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Minestrone Soup (Crockpot)

July 11, 2017 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Minestrone Soup (Crockpot)

Before it cooked for 8 hours. After it cooked for 8 hours and was portioned out for me to eat! Learn more about my colored containers HERE! Minestrone Soup (Crockpot)   Print Cook time 8 hours Total time 8 hours   This is a warm comforting soup full of flavor! If your kids aren’t a…

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Orzo Salad

May 29, 2017 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Orzo Salad

  Orzo Salad   Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 25 mins   This simple yet delicious dish is great for a meal at home topped with some grilled chicken and a side of salad OR can be a great side dish to bring to a gathering. It can be…

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Taco Night Line Up

December 25, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Taco Night Line Up

Who doesn’t love some Taco Tuesday!? Here is a way to make tacos fun by changing it up a little each week and allowing the kids to build their own as well! You must put these on IN ORDER! There is a system at our house. HAHA! 1st – Homemade Flour Tortillas 2nd – Sour Cream…

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Herb-seasoned Turkey Patties

December 25, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Herb-seasoned Turkey Patties

I came across this Turkey Burger recipe in the book “Eating Your Way To Good Health” by Doug Kaufmann. Doug Kaufmann’s website is called Know the Cause. We have grilled it and also pan fried it (as the directions mention). They are always amazing with flavor!!!! The kids love them and so does the hubby! I like to…

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Chocolate covered Strawberry “Ice Cream”

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Chocolate covered Strawberry “Ice Cream”

Chocolate “Ice Cream” for breakfast in my house! The kids are loving it!! Tastes like a chocolate covered strawberry. What you need… 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 cup milk of your choice (I used coconut milk) 1 scoop Vegan Chocolate Shakeology Handful of Ice Blend and enjoy. It gets thick. You might have to add a…

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Quinoa Salad

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Quinoa Salad

I am dealing with figuring out an allergy to gluten, so I am avoiding grains right now. Quinoa is great since it is gluten free! 🙂 This is a quick side to put together. Enjoy!     Quinoa Salad   Print A great gluten free dish that tastes delicious warm or cold. Great for lunch leftovers or…

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Ginger Shrimp Stir-fry

September 16, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Ginger Shrimp Stir-fry

Thursdays are our throwback day using leftovers from the week. I find all the vegetables that need to be used and pair them up with a protein. My favorite is frozen shrimp. Super easy to thaw under running water and cook quickly for a fast delicious meal! I tripled this recipe for my family but…

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Homemade Pizza Dough

May 14, 2015 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Homemade Pizza Dough

Friday Pizza Night!! It is super easy to call up and have a pizza delivered but nothing tastes as good as homemade pizza dough with the love you put into creating your very own pizza with your family! The dough takes about an hour to make, so I make sure to make it earlier for…

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Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

November 30, 2014 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

This is my husbands FAVORITE meal!! When he has been away for work, this is his going away meal and his welcoming home meal. He likes to have my homemade macaroni and cheese along with it. It is important to prepare ahead of time with this dish, because you want the chicken to have time…

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