Simple Chocolate Oatmeal
Oatmeal and I have been on quite a journey. I outlined it in this post a few years ago so I won't revisit it all. Old-fashioned and steel-cut oats are both staple pantry items for me, but I've been...
View ArticleMom's Egg Cream
When I was a kid one of my favorite things to do with Mom was make egg creams. I have fond memories of stirring the concoction with a large tablespoon and drinking the frothy result. Mustache and all....
View ArticleThe Cuban-Inspired Salad
I've been stretched a little thin this week so I haven't made anything that special to share. However, I am working on a breakfast almond cookie idea (I'm going to make it again today and photograph)...
View ArticleTurkey and Baby Kale Salad With Avocado Sage Dressing
The other night it was just me and the kids for dinner and I decided to get a little creative with the turkey cutlets I had defrosted. I have been trying to keep avocados on hand for taco nights and...
View ArticleSpicy Black Beans and Zucchini
I LOVE taco night, it’s one of my all time favorites. However, I never know what to make for a side dish. I mean beans are good but they are a little bland all by themselves. So with my spice cabinet...
View ArticleUsing Leftovers: Super Spinach Salad!
I haven't posted a Using Leftover Idea in some time so I decided to share this fun salad I made over the weekend with leftover pork loin. It came out amazingly awesome! A little higher on the calorie...
View ArticleWonderfully Wicked Wasabi Dressing
I firmly believe the more flavor and spice a meal has the more satisfying it is. My favorite part of the pantry is the spice cabinet. I may not have the fanciest most expensive spices money can buy but...
View ArticleGreen Tea Oatmeal with Dried Fruit and Almonds
AKA Trail Blazin' Quick Oats! That's my more creative name for the contest. :~) This recipe was made exclusively for Quaker. They extended a contest for a few bloggers that were invited to a Quaker...
View ArticleGarden Turkey Steaks with a Simple Gravy
I felt like I was on an episode of Dinner Impossible tonight. My mission... a healthy family dinner in under an hour using my new kitchen with an electric stove, no counter space, less then half my...
View ArticleSmooth Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie With a Secret Frozen Ingredient
Once I announced I was working with the California Avocado Commission I found myself fielding lots of avocado questions. Everything from how to cut them to how store them but the most common topic...
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