One of my big dislikes of slow cooker recipes is that many of them call for opening a can of soup and pouring it on top of something. After I began paying attention to the ingredients listed on cans of soup, I realized I didn’t want to cook like that. While I try to avoid… Continue reading Slow Cooker Mexican Pulled Pork
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Real, whole food recipes.
Chicken Noodle Soup
There’s something about eating chicken noodle soup that always makes me feel better. Warm and full of vegetables, if anyone has the sniffles in our family, this soup goes right on the weekly meal plan! What I like about chicken noodle soup is that you can use leftover chicken – after you’ve oven roasted it… Continue reading Chicken Noodle Soup
Gluten Free Soup Thickener
While most recipes suggest using flour or corn starch to thicken soups and stews, I have a secret ingredient for thickening soups that’s gluten free and vegan - and it’s super healthy, too. It’s beans! By using white beans in place of other thickeners, you’re getting a gluten free, vegan thickener that’s loaded with fiber.… Continue reading Gluten Free Soup Thickener
Delicious Olive Oil Garlic Bread
When I was growing up, we had garlic bread with dinner often. Dripping in butter and sprinkled with garlic salt; it tasted so good. When I began cooking for my own family, I wanted to continue the yummy garlic bread tradition but I wanted it to be healthier. This recipe combines the tasty garlic bread… Continue reading Delicious Olive Oil Garlic Bread
Vegetarian Chili to Warm You
This time of year is great for chili eating, isn’t it? This recipe is good for a large winter party or after being outside in the cold. You’ll start with 10-cups of cooked beans – yes, it feeds a crowd! If you’ve never cooked beans by soaking and cooking them, this recipe is good to… Continue reading Vegetarian Chili to Warm You
Cream Cheesy Garlic Spread
I love cheese and especially cheese that can be spread. Filled with spices and herbs, spreadable cheese spreads can quickly add interest and flavor to a plate of appetizers or a plain old piece of toast. What I don’t like about cheese spreads is all the junk that’s in them when you buy them already… Continue reading Cream Cheesy Garlic Spread
Crust-Less Pumpkin Pie
This “Crust-Less Pumpkin Pie” is basically the classic pumpkin pie recipe on the can of “Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin” but lightened up, spiced up, and crust-free – which also makes it gluten free for those of you avoiding gluten (waving “Hi” to my mom!). With less sugar, non-fat evaporated milk, and more spices, you’ve got… Continue reading Crust-Less Pumpkin Pie
The Best Oyster and Sausage Stuffing – Ever!
This recipe is a guest post from my husband. All of his recipes begin with "The Best" and they are but, I'm biased. I grew up with my dad making a version of this every Thanksgiving. I always remember the incredible smell of the sautéing onions and celery. How I spiced it up to become… Continue reading The Best Oyster and Sausage Stuffing – Ever!
Ranger Cookies That Are Welcoming
A new family just moved into our neighborhood and I just delivered a plate of these ranger cookies to them. Nothing says, “Welcome to our street,” like a plate of homemade cookies, does it? They’re a young family, with two small children, and all of the teenage babysitters on our block are doing a… Continue reading Ranger Cookies That Are Welcoming
Potato Salad That Eats Like a Meal
I know potato salad is supposed to be a side dish but this little fact didn’t stop me from making this potato salad into a meal. Potato salad is so good, but I’ll be honest with you – I don’t usually like to make it because it’s one of those dishes that is a lot… Continue reading Potato Salad That Eats Like a Meal
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