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Simple Chicken & Dumplings
Tracy Roberts over at Moms In A Blog is putting together a sweet little Kindle ebook called Cooking from the Pantry: The Busy Mom’s Guide to Creating Fabulous No-Fuss Meals in 30 Minutes or Less and I get to show you a sneak peek. Here’s a quote from the ebook: Organization Isn’t […]
Continue readingEasy Homemade Banana Bread
You know I love making banana muffins, but lately I’ve found it easier to make this banana bread. It comes out great and makes for a wonderful breakfast treat. This is one of 35 recipes in my latest Kindle cookbook 35 Homemade Bread Recipes. I think you’ll enjoy the simple recipes in this book. They […]
Continue readingGarbanzo And Kidney Bean Rice Salad
This is an easy summer recipe and also comes in handy when the power goes out (or it’s just too hot too cook). I love it served at room temperature, but leftovers are great straight from the fridge the next day. For a portable lunch, try wrapping some of this in a flour tortilla for […]
Continue readingRanchos Huevos Burrito
I love Huevos Rancheros, but don’t often have the time to make them for breakfast. This “to-go” version is a great alternative that also makes for a yummy, healthy lunch. 2 large eggs salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbsp canned black beans (or other beans you liked) 1 Tbsp chunky salsa, any you like […]
Continue readingCucumber Salad With Ginger
Here’s a salad that’s as simple as it is delicious. It’s perfect when you are grilling in the backyard or for picnics. Since there is no mayonnaise etc, there is no need to worry about it spoiling to quickly in warm weather. 4 medium size fresh cucumbers, peeled 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1 tsp honey […]
Continue readingHummus with Yogurt
Hummus makes for a great healthy snack and a nice appetizer when you have people over. I love this particular recipe. The yogurt adds some calcium and additional protein and makes for an extra creamy dip. You can easily modify this recipe by adding more garlic or even some roasted red peppers. 1 can (15 […]
Continue readingSpinach and Pasta
I love simple dishes that can be trown together in minutes. This particular one is healthy and perfect for those days when you’re eating a little healthier and cutting out meat. It’s also quite frugal. Feel free to use any cheese you like with this dish. This recipe comes from my good friend Christine – […]
Continue readingIce Cream Tacos – April Fool’s Day Treat
Here’s another fun dessert idea that isn’t quite what it appears to be. Bake the shells ahead of time and then have the kids help put these ice cream tacos together. Ingredients: 1/3 cup melted butter 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup honey 3/4 cup flour 1/2 tsp. water 4-5 drops green food coloring […]
Continue readingHamburger Cake – April Fool’s Day Recipe
This cake is so much fun to make. It’s great for April Fool’s Day, but also makes for a fun birthday cake for a little boy (or silly husband). Have fun with it. Ingredients: 1 chocolate cake mix 1 white cake mix Brown paste food coloring Yellow paste food coloring 3/4 cup chocolate frosting, prepared […]
Continue readingMini Eggs & Bacon For Dessert – April Fool’s Day Recipe
April first is almost here. I like to have a little fun with my family, by surprising them with some food that isn’t what it seems to be. Here’s a simple little dessert or sweet snack for the kids. It’s bacon and eggs made from candy. Eggs: 3 Tbsp. chocolate chips (white) 12 M&Ms (yellow) […]
Continue readingIrish Sweet Milk Bread
Sweet milk is whole milk that has not been processed. Many grocery stores sell sweet milk in their dairy sections. If you can’t find sweet milk at your local grocery store buttermilk will work just as well. If the crust on your bread seems to hard, wrap it in a damp kitchen towel until it […]
Continue readingBaked Irish Apple Cabbage
I remember my mother adding an apple when she was cooking red cabbage. The sweetness added some nice balance to the meal. When I first came across this traditional Irish recipe, I was reminded of my mom’s German cooking. This baked cabbage was an instant hit at our house. It makes for a great side […]
Continue readingIrish Coddle Recipe – Perfect For St. Patrick’s Day Lunch
Coddle is a traditional Irish dish and makes a perfect hardy lunch on St. Patty’s Day. It is considered a comfort food in Ireland and is typically eaten during the winter months. Coddle is steamed not boiled so a tight fitting lid on the soup pot is essential. Remember to check your coddle during cooking […]
Continue readingLuck of the Irish Kettle Soup
Corned beef was originally substituted by the Irish Americans for bacon in the late 1800′s. Many believe that eating corned beef with cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day brings good luck throughout the year. A great way to do that is to make a big pot of this yummy soup. Irish Kettle Soup 2 T butter […]
Continue readingWeekend Brunch Casserole
We’re having some friends over this coming weekend who will be spending the night. That means Sunday breakfast together. I’m planning on making one of my favorite dishes. It’s easy to put together and bake up and feeds a crowd. If you love a nice hardy breakfast with veggies, bacon, eggs and English muffins, give […]
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