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Chicken, Bean and Green Chile Empanadas

Baked Chicken, Bean and Cheese Empanadas

Do you love Mexican food, but hate the fact that all the good stuff is fried? Well, try these baked Empanadas!  I’m not saying they don’t pack some calories, but they’re definitely better than eating fast food or restaurant Mex. And obviously better on your budget. For less than $7 […]

Chocolate Banana Muffins

Chocolate Banana Muffins for Banana haters!

Some people love bananas. Some people, not so much. My kiddo, definitely not so much. So when I had a few overdone brown ones, I decided to make muffins, but with a twist! I figured, why not add cocoa powder. Maybe a little more brown sugar and voila! These moist, […]

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Avocado

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato & Avocado Sandwich (BLTA)

BLT’s are awesome! They’re so awesome, I risk all injury to the roof of my mouth to enjoy every bite. So how can this simple sandwich improve?   Avocado, of course!  A much better fat than mayo and even better when they’re on sale, 4 for $1. I had to […]

Bacon Wrapped Beer Brats

Bacon Wrapped Beer Brats and Cucumber Salad

That smokey, salty flavor. That crispiness. That crunchy, yet chewy goodness. Yeah…I LOVE bacon. Can you tell?! And I really love things wrapped in that goodness. Like hotdogs in Mexico. They are the best! I can see some of your faces now. All shriveled up and saying, “gross!” Whatever! You […]

Pigs in a Cheesy Blanket with Summer Salad!

Piggies in a Cheesy Blanket with Romain Salad

I make certain meals just to put smiles on my kiddo’s faces. Pigs in a blanket is definitely one of those meals. Although my husband confessed last night, he also loves these little piggies.  I’ll definitely say they’re better than regular old hot dogs, that’s for sure.  Oh, and excellent […]

Veggie Frittata with Corned Beef Hash

A frittata is a great way to get tasty veggies into a dish that even the kids will love. You can use so many different kind of veggies, from spinach to bell pepper to mushrooms. Same with the cheese. From cheddar to parm to gruyere. Get as fancy or as […]