Easy Pancakes.

I still can’t believe I used to buy pancake mix. This batter is my absolute favorite, and the easiest to make. Why did it take me so long to figure that out? I normally double and freeze the leftovers for the kiddos, makes for a super easy breakfast during those busy mornings. Here’s what youContinue reading “Easy Pancakes.”

Hamburger corn casserole

This was something different, and the kids loved it! My favorite part was the bread crumbs! Here’s what you need: Ingredients 8 ounces elbow macaroni uncooked (2 cups) 1 to 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 10 ½Continue reading “Hamburger corn casserole”

French Fries.

I was craving fries the other day, and we didn’t have any so I made my own. They were everything I hoped for and more! Here’s what you need: Ingredients  1 lb russet potatoes, (2 large or 3 medium potatoes) 1 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste ⅛ tsp ground black pepper, or to taste ⅛ tsp garlic powder ⅛ tsp paprika Instructions Scrub and clean theContinue reading “French Fries.”

Taco Fritos Bowl.

This was a good change up for taco Tuesday in our house! Here’s what you need: Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1 cup chopped onion (yellow or sweet) 2 cans (16 ounces each)  Bush’s Best Chili Beans (pinto beans – mild chili sauce) – do not drain 8 ounce can Tomato sauce 1Continue reading “Taco Fritos Bowl.”

Strawberry Ice cream.

My favorite strawberry ice cream. It hits the spot on those hot days! Here’s what you need: 3 c. fresh ripe strawberries, steamed and sliced I slice mine to get the 3 c. not 3 c. whole strawberries) 1½ c. sugar (divided) 1 ½ c. whole milk 2¾ c. heavy cream 1½ tsp. pure vanillaContinue reading “Strawberry Ice cream.”

Açaí Bowl

I’ve never had or made an açaí bowl until the other day! I feel like from what I’ve seen the fruit paste is a bit thicker. I’ll share the recipe I used, but the back of the açaí packets had a recipe too that I might give a try! Here’s what you need: Ingredients  1x2x3x 1 frozenContinue reading “Açaí Bowl”

Chicken Quesadillas

The easiest meal to make, and perfect for throwing in the crockpot before leaving for baseball. Come back home and it’s ready to eat! Here’s what you need: Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 oz packet taco seasoning ½ cup salsa 1 cup queso 6 large flour tortillas 12 oz Mexican shredded cheese blend Sour cream and guacamole, optional Instructions Place your chicken, tacoContinue reading “Chicken Quesadillas”

Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes.

Hands down one of my favorite ways to make sloppy joes! Here’s what you need: Ingredients  ▢ 1 pound lean ground beef ▢ 2 tablespoons butter ▢ 1 small yellow onion diced ▢ 1 small green bell pepper diced ▢ 8 ounces brown mushrooms minced ▢ 2 tablespoons ketchup ▢ 1  tablespoon Worcestershire sauce ▢ 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt ▢ 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ▢ 1 tablespoon  cornstarch ▢ 1  cup beef broth ▢ 8  ounces Provolone Cheese Slices chopped (use 6oz if you don’t want it very cheesy) ▢ 6 brioche hamburger buns Instructions AddContinue reading “Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes.”

Chicken Enchilada Tacos

These were so simple and delicious. Plus you only need three ingredients to make them! Here’s what you need: Ingredients 3 large chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds) 1 (19oz) can enchilada sauce 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese tortillas for serving  Instructions Place the chicken breasts into your slow cooker and pour the enchilada sauce over top. Close the lid and cookContinue reading “Chicken Enchilada Tacos”

Taco shells

This was super good! I added sour cream and taco sauce to my personal dish and it took it up a notch! Here’s what you need: Ingredients 1.5 lbs ground beef browned and drained 3 cups uncooked pasta shells cooked al dente and drained 2 oz taco seasoning (2 – 1 oz packets) 12 oz can evaporated milk 16 oz Velveeta cubed 1/4 cup butter sliced into thin pats Instructions Mix allContinue reading “Taco shells”