Category: Recipes

Coconut-Almond French Toast Casserole

Just baked this dish this morning and it was delicious! The next time you entertain special guests or serve a brunch this dish needs to be included. If you like, you could serve with maple syrup or whipped topping. Mini chocolate chips would also be a great garnish. We did not wait 1 hour for …

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Oven-Barbecued Salmon

Need a quick yet healthy dish for a busy weeknight? This salmon is a great option that is bursting with flavor that only takes minutes to prep and minutes to cook. Served with a tossed salad and you have dinner ready in 15 minutes. Though this salmon is great for a weeknight, it is also …

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Bacon Pecan Garlic Mushrooms

Great for dinner parties or a family dinner, these savory stuffed mushrooms get a delicious crunch from pecans and bacon. When I haven’t had large mushrooms to use, I will make only half of the filling and bake for 10 minutes. These guys will go fast so make sure to make plenty. Enjoy! 12 large …

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Cucumber-Basil Dressing

There are many ways to make this cool and refreshing dressing. I like this one when paired with fresh tomatoes, because you get a little crunch from the cucumber slices. Now that summer is close and the tomatoes will be juicy and delicious, serve a platter of fresh tomatoes slices dressed with Cucumber-Basil dressing at …

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Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

When I was little we always loved it when Mom would serve creamed corn. Once you take a bite of this creamed corn, which is made with fresh corn, you will not look at the canned product the same. One tip used in this recipe, adding the corn cobs in the slow cooker while cooking, …

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Overnight Maple Oatmeal

Refrigerated overnight oatmeal is a great idea for a quick and nutritious breakfast that is ready when you get up. It’s also easy to take with you if you need to eat on the run. I wasn’t sure about eating oatmeal cold at first, but since trying it I make it regularly. Having breakfast ready …

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Kale Salad

Since I had never eaten a kale salad before, this salad surprised me with how delicious it is. Fresh lemon in every bite, sweetness from currants and crunch from pine nuts. Kale has been shown to be one of the healthiest vegetables around, so I have been trying to add it to our weekly meals. …

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Tomato, Cucumber, Avocado Salad

Fresh, simple and delicious. A great compliment to any protein, this salad is perfect for any night of the week. The reason for soaking the onions in water is to remove some of the bite making them perfect for a fresh salad. If you like olives feel free to add them. Enjoy! 1-1/2 C. of …

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Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken

What a great combo, honey mustard sauce and pretzels. Now combine those with chicken breast and you have a great dish for dinner. Pretzel crusted chicken with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Yum! The extra honey mustard makes a great salad dressing also. Enjoy! 2 C. panko crumbs 2 C. pretzel crumbs 1/2 …

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Quinoa Chickpea and Avocado Salad

Simple, delicious, and so go for you! This salad, loaded with protein, fiber and healthy fats, can be a simple lunch, or served as a great side dish. I tend to use red quinoa in my cold salads since I think it has a little more texture to it, but you could use white or …

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