Honey Garlic Grilled Chicken
So Monday is labor day, which tends to be that last weekend of the summer. It’s the last guaranteed weekend for a nice old bbq in the backyard. It’s also the last holiday that a lot of people get off until Thanksgiving. It’s one weekend that must be enjoyed. So as you go to fire... Read More
Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs
Kids are infamous for having some favorite standard foods like chicken nuggets and grilled cheese. That’s why most restaurants carry those standard foods on their kids menu. Well, today I have a recipe that combines two of those kids favorite meals – hot dogs and grilled cheese. The hot dog bun actually gets used backward.... Read More
Garlic Smashed Potatoes
Potatoes are one of those favorite and often used side dishes. My family loves to see them at the table as part of our meal. Well this is a fun and new way to serve them. It’s similar to the recipe I have shared before for Crash Potatoes. These potatoes actually get cooked twice, which... Read More
Shockingly Simple Fruit Dip – Flashback Friday
This is a recipe that everyone should have. It’s a super simple fruit dip that only takes 2 ingredients to make. It really tastes great with any fruit but I especially love it with strawberries and watermelon. It’s so easy to add to any fruit tray. Shockingly Simple Fruit Dip
Ham and Cheese Croissant Melts
Now that school has begun for most kids, I wanted to share a recipe that is perfect for those crazy school nights. You know the ones I’m talking about. Those nights where you have homework along with piano lessons, dance, soccer, etc. Well this is a quick sandwich that will work perfect for one of... Read More
Sloppy Joe Cornbread Skillet
Sloppy Joes are taken to a new level today with the addition of cornbread. You have your regular sloppy joe meat that then gets topped with cornbread batter and baked! This is just as easy as making regular sloppy joes but is a welcomed change. It was a hit with my family and I am... Read More
Honey Orange Grilled Chicken
I love grilled chicken and the possibilities are endless at how you can flavor it before grilling it. You can season it, coat it in a rub or soak it in a marinade. I tend to lean toward using a marinade. It just adds juiciness to the meat along with flavor. You can also make... Read More
Double Chocolate Crunch Homemade Ice Cream – Flashback Friday
Summer = Ice cream and homemade is the best kind to have! If you haven’t had any this year, there is still time to make some. My kids don’t start school until next week, so it’s still summer for us here. Plus, the first day of fall isn’t technically until September 22, so you have... Read More
Mexican Rice Bowl
You really can make just about anything into a rice bowl. After I convert a favorite salad of mine into a bbq chicken rice bowl, I decided to make a Mexican version. With this version I used cilantro lime rice as the base and for the meat used I my go to way for making... Read More
Teriyaki Ground Beef
I have been on a quest recently to rethink ground beef. I am trying to take it beyond the usual recipes that you would normally think of like stir fry and gyros. Usually when I make teriyaki beef, I use something like a strip steak. However, I was thinking why couldn’t I just use ground beef... Read More