Loaded Smoked Potato Salad

I bought the hubs a Traeger Smoker and he made these amazing “baked” potatoes on it and I started thinking how tasty those would be in a potato salad so for 4th of July I decided to give it a whirl and it was delicious! 3/4 cups light mayonnaise 3/4 cup fat free sour cream … Continue reading

Pineapple Chicken Quesadillas

This is a yummy and easy recipe for a summer dinner. 2 – 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 – 3 bell peppers, cored, seeded and slice (I used a red, an orange and a yellow) 1 red onion, thinly sliced salt and pepper 1 (16 oz) can pineapples tidbits, drained 1 (12.5 oz) can chicken … Continue reading

Easy Taco Melts

Here’s a quick and yummy spin on taco night for you. 1 pound ground beef 1 (1 oz) package taco seasoning 2/3 cup water 1/2 cup thick and chunky salsa 1 (8 count) refrigerated biscuits 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese toppings – sour cream, salsa, guacamole 1  Heat oven to 375.  … Continue reading

One Pot Lemon Basil Orzo and Vegetables

I didn’t even get any, there’s a tiny bit left over so maybe if I’m quick I could grab it for lunch, I guess it was good!! 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4″ slices 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped or pressed 8 oz (1 cup) uncooked orzo or rosamarina … Continue reading

One Pot Lemon Pepper Chicken Pasta

The good – fast, easy, delicious, one pot. The bad – gone too fast. 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 – 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped or pressed garlic 1 (32 oz) carton chicken … Continue reading

Tex – Mex Fried Rice

Apparently you can buy frozen cooked white rice at the grocery store and if that’s true then this would be a legit one pot meal. 1 pound lean ground beef 1 (1 oz) package taco seasoning mix 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup oil 1 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 can corn, drained … Continue reading

One Pot Taco Supper with Pasta

I seriously cannot get enough of these one pot meals.  They are delicious and easy and  fast to make not to mention, ONLY ONE POT TO WASH!  This one is especially delicious when served with tortilla chips. 1/2 pound ground beef or ground turkey 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix 2 1/4 cups water … Continue reading

Sausage Meatballs with Creamy Tomato Penne

A tasty one pot dinner to add to your to do list. 1 pound bulk mild Italian sausage 1/2 cup Italian style panko crispy breadcrumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped onions 1 egg 1 – 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cups chicken broth 1 (25.5 oz) jar tomato basil pasta sauce 3/4 cup whipping cream (you … Continue reading

Beef and Bean Crescent Burritos

Another delicious, easy and fast recipe from Pillsbury. 1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 3 tablespoons water 2 cans refrigerated crescent dough sheets or crescent rolls 1 cup (4 oz) shredded Cheddar cheese 1  Heat oven to 375.  In 10″ skillet, mix beef, … Continue reading