Dijon Mushroom Chicken is fast and a little fancy Who doesn't love to have a few fast chicken recipes up your sleeve? And, if a recipe is not only fast and easy, but still nice enough to serve when you have company, all the better! Dijon Mushroom Chicken checks all the boxes. Skinless Boneless Chicken Breasts can be good Now, I enjoy roasting a whole chicken as much as anyone, on a cold winter weekend when I have the time to devote to a more involved meal. But on a daily basis, I am ... Read More about Dijon Mushroom Chicken
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Grilled Buffalo Hot Wings
Grilled Hot Buffalo Wings are easy to make at home I have to confess that deep-fried hot wings are not my favorite thing. They don't stay crispy for very long, so take-out or leftovers can get pretty soggy. And I don't love all the extra calories you get with deep-frying. I have a deep fryer, but it's not an appliance I have out all the time. So, Grilled Buffalo Hot Wings are my answer. These are not typical hot wings I know how typical Buffalo Wings are made. We live in Upstate NY after ... Read More about Grilled Buffalo Hot Wings
Chipotle Chicken with Black Beans and Rice
Chipotle Chicken with Black Beans and Rice is a fast and easy meal Even though we are now empty nesters, I still appreciate a meal I can have ready with minimal fuss and bother. Chipotle Chicken with Black Beans and Rice is all of that. It's also made with ingredients that I nearly always have on hand. Rice, canned beans and tomatoes, broth, onions and spices are from the pantry. Celery, sweet peppers and chicken breast from the fridge. These ingredients can be used to make other dishes ... Read More about Chipotle Chicken with Black Beans and Rice
Spicy Peanut Noodles
Spicy Peanut Noodles are Asian-inspired goodness This recipe has been kicking around my various blogs for years, and once I got to this version, I have never been able to improve upon it. Spicy Peanut Noodles is made with pantry ingredients you probably already have, plus a few veggies. The best part though, is how fast and easy it is to make. It is perfect for a busy weeknight, or after a day doing chores and errands on the weekend. It is so delicious and special, that you can serve it to ... Read More about Spicy Peanut Noodles
Porcupine Meatballs
Porcupine Meatballs are a kid-favorite meal This was hands-down, one of my favorite meals as a kid. It's one of the first meals my mom taught me to cook because it is super easy. I don't think you can beat the combo of kid-friendly and simple to make - Porcupine Meatballs tick both boxes. Well, there is delicious too, which this meal definitely is. What to serve with Porcupine Meatballs? Porcupine Meatballs aren't quite a one-pot meal, but they are close. You only need to add a veggie ... Read More about Porcupine Meatballs
Five Spice Pork Stew
Five Spice Pork Stew is an easy, satisfying meal Sometimes recipes are born from a mistake. Five Spice Pork Stew is an example of that being quite a good thing. Another pork dish we like uses cumin, which is nearly the same color as Five Spice Powder. I accidentally grabbed the wrong jar, and when my nose told me I had added the wrong ingredient, it was too late. I decided to roll with it and find other flavors that would go well with the Five Spice and we've been enjoying this stew ever ... Read More about Five Spice Pork Stew
Guinness Beef Stew
Guinness Beef Stew is deeply satisfying We're pretty big fans of hearty stews and soups around here. They hit the spot during our colder winter months and they are one-pot meals to boot, which is always a plus. Guinness Beef Stew is among our favorites. Not just this one, but also meals like Five Spice Pork Stew or Kale & Spicy Sausage Soup. Rich and filling and made from scratch - a perfect winter meal if you ask me. Okay, so we aren't Irish. I did go to a Catholic grade school ... Read More about Guinness Beef Stew
Italian Meatballs
Italian Meatballs are a must-have for family meals Well, they always were when I was growing up. And when we were feeding our kids. Now our daughters make pretty much these same Italian Meatballs. They are easy and absolutely delicious. 3 or 4 generations of happy people can't be wrong, can they? I should start by admitting that I am not, in the least bit, of Italian heritage. We have a lot of German on one side and some Scots on the other. The rest is most likely a hodge-podge, much as is ... Read More about Italian Meatballs
Vermicelli with Shrimp and Fresh Herbs
Vermicelli with Shrimp and Herbs is easy and delicious This is one of those weeknight meals that seems a lot fancier than the actual effort it takes to make. Vermicelli with Shrimp and Herbs is a favorite of ours, partly because it is so easy, but mostly because it is so good. Before I go any further, I have to mention that I first talked about this recipe when I partnered with AeroGarden to create recipes using fresh herbs or veggies grown with one of their hydroponic garden set ups. ... Read More about Vermicelli with Shrimp and Fresh Herbs
Oven Fried Chipotle Chicken Tenders
Oven Fried Chipotle Chicken Tenders are great for game day! You may have found your way here because you're searching for good recipes to serve when you have people over to watch certain sporting events. These Oven Fried Chipotle Chicken Tenders will be a perfect choice. We're not exactly football fans, to be honest. But, we do love the yummy stuff people eat while they're watching it. That's where these Oven Fried Chipotle Chicken Tenders come in. You can make these ahead of ... Read More about Oven Fried Chipotle Chicken Tenders
Mediterranean Chicken & Kale
Mediterranean Chicken & Kale is fast and easy! This recipe has been kicking around my kitchen for years. It's a family favorite and a meal we enjoy nearly every month. I used to make it with spinach, until my younger daughter, Lauren made it for us with kale. The kale is much more flavorful and toothsome, and its more substantial texture stands up much better than the spinach ever did, hence changing the recipe to Mediterranean Chicken & Kale. Having said that however, ... Read More about Mediterranean Chicken & Kale
Stovetop Macaroni & Cheese
Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese is an easy weeknight meal If you have a busy family, this time of year can be just a bit overwhelming. The kids have school and activities, parents have work. On top of that, we're all getting ready for the holidays. A quick, easy, and really yummy Stovetop Macaroni & Cheese is just what you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry. I think just about all kids love macaroni and cheese. Even picky kids seem to enjoy this creamy, smooth version. And, it ... Read More about Stovetop Macaroni & Cheese