I was doing my daily Pinterest browsing when I came across a recipe entitled "Christmas Crack" from A Southern Grace. With a name like that I just had to click on it. When I have an uncontrollable sweet tooth I always find myself on the Food and drink category on Pinterest. I truly believe that pinning cookie, cake and other dessert recipes do something to settle down my sweet tooth. Mind over matter I gues
I've been on a hiatus lately just getting some things in order around here. I also just hit a huge writers block and I let that get the best of me. Well Im back and I'm excited about writing my blog again. I guess it was just getting over that huge hump in my way that was the hard part. That thing in my head that told me it was pointless to blog again. I was away from my blog for months! How could I ever star
When I run out of ideas and just want something quick for lunch this is one of my go to recipes. My kids love vegetables so this is a perfect lunch or dinner for everyone. I always make it a little different but I tried to come up with a super simple recipe. This stir fry is quick, easy and delicious! Ingredients: -2 boneless chicken breasts or thighs (thawed and cut into bite sized pieces) -1 bag frozen stir fry veg
Day 30 Day 30 Bean and Beef Enchiladas via http://www.bhg.com/recipe/beef/bean-and-beef-enchilada-casserole/ This recipe is amazing and should be a part of every family's dinner menu! I used black beans for mine:) 1/2 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 15 ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 &nbs
Day 29 Recipe 29 Spicy Spinach Pasta via http://joythebaker.com/2012/03/spinach-today/ I didn't have the sunflower seeds but honestly this salad was delicious without them. It took about 10 mins total to prepare this which when it comes to lunch is the way to go. I'm sure this would taste just as good cold too. serves 2 3 cups cooked gluten-free spiral pasta 1 heaping cup baby spinach leaves 3 tablespo
Day 28 Recipe 28 Spinach and Mozzarella Egg Bake via http://www.kalynskitchen.com/2012/03/recipe-for-spinach-and-mozzarella-egg.html#more This was the perfect little healthy breakfast for my hubby and I. I added sliced mushrooms with the spinach and left out the green onions. I seasoned my eggs with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning and paprika. Ingredients: 5 oz. organic fresh spinach (4 cups packed) 1-2 tsp. oli
Day 27 Recipe 27 Pan Roasted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Green Beans I actually don't even have a picture of my own because this stuff was so good we ate it fast plus we were really hungry by the time it was done. I didn't know how this was gonna turnout but it was a hit! I wouldn't change a thing about it. Ingredients 6 tablespoons olive oil 2 lemons, 1 thinly sliced, 1 juiced 4 cloves garlic
Day 26 Recipe 26 The Best Lemon Cookie Ever The name of these cookies says it all. They were so moist and the lemon flavor was perfect. Of course they all were eaten right away(not all by me):) the only tip I have for these is to lightly glaze each cookie because the glaze is a little citrusy. 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon finely g
Day 25 Recipe 25 Slow cooker cube steak with gravy We are eating this as I type and it is so good. This was my first ever slow cooker meal and I'm so glad with how it turned out. Ingredients: 1 ½-2 pounds Cube Steak 1 package Brown Gravy Mix 1 package of Au Jus mix 1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup, low sodium (or Cream of Mushroom Soup) 1 Can French Onion Soup, low sodium 1 Can of Water In
Day 24 Recipe 24 Garlic Red Mashed Potatoes via food.com These potatoes wet a hit with the whole family. They are super easy to make and you'll probably have no left overs of this delicious side. 2 ½ lbs unpeeled quartered red potatoes 3 cloves peeled garlic 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon white pepper 2 -4 tablespoons butter ½ cup sour cream Directions: 1 .Place potatoes&