Side Dishes

Pepperoni Pizza Puffs and Chicken Tender Salad

I was skeptical of this recipe, but I like Rachael Ray and this sounded like something the kids would love! And they did. They weren’t the only ones. Daddy has been bugging me to make more and add different ingredients. I think this is one to experiment with. Thanks Ms. […]

Musubi with Egg and Shoyu Shrimp Ramen

I grew up with SPAM!  I mean, we had it for breakfast, in place of ham or on a sandwich instead of bologna. I love it, but I know people who say, “no way”! Well, those people need to give SPAM Musubi a try!  If you’ve never had one of […]

Beer Can Chicken with Warm Red Potato Salad

Since it was St. Patrick’s day earlier in the week, I’ve been thinking of what to do with all the beer in the fridge. Not like it won’t get drank, because believe me, if will. But, I thought it might be fun to make a few of my beer recipes. […]

Saturday Night Bean Burritos with Cream Cheese

I know these aren’t fancy and I know you’re probably thinking, “that’s not a meal”. Maybe you’re right, but really, until you’ve tried ’em, you just don’t know. Make these once and I promise, you’ll do them over and over again. Saturday night movie night has never been so yummy […]

Beer Brats with Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Some days call for simple. Hot dogs could do the trick, but ewe! Just because we’re on a budget, doesn’t mean we have to eat like children. Oh yeah! Children like hot dogs! Well, they can eat them while we eat beer brats! But just so you know, my kids […]