Grilled Chicken Pizza

Grilled Chicken Pizza

My kids would probably eat pizza every night if I let them.  This pizza was made using a combination of ingredients in the fridge that all needed to be used up. Ingredients: 1 chicken breast cut into cubes 1 tablespoon olive oil (I used a 

Cheesy Ranch Pork Chops

Cheesy Ranch Pork Chops

These pork chops can be prepped in an instant and are a family hit.  I made mashed cauliflower for me and mashed potatoes for my family.  The cheesy sauce is an incredible gravy.  Ingredients– 6-9 boneless pork chops 1 can condensed chicken soup reduced fat 

Chipotle Fish Tacos with Broccoli Slaw

Chipotle Fish Tacos with Broccoli Slaw

I was surprised when I saw how easy these fish tacos and slaw were to prepare.  I was able to prep this the night before.  Then after school I just added the sauce, baked the fish and slaw, and served.  This tastes great on a 

Veggie and Tofu Curry

Veggie and Tofu Curry

I love the flavor of curry and this veggie filled curry with tofu was a meal I will happily eat again and again. You can add rice noodles if you are feeding a family. Ingredients: ¼ cup Thai curry paste (I used yellow curry paste) 

Cheesy Meatball Melts

Cheesy Meatball Melts

What’s better than a warm meatball soaked in your favorite marinara sauce and covered with a thick slice of fresh mozzarella.  I was planning to use fresh beef Italian meatballs, but all I could find at the store were plant based Italian meatballs.  Guess what? 

Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken noodle soup in the crockpot is a perfect dinner on cold winter days or when you aren’t feeling well.  I froze the leftovers so I can thaw and eat this the next time I’m feeling under the weather.  If you want a lighter option 

Hash-brown Covered Halibut with Mango Salsa and Carrot Fries

Hash-brown Covered Halibut with Mango Salsa and Carrot Fries

I try to make fish or seafood once a week or so.  This recipe was so unique I had to try it.  I couldn’t find any refrigerated hash browns so I bought frozen and thawed 2 cups in the fridge for 24 hours. The mango 

Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Pad Thai is without a doubt my favorite Thai food!  This is delicious and loaded with veggies. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 2 pounds jumbo shrimp 1 bell pepper thinly sliced 1 shallot diced 1 cup snap peas 3 scallions diced 5 ounces 

Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili

Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili

Chili is the perfect lunch or dinner on cold winter days.  This vegetarian chili packs a punch with a kicking mixture of spices. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: ½ butternut squash peeled and cubed ½ rutabaga peeled and cubed 1 bell pepper diced ½ 

Butternut Squash Queso

Butternut Squash Queso

I fell in love with butternut squashes this fall, so when I was watching Food Network and saw them make a queso with butternut squash on The Kitchen I knew I had to try this recipe.  My kids ate this queso and did not know