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Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

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One of my favorite restaurants is Olive Garden. I love everything they have including the soup and salad but it’s not in the budget to go there every day so I had to come up with my own recipe. This Olive Garden recipe is the Copycat version of their Minestrone Soup and it is delicious! I hope you like it too. Enjoy!

If you like soup recipes, check out our Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe, our Paula Deen’s Crock Pot Potato Soup Recipe, our Olive Garden CopyCat Chicken and Gnocchi Soup Recipe, our Crock Pot Creamy Tomato Soup and our Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup.

Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

INGREDIENTS:

3 tbsp Olive Oil
1 diced medium Onion
1 chopped small Zucchini
14 oz Italian Style Green Beans
1 diced stalk Celery
4 tsp minced Garlic
4 cup Vegetable Broth
30 ounce drained Red Kidney Beans
30 ounce drained Great Northern Beans
14 ounce can Diced Tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup Shredded Carrot
1/2 cup dry Red Wine (optional)
4 oz Tomato Paste
1 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Basil
1/4 tsp Thyme
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1 Bay Leaf
3 cup Hot Water
4 cups fresh Spinach
1 1/2 cup Shell Pasta
Salt and Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large stock pot.
Saute onion, celery, zucchini, and carrots until onions are clear.
Add garlic, green beans and tomato paste and stir.
Add the broth, red wine and hot water and stir well.
Add tomatoes, beans, and spices.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
Remove bay leaf.
Add spinach and pasta and cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

3 tbsp Olive Oil
1 diced medium Onion
1 chopped small Zucchini
14 oz Italian Style Green Beans
1 diced stalk Celery
4 tsp minced Garlic
4 cup Vegetable Broth
30 ounce drained Red Kidney Beans
30 ounce drained Great Northern Beans
14 ounce can Diced Tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup Shredded Carrot
1/2 cup dry Red Wine (optional)
4 oz Tomato Paste
1 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Basil
1/4 tsp Thyme
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1 Bay Leaf
3 cup Hot Water
4 cups fresh Spinach
1 1/2 cup Shell Pasta
Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large stock pot.
Saute onion, celery, zucchini, and carrots until onions are clear.
Add garlic, green beans and tomato paste and stir.
Add the broth, red wine and hot water and stir well.
Add tomatoes, beans, and spices.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
Remove bay leaf.
Add spinach and pasta and cook for an additional 30 minutes.

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Easy Roasted Vegetables

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Did you know that roasting vegetables actually enhances the flavors of each vegetable? If you have anyone in the household that doesn’t like the taste of vegetables then you will definitely want to try roasting them. You can also sprinkle some parmesan cheese on them for a little extra added flavor. I always season my veggies before roasting them too. Enjoy!

If you love healthy recipes, check out our, Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup, our Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup, our Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, our Crispy Easy Carrot Chips, our Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa and our Strawberry Banana Quinoa Breakfast!

Here’s how to roast your vegetables:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Drizzle olive oil on a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
Put your veggies (any type you like) on the pan in a single layer so they are not overlapping each other. I love roasting broccoli, zucchini, squash, bell pepper, mushrooms, butternut squash onions, etc.
Depending on how many vegetables are on the baking sheet, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper to taste. You can really try any of your favorite seasonings.
Mix the veggies so they are covered with your sauces and seasonings.
Bake for 15 minutes or until they are tender.

Spider Web Pizza Snacks

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Aren’t these pizzas super cute?! I love making these with the kids for a snack or quick and easy lunch. I bet you probably have most of everything you need in your pantry/fridge right now. You just need some string cheese, crackers, olives and some type of a sauce like pizza sauce or tomato sauce works too. 😉 Enjoy!

Spider Web Pizza Snacks

INGREDIENTS

Pizza Sauce
Round Crackers, Sandwich Slim Buns and/or Pita Breads
String Mozzarella Cheese
Black Olives

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 375.
If using slim buns, separate the halves.
Take your pizza bases (cracker, bun or pita) and cover with pizza sauce.
Take string cheese and open and pull into strings.
Take 4 strings and lay across the base like you would cut a pizza.
Cut more strings into smaller pieces to go across each “slice” of the pizza.
To make a spider, cut the ends off of 2 olives one slightly large than the other.
These 2 will be the head and body.
Cut 2 slices off of the already cut olive and cut those slices in half to make legs for the spider.
Place on spider on each pizza.
Place on cookie sheet and bake until cheese is melted (about 10 minutes).
You can optionally put eyes on the spider by dipping a toothpick in mustard and touching it to the head.

Jack O Lantern Orange Fruit Cups

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Here is a super cute and very easy to make Halloween treat! I love having the kiddos help out with this snack because it’s easy to do and they can make the whole thing themselves (which makes them want to eat it too!). Not only is this super cute and easy to make….it’s really healthy too! Enjoy!

Jack O Lantern Orange Fruit Cups

INGREDIENTS

3 Medium Navel Oranges
1 cup Mixed Fruit

DIRECTIONS

Slice off the tops of the oranges.
Using a spoon, scoop out the pulp of the oranges.
Cut out faces on each orange to resemble a Jack O Lantern.
Fill each orange with mixed fruit and serve.

20 Weight Watchers Meals

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Yummy! Below is a list of 20 Weight Watchers meals! Enjoy…

Pepperoni Pizza Muffins Recipe ~Mommy Enterprises
Beef Teriyaki and Vegetables ~A Family Feast
A New Pizza – No Sauce and a Light Crust ~Snack Girl
Bubble Up Enchilada Casserole ~Emily Bites
Sausage & Pepper Pasta ~Butter with a Side of Bread
Grilled Ribeyes with Chimichurri ~Slender Kitchen
The You-Don’t-Need-to-go-out-for-a-Great-Salad Salad ~Green Lite Bites
Sweet and Sour Shrimp Stir-Fry ~A Family Feast
Skinny Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry ~ Skinny Kitchen
Thai Crunch Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing ~Dashing Dish
Sesame Chicken ~Slender Kitchen
Weight Watchers Homemade Chicken Fajitas ~Healthy Mom on the Run
Weight Watchers Mexican Chicken Chili ~3 Boys and a Dog
Weight Watchers BBQ Cheese Meatloaf ~Healthy Mom on the Run
DIY Waffle Taco ~ Snack Girl
Oven Baked Skinny Shredded Barbeque Chicken Sandwiches ~ Skinny Kitchen
Clean Eating Taco Burgers ~Dashing Dish
Cheeseburger Hash Brown Cups ~Emily Bites
A 100 Calorie Pizza That Will Rock Your Sox ~Snack Girl
Vidalia Onion Bake ~Dine and Dish

Crispy Easy Carrot Chips

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Crispy Carrot Chips

Potato chips are a super popular snack food around the world. However, it can be extremely hard to find a crunchy, healthy alternative for regular store-bought potato chips. Usually, you can find something that tastes similar but you end up having to sacrifice texture. Well, the good news is there is a healthy, easy to make alternative to regular potato chips and they can be eaten guilt free and made in your own home! Check out the recipe below to make your own crunchy carrot chips:

Ingredients Needed:

Carrot(s)
Olive Oil
Salt

Instructions:

Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees and prep your baking sheet. Either line the sheet with parchment paper or use a light cooking spray.
Next, slice all your carrots into rounds keeping them relatively the same size. Once sliced combine carrots, salt and just enough olive oil to lightly coat the chips. Toss all ingredients to make sure every piece is evenly coated.
Lay on the baking sheet making sure to leave a little room between each chip. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until crispy and brown. Keep a close eye as they can overcook easily.
Once finished cooking, let them slightly cool and serve with your favorite dip or sauce!

Pumpkin Shaped Nacho Cheese Ball

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Have you ever seen a Pumpkin shaped cheese ball?! If you’ve been around here long then you know I love cheese balls for most occasions. They can be very simple to make and taste delicious. This recipes calls for Doritos (yum!) or you could use your favorite cheesy chip but I definitely think these are the best. Enjoy…

Pumpkin Shaped Nacho Cheese Ball

Ingredients:

8 oz softened Cream Cheese
2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1/4 cup Salsa
1/2 tsp Cumin
2 cup Nacho Cheese Chips, crushed

Directions:

Combine cream cheese, cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin and salsa. Mix until smooth and blended.
Form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Roll ball in the crushed nacho chips.
Optionally, place bell pepper stem on top and score sides to look like pumpkin.

Pumpkin Shaped Nacho Cheese Ball

Ingredients

8 oz softened Cream Cheese
2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1/4 cup Salsa
1/2 tsp Cumin
2 cup Nacho Cheese Chips, crushed

Instructions

Combine cream cheese, cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin and salsa. Mix until smooth and blended.
Form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Roll ball in the crushed nacho chips.
Optionally, place bell pepper stem on top and score sides to look like pumpkin.

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Witch’s Broom Snacks

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Here is an awesome recipe you can make with your kids and it’s super easy to make. Just grab some cheese and pretzels and you’re ready to go. I like to make these for snacks during the month of October. The kids are much more prone to eating them and it’s a healthy snack for them. Enjoy…

Witch’s Broom Snacks

Ingredients:

3 String Cheese Sticks
9 Pretzel Sticks
Fresh Chives

Directions:

Cut each cheese stick in thirds (about 1 1/2″ each).
Lengthwise, make cuts around the stick to about half way up.
Insert a pretzel stick in the uncut end of the cheese.
Wrap and tie with a chive and cut off excess.

Witch's Broom Snacks

Ingredients

3 String Cheese Sticks
9 Pretzel Sticks
Fresh Chives

Instructions

Cut each cheese stick in thirds (about 1 1/2" each).
Lengthwise, make cuts around the stick to about half way up.
Insert a pretzel stick in the uncut end of the cheese.
Wrap and tie with a chive and cut off excess.

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Cheesy Mummy Hot Dogs

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These mummy dogs are not only really cute, but they taste totally delicious too! These dogs have cheese and biscuits which make them taste different than the typical hot dog snack. These are perfect for a Halloween party or just a fun snack for the kids. I love making these around Halloween but they are really cute to make all year long. Enjoy…

Cheesy Mummy Hot Dogs

Ingredients:

1 can Crescent Roll Dough
2 American Cheese slices
8 Hot Dogs
16 Candy Eyes
Cooking spray

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375.
Cut each cheese slice into 4 strips.
Unroll dough and separate into 4 rectangles (crimp diagonal cuts in each one together).
Cut each rectangle lengthwise into 1/2″ strips and join 2 together to form one long “bandage”.
10 pieces, making a total of 40 pieces of dough. Slice cheese slices into quarters (1/2 slice cheese, cut in half).
Wrap “bandage” of dough around each hot dog and 1/4 slice of cheese.
Make sure to leave a gap for face.
Place wrapped hot dogs (cheese side down) on non stick cookie sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Bake 15 minutes or until dough is lightly brown.
Place a small piece of cheese where eyes go and place in oven to melt slightly.
Place 2 eyes on each mummy.

Cheesy Mummy Hot Dogs

Ingredients

1 can Crescent Roll Dough
2 American Cheese slices
8 Hot Dogs
16 Candy Eyes
Cooking spray

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375.
Cut each cheese slice into 4 strips.
Unroll dough and separate into 4 rectangles (crimp diagonal cuts in each one together).
Cut each rectangle lengthwise into 1/2" strips and join 2 together to form one long "bandage".
10 pieces, making a total of 40 pieces of dough. Slice cheese slices into quarters (1/2 slice cheese, cut in half).
Wrap "bandage" of dough around each hot dog and 1/4 slice of cheese.
Make sure to leave a gap for face.
Place wrapped hot dogs (cheese side down) on non stick cookie sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Bake 15 minutes or until dough is lightly brown.
Place a small piece of cheese where eyes go and place in oven to melt slightly.
Place 2 eyes on each mummy.

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Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa

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Here is a delicious recipe that is super easy to make. This copycat Chipotle Barbacoa is full of flavor and is make in the crock pot which makes your life even easier! I love using this meat on tacos (we usually fry up some white corn tortillas) and add a little sour cream and veggies. Enjoy!

Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa

Ingredients:

4 lb Chuck Roast trimmed of excess fat)
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
3 Bay Leaves
º cup Apple Cider Vinegar
4 tsp Minced Garlic
4 tsp Cumin
3 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Ground Cloves
1 tsp Kosher Salt
4 Chipotle Peppers (from canned Chipotles in Adobo Sauce)
1 tbsp Adobo Sauce (from canned Chipotles in Adobo Sauce)
1 cup Chicken Broth
1/4 cup Lime Juice

Directions:

To make the sauce combine vinegar, lime juice, chipotles, adobo sauce, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt and cloves in a blender or processor on high speed until smooth.
Insure all excess fat is trimmed off and cut into 6-8 pieces.
Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium high heat.
Sear all sides of the meat to get a nice crust.
Place meat in slow cooker.
Cover with with sauce.
Pour in broth and add bay leaves.
Cover and cook 5 hours on high (or 8 hours on low).
Remove the bay leaves.
While still in the slow cooker, shred the meat with two forks and turn the heat to low and allow to cook for 1 more hour.

Copycat KFC Chicken Pot Pie

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One of my favorite comfort foods is a creamy, hearty soup. This pot pie is a copycat recipe from KFC that seriously tastes very similar and in my opinion, even a little BETTER! This recipe doesn’t require a lot of ingredients and is full of flavor. Seriously, you need to make this, it is SO delicious! Enjoy..

Copycat KFC Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients:

6 5-6″ Foil Pot Pie Tins
1 Rotisserie Chicken or Fried Chicken
2 sheet Puff Pastry Dough
4-5 Potatoes
4-5 Carrots
2 cup Frozen Peas
2 can Cream of Chicken Soup
15 oz Milk
1 tsp Sugar
Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Directions:

Pick meat from bones and cut into bite size pieces.
Peel and cut potatoes into 1/2″ cubes
Peel and slice carrots into 1/4″ slices.
Remove pastry from box and thaw at room temperature.
Boil potatoes and carrots in water until almost tender.
Drain liquid, add frozen peas and set aside.
In a large pot, add soup, milk, and sugar. Mix well and simmer.
Preheat oven to 400.
Add chicken and vegetables to the sauce and simmer until warm, stirring frequently.
Spoon mixture into each pie tin, Do not over fill.
Cut pastry into 6″ circles and then roll slightly to make sure crust will overlap rim.
Moisten edges of pastry and cover each tin pressing edges to the rim.
Bake at 400 18 minutes.

Copycat McDonald’s Big Mac

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Sometimes it’s fun to go out to eat at fast food places like McDonald’s…but, then again, the food isn’t the healthiest for you. That’s why I love this homemade, copycat Big Mac! I know what I’m putting in it and know that it’s healthier for me then the real thing…plus, I think it tastes better. 😉 Enjoy..

Copycat McDonald’s Big Mac

Ingredients:

Special Sauce:

1/4 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup Mayonnaise
2 heaping tbsp French salad dressing (like Wishbone Deluxe)
1/2 tbsp Sweet Relish
2 heaping tsp Dill Pickle Relish
1 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Dried Minced Onion
1 tsp White Vinegar
1 tsp Ketchup
1/8 tsp Salt

Burgers:

2 thin 2 oz Patties
1 Sesame Seed Buns
1 additional Bun Bottoms
1 slices American Cheese
1 tbsp Special Sauce
1 tsp finely diced Onion
1/2 cup chopped Lettuce
2 Dill Pickle slices
dash of Salt
dash of Pepper

Directions:

Mix special sauce ingredients until well blended in a microwave safe container.
Microwave 25 seconds.
Mix well again.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before using.
cut browned side of extra bun half away, leaving piece to use as middle.
Lightly toast buns on pan or griddle and set aside.
Cook patties in hot pan 1-2 minutes each side lightly salting and peppering.
On bottom bun, add 1/2 tbsp Special Sauce, 1/2 tsp dice onion, 1/4 cup lettuce, slice of American cheese and 1 patty.
On the middle bun, add 1/2 tbsp Special Sauce, 1/2 tsp dice onion, pickles, 1/4 cup lettuce and 1 patty.
Place the middle bun section on top of the bottom bun section and top with the top bun.

Mini Meatloaf Cupcakes

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These meatloaf cupcakes are fun little snack to munch on. These also make perfect little appetizers or finger sized food for the kiddos! I like making these when the family gets tired of the same old recipes all the time. Enjoy and let the kiddos help you with this one.

Mini Meatloaf Cupcakes

Ingredients:

1 lb Ground Beef
1 Egg
3/4 cup Milk
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup Quick Oats
1 tsp Salt
2 tsp Garlic Powder
2 tsp Onion Powder
2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1/4 cup crushed Club Crackers
2/3 cup Ketchup
1/4 cup Brown Sugar
2 tsp Mustard
2 cup Mashed Potatoes

Directions:

Preheat Oven to 350.
Place mashed potatoes in a zipperd bag or piping bag and set aside for later.
Combine Ketchup Mustard and brown sugar and mix well. Set aside.
Combine remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly.
Press this mixture into muffin pan.
Spread top of each with the ketchup mixture.
Bake for 30-45 minutes.
Allow to sit for 5 minutes, remove from muffin pan and pipe on a mashed potato “frosting”.

Copycat Panda Express Sweetfire Chicken

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I love trying new things at Panda Express and I always love when they come with veggies like peppers, onions, etc. I fell in love when I tried the sweetfire chicken…seriously, it’s good! If you like sweet chicken but not super sweet, then you will love this recipe. I love the pineapple in it too. Enjoy this yummy dinner…

Copycat Panda Express Sweetfire Chicken

Ingredients:

CHICKEN:

1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
3/4 cup Flour
1 cup Corn Starch
2 Eggs, beaten

SAUCE:

1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 Red Bell Pepper
1/2 Onion
1 1/2 cup Pineapple Chunks
1/2 cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
2 Green Onions

Directions:

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Cut chicken into roughly 1″ chunks.
Take each piece of chicken and coat in flour (shaking off excess), dip in egg and then coat in corn starch (pressing to coat).
Cook chicken in skillet, several pieces at a time until golden and crispy (about 2 minutes per side).
Drain on paper towels.
Remove top and seeds and cut red pepper into roughly 1″ pieces.
Cut onion into roughly 1″ pieces.
Drain pineapple chunks.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
Cook pepper, onion and pineapple, stirring occasionally, until tender.
Add in chicken and chili sauce until well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
If sauce doesn’t appear thick enough, make a slurry of 2 tablespoons of corn starch and 2 tablespoons of water and add to skillet and continue stirring.
Garnish with sliced green onions.

7 Layer Dip Cups

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These dip cups are great for parties! I hate double dipping and can’t stand eating out of a huge dip bowl that’s been double dipped who knows how many times. 😉 With that being said, I love making and dipping out of these homemade 7 layer dip cups. Enjoy!

Bye Bye double-dipping! 😉

7 Layer Dip Cups

(Yield about 6 individual cups)

Ingredients:

16 oz Refried Beans
1 package Taco Seasoning
1 cup Guacamole
8 oz Sour Cream
1 cup Chunky Salsa
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup diced Tomatoes
1/4 cup slice Green Onions
1/4 cup sliced Olives

Directions:

Add taco seasoning to refried beans and mix well.
Drain some of the moisture from the salsa so that it doesn’t seep down into lower layers.
Layer ingredients into each cup being careful not to smear on the sides.
Gently push down each ingredient to clean any empty spaces.
Layer about 2 tablespoons of each into the cups:
Bean mixture
Guacamole
Sour Cream
Salsa
Cheese
Divide tomatoes evenly across cups.
Top each with green onions and olives.
Serve with Tortilla Chips.

Crock Pot Beans with Ground Beef

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These crock pot bakes beans with meat are my favorite side dish to make. These are FULL of flavor and I promise, they will be the best beans you’ve ever tried. 😉 There’s meat, peppers, onion, bacon, brown sugar, beans and more…told you it’s good. 😉 Enjoy and be sure to PIN this recipe, you’ll definitely want to make it again.

Crock Pot Beans with Ground Beef

Ingredients:

1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb Bacon
1 chopped medium Onion
1 chopped Bell Pepper (any color)
4 medium can Pork and Beans (approx 60 oz total)
3/4 cup Brown Sugar
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
2 tbsp Mustard
2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
3/4 cup Ketchup
1 cup Barbecue Sauce

Directions:

Brown ground beef with onion and pepper.
Drain ground beef mixture and add to crock pot.
Add remaining ingredients except bacon and stir to mix well.
Cut bacon strips into quarters and fry until fat is rendered out and bacon is slightly browned.
Add bacon pieces to top of crock pot.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours.

Copycat Chipotle Mild Tomato Salsa (Pico de Gallo)

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I love making simple salsas that don’t require a lot of ingredients. They more simple the salsa, the fresher is tastes. This copycat Chipotle salsa recipe doesn’t require many ingredients and tasted delicious. Enjoy…

Copycat Chipotle Mild Tomato Salsa (Pico de Gallo)

Ingredients:

3-4 Tomatoes, diced
1/2 Red Onion, diced
1/4 Jalapeno, diced
5-7 stems of Cilantro
Juice of 1 Lime
1/4 tsp Kosher Salt

Directions:

Remove leaves from the cilantro stems and discard stems.
Chop up cilantro leaves.
Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to marry.

Crock Pot Copycat Chipotle Carnitas

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One of my favorite “fast food” restaurants is Chipotle and if you’ve never been there, I highly recommend it. This copycat recipe is for their Carnitas and guess what else…it’s made in the crock pot! Super easy and tastes delicious. We love to eat this meat with corn tortillas or in burritos with some rice and beans. Enjoy!

Crock Pot Copycat Chipotle Carnitas

Ingredients:

Whole Pork Shoulder or Pork Butt
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
1 Onion chopped
2 cans of Rotel Tomatoes & Chiles
2 tbsp Minced Garlic
1/2 tsp Oregano
1/4 tsp Ground Cloves
2 tsp dried Chipotle Pepper
1 tsp Cumin
1 cup Beef Broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves

Directions:

Heat oil in large pan and brown pork on all sides.
Place pork in slow cooker and add remaining ingredients on top of pork.
Cook on low 8-10 hours.
Remove pork and shred (remove if it was not boneless).
Remove bay leaves.
Drain about half of the liquid.
Add shredded pork back to juices in the crock pot.

25 Decadently Cheesy Recipes

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From time to time, it seems like most people just get the hankering for something decadently cheesy! It can be hard to decide what to indulge on when you set your heart on something cheesy, but these recipes give you so much to decide from whether it’s an appetizer, a snack, or a full blown cheesy dinner!

1. Tomato Basil Queso Cheese Dip
2. Cheesy Chicken and Green Chile Lasagna
3. Cheesy Stuffed Mexican Shells
4. Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
5. Cheesy Cauliflower Grautin
6. Cheesy Margherita Pizza Hummus
7. Cheesy Pull Apart Bread
8. Gluten Free Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese
9. Cheesy Crockpot Tortellini
10. Cheesy Chicken Penne
11. Cheesy Italian Grilled Zucchini Boats
12. Three Cheese Crock Pot Mac and Cheese
13. Cheesy Tex Mex Cauliflower
14. Cheesy Jalapeno Corn Dip
15. Buttery Cheesy Garlic Bread
16. Bacon and Pea Macaroni and Cheese
17. Jalapeno and Chicken Stuffed Zucchini
18. Loaded Potato Casserole
19. Cheesy Mozzarella Cauliflower Casserole
20. Buffalo Cheeseburger Macaroni
21. Cheesy Eggplant Flautas
22. Crockpot Cheesy Abodo Chicken
23. Cheesy Broccoli Crostini
24. Pepperoni Pizza Stuffed Waffles
25. Cheesy Lasagna Meatball Skillet

Oven Dried Apple Chips

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It’s almost Fall and you know what that means! Bring out the pumpkins, apples and yummy comfort snacks! These Apple Chips are super yummy and extremely easy to make. Plus, you only have to use the oven and not a dehydrator so it makes life a little easier and cleaner. 😉 Enjoy this delicious treat…P.S. – You can get the Apple Corer here on Amazon (it’s the same one I have and love!).

Oven Dried Apple Chips

Ingredients:

2 Granny Smith Apples
1 tbsp Sugar
1 tsp Cinnamon
Apple corer (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 240.
Core each apple and slice thin.
Mix cinnamon and sugar together and sprinkle over slices.
Place slices on metal baking sheet and bake for 2 hours or until edges curl and chips are dry.
Transfer to wire rack to cool and completely dry.

Summer BBQ Recipe Ideas

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I absolutely LOVE Summer BBQ’s but making chicken and steak every time can get a little old. Check out the list below on new ways to spice up your BBQ food and grill something a little different. These are some of my favorite recipes for the BBQ. Enjoy!

Summer BBQ Recipe Ideas

Grilled Chipotle and Cilantro Burgers ~Lori’s Culinary Creations
Best Ever BBQ Baby Back Ribs ~Mom Endeavors
Chile Lime Chicken on the Grill ~Amanda’s Cookin’
Luther’s BBQ Sauce ~CopyKat
Rosemary & Balsamic Grilled Pork Chops with Blaze Balsamic Fix Glaze ~See Mom Click
Grilled Zucchini with Couscous, Spinach, and Cheese ~D’s Books and Cooks
Marinated Grilled Pork Chops ~Love to Be in the Kitchen
Summer Avocado Salad ~Simply {Darr}ling
Hasselback Potatoes ~A Virtuous Woman
Burger with Bacon Onion Jam ~D’s Books and Cooks
L is for Lemonade ~A Virtuous Woman
Grilled Fruit Kabobs ~Just Us Four

Mini Shepherd’s Pie

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I love this next recipe because it is perfect for parties, appetizers, kid’s lunches or just a fun dinner! You can easily make these mini shepherd’s pie bites in a cupcake pan. Plus, you can have the little ones help out and make their own. 😉 Enjoy..

Mini Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients

1 can Biscuits (10-12 ct)
1 lb Ground Beef
1/2 Onion, minced
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Black Pepper
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
2 tbsp Flour
3/4 cup Beef Stock
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 cup frozen Peas and Carrots
1 tsp Dried Parsley Flakes
1 1/2 cups Mashed Potatoes

Directions:

Preheat oven to 425.
Spray a muffin pan with non-stick spray.
Flatten and mold biscuits into each muffin cup.
Bake 6-8 minutes, until light golden. If biscuits have risen too much to hold meat, press downsides and bottom while still warm.
Brown ground beef in a large skillet and drain.
Stir in the onions, salt, pepper and garlic and allow to cook together for a couple of minutes.
Add flour to the mixture and stir until blended to a paste.
Add beef stock, worcestershire and vegetables. Mix well
Heat mashed potatoes in a microwave for 5 to 6 minutes stirring halfway through.
Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of meat mixture into each biscuit shell.
Then top with equal amount mashed potatoes.
Sprinkle the top with dried parsly flakes. Place in oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before removing individual pies.

18 AMAZING and SIMPLE Tin Foil Camping Recipes for your Camping Trip!

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I love, love, love camping but sometimes it can get expensive and time consuming coming up with ideas on what to eat….That’s why I thought I would share this next list with you that I absolutely love!! Here are 18 AMAZING and SIMPLE Tin Foil Camping Recipes for your camping trip! Don’t forget to check out my Campfire Potatoes Recipe HERE too!

Beach Theme Ham and Cheese Bento Kids Lunch Idea

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It can be so time consuming to come up with a creative and healthy meal for the kiddos lunch. So, I’ve come up with a ton of different lunchbox ideas for healthy and tasty little treats that your little ones will have a blast eating at school. Enjoy.. See MORE KIDS LUNCH Ideas Here!

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Beach Themed Ham & Cheese Bento Kids Lunch

Ingredients:

2 slices Honey Ham
2 slices Cheddar Cheese
1 Pretzel Roll (or Hoagie Roll)
1 Boiled Egg
1 Raisin
1/4 cup Goldfish Crackers
Leaf Lettuce
1/2 Orange sliced
Blue Jell-O
1 Swedish Fish Candy
1 Lowfat Milk Carton

Directions:

Prepare Jell-O according to directions and pour in serving size containers and allow to nearly set.
Add one swedish fish to each Jell-O container.
Take Roll and notch out each side and the rear to create fish shape. If your bento is small, split roll in half first to make 2 fish.
Notch out mouth and romove a small cirlce to create an eye.
Place raisin in the eye.
Split roll and add ham and cheese.
Place lettuce into box to support fish.
Place remaining ingredients into cups and place in Bento Box.

DIY Microwave Popcorn

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I love making homemade popcorn…it’s so much tastier and fresher than bags of popcorn! Plus, you really don’t need that many ingredients and it makes for a quick and tasty late night snack. You can also have the little ones help out making it. 😉

DIY Microwave Popcorn

Ingredients:

1/3 cup Popcorn Kernels
3 tbsp Butter
1 Brown Lunch Bag
Salt to taste

Directions:

Place ingredients in bag.
Fold top over and place on side in microwave.
Cook times vary by microwave, mine took 2 minutes.

Shredded Chicken Sandwiches (with a Secret Ingredient)

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I love making Chicken sandwiches throughout the summer and this one has a special and secret ingredient. It’s….mushroom soup! Crazy right? The soup makes it moist and full of flavor. Plus, it’s a little bit healthier than using tons of mayo. 😉 Enjoy this yummy lunch or dinner sandwich.

Shredded Chicken Sandwiches (with a Secret Ingredient)

Ingredients:

3/4 lb Shredded Chicken
1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup
1/4 tsp Poultry Seasoning
16 Club Crackers
1/2 cup Water

What to do:

Crush crackers into a medium saucepan.
Add all remaining ingredients and stir to mix well.
Heat over low heat until fully warmed, stirring frequently.
Serve on buns.

Jalapeno Jack Burger with Picante Mayonnaise

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Talk about a delicious sauce for your burgers…this Picante Mayonnaise is one of my favorite dressing for burgers because it adds a pop of flavor! These burgers are perfect for Summer and BBQing. Enjoy!

Jalapeno Jack Burger with Picante Mayonnaise

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lb Ground Chuck
1/4 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Chili Powder
1/4 tsp Kosher Salt
1/4 tsp fresh Ground Pepper
Worcestershire Sauce
4 slices Pepper Jack Cheese
4 large Hamburger Buns
1/2 cup Miracle Whip or Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Picante Sauce
Jalapeno Slices (to taste)
sliced Red Onion (optional)
sliced Tomato (optional)
Iceberg Lettuce (optional)

Directions:

Divide meat into 4 6 oz burgers patties.
Mix together onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper.
Sprinkle seasoning mix on both sides of each patty.
Mix mayonnaise and picante sauce in a small bowl until well blended. Set aside.
Place on skillet and heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes (until lightly charred).
Flip and cook other side for about 5 minutes.
Place one slice of cheese on each burger and cover skillet until cheese melts.
Apply a think layer of picante mayonnaise to both sides of bun.
Dress bun with lettuce, tomato and onion (as desired).
Place patty on bottom bun and toppings.
Top patty with jalapeno slices.
Top with bun.

Watermelon Salsa

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I love a good Salsa recipe and I also love to mix it up. Bet you’ve never heard of Watermelon salsa. 😉 This Watermelon Salsa is juicy and savory with a hint of sweet flavor. This can also be eaten as a salsa. on a warn summer day! Enjoy…

Watermelon Salsa

Ingredients:

2 cup diced Watermelon
1 cup diced Red Onion
1 cup diced Cucumber
1 cup diced Tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped Cilantro
1/4 cup minced Jalapeno
2 tbsp Lime Juice
Kosher Salt (to taste)
Fresh Ground Pepper (to taste)

Directions:

Place ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Allow to set in refrigerator at least 1 hour for flavors to come together.

Crock Pot French Dip

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I love making these french dip sandwiches in the crock pot. They are so easy to make and turn out delicious. You can make these for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. Enjoy…

Crock Pot French Dip

Ingredients:

4 lb Beef Roast
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
1 small Onion quartered
1 tbsp Rosemary
3 Bay Leaves
1 cup Soy Sauce
6 cup Water
8 Sub Rolls
Bell Peppers (optional)
Onions (optional)
Cheese (optional)

Directions:

Place roast in slow cooker.
Place rosemary in bay leaves in a piece of cheesecloth and gather it up and tie with twine/string.
Add remaining ingredients.
Cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.
Remove bay leaves and rosemary and discard.
Remove and shred beef.
Strain juices to serve as Au Jus.
Return everything to crock pot on warm and serve.
If you like, you can sautee onions and peppers and add cheese to the sandwiches.

Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

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I love chicken noodle soup all year long! Let me just say, homemade soup is so much better than store bought but sometimes it can take a lot of time to make se we tend to buy it more than make it. But, this next recipe is actually very easy since you basically just throw everything in the crock pot (except the noodles). Enjoy…

Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients:

2 1/2 lb Chicken cubed
1 Onion chopped
3/4 lb Carrots chopped
6 stalks of Celery chopped
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
1 1/2 quart Chicken Broth
1 1/2 quart Water
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Chicken Base (optional)
2 tsp Pepper
1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
1 Bay Leaf
1 12 oz bag Egg Noodles

Directions:

Add all items except egg noodles into the slow cooker.
Cook on low for 8 hours.
Remove bay leaf and add egg noodles.
Cook on low for 45 minutes or until noodles are tender.

Strawberry Mango Salsa

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Talk about a fresh and tasty salad/salsa. I mean seriously, just look at the image of the ingredients below…this salsa is made with fresh ingredients and full of flavor. I also love that this can be eaten as a Salad too. It’s not too sweet but just the right amount of sweet flavor. Enjoy this healthy and yummy salad or salsa.

Strawberry Mango Salsa

Ingredients:

1 pint Strawberries
1 large Mango
1/2 cup chopped Cilantro
1/4 minced Red Onion
1 Jalapeno, minced
Juice of 2 Limes
1 tbsp Honey

Directions:

Finely dice strawberries and mango.
Place ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Copycat Applebee’s Clubhouse Grille Sandwich

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I love making sandwiches for lunch and dinner (or even a quick snack) but this sandwich is so much more than a sandwich. It’s like a grilled cheese mixed with meat and BBQ sauce, mayo and more. There are a ton of different flavors that all combine perfectly. Enjoy…

Copycat Applebee’s Clubhouse Grille Sandwich

Ingredients:

2 slices Texas Toast or thick sliced Bread
1 tbsp softened Butter
2 tsp Mayonnaise
1 slice Cheddar Cheese
1 slice Jack Cheese
3 slices Deli Sliced Ham
3 slices Deli Sliced Turkey Breast
2 slices crispy Thick Applewood Bacon
2 thin slices Tomato
2 tsp Honey Barbecue Sauce
Shredded Lettuce

Directions:

Butter 1 side of each slice of bread and place butter sides down in skillet.
Cook until golden brown.
Move to plate.
Stack ham slices, then turkey slices, then cheese slices in skillet over low until cheese melts.
Place one piece of bread toasted side down.
Spread barbecue sauce on other side.
Transfer meat and cheeses from skillet on top of barbecue sauce.
Add bacon slices on top.
Top with tomato slices and shredded lettuce.
Take other slice of toast and spread mayonnaise on unbuttered side and place mayonnaise toward lettuce on top.
Slice diagonally and serve.

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

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Have you ever looked at the ingredients on chicken nuggets from the store? If not, you may be shocked at what’s in them…not a lot of nutrients and lot of stuff you can’t pronounce. I like to make my own chicken nuggets from and these are not only delicious, but a lot healthier for you and your kiddos. Enjoy…

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients:

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
2 cups crushed corn flakes
1 1/2 tablespoons ranch dressing mix (dry)
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 cube butter

Directions:

Cut your chicken into one or one and a half inch cubes.
Melt the cube of butter and put cubed chicken into the butter.
In another bowl combine the crushed corn flakes, ranch dressing mix (dry) and parmesan cheese.
Take the chicken cubes out of the butter and roll them into the corn flake mixture and set them on a baking sheet. Leave a little bit of room between the chicken for even cooking.
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 16-18 minutes till chicken is cooked (cook to 170 degrees). Enjoy!

Quinoa Chili

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I love making Chili and this next recipe is a very healthy, yet tasty Chili recipe. It’s made with quinoa which is a healthy sorta version of pasta or rice. Please note, a lot of the ingredients below are seasonings, feel free to use whatever seasonings you want and omit some if you don’t already have them. 😉 Enjoy…

Quinoa Chili

Ingredients:

1 large Onion, chopped
2 tbsp MInced Garlic
28 oz can Diced Tomatoes and Chiles
1 can Tomato Paste
2 cups Chicken Broth (or water for vegetarian)
2 cup Cooked Quinoa
1 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
2 tbsp Chili Powder
2 tsp Cumin
1 tsp Cocoa Powder
1 tsp Paprika
1 tsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
2 tsp Salt
2 (15 oz) can Kidney Beans drained
1 (15 oz) can Black Beans drained
12 oz Frozen Corn
1/4 cup chopped Cilantro
2 tbsp Lime Juice

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Saute onion until tender.
Add all remaining ingredients except beans, corn, cilantro and lime juice.
Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add in remaining ingredients and cook 10 more minutes.
Serve with optional toppings and sides (cheddar, sour cream, green onions, avocados, etc.).

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls & Cinnamon Butter

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I am so excited to share this next recipe with all of you! One of my favorite restaurants EVER is Taxes Roadhouse….and you want to know why?! Well, the ROLLS and cinnamon butter of course. 😉 With that being said, here is a recipe for these yummy rolls and cinnamon butter and let me just tell you, if you haven’t ever had these, MAKE THEM! Be sure to make a lot too and eat them warm. Enjoy…

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls & Butter
Makes 24 rolls

Ingredients:

Rolls:

2 1/4 tsp Yeast (or 1 packet)
1 1/4 cup Milk
1/4 cup Honey
4 tbsp melted Butter
1 large Egg
1 tsp Kosher Salt
4 cups Flour

Cinnamon Honey Butter:

1 sticks Butter (at room temperature)
1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
1/2 cup Honey
1 tsp Cinnamon

Directions:

Scald milk by boiling and then allow to cool to warm temperature.
Add yeast, honey and milk to bowl and mix. Let it sit for at least 5 minutes (allow yeast to bloom).
Put yeast mixture, 3 tablespoons melted butter, egg and 2 cups of flour into bowl of stand mixer.
Mix on low using the bread hook until smooth.
Keep slowly adding flour until dough comes together.
Add salt and allow to mixer to knead for 8 minutes.
Flour work surface and turn out dough and knead for a few more minutes.
Spray bowl with cooking spray and place dough in bowl.
Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
Spray 2 cookie sheets with cooking spray.
Punch dough down and turn out onto a floured work surface.
Roll dough into a rectangle, about 1/2” thick.
Fold over and gently roll to seal together.
Cut into 24 squares and place on prepared sheets about an inch apart.
Cover and let rise until almost doubled in size (about 40 minutes).
Preheat oven to 350°.
Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Brush with remaining melted butter.
Whip all ingredients for honey butter together until smooth.

Bacon Mac and Cheese

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Yummy! This homemade bacon mac and cheese is one of my favorite dinners! It is seriously full of flavor and quite easy to make considering it’s completely homemade. This is also really good to take to potluck and will surely impress your guests and kiddos. Enjoy….

Bacon Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

4 cups dry pasta
4 strips bacon
1 cup diced onion
2 gloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
2 cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons ground mustard
8oz cheddar cheese, grated
8oz gruyere cheese, grated
Salt and Pepper to taste

Topping:

1 cup cracker crumbs
½ cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 tablespoon butter, melted
Reserved bacon pieces

Directions:

Bring a pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Prepare the pasta according to the directions on the package.

In a large skillet, fry the bacon until crisp. Remove to a plate lined with a paper towel and set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease and cook the onions on low until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

In a large saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour over medium heat. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly. Add in the milk and cream and ground mustard and stir until the mixture is very thick. Reduce the heat to low and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Fold in the pasta until it is all covered with the cheese sauce.

Butter a large baking dish and pour the pasta into the dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the pasta. Top with the cracker crumbs, then drizzle with the melted butter. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Chop the reserved bacon and sprinkle over the top before serving.

Copycat Chipotle Lime Rice

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I absolutely love Chiptole and I really love their Cilantro lime rice. I love how fresh and healthy it is and it’s extremely easy to make. If you’ve never had it then I highly recommend making some for yourself. This is really tasty with almost any meal. Enjoy…

Copycat Chipotle Lime Rice

Ingredients:

1 cup Basmati Rice
2 cup Water
1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
1 Bay Leaf
2 tsp finely chopped Cilantro
2 tbsp of Lime Juice
1/2 tsp Kosher Salt

Directions:

Rinse rice until water runs clear.
Sautee rice in oil for 3 minutes over medium heat.
Add bay leaf and water and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Turn off heat and let rice sit covered for 15 minutes.
Mix salt and lime juice until salt is dissolved.
Remove bay leaf from rice.
Spread juice mixture and cilantro over rice and fluff with fork to distribute.

6-Ingredient Cheesy Potato Soup

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Other than chili, I don’t know if I can think of a soup more popular these days than potato. And like chili, there are a number of different versions of potato soup. This version has quickly become my family’s favorite. It can be thrown together in 2 or 3 minutes and put in your slow cooker, or you can choose to make it in a pot on the stovetop. I have done it both ways. And you can buy all the ingredients needed for this soup at one of my favorite places to shop and save money on my grocery bill: Aldi.

Let me tell you, there is a point when “the magic happens” with this soup. It will start looking like potato soup pretty quickly, but keep cooking. You want to wait until the point when the starch comes out of the potatoes and thickens this all the more into the rich, creamy dish it is meant to be.

And don’t skimp on the salt here. Potatoes need a lot of seasoning, and there are a lot of potatoes in this soup. If it makes you uncomfortable, start with 1 teaspoon and then add more to taste when the soup is almost done cooking.

You can eat this soup just as it is, or dress it up with garnishes such as shredded cheese, crumbled bacon or scallions.

6-Ingredient Cheesy Potato Soup

Ingredients:

1 bag frozen hash brown potatoes
4 cups chicken broth (I prefer low-sodium)
1 8-oz. brick cream cheese
1 T. minced onion
1 ½ t. salt
1 t. pepper

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a stock pot on the stove top or in a slow cooker.
For slow cooker: Cook on high 3-4 hours or low 5-6 hours. This is one dish I do lift the lid and stir to combine after an hour or so of cooking.
For stovetop: Cook, stirring occasionally, for about an hour.
Garnish with shredded cheese, bacon bits, scallions or a combination of toppings, if desired.

Wonton Popper Bites

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Did you know you can use wonton wraps to make whatever kind of “appetizer bite” you want?! You can stuff these with cheese and whatever other ingredients you want to make then unique and flavorful. This time I stuffed them with cheese and jalapenos to make them hot popper bites. Enjoy…

Wonton Popper Bites

Recipe yields 50 wantons

Ingredients:

8oz Cream Cheese
1 cup mexi blend cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
2 jalapeno peppers seeded and diced (to make them hotter 3-4 peppers)
1 package 50 count small wonton wraps

Directions:

Mix the cream cheese, mexi blend cheese, mozzarella cheese, ranch and peppers into a bowl, mix well.
Open your wonton wraps, place them on a flat surface put a tablespoon of filling in the middle of each wonton.
Dip your finger in water and wet the edges of the wonton, fold it over in half and press the edges together. The water will act like glue and seal them shut.
Fry the wontons in oil over medium- high heat.
Cook them for 15-20 seconds on each side, take out of hot oil and let drain on a paper towel.
Enjoy!

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Taste of the Islands Pork Chops

Ingredients:

1 lb of pork chops
1/4 cup honey
20 oz can of Pineapple (just the juice save the fruit for grilling)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon Franks Red Hot Sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 orange sliced or 2 cutie oranges sliced
1 clove of garlic

Directions:

Put your pork chops in a large zip lock bag or in the bottom of a glass pan.
In a mixing bowl mix together your marinade (honey, pineapple juice, soy sauce, mustard, hot sauce, oranges, garlic and brown sugar).
Pour over the pork chops, cover and place in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours. At this point you can take them out and bake them or grill on the BBQ.
Cook till internal temperate of the pork is at least 145 degrees. Great served with grilled pineapple.

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