This is a tasty, hearty, and super easy version of the slow cooked classic: chicken and dumplings. Be sure to use low sodium broth, and if you don’t I would suggest using half broth half water, otherwise it will be too salty (trust me–there is plenty of salt in the rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken [...]
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Easy Chicken and Dumplings
Published by December 24th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Easy Preparation, Kid Approved, Leftover chicken or Turkey, One Pot, Poultry, Quick and Easy, Soups and Chilis and Southern Living. ClosedBlack Beans and Rice
Published by December 13th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Crock Pot, Family Recipe, Heart Healthy, Mexican/Southwest/Tex-Mex, One Pot and Vegetarian. ClosedBlack beans and rice are a great winter food. They are warming and very filling. They are also very healthy. The key to this dish is to soak the black beans in water over night. Ingredients: 1 lb. dried black beans water 1 onion, chopped 7 garlic cloves, smashed 1-2 jalapenos, diced (can omit) 2 [...]
Creamy Jalapeno and Cinlantro Dressing/Sauce
Published by December 13th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Dressing, Easy Preparation, Fish, Mexican/Southwest/Tex-Mex, Quick and Easy and Sauce. ClosedThis dressing is so good. It’s good on salads and fish tacos. We loved this dressing on fish tacos so much that we had fish tacos 2 times in one week. Ingredients: 1 c. mayo 1/3 milk 2 tsp. chopped cilantro 1-2 jalapenos, minced 1 tsp. garlic, minced 1 tsp. onion, minced juice of 1 [...]
Chicken and Broccoli Pad Thai
Published by December 8th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Asian, Easy Preparation, Pasta, Quick and Easy and Vegetarian. ClosedI love Pad Thai, and the nice thing about this dish is that it is quick and easy to make. It’s certainly a bit more adventurous than my kiddos are willing to try, so I just set aside some of the chicken for them, and they were happy with that. You could also skip the [...]
Sweet Chili-Glazed Tofu
Published by December 7th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Asian, Easy Preparation, Quick and Easy and Vegetarian. ClosedI picked up the America’s Test Kitchen 30-Minute Suppers magazine at the store, because I am always looking for quick and tasty meals to prepare. There were a number of recipes that caught my eye, and this tofu dish did not disappoint. We will certainly make this dish again. Recipe adapted from the Winter 2010 [...]
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Published by November 26th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Cooking Light, Dessert and Thanksgiving. ClosedWe went to Thanksgiving dinner at a friend’s house this year and we were tasked with desserts. We brought a traditional pumpkin pie, chocolate chip cheesecake bars, and pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting. The pumpkin cake was pretty good, especially if you love pumpkin and spice cakes, and for that reason I would give [...]
Easy Homemade Mac-N-Cheese
Published by November 7th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Easy Preparation, Pasta, Sides, Southern Living and Vegetarian. ClosedI’m not ashamed to admit that I like boxed mac-n-cheese, especially with some chipotle Tabasco sauce. I’ve made homemade mac-n-cheese before, and most of the time the result is disappointing. The most important thing I’ve learned is the type of cheese you use is extremely important. Regular mild cheddar doesn’t melt well and doesn’t have [...]
Cincinnati Turkey Chili
Published by October 23rd, 2009 in 4 Stars, Cooking Light, Easy Preparation, Poultry and Soups and Chilis. ClosedIt’s getting cold outside and that means it’s time for soups and chilis…my favorite time of year! And it’s no secret that I live chili, and I really do love Cincinnati chili. I’ve made two other versions: Cincinnati Chili and Cincinnati Chili Take 2. This version was quite tasty and we had enough for a [...]
Fish Po’Boys
Published by September 17th, 2009 in 4 Stars, Easy Preparation, Fish, Kid Approved, Quick and Easy, Sandwich and Sauce. ClosedThese are really good and really easy sandwiches. Perfect for a weeknight meal. You can either use frozen breaded fish, make your own, or forgo the breading all together. I used frozen breaded fish…my kiddos love this! The spicy tartar sauce makes this dish. This recipe is adapted from Great Food Fast. Ingredients: Frozen breaded [...]
Rachel’s Famous Pasta Salad
Published by September 1st, 2009 in 4 Stars, Easy Preparation, Entertaining, Family Recipe, Italian, Kid Approved, Pasta, Picnic/Potluck, Salad, Sides and Vegetarian. ClosedThis is a very easy and very tasty pasta salad…even -s and TT ate it up. I think next time I’ll do without the cheddar and jack cheese and instead try feta for an extra punch. Adapted from a recipe by Rachel Griffith. Ingredients: 2 bottles light Italian dressing 1 lb. pasta of your choice [...]
