Another recipe I saw while scrolling and of course I had to try it! A cheese, asiago to be specific, and butter combination is a must! Take a hunk of asiago cheese and chop it in a food processor. Then add a stick of butter that was soften and cream it together. The first timeContinue reading “Asiago Butter”
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Meal Prep: Egg Bites
We are back with another breakfast prep – egg bites. Another one of the recipes/ideas that came together to use up some produce and eggs. First I preheated the oven to 350. I had some roasted sweet potatoes, tomatoes, red onions, peppers and mushrooms to chop up finely. I then chopped up some frozen sausageContinue reading “Meal Prep: Egg Bites”
PB Berry Oat Cookies
Overripe bananas happens way more often than I would like. I always tell myself yes, buy bananas and I will eat them. Then I always end up freezing some for smoothies or making something quick, easy and delicious because they are overripe – so this time I made these berry cookies that turned out soContinue reading “PB Berry Oat Cookies”
Pigs in a Jalapeno Popper
Need a fun finger/appetizer idea that both delicious with a little kick? I have one for you: pigs in a jalapeno popper! It’s as fun and easy as it sounds. And its the best of both items! I took jalapenos, slice them in half and scooped out the seeds etc. I then placed a pieceContinue reading “Pigs in a Jalapeno Popper”
Elote Potato Salad
You know Elote/Mexican street corn is one of my favorite ways to eat corn. Last corn season I tried out a few different recipes. This time was an elote potato salad. It was soooo delicious, that I cannot wait to make it again. First, I soft boiled a small bag of baby red potatoes. WhileContinue reading “Elote Potato Salad”
Roasted Veggie Pasta Sauce
When you’re in the mood to make pasta, but you also need to use up produce before it goes bad … you blend it in the sauce. I call it the sneaky “healthy” but without the veggie chunks LOL. I already has some roasted red peppers. On a sheet pan, I roasted some zucchini, redContinue reading “Roasted Veggie Pasta Sauce”
Crock Pot Chicken Ravioli
I was looking for an easy recipe at the same time as using up some freezer/pantry items. I envisioned a saucy ravioli, but it turned out more like a soup LOL. It was still delicious, so it did not go to waste. I had a pack of frozen raviolis and boneless chicken thighs that neededContinue reading “Crock Pot Chicken Ravioli”
Mediterranean Bowls
I was looking for healthier lunch options and decided on a Mediterranean inspired bowl. In a bowl I added a can of chickpeas that I drained. Then tossed in EVOO, salt, pepper and oregano. I made ½ cup of quinoa on the stove. I seasoned with 1/8 tsp. each of salt, seasoned salt, white pepper,Continue reading “Mediterranean Bowls”
Costco Chicken Round 2
Okay, I bought another $4.99 Costco Rotisserie Chicken and here is how many meals/recipes I was able to get from one chicken! First, I removed the legs, thighs and wings. Then I removed the chicken breast meat. The main chicken bone and the wings, I added to a pot with water. I then chopped upContinue reading “Costco Chicken Round 2”
Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Another recipe of when you have too many ripe bananas and don’t know what to make. I wanted cookies this time around. To make them “healthier” (in my mind that is LOL) I went with an oatmeal chocolate chip recipe. Here is what you need: 1 ½ cup flour (sifted), 1 tsp. baking powder, 1tsp.Continue reading “Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies”