Life is a balancing act. This Cheesy Tamale Pie is the perfect example of that. I have made this recipe over a hundred times in my married life. It is epitome of Mexican comfort food, but it also can be made as a healthier version when you need to cut back on the calories. So don’t fear, you can enjoy this casserole while making your family as happy as “pie”… Cheesy Tamale Pie that is!
:: Almond Butter Honey Yogurt Dip ::Summer is approaching… and pretty soon you may start feeling like you’re seriously living in the kitchen with the kids home! Having four children, I do in fact spend what feels like half of my day preparing healthy meals and snacks {especially since we homeschool}.
This Almond Butter Honey Yogurt Dip is a healthy and delicious snack idea that I got from Weelicious! The recipe only calls for three ingredients with an optional fourth, that I’ve added in. I eliminated use of refined sugars by using raw, unprocessed honey and sweetening it further with one ripe banana. [Read more…]
I will run I will take an additional yoga class all to eat this Pan-Fried Onion Dip! I promise you this will be the BEST onion dip you will ever make. It will have your doing back flips! My friend Erica brought this amazing dip to a girl’s night I had a few years ago. Just an excuse to get together with a couple of girl friends to watch a little Real Housewives of Orange County. Yes, I know mindless television, but it allowed for us to catch up and hang out. A couple of fun drinks plus some appetizers, made this for the perfect girls night in. [Read more…]
:: Chocolate S’mores Treat ::Who is ready for summer? I can see the hands and hear the cheers! This Chocolate S’mores Treat is perfect for a last minute Memorial Weekend dessert. Chocolaty and easy this s’mores treat will make you the hit of your next barbeque!
I love the summer and I love last minute get-togethers. Sometimes, I have a hard time keeping it simple. I love having a few recipes that I know that I can whip up with as little effort as possible, and better yet something that does not require me to use my oven. This recipe is just that. It was introduced to me my one of my lovely neighbors years ago. We had this at every barbeque and get together during that season of our lives when we were newly married. Our first home was a town house. Our neighbors/friends were all around the same age and all at the same point in our lives. It was a great time in life. We loved putting together events that involved food and fun. [Read more…]
:: Cafe Rio Copycat Crockpot Chicken ::Have you all had the opportunity to dine at a Cafe Rio? I know they’re not everywhere… which is unfortunate, because their food is so fresh and delicious! It’s the perfect place to take the kids! I love, love, love their chicken tacos topped with shredded lettuce and fresh pico de gallo! What about their homemade tortillas?! Oh my… talk about pure deliciousness!
We live about 45 minutes from the nearest Cafe Rio, so we are only able to go once or twice a month. On Pinterest I saw loads of copycat recipes for their famous chicken. I thought it was worth a shot to try to replicate the recipe for myself! {Of course none of us have that secret recipe… so we can only guess as to how they exactly make it.} This recipe is for crockpot chicken. It takes no more than 5 minutes to throw it all together, which makes it the perfect recipe for a busy weeknight. The main ingredients, besides the boneless skinless chicken breasts, are italian dressing, a ranch dressing packet, cumin, chili powder, minced garlic, and a little water! Super easy, right?
Your house will smell so delightful while the chicken is cooking all day! {That’s one of my favorite parts about a crockpot meal!} Once the meat is fully cooked, you can shred it by simply using two forks, or by pulsing {briefly} in a food processor. The meat comes out completely moist, and full of robust flavor! [Read more…]
Hey guys! We are beyond excited to be guest posting on the fabulous blog, Live Laugh Rowe today! We’d love for you to go check out our {gluten-free, paleo} recipe for Lemon Vanilla Macaroons! These cookies are so delicious… made from the freshest ingredients and free of refined sugars! While you are there, you must peruse all the fun DIY projects Kelly has on her blog! She is so creative and crafty! Enjoy! {xo} [Read more…]
