Pork Carnitas Burrito Bowls

Super satisfying Pork Carnitas Burrito Bowls rely on a few flavorful components to create one memorable meal. For added ease and variety, the components can be made and enjoyed separately throughout the week–then make burrito bowls with the leftovers!   Throughout the month of April, Iโ€™ve been laying the groundwork.  All of the recipes Iโ€™ve shared have…

Bowdoin Pickled Red Onions

Quick Pickled Red Onions add a punch of color and flavor to a variety of meats, tacos, sandwiches, salads, and more.  This easy-to-make condiment also happens to be evidence that delicious recipes can be found in the most unexpected places!   College dining services have come a long way since I was in school, thatโ€™s…

Slow Cooker Crispy Pork Carnitas

A healthier, easier way to make tender, juicy, crispy carnitas starts with your slow cooker โ€“ and there are so many ways to enjoy the leftovers!   Slow cookers are valued for their hands-off convenience, and an extended stint over low heat can coax out flavor and tenderize tough, less expensive cuts of meat. Slow…

Family Favorite Glazed Meatloaf

Family Favorite Glazed Meatloaf tastes great and slices perfectly! The recipe also offers prep ahead convenience and tips for a perfectly shaped loaf.   Most children are discouraged from playing with their food. I learned this lesson at a young age, but as I get older, I occasionally ignore this piece of advice. Letโ€™s face…

Miso Chicken

A few simple ingredients add sublime flavor and make this miso chicken dinner a winner! For added convenience, the chicken can be prepped in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake. Most of us associate miso with the traditional Japanese soup, but what exactly is it and how might we use it? Miso is essentially…

Chifrijo (Costa Rican Taco Bowls)

In Costa Rica, these adaptable bowls are often enjoyed with tortilla chips and an Imperial beer and offer a delicious way to reinvent leftovers.   ยกPura Vida! Directly translated, these two words mean โ€œpure life,โ€ but in Costa Rica, the phrase has become a national motto used to say hello, goodbye, and pretty much everything…

Beef Tenderloin with Mushroomย Sauce or Simple Au Jus

Golden on the outside and pink in the middle, a perfectly cooked beef tenderloin will be the centerpiece of any special dinner. The recipe offers a less expensive alternative, as well as tips on how much meat to purchase per person.    My husband and I had been friends for many years before we began dating, so I…

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

I enjoy a good takeout meal as much as the next person, but what if I suggested combining elements of two casual restaurant favorites into one family friendly dinner? ย If you’re on the fence, I could mention that this meal is quick and easy enough for even the busiest of weeknights! ย ⬇๏ธŽ⬇๏ธŽ⬇๏ธŽ With Super Sunday…

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

Slices of juicy steak, wholesome veggies, and an easy cheese sauce make this all-in-one pasta dish a favorite in the Fulton household.  Inspired by the classic sandwich, it’s a welcome weeknight meal and fun for casual entertaining. When I started making this meal several years ago, it took me several tries to get the flavor and…

(Slow Cooker) Ginger Curry Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes

Easy to make and deeply satisfying, a simple adjustment makes this soul-warming soup vegan-friendly.      A few weeks into my son Johnโ€™s first semester at college, a friend asked him to sign a Meatless Monday pledge. He figured one day a week without meat wouldnโ€™t be too hard, so he put pen to paper. Several…

Pasta with Sausage and Shortcut Broccoli Pesto

Thanks to a somewhat unconventional method of preparation, a generous serving of broccoli goes almost undetected in this filling, flavorful meal that is ready in about 20 minutes.   โ€œTry it. Youโ€™ll like it.โ€ These words sound a lot like the famous line in the decades-old Life cereal commercial in which Mikey, clearly a picky…

Overnight French Toast Casserole

Lightly sweet and tender with delightfully crispy edges, this mouthwatering baked French toast can be prepared in advance with basic ingredients. It’s special enough for holiday breakfasts and brunches but easy enough for any given Saturday or Sunday.   Warm fires, sweet cookies, festive packages, and lots of holiday cheer with family and friendsโ€”this is…

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