Tag: recipes
Mexican Layer Dip Halloween Style
Mexican 7 Layer dips are a great appetizer for groups of people. They are easy to make, and you can prepare earlier in the day and refrigerate until you are ready to use it. This dip is perfect because there is plenty of salad for those that want to avoid the more fattening ingredients. Take a […]
Crock Pot Recipes
Looking for ideas on what to make for dinner? Our resident chef has some suggestions for Crock Pot “Dinner-in-a-Pinch” Ideas!
Most days in my house are filled with school, work, homework, sports, dance class, baths, reading and usually at least one unexpected surprise. I know, just like your house! The crock pot being filled in the […]
Pumpkin Pecan Pie Recipe
Nothing I love more than a Pumpkin Pie in the Fall, but my family likes Pecan Pie as well. Why not have two of the best desserts in one?
Ingredients:
3 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 cup sugar
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons of melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 […]
Easy Bowtie Pasta Family Recipe
We just got back from a Birthday Party and had this great tasting salad that I had to share! It is a light cold salad that is perfect for a bbq or party. It is very easy – just six basic ingredients – spinach, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, bow tie pasta, italian dressing, and pine […]
Grilled Fish Tacos with Cilantro Salsa
Lots of fresh ingredients….healthy and delicious.
Ingredients for the Marinade & Fish:
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime zest
1 1/2 teaspoons of honey
3 minced garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pound tilapia […]
Watermelon Lime Popcicles
The kids and I were watching the Disney Channel and they showed some great recipes. Michael Symon and Daphne Oz show Jake Short and Stefanie Scott from Disney Channel’s “A.N.T Farm” how to make some yummy Watermelon Lime Popsicles. Disney has set up “Magic of Healthy Living for Families” website. On this site there are […]
Easy Crock Pot Meatball Recipe
Easy Crock Pot Meatballs
I have an amazing mom. Truly one of the best on the planet and I am not biased, I have five siblings who would full-heartedly agree with me. So, when I come across a meal which is one she happens to love and it’s as easy as this one is, it’s a […]
Crock Pot Recipe Hawaiian Pork Chops
Tomorrow’s dinner is already on the calendar, the chops are waiting in the fridge and dinner will be a snap! I am going to marinate my pork chops overnight to add to the flavor as well as make the prep consist of any one step when walking out the door.
Hawaiian Pork Chops:
• 4 boneless pork […]
Tomorrow’s Crock Pot Meal
Salsa Chicken is on! It’s Monday night… enjoy that Mac & Cheese for dinner knowing that tomorrow’s dinner is already planned out as well. Trust me, that makes for a much more enjoyable meal. Salsa Chicken is on the calendar for tomorrow night and it sounds good to me! I have not tried this recipe […]
Baked Ziti Recipe
I am always on the look out for quick healthy meals and Ziti is high up on our list. I recently come across quite a few recipes that use cottage cheese instead of ricotta. This baked ziti recipe was a hit – even with the kids ! Not only did we reduce the fat and […]

