Quinoa Taco “Meat”

Plant-based tacos and bowls are within easy reach thanks to this clever recipe. Taco Tuesday just got a whole lot more exciting!    In our latest installment of Fountain Avenue Kids, Abby and Ethan are back to share a dish that reinvented taco night in their house, where some people eat meat, and some don’t.…

Cold Pan Seared Pork Chops

No more tough, dry pork chops! A clever technique guarantees tender, juicy meat every time, and you won’t believe how easy it is.   When cooked properly, a thick, lean pork chop can be juicy and so full of flavor. All of us, however, have likely been served more than one pork chop that’s dry…

Pretzel Fish with Honey Mustard Sauce

With its crisp coating and flavorful sauce, Pretzel Fish with Honey Mustard Sauce offers a quick and easy meal the whole family will love!   Welcome to the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids! A flavorful, three-ingredient sauce pulls double duty as “glue” for the crispy, pretzel crumb coating in this family friendly meal, which was the first fish dish…

BBQ Chicken & Rice Quesadillas

Stretch and transform leftovers into a deliciously filling meal with these family-friendly quesadillas that will be ready in a flash!   Maya (14), Gabi (12), Jalen (11), and Sophia (11) Coon are back for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, and they’re making quesadillas with an upgrade. Maya started making this meal when she battled cancer the…

Chicken Alfredo

Lighter than the traditional Alfredo but equally irresistible, this flavorful pasta dish comes together easily with minimal ingredients. Plus, there are options to add favorite vegetables and vary the protein.   Welcome to Fountain Avenue Kids! Joey is back with his fabulous energy and enthusiasm to demonstrate a new-and-improved chicken Alfredo. Among other upgrades, we included three veggies.…

Easy Italian Stromboli

Modeled after a favorite at a local pizza shop, this flavor-packed stromboli is easy to assemble and may be prepped in batches and frozen for later use. Perfect for game day, casual entertaining, and easy weeknight meals. Gluten-free adaptation included. After baking strombolis recently with my nieces, Evie declared them a 10½ out of 10! Grace…

Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken

Versatile and quick to prep, Southwest Chicken relies on pantry staples and can be served burrito bowl-style or in tacos. An ideal meal to please a variety of eaters!   Get ready for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, because Coach Suzie is in the kitchen! She’s a kid at heart, and as a…

Yakisoba Noodles

Yakisoba is a Japanese stir fry with a noodle base, lots of veggies, and a speedy sauce that’s salty-sweet and a little bit tangy. Serve as is for a satisfying meatless meal, or add chicken or shrimp for extra protein.    Welcome to Fountain Avenue Kids! In this latest edition, Abby and Ethan joined me to…

Cracker Crust Pork Chops

A crispy cracker coating makes these quick-cooking pork chops a family favorite—and the recipe works with chicken too.   In the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, brothers James and Oliver demonstrate a recipe they make several times a month for their family. The coating and sauce add fantastic flavor, and aside from the pork,…

Pizza Chicken

The flavor of pizza adds excitement to this family friendly chicken dinner – and just like regular pizza, you can choose your toppings!    If you’ve been following this blog for a little while, you are likely familiar with Grace and Evie. They are my much-loved nieces and have spent many hours in my kitchen,…

Halloween Mini Meatloaves

This is no ordinary Halloween recipe, but this special meatloaf is sure to elicit smiles (or shrieks) from those who eat it! Emily told me she thought she was forever done with subway rats when she moved out of New York City. Little did she know I had an idea up my sleeve for her…

Pan Seared Halibut

A simple spice rub and a quick sear turn wholesome fish into a family favorite meal. Enjoy with a squeeze of lemon or sauce of choice!   Fish ordered at a restaurant often seems so gourmet and special, something that would be difficult to replicate at home. But you can, and with minimal effort. What’s…

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