This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidayMadeSimple #CollectiveBias No time to cook? Busy schedule leaving you tired of take-out? These easy meals can help! If I know I'm going to have a busy day, I like to throw a meal together in the slow cooker. It gives me peace of mind knowing that dinner is cooking while I'm out running around. Some days, however, are just unpredictable. Last minute errands, unexpected trips to ... continue reading...
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25 Easy Meals
Busy Schedule got you down? These 25 Easy Meals can help! 30 Minute Meals Caprese Chicken Bake from Real Housemoms Pesto Chicken Pasta from Miss Information Corn & Crab Quesadillas from The Tasty Fork Italian Bean, Potato and Kale Soup from Amy's Cooking Adventures Spicy Peach Pork from {i love} my disorganized life One Skillet Vegetarian Quinoa Fajitas from Cook the Story Salsa Egg Tacos from Cupcakes and Kale Chips Broccoli Cheese ... continue reading...
Tamale Pie – Easy Weeknight Recipe
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Shamrock Farms. The opinions and text are all mine. Back to school is busy enough without having to worry about making a dinner everyone will like. Tamale pie is a great solution. Made with Shamrock Farms protein-packed cottage cheese, refrigerator pie crust, and other quick ingredients, you'll have a satisfying dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Getting the family to eat healthier meals isn't easy, either, just ... continue reading...
Easy Pasta Recipe for Back to School
Every mom needs an easy pasta recipe for those busy back to school days, and this is it. You can have this nutritious meal on the table in just 30 minutes. This post has been sponsored by Barilla. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Pasta. It's this Italian girl's dream come true. OK, part Italian, but when it comes to the love of pasta, who cares? I grew up eating it 2-3 times a week and still love it. Pasta is not only quick and easy to make, it also comes in a ton of fun ... continue reading...
Easy Chicken Chilaquiles Recipe & Cookbook Review
Too busy to cook? These cheesy chicken chilaquiles are ready in less than 30 minutes and only require 5 ingredients! If your like me, you're too lazy busy to cook dinner half the time. Or it's too hot. Or you're too tired from working and running errands all day. That's what I love about easy short-cut recipes. You only need 5 ingredients for these chicken chilaquiles, and rotisserie chicken is one of them. How easy is that? The first time I made these, my 14-year-old son couldn't get enough ... continue reading...
Easy Chicken Salad Recipe
This easy chicken salad recipe is perfect for picnic sandwiches, eating with crackers by the pool, or as an appetizer for entertaining your summer guests! When I think of summer, my mind goes straight to recipes that are quick and easy to make. No stove, {preferably} no grill, and not a ton of work involved. Working 'part-time' 35+ hours a week, I'm already tired at the end of my day, and the hot summer heat here in Southern Arizona doesn't make it any better. I crave meals that are cool and ... continue reading...
Easy Red White and Blue Breakfast Parfait
This breakfast parfait is perfect for an easy breakfast on a busy weekend. Want to make it even easier? Make it the night before! If you've seen enough of my recipes, then you already know that I love to make meals that are easy. This breakfast parfait is no exception. Pudding, fresh fruit, and packed with protein, how could it not be delicious, too? The secret? Premier Protein Vanilla Shakes. With just 160 Calories, 1g of sugar, 24 vitamins and minerals and no artificial colors, this is a ... continue reading...
Easy Mexican Mac n’ Cheese Recipe
Looking for quick and easy dinner recipes? This Easy Mexican Mac n' Cheese recipe is packed with protein, cheese and ready in just 30 minutes! Dinner. Sometimes it's the bain of my existence. Even though I'm mainly a food blogger, as a wife and mom, I still struggle with the age-old question of "What's for dinner?" I imagine you do, too. With six people living in our house, and as many different schedules, it's not easy finding a meal that everyone will like and reheats nicely. I do have a ... continue reading...
Marie Callender’s Pot Pies and Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate Mousse
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are 100% mine. #EasyAsPotPie #CollectiveBias Busy holiday decorating, entertaining and shopping calls for Marie Callender's pot pies and rich & creamy Mexican hot chocolate mousse. During the holidays, everyone usually gathers at our house. This Thanksgiving was no exception. We had ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, rolls, and, of course, a huge turkey. We all know what a huge ... continue reading...
13 Best Crockpot Meals
A few weeks ago I asked some of my blogger friends for their favorite crockpot recipes. They did not disappoint! With winter really just beginning, it's the perfect time for deliciously hot comfort food. What could be better than dishes you can throw together and forget about? Here are 13 of my favorite crockpot meals for 2013. This Slow Cooker Enchilada Soup by Shugary Sweets is more than mouth-watering. It demands seconds! {and thirds! OK, I actually had four bowls, but I was ... continue reading...
Rosemary Garlic Bread
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and ConAgra Brands. All opinions are mine alone. #MangiaTonight #CollectiveBias Ready in just 10 minutes, rosemary garlic bread is loaded with the flavors of Italy. Let's face it, it's not always easy finding the time for a few romantic moments with your spouse. When Mark and I first married, we loved having date night. Unfortunately, it wasn't always possible with five kids. Neither set of parents lived close by and a sitter was too ... continue reading...
Tomato Basil Cheddar Eggs
Basil and sun dried tomatoes give a delightful flavor to this one pan egg dish! *Disclaimer: Thank you to #BrunchWeek Sponsors: Red Star Yeast, Dixie Crystals, Cabot Cheese, Vidalia Onion Committee, Sage Fruits, Nielsen-Massey, KitchenIQ, and Le Creuset for providing the prizes free of charge. These companies also provided the bloggers with samples and product to use for #BrunchWeek. All opinions are my own. I love how eggs are so versatile. You can have them for breakfast, brunch, in a ... continue reading...
Homemade Blackberry Pancakes
Homemade blackberry pancakes are a snap to make using this easy homemade pancakes recipe! Fluffy homemade pancakes topped with delicious, easy to make homemade blackberry compote. Breakfast is one of my favorite meals, primarily because it's so easy to make. You know me, I'm all about quick and easy meals. Needless to say, I was super excited when I found out that this month's theme was pancakes. I've been making them for my family for years, but this homemade blackberry pancakes recipe is my ... continue reading...
Crock Pot Chicken Curry
I have to say, I'm really excited to share my Crock Pot Chicken Curry recipe with you today! I love finding new recipes and then changing them. Yes, I change them. Most often, there are elements that either I or my family don't like. So, I guess you could say that rather than looking for new recipes, I look for recipe inspiration. I also don't like to spend too much on any single recipe, that's why I was thrilled to find that Dollar General had a lot to offer in the way of inexpensive ... continue reading...
PinChatLive: The Perfect Way to End an Online Event
***Disclaimer- PinChatLive events are addicting, I speak from first-hand experience. I have attended all events to date, and don't intend to stop!*** A few months ago, I discovered something new. It's called PinChatLive, and it combines two popular activities, Pinterest and YouTube, into one super fun event! I first heard about PinChatLive when my friend Christine, from Cook the Story, invited me to participate, along with ... continue reading...
Wednesday Whatsits #75
Hi Everyone! Welcome to Wednesday Whatsits. ______ I am so excited to be Julie's co-host! I can already tell we are going to have so much fun! Here's what I've been up to lately. 25 Easy Meals featuring awesome recipes from Back to School Week Spicy Peach Pork {Buttermilk} Oven Baked Chicken Strips Candied Bacon S'mores from Bacon Month Most Viewed Loaded Tater Tot Casserole from Love Bakes Good Cakes {Wednesday Whatsits} Candied Bacon Caramel ... continue reading...
Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake
A slow cooker chocolate cake is an easy recipe that everyone loves! Serve with my easy homemade whipped cream for the perfect dessert! This post contains affiliate links, which help compensate me to continue bringing you great recipes, projects, and tips at no extra cost to you. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. I love my slow cooker. Not only does it mean I can cook and bake without heating up the house in the summer, but it also frees up the oven for other food during ... continue reading...
Blueberry Lemon Sweet Rolls
Blueberry lemon sweet rolls are semi-homemade, making them quick and easy to make, without all the fuss. Fresh blueberries and real cream cheese make the perfect filling. Preparing meals that are quick and easy to make are a top priority for me, especially when it comes to breakfast. Honestly, you could say it's a top priority for any meal, really. I lead a busy life, so I don't usually have time for anything other than that. Eating a sweet first thing in the morning isn't the norm ... continue reading...
Create a Weekend Worthy Brunch
Thank you McCormick for sponsoring this post. Visit your local Wal-Mart to pick up McCormick Good Morning Breakfast for your family! Create a weekend worthy brunch any day of the week with these simple tips and this fabulous recipe for Apple Cinnamon French Toast. In the slow cooker, no less. When it comes to breakfast, I prefer brunch. A weekend worthy brunch, to be exact. What makes a brunch weekend worthy? I'm so glad you asked. How to Create a Weekend Worthy Brunch Invite ... continue reading...
Chimichurri Cream Cheese Spread
Chimichurri cream cheese spread has a delicious nutty roasted garlic flavor and is perfect for entertaining or a poolside picnic. Thank you Breton for sponsoring this post. Make everyday entertaining better with Breton! Guys, I'm always saying how I love super easy recipes and meals, because, hey, who wants to spend a bunch of time in the kitchen, right? This is especially true for me on weekends. In fact, the less cooking the better. When the weather is hot, I love two things. ... continue reading...
Low Carb Zucchini Noodle Alfredo
This low-carb Zucchini noodle Alfredo recipe is rich, creamy and totally cheesy. It's so good, you'll feel like you're cheating! This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of OXO. I received product in exchange for a review. The opinions and text are all mine. Going low-carb isn't always easy. We still have two kids living at home, and I often struggle with my food choices. While I know that low-carb is the best way for me to lose weight, I find myself not caring and ... continue reading...



















