Diet Plan. These tacos are great for a weeknight meal because it's an under 30 minute recipe-- it's honestly mostly assembly. As a reminder, if … [Read more...]
Chicken Satay
I have been meaning to make this recipe forever; seriously, years. I don't know why it took me this long because it's a pretty easy recipe, but for some reason I kept putting it off. And boy do I … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Sausage and Sweet Potato Chili
Nothing warms you up quite like a bowl of homemade chili. I love how hearty chili is while still being a relatively healthy dinner choice. And when made in a slow cooker, it's waiting to greet you … [Read more...]
Fish with Pineapple Salsa and Tomato Avocado Salad
Now that the weather is finally warming up, it's time to start incorporating more "summery" foods into my dinner. The June issue of Cooking Light included a recipe for Fish with Pineapple Salsa and … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Chicken Chickpea Tagine
Tagine or Tajine dishes are Moroccan slow cooked dishes named after the pot they are cooked in. The dishes are typically a stew with a protein, spices, and fruit. Cooking Light had a version with … [Read more...]
Baked Black Beans with Chorizo
You can never have too many party appetizers in your cooking arsenal. I wanted to try something a little different than the apps I've been posting recently. This dish is a layered dip with black … [Read more...]
Chicken and Guacamole Tostadas
Working late really messes with my dinner making plans. When I get home later than expected, I can't justify making a big meal, mainly because I'm already hungry and just want to eat as soon as … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
My poor slow cooker never gets a break. Even in the summer, I use it quite a bit! Slow cooker meals are great because they don’t heat up your entire kitchen, and usually make at least 8 servings, … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
It is too darn hot to be using the stove/oven, don't you think? The grill is a great option for hot days, but we have recently been getting the most inconvenient thunderstorms right around dinnertime. … [Read more...]
