I am a sucker for a good soup. My two favorite soups of all time are Panera Bread’s Broccoli and Cheddar soup and McAlister’s Loaded Potato soup. They are so good. This creamy soup takes the number 3 spot! It’s a twist on our childhood tomato soup. Add some yummy, crisp, and cheesy grilled cheese,…
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In our home, we can pretty much make a burrito bowl out of anything. One of our favorite things to make it out of is pulled pork. Yummy and perfect for leftovers. Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds trimmed, boneless pork shoulder 1/2 cup brown rice 1/2 cup romaine lettuce, chopped 1/4 cup corn, cooked and drained (you can also…
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Sweet, savory, and mmm mmm good. This is an easy meal that’s waiting for your favorite sides. Try this recipe, and I’m sure the family is going to love it. Ingredients: Directions:
Want tacos without the extra calories? This Easy Taco Plate hits the spot every time. Quick, simple, and flavorful. Grab a fork and dig in. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey 1/4 cup tomato sauce 1/2 roma tomato, chopped 1/2 avocado, sliced 2 tbsp shredded cheese 1 tbsp green onion, sliced 1/2 tbsp…
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When it comes to losing weight, some people think working out is the hard part. In all actuality, changing your eating habit is much more challenging. That is where it starts. Meal prepping sets you up for success for the entire week when done properly. There is this misconception that meal prepping only consists of…
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You can’t go to P.F. Chang’s and not order pot-stickers as an appetizer. Did you check out my Copycat P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef recipe? This is the perfect appetizer to go with it. It takes a little work to prep, but trust me; it’s so worth it. Pot-sticker Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken 20 wonton…
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I love a good burger. I especially love a flavorful burger without feeling lethargic afterward. I started eating my burgers without buns about 5 years ago. By doing this, I took away the carbs. Without the bun, I was able to taste and enjoy all the ingredients even more. Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef 2…
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We’ve got a lot of requests for this one. We had a potluck at work and one of our Hawaiian co-workers brought in these delicious rib tips. I had never tasted anything like it, but I recognized some of the flavors. Of course, he wouldn’t give us “all” of the ingredients to his secret recipe,…
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I came up with this one on a busy morning. I was getting myself together, making sure the boys were ready for school, checking on the dogs, and my husband asked for a quick breakfast. Seriously Sir? As I internally screamed and externally smiled, I knew just what to make. Everything is in one bowl,…
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We don’t fry food in our house, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have crispy wings. Wings seem to go with everything. Whether it’s game-day, lunch, dinner, or something to hold you over until the main course, wings are a must-have. I love baking wings to crispy perfection. Add seasoning, sauce, or eat them plain.…
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Sometimes when I’m tired of the traditional bacon and eggs for breakfast, I switch it up and make a breakfast quesadilla. This one pictured has bacon, eggs, and cheese inside, but you can make them however you want. Ingredients: 2 flour tortillas 2 eggs, scrambled 1/2 cup shredded cheese desired meats and vegetables nonstick spray…
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When sweet meets spicy and protein meets healthy fats. This is a fresh, colorful meal that’s perfect for dinner. Ingredients: 8 oz salmon fillet 1/2 cup tomato, diced 1/2 cup pineapple, small cubes 1/4 cup red onion, diced 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped 1 jalapeno, sliced, seeds removed 1 lime, juiced salt and pepper to taste…
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