recipe Archive
Egg-cellent Avocados
Recipes
May 07, 2013
I wander through Pinterest a lot when I’m bored and looking for new ideas. That’s how this whole thing started… I found this post about broiling avocados and thought to myself ”Self, why the heck didn’t we think of that?” Then of course, I was flooded with a ton of ideas for
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What a Crock of Chicken!
Recipes
Apr 18, 2013
I keep a fairly busy schedule, as most of us do these days, so I love an easy recipe that comes out delicious and healthy. I also tend to cook ahead or at least prep ahead when I can. This is a recipe that allows you the convenience of both. The other
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Smoked Andouille Sausage Bowl
Recipes
Apr 08, 2013
This was a meal born out of a sausage craving. I was in the mood for a little bit spicy and super filling. So I went scrounging around to see what all I could throw together to make the flavor I was looking for. So, I tossed some rice, seasonings and corn
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Crock Pot Potato Soup
Recipes
Jan 03, 2013
Here is a “souper” easy recipe for your crock pot that also makes a great freezer meal for planning ahead. Crock Pot Potato Soup Print Cook time 6 hours Total time 6 hours Author: Arlene Miller II Recipe type: Crockpot, Make-ahead Serves: 6 Ingredients 20 – 30 oz bag
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Cream of What? Condensed Soup Substitute
Recipes
Dec 30, 2012
How often do you see a recipe that you’re excited about making only to be turned off when you see condensed soup in the ingredients list? To be honest, it happens to me a lot. I understand a certain convenience and short-cut to the method, but it seems like this stuff as
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Super Waffles
Recipes
Dec 28, 2012
This is a very basic waffle recipe with some ingredient replacements to make it healthier. I wanted to make sure to use healthy oil, flax and whole grains to kick up the protein and fiber overall. I also reduced the sugar by replacing it with a baking mix. They turned out absolutely
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Easy Gingerbread Oatmeal
Recipes
Dec 05, 2012
Now that it’s starting to get chilly in the mornings, I love a warm breakfast. Especially a super easy one Plus, it’s December now so it’s perfectly ok to start making gingerbread flavored things (not that I’m over pumpkin season yet). So here’s what you need: 1/2 c steel-cut oats (or other
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Soup Season!
Healthy Alternatives
Nov 14, 2012
Now that the weather is finally leaning toward the colder months ahead, it’s time to break out the crock pot. Soups, sauces, chili and stew are some fantastic choices. Plus it’s super easy to crock pot a big batch at once and have leftovers for easy, healthy lunches. Here’s how to make a
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Tomato Tartlets
Recipes
Sep 14, 2012
For a light entree, try simple tartlets. Unroll a sheet of puff pastry, brush with olive oil, sprinkle lightly with parmesan cheese, and layer on plenty of grape tomatoes or slices in concentric circles. Bake for 20 minutes at 400° F. Heirloom tomatoes in different colors can be pretty. Add a green
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Heart Healthy: Black Beans
Healthy Information
Sep 09, 2012
Mild, tender black beans are packed with heart-healthy nutrients including folate, antioxidants, magnesium for lowering blood pressure, and fiber — which helps control both cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Black beans are also an excellent food for making ahead of time. You can get a bag of beans for a little over
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