Absolutely, 100%, without a doubt, these are MUST TRY. Like tomorrow. Or on your next week's meal plan. This is a simple ground beef that is browned and simmered in a delicious lemon-vinegar based sauce that packs a powerful flavor. And it balances nicely with the soft, yet slightly bland, naan or pita bread. Top it all off with some onion, cucumbers and tzatziki sauce … [Read more...]
Multi-Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Chili
So much delicious flavor. I'm just going to leave this one with you. But first. And I LOVE LOVE LOVE the fact you can use the multi-cooker to brown ground beef and make the chili in the SAME POT. Seriously, it's the little things like that this just make life in the kitchen a smidge more manageable ;) Also, be sure to note how and when the shredded cheese and … [Read more...]
Greek Pita-chos
The past couple of weeks have been filled with "Greek food" at our house. I made some Chicken Gyros, then did a Ground Beef version. And while enjoying the Ground Beef Gyros, I had the idea to transform them into Greek "Pita-chos" - like nachos...with pita chips...with this very delicious, lemony ground beef on top. And then, took it "next level" and added some tzatziki … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Taco Pasta
Instant Pot Pastas are my new MOST FAVORITE THING IN THE WHOLE WORLD. For now, anyways. Because my other favorite thing in the whole wide world is the Multi-Cooker. I'm beginning to think I have a small kitchen appliance problem. But it's really a "I just need these adorable devices to take care of dinner for me" problem. And they both do an amazing job at that. And … [Read more...]
Asian Beef Lettuce Wraps
Crunch-munch-YUM! We're doing fakeout-takeout at home today! This simple ground beef, cooked in a delicious hoisin-based sauce...with some crunchy veggies...all wrapped up in some large iceburg or Bibb lettuce ---> fabulous and simple weeknight skillet dinner! Did my boys eat this in lettuce wrap? No. They ate this in tortillas and Steve and I enjoyed the lettuce … [Read more...]
10-Minute Lasagna
Fast. Easy. That's my jam when it comes to meals for my family. And this 10-minute lasagna prep fits perfectly into our busy life. I do love a good lasagna and there are some days (usually weekend days!) that I can boil the noodles and let the sauce simmer, simmer, simmer to deepen the flavor and thicken up. But other days, it's this. 10-minute lasagna. It takes 10 … [Read more...]
Multi-Cooker Taco Soup Recipe
Multi-Cooker Taco Soup Recipe EASY Taco soup, using the saute then slow cooker mode on your multi-cooker appliance. 1 lb. ground beef15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed15 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained15 oz can corn2 Tbsp chili powder1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder2-3 cups chicken brothSalt and pepper to tasteOptional garnishes: … [Read more...]
Ritzy Meatloaf
I feel like I've made meatloaf 3,427 ways. Well, maybe not that many...but meatloaf is like chili. There are so many different ways you can make it and it always turns out delicious! You've got to have the right mix of meat and egg, plus something to absorb the juices, plus the right mix of seasonings. In this recipe, it's the crushed up Ritz crackers that take of the … [Read more...]
Doritos Taco Salad
Pardon me while I drown myself into this salad bowl. ;) There are so many amazing flavors and textures happening in this salad and it made my tummy happy, happy happy! With the crunch from the Doritos, the tang of the dressing and the pop of the taco meat....BOOOOOOM...such a delicious lunch and/or dinner option for you! Get the freezer meal instructions over on … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Cowboy Chili
A delicious bowl of chili with pinto beans, made in the Instant Pot! The Instant Pot has this magical way of infusing flavors so beautifully with the way it uses heat and pressure to cook the ingredients and melt them together. The flavors mingle and marry in such a perfect way and chili is one of my favorites from the Instant Pot. If you haven't made chili in your Instant … [Read more...]