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This recipe is an adapted from Robin Miller's Quick Fix Meals cookbook. It was really good and made enough for dinner and leftovers for my husband, daughter and myself.12 oz thin spaghetti (I think any type of pasta would work great!)1 Tbsp olive oil3 cloves garlic, minced2 cups sliced mushrooms (I used baby portobellos, but… Continue reading Spaghetti with Creamy Turkey Sausage and Mushroom Sauce
This a great recipe for a Sunday when there's not much going on. Quick and easy and makes a ton for leftovers. From Robin Miller's book "Quick Fix Meals."Two 2 lb pork tenderloin (trimmed of silverskin if necessary)Salt & fresh ground pepper1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 Tbsp honey2 Tbsp dijon mustard2 tsp chopped fresh thymePreheat oven… Continue reading Balsamic Roasted Pork Tenderloin
My husband and I love salmon and I'm always looking for different ways to make it. I found this great sauce on Allrecipes and it's a great compliment to salmon.3/4 cup plain yogurt (mayo can be subsituted)1/4 cup dijon mustard1/2 tsp dried thyme1/2 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp dried basil1 tsp dillMix together yogurt and mustard.… Continue reading Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce
When I first saw this recipe on Bakerella's blog, I knew I had to try it! I finally had the perfect opportunity - Valentine's Day. I sent half into my daughter's daycare - I knew there would be no way we could eat them all without feeling guilty.1 box red velvet cake mix (cook as… Continue reading Red Velvet Cake Balls
I'm not sure where I got this recipe from, but it's really good. I made it for the first time the other night and my daughter gobbled it up. Who would of thought an almost 2 year old would like mushrooms?5-6 medium sized portobello mushrooms (larger ones can be used)1 turkey sausage link, casing removed3… Continue reading Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
This is a take on Rachel Ray's recipe for Chicken or Turkey Parm meatballs.1 lb ground chicken or turkey1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese1/3 cup bread crumbs (or more depending on the wetness of your meat)1 large egg2 cloves garlic, mincedHandful of parsley, finely choppedsalt and pepper12 bocconcini (mini fresh mozzarella balls)Preheat a grill or grill… Continue reading Mini Turkey Parm Burgers
This recipe is from the February 2009 issue of Fitness Magazine. My daughter is a big fan of beans and it's about one of the only ways to get some protein in her besides chicken nuggets & hot dogs. She LOVED it!1 Tbsp olive oil1 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 tsp dried oregano, crushed2… Continue reading Pasta e Fagioli
My friend Shannon shared this recipe with me for roasted chicken. It was incredible!4 lb chicken2 tsp salt1 tsp paprika1/2 tsp each: onion powder, dried thyme, white pepper1/4 tsp each: cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powderonion, skin removedMix all the spices together in a small bowl. Rinse chicken cavity. Pat dry and rub the chicken… Continue reading Sticky Chicken Rotisserie Style
I've been wanting to try a lasagna toss for awhile now and finally found a non-traditional recipe. It was good, makes a ton. I'll definitely make it again, but will probably go with some other type of pasta as it's not easy to eat lasagna noodles! Recipe is from Good Housekeeping.1 pkg (16 oz) lasagna… Continue reading Greek Lasagna Toss with Tomatoes, Shrimp and Feta
From Kraftfoods.com1 boneless beef sirloin steak, approximately 1 lb1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper1 large onion, thinly sliced2 tsp garlic, minced1/4 cup sun-dried tomato dressing2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheeseHeat large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add steak; sprinkle with pepper. Cook steak 5-6 minutes on each side or until medium doneness. Remove… Continue reading Garlic Steak & Onions
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