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Spinach Artichoke Pasta

Every once in a while I make something that isn’t worth making again, and this is a good example. It was bland and I forgot that I really don’t like the texture of wilted spinach – it grosses me out!...

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Tried and True Family Favorites

I have nothing new to share…sorry! But these are some of the meals we enjoyed during these past couple of weeks. All the pictures have links to previous posts, thanks for stopping by! It was my son’s...

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Lobster Macaroni and Cheese

Just in case you didn’t think that macaroni and cheese could get any more decadent…you come across this gut busting concoction! Seriously though – it calls for four cups of cheese and four cups of...

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Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes

I love a cheap, no-brainer dinner! This meal was finished in under an hour, so that makes it even more appealing to lazy people like me. Everyone enjoyed the flavor of this, and I’m not ashamed to say...

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Shrimp Tacos with Adobo Sauce

These were really good and I will definitely use this recipe again. Even my picky daughter ate her serving up! Thanks for reading, enjoy! Shrimp Tacos with Adobo Sauce – adapted from Coupon Clipping...

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PW’s Baked Ziti

I don’t normally make a meal for someone when I haven’t made it before, but PW has yet to steer me wrong; so I went for it. I also don’t get many chances to make meals like this, (the hubbs doesn’t...

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Spaghetti with Shrimp and Vodka Cream Sauce

I posted this recipe over a year ago, but I wanted to share it with you all again cause it’s just that good! I made it exactly as the recipe calls for – 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of vodka and...

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Pork Carnitas

Quick Post: My son loves taco night, and these definitely hit the spot.  I made the meat on a Friday and didn’t end up using it until a Monday. The advantage to letting it sit, is that the fat will...

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Crispy Fish Sandwiches

These are scrummy! No, I didn’t make that word up These are basically this recipe and instead of using the soft wrap bread, I used ciabatta rolls Yes, it’s not a new one but it’s a good one! You can’t...

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Sweet and Sour Chicken

I have made this twice in two weeks! My picky daughter loves this dinner and can't get enough of the peppers and pineapple This is a fairly guilt-free take-out fake-out meal when you consider that...

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Super Simple Chili

I was hesitant to try this one because there are so few ingredients, but all the reviews reassured me that this would be worth making. I decided that it wouldn’t be seasoned enough for my taste so I...

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Portobello and Kale Pesto Pizza

I needed a vegetarian pizza that wasn’t plain cheese (boring!) for my friend who was coming over for dinner. Anytime we have company over I don’t like to make something that I haven’t...

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Re-Post: Italian Mac and Cheese

I haven’t made this in nearly three years, but it tasted better than I remembered it. The leftovers didn’t last long in our house and  we happily ate them for lunch two days in a row – yeah, it’s that...

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Tequila Lime Chicken Club Sandwich with Jalapeno Mayo

If you haven’t tried this marinade yet, you should! I love a good grilled chicken sandwich, but what drew me to this recipe was the addition of bacon and jalapeno mayo – how bad can that be? Verdict:...

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Grilled Steak Tacos with Chimichurri

These are the best steak tacos I have ever eaten and chimichurri is a new surprise fave I used this pico de gallo recipe, caramelized onions, and this tortilla recipe. Thanks for reading, enjoy!...

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Spicy Fish Tacos with Avocado-Yogurt Sauce

These tasted pretty good and the yogurt sauce is a must to cool down the spiciness of the fish. Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy Spicy Fish Tacos with Avocado-Yogurt Sauce – adapted from Crumb Spicy...

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Loaded Potato Soup

I got my first cold if the season this week, so I was really grateful when I felt well enough to be up and cooking for my family again last night. I had plenty of organic russet potatoes in the pantry...

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Coney Island Chili Dog

I have never been to Coney Island, so I can’t verify authenticity of flavor; but we really enjoyed it – my boy gave me two enthusiastic thumbs up It’s not at all spicy and the celery seed is an...

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Slow Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce

Quick Post: I served this with my favorite roasted green beans and this garlic rice pilaf – oh, and don’t forget to splurge a little and cover the whole plate with lemon butter sauce. I have baked...

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Bacon Mac and Cheese

I didn’t have to try this before I knew it would have to be good because it has three ingredients that create pure awesomeness: bacon + three cheeses + pasta = amazing! I decided not to make this in a...

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