dinner

Disclaimer:  Nobody is paying me to write this.  I originally wrote this in 2017.  However, a few of the items I included in my original post are no longer available at ALDI.  Since we are now in a new decade, …

It is super sad that the photos of this French Onion Pot Roast didn’t turn out better.   Because, this pot roast was quite amazing- if I say so myself.  Here is why it turned out so well. 1).  I …

Enjoying a bowl of creamy piping hot sweet butternut squash soup is the ultimate fall treat! Every fall, I make several batches of this soup for a quick meal any night of the week.   If you are pressed for …

Pumpkin apple cider bisque is a delightful fall-inspired dish, a sweet and savory meal that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with the sweetness of apple cider.  There is nothing like a piping hot bowl of soup with a sandwich …

Back when my husband and I lived in the Quad Cities, our favorite restaurant was Exotic Thai.   When I was pregnant with my first son, I ordered out from Exotic Thai all the time with my co-workers.   Now, …

Today’s post is being sponsored by Johnsonville.  To find out about all of the products Johnsonville offers for summer grilling- visit their website. Although, we have had some pretty cold and rainy days lately here in Iowa, I am really looking forward …

I have been really into making Asian recipes at home lately.  In the past month, I have shared with you my Protein -Packed Pad Thai and Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps.  My kids really love any dish with rice or rice …

Both of my boys, ages four and two, love quinoa!    I had to laugh just a little bit- when my four-year-old son was pretending to make ” Quinoa Skillet Meals” in his play kitchen- followed by ” taking photos …

I have had a little obsession with Greek Yogurt ranch dip as of late.  I am a little embarrassed at how much I have been consuming.  I have been eating it with baby carrots.  with bags and bags of baby carrots. …

Here in the midwest, we love our pork chop sandwiches!  Boneless 1- inch pork chops are budget-friendly and cook up real fast.  These Instant Pot Cuban Pork Chop Sandwiches are a great way to switch up your pork chop sandwich.  …

This semi-homemade shrimp po boy rice bowl is an easy dinner to whip up. It tastes like the famous New Orleans sandwich and is topped with homemade remoulade sauce.   During Lent each year, I allow myself to purchase frozen …