Winter is filled with many stewed, slow-cooked, or heavy comfort foods. Every year around this time, I crave something lighter and fresher. This super easy Turkey Taco Salad is the answer. It’s easy to make, has all the flavor I want, and is still very filling. Did I mention how flexible it can be? For […]
Side dishes should be as easy as possible. Side dishes should not be a distraction from the main meal. A bottle of lemon pepper seasoning is needed to make this side dish special. This lemon pepper zucchini is so delicious with zucchini you may forget about dinner and eat it straight from the bowl. LEMON […]
My kitchen has been awash in yogurt, making it one of my favorite ingredients. Although it is more common for yogurt in the U.S. to be served as a sweet treat, yogurt can also be used in savory dishes like this Yogurt Marinated Chicken. This tasty chicken can be prepared in many ways. It’s tangy, […]
This Spinach Rice with Feta is a great way for me to include vegetables in my meals. The spinach gives the rice a subtle flavor and color, making it just as versatile as regular rice. It also provides a great way to get a healthy dose of vegetables without requiring much effort. This is a […]
Broccoli Cheddar Cassoulet is a favorite of many. This easy homemade version is quick and doesn’t use canned soup cream. This classic comfort food is perfect as a side dish for Thanksgiving or as an addition to any dinner. It’s also a great way for leftover rice to be used up! DO YOU NOT HAVE […]
Green Chile Mac and cheese is one of my favorite dishes. It’s that green chile flavor with creamy cheese that I love. Why, then, hadn’t I made green chile heaven at home? It was time for me to rectify that. 😉 GREEN CHILE MACHINERY MAC: THE LONG AND THE SHORT WAY There are two ways […]
These quick and easy meals are a must-have. You can make these meals quickly and easily with what you have at hand. This One Pot Veggie Rice Bowl is my favorite because it requires very little cooking doesn’t require much chopping, and can be used in various settings (dorms or RVs, hotels, etc.). You can […]
Budget Bytes has many flavored macaroni and cheddar recipes, but I was surprised to find that I did not have a single recipe for mac and cheese. It’s straightforward, creamy, comforting, and cheesy goodness. Here’s what I have today. This classic stovetop macaroni-and-cheese recipe uses a classic roux cheese sauce. It will satisfy all your […]
Ever feel like you want something sweet but don’t want to make a bunch of cookies? If you make a lot of cookies, you are certain to eat them all. Snickerdoodles for two. This recipe makes two large, delicious cookies or four regular-sized cookies with basic pantry staples. You can even deal with leftovers. What […]
You’ve probably known me for a while, and you’ll know how much I love lentils. They are cheap and easy to prepare and offer a wide range of flavor options. I tried a favorite spice combination and added it to lentils this week. Combining warm cumin, ginger, garlic, ginger, and the subtle sweetness from ginger, […]
