We've talked about adding beans to taco meat to stretch the protein out a little further. But now, it's time to take it even further. To "three bean" tacos. So my idea for "three bean tacos" turned into a "two bean" taco! If you look close enough, you'll notice that there are only 2 beans in these tacos. Only the black beans and pinto beans made the cut. I … [Read more...]
Cilantro-Lime Brown Rice
So I looked out the kitchen window and noticed that the cilantro had almost reached the height of the child rabbit fence around my square foot gardening planters. I knew cilantro grew quickly, but didn't think it would really grow THAT quickly. Quick...how can I start using this up. And pronto!!! How about mixed into brown rice with some lime juice for a little extra … [Read more...]
Grilled Salsa Chicken
Alrighty friends...here is the Grilled Salsa Chicken that I intended on posting last night. But my day just didn't play out as I thought it would and I did not get a chance in the early evening to get it all together! A big thanks to Steve for photographing some of the pictures below. You might notice that 2 hands are in the photographs, and I don't quite trust Ryan with my … [Read more...]
Baked Black Bean and Salsa Chicken
See that corn up there?!? The "summer price" of $.25/ear is here a bit early this year! I couldn't help myself and snagged a few for this week. The boys L-O-V-E corn and I love watching them munch it off the corn. It's sorta cute! This *might* just become my new "go-to" meal. It's way low maintenance...as long as you get it into the oven in time! It was delicious … [Read more...]
Chana Masala
Chana Masala is popular Indian vegetable dish, with a distinct sweet and sour flavor. Lisa tweaked a few recipes and came up with this one that she loves and wanted to share with us tonight! I liked the flavor as it was, but Steve thought it needed a little more heat. So he found the Tabasco sauce to give it a little extra umph! I'm pretty sure you won't find Tabasco … [Read more...]
Salsa, Black Bean and Beef Skillet Dinner
This totally qualifies as a Pantry Staples meal. Beef + Black Beans + Salsa + Rice = simple, crazy cheap, yet delicious meal. Hope you enjoy this super simple 'pantry staples' dinner that you might even be able to make tonight...without having to run to the store! Salsa, Black Bean and Beef Skillet Dinner The perfect "straight from the pantry" dinner! … [Read more...]
Sausage Jambalaya with Salad
This is a guest recipe! . I love cooking from scratch when I can, but there are some days when quick and easy is a must. Zatarain's jambalaya mix is delicious right out of the box, and when it goes on sale I stock up for this quick and frugal meal. Pair it with a green salad for a perfect dinner! Sausage Jambalaya with Salad a simple, sem-homemade dinner that … [Read more...]
Chicken Gumbo with Iceberg Ranch Wedges
This dinner is inspired by a gumbo that my dad had for lunch when we were in Dallas last month. All I knew about gumbo was that people from LA made it. A lot. Call me "gumbo ignorant." I was. But no longer. Did a little research on Wiki...and learned quite a bit. Hop on over there and see how "gumbo savvy" you are! I digress. A simple soup. Err, gumbo! With a whole … [Read more...]
Chicken and Broccoli Stirfry
It's great to be home. And it's great to be back in the kitchen. The first half of the day, I wandered around the kitchen...feeling lost. Lost in my own kitchen! But once dinner time rolled around, I was fully re-acquainted and ready to cook! Chicken and Broccoli Stirfry Your family will love this simple skillet meal! 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, … [Read more...]
Baked Chicken Marsala
So I'm still sorta doing the pantry challenge...using up what I find...and everything in this meal came from the pantry/freezer minus the broccoli! One of my dear friends moved to Alaska not long ago...and she left me with a few of her goodies from her pantry...including the Marsala cooking wine you see below!!! Not something I normally buy, but after this meal...I'd totally … [Read more...]