Ingredients: Meat Mixture: 1 lb lean ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken) 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup salsa (choose your favorite heat level) 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips 1/4 cup bread crumbs (plain or panko) 1 large egg, beaten 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Optional Toppings: […]
Mini Turkey-Lentil Meatloaves for Toddlers Recipe
Yields: 12-18 mini meatloaves Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey 1/2 cup cooked lentils (brown or green work well) 1/2 cup finely chopped vegetables (carrot, zucchini, spinach, etc.) 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch, or regular) 1/4 cup milk (or unsweetened plant-based milk) […]
Mini Turtle Brownies Recipe
Ingredients: Brownie Batter (from scratch or a box mix): 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Toppings: 1 bag (about 10 oz) […]
Mini Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaves Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients: For the meatloaves: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 pound lean ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option) 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative) 1 tablespoon […]
Sausage, Brussels Sprouts and Parmesan Pasta Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients 12 ounces pasta (penne, farfalle, rotini, or your favorite) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound sweet or spicy Italian sausage, casings removed 1 medium onion, chopped 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (or quartered if large) 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon […]
Sausage, Pepper and Mushroom Hash Recipe
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound breakfast sausage (sweet, spicy, or Italian work well) 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 8 ounces mushrooms (white button or cremini), sliced 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper […]
Italian Wedding Soup Recipe
Ingredients: For the Meatballs: 1/2 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15) 1/2 lb ground pork (or mild Italian sausage) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/3 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs 1 large egg 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper For the Soup: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 […]
Sangria Slushie Recipe
Ingredients: Wine Base: 1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or a Spanish Rioja work well) Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers: 1/2 cup orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau) 1/4 cup brandy 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best) 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste) Fruit: 1 cup frozen mixed […]
Sausage Gravy Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
Yields: 6-8 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35-45 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild, spicy, or your preference) 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional) 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 32 ounces frozen tater tots 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) Equipment Large skillet 9×13 […]
Easy Chicken, Chorizo and Shrimp Paella Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35-40 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 6 ounces Spanish chorizo, sliced into rounds 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 […]