Update: I first posted this recipe about 4 years ago when we had just moved to Ireland! We are back in the United States now and I still make this recipe quite often as my whole family just loves them. I hope you enjoy them also! I have been trying to find a suitable snack for our family when we go out for our Irish outings. Since Adam is deathly allergic to peanuts, and Joshua is allergic to most of the other nuts, almonds are the only nut our family…
These vegetables are quite possibly the most eye appealing way to eat your veggies! Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped into bite sized pieces 1/2 Butternut Squash, pealed and chopped into bite sized peices 1 Yellow Bell Pepper, chopped into bite sized pieces 1/2 pound Brussel Sprouts, trimmed and chopped in 1/2 1 Red Onion, chopped into bite sized pieces 2 Tbsp Olive Oil 1/2 tsp Salt Directions: Place veggies on a lightly greased cookie sheet in a rainbow pattern (like the photo). Drizzle with Olive Oil. …
My Great Grandma had great Italian roots and she liked everything super spicy! My dad called these the “3 glasses of milk meatballs” because she would make them so spicy. You don’t have to make them spicy. My kids (7 and 3 years old) don’t love spicy, and so we keep these mild. The cayenne pepper is really not necessary as they have excellent flavor without it, but if you like a little spice, go for it. Add 1/8 tsp for a little spice and 1/2 tsp for a lot…
Easy Breakfast Casserole Prep your veggies for this egg casserole ahead of time to save time! You can use it for breakfast, brunch, or even brinner. At only 225 Calories per serving, you can add your favorite fruit or some whole grain toast to make it a complete meal. Happy Eating! Prep time: About 30 minutes Bake: About 40 minutes Serves: 8 Ingredients 3 cups thinly sliced zucchini (about 2 medium) ½ cup finely chopped onion ½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1 Tbsp Olive Oil 1 ½…
Classic Green Chile Stew Every year when the temperature drops, I start thinking soups and stews. They are such a great way to get a complete meal in one pot! This stew has a wonderful mix of sweet (from the corn) and spicy (from the green chiles). Green chile is one of my favorite ingredients. It is full of vitamins A and C, fiber, and potassium. It also has some powerful antioxidants to help improve your immune system! Most of you know that I grew up in Iowa and I…
Teriyaki Chicken and Vegetables This teriyaki chicken recipe is so fast to make! When I don’t have time to plan a meal, I almost always have these ingredients on hand and can make this dinner in about 30 minutes! It is full of fresh veggies and good protein, and best of all the kids LOVE it! I know I say that in a lot of my recipes, but it’s true! If my kids love it, it must be a winner. Enjoy! Serves 6 Prep Time: 30 minutes, including marinating time…
Sweet and Spicy Fish Tacos Sweet and spicy flavors make these fish tacos extra special. You can easily make them gluten-free, and you can adjust the “spiciness” of the recipe for the kiddos if you need to. Fast, easy, and delicious is ALWAYS what I am looking for in a recipe! Pro tip: I live in New Mexico and it is really hard to find good fresh fish. I like to use the individually wrapped frozen fillets of white fish. You can thaw them quickly by placing them with their…
This meal is a nutrition rock star! This super easy meal is gluten-free, high in protein and fiber, and most importantly, it is seriously delicious. Even the kids will love it! Total Nutrition per SERVING including Tilapia, Brussel Sprouts, and Fruit: 335 Calories, 12 g Total Fat, 23 g Total Carbohydrates, 6 g Fiber, 40 g Protein Prep Time: 10 Minutes, Bake Time: 15 Minutes Serves 4 4 Tilapia fillets (about 1.5 pounds) 15 Tortilla Chips (about 1 oz) ¼ cup Cilantro, chopped ½ tsp Salt ½ tsp Garlic…
Chili Pork Stir-Fry This recipe steam cooks the veggies to reduce the amount of oil needed in the recipe. Did you know that oil is the most Calorie dense food we have? At 120 Calories per Tbsp, it even trumps butter (102 Cals per Tbsp). Serves 6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound boneless pork loin chops, sliced into strips 1 tsp chili powder ¼ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp salt ½ tsp cumin 1 Tbsp corn starch 2 Tbsp soy sauce ¼ cup…
Home Made Comfort Food Oven baked chicken, home-made marinara sauce, and naturally delicious shredded Parmesan cheese make this recipe one to keep! With no frying involved, this chicken Parmesan will have you amazed that it is under 500 Calories per serving. Add a couple servings of steamed vegetables to make it a favorite meal of the whole family. Serves 8 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 3 Tbsp Butter 2 Tbsp Olive Oil ¾ cup Panko Bread Crumbs 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided 1 Tbsp Finely Chopped…
