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Crustless Broccoli Quiche

May 21, 2015 by eghassett

Crustless Broccoli Quiche

Do you have broccoli or other veggies that need to get used?  Make quiche!  A pinch of nutmeg gives this Crustless Broccoli Quiche the most wonderful flavor. Here’s the bonus….it’s crustless, making it fast and easy!  I used individual ramekins but it can also be made in a pie dish. Want another timesaving reason to…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Gluten free, Meatless Tagged With: broccoli, broccoli entree, broccoli quiche, crustless quiche, quiche

Cheesy Rice and Veggie Bake

May 20, 2015 by eghassett

Cheesy rice and veggie bake

I love a good, hearty, comfort food casserole!  This Cheesy Rice and Veggie Bake includes broccoli, onions, mushrooms and celery, baked with rice, creamy mushroom soup and cheese for a simple, healthy weeknight dinner. Use leftover Cream of Mushroom Soup from last night’s dinner and save time as well as feel good about a healthy…

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Filed Under: Casserole, Easy dinner, Meatless Tagged With: broccoli, casserole, homemade cream of mushroom soup, meatless, mushrooms

Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup

May 19, 2015 by eghassett

slow cooker cream of mushroom soup

The rain just won’t quit here in Colorado, so how about some Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup to warm your soul?! One of my childhood favorites, cream of mushroom soup!  It continues to be a favorite, especially now that I’ve learned to make it in the crock-pot and can use the leftovers in tomorrow’s…

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Filed Under: Crock pot, Easy dinner, Soup Tagged With: crock pot soup, easy dinner, mushrooms, rosemary, slow cooker

Homemade Tomato Basil Bisque

April 30, 2015 by eghassett

Homemade tomato basil bisque

If it was up to Anna, we would have Homemade Tomato Basil Bisque for dinner every night.  She just loves this creamy tomato soup! I created this in an effort to duplicate one of my childhood favorites, Campbell’s tomato soup. This is my healthier, chunkier version.  Hope you like it as much as I (and…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Kids cooking, Meatless, Soup Tagged With: easy dinner, homemade soup, kids in the kitchen, meatless, tomato soup, tomatoes

Double Decker Tacos

April 28, 2015 by eghassett

double decker tacos

This week we’re featuring Kids in the Kitchen.  For tonight, Anna brings you Double Decker Tacos for your Taco Tuesday.  It was a busy night so she had a little help from her friend, Haley, and big brother, Scotty.  Sharing the kitchen is the best! Do you remember Taco Bell’s Double Decker Tacos?  Do they…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Kids cooking, Mexican, Taco Tuesday Tagged With: easy dinner, homemade taco seasoning, taco bell, tacos

Breakfast for dinner tonight!

April 27, 2015 by eghassett

Huevos Rancheros

Huevos Rancheros is a popular weekend breakfast for us but dinner sometimes as well.  Eric likes his smothered in green chile and the rest of us leave off the heat. It is super easy and quick to make.  These are ingredients we always have on hand, which helps on a busy weekday night.  Refried beans,…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Meatless, Mexican, What's for Breakfast? Tagged With: breakfast for dinner, eggs, green chile, huevos rancheros, mexican, refried beans

Veggie and Rice Stuffed Zucchini Boats

April 17, 2015 by eghassett

Rice and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats

“wow! (pause….) wow!” This was my middle son’s reaction the first time I made Rice and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats. It made my day!  We were all pleasantly surprised by just how tasty these were.  Yummy flavor combos!   I love finding a healthy recipe that the kids like too!  (It always helps when you…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Gluten free, Meatless, Spring Goodness Tagged With: easy dinner, healthy dinner, rice, zucchini, zucchini boats

Veggie Soft Tacos

April 14, 2015 by eghassett

Veggie Soft Tacos

I have wonderful high school memories of sitting in a booth at Chili’s and spending time with my BFF’s.  We used to freqent Chili’s….our favorite spot!  My order was always Veggie Soft Tacos and a chocolate shake.  The tacos were super simple, just a few veggies and a little ranch dressing!  I’m changing it up…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Homemade Sauces, Meatless, Taco Tuesday Tagged With: chipotle cream sauce, easy dinner, meatless, mexican food, mushrooms

Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

April 13, 2015 by eghassett

Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

I don’t know what it is about these pizza rolls, with all the same ingredients as a slice of pizza, that is so extra yummy. My daughter who has pronounced spaghetti to be her all time favorite food and never a huge pizza fan, last night declared pepperoni pizza rolls her new favorite!! That’s why…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Italian, Pizza Tagged With: easy dinner, kids, kids cooking, pepperoni, pizza

Chicken Skewers with Coconut Rice and Ginger Peanut Sauce

April 10, 2015 by eghassett

Chicken Skewers with Peanut Ginger Sauce and Coconut Rice

One of my kids’ favorite meals.  Chicken Skewers with Coconut Rice and Ginger Peanut Sauce is a crowd pleaser!  It’s easy.  Healthy.  And the Peanut Ginger Sauce has a kick that makes it the perfect dipper. The coconut rice compliments the rest of the flavors wonderfully!  We serve it with simple snap peas, sauteed in…

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Filed Under: Chicken, Easy dinner, Gluten free, Spring Goodness Tagged With: chicken, easy dinner, homemade sauce, on the grill

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