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Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Bake

January 13, 2015 by eghassett

Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Bake

I love turning healthy quinoa into something so tasty.  Quinoa is a complete protein that is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat.  It is packed with many nutrients including fiber, iron, lysine and magnesium.  (Source: Forbes.com) My youngest loved this Enchilada Bake and she is not a quinoa fan.  Enough said! Read…

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Filed Under: Crock pot, Meatless, Taco Tuesday, Winter Warmers Tagged With: crock pot quinoa, gluten-free, meatless, quinoa, quinoa enchiladas

Zucchini Pizza Bites

January 2, 2015 by eghassett

Pizza bites are super easy to make!  I love that they have the great taste of pizza, without the carbs.   Paleo friends, this one’s for you! Read more and get the recipe here…

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Filed Under: Meatless, Pizza Tagged With: easy dinner, meatless, paleo, paleo pizza, pizza, zucchini, zucchini entree, zucchini pizza

Sweet Potato Pancakes

January 1, 2015 by eghassett

Kick off your new year with something new for dinner tonight!  Do you love sweet potato fries?  Then you’ll love these healthy cakes. These sweet potato pancakes come together so fast and easy. Read more and get the recipe here… Be sure to check back on Monday for New Year’s Resolution Week. Happy 2015!!

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Filed Under: Meatless Tagged With: easy dinner, healthy dinner, meatless, pancakes for dinner, potato pancakes, sweet potato entree, sweet potato pancakes, sweet potatoes

Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Pasta

December 28, 2014 by eghassett

Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Pasta

Click here to read more and get this wonderful recipe…

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Filed Under: Gena's Favorites, Italian, Meatless, Pasta Tagged With: creamy red pepper sauce, meatless, parmesan, pasta, red pepper sauce, spiral noodles

Creamy Orzo with Veggies

December 11, 2014 by eghassett

This meal is super easy and versatile- add your favorite veggies or make it gluten free…read more and get the recipe here…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Meatless, Pasta Tagged With: easy dinner, gluten free, meatless, orzo, pasta, veggies

Spinach Quiche

December 8, 2014 by eghassett

Pie for dinner!  Packed full of spinach, this is an easy to make, healthy choice for a yummy dinner tonight!  Read more and get the recipe here…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Meatless Tagged With: easy dinnner, easy quiche, meatless, quiche, spinach

Broccoli and Cheddar Soup

December 4, 2014 by eghassett

This is always the soup I order at restaurants.  Chili’s and TGIF’s were my favorites!  Read more and get the recipe here…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Meatless, Soup Tagged With: broccoli, comfort food, easy dinner, meatless, soup

Autumn Veggie Stew with Dumplings

November 13, 2014 by eghassett

This is the perfect dinner to get you through this “Arctic Blast!”  Temps in Golden, Colorado reached a record low and this stew hit the spot!  Get the recipe and read more here…

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Filed Under: Crock pot, Easy dinner, Fall Deliciousness, Meatless, Soup Tagged With: arctic blast, autumn stew, barley soup, butternut squash, easy dinner, fall stew, meatless, stew and dumplings, veggie stew

Spinach Souffle Crepes

November 6, 2014 by eghassett

Remember the Magic Pan restaurant?  I used to love getting these savory crepes there as a kid.  I am happy to say I have re-created that delicious recipe.  And, good news, there’s a little white wine in the sauce, so pour yourself a glass and enjoy!  happy cooking!! Click here to read more and get…

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Skillet Lasagna

October 31, 2014 by eghassett

This lasagna is amazing and so easy!  I love the one pan idea!  Get the recipe and read more here…

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Filed Under: Easy dinner, Italian, Meatless Tagged With: fresh mozzarella, lasagna, meatless, one skillet

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Hi, I’m Gena!

I love snow, kids and pure maple syrup!

More importantly, I am the happy mom of three, with a busy weekday schedule. I believe in balance, good ingredients and fun! I spend a lot of time planning our weekly menus and want to share my efforts with you!

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Tortellini Soup

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Penne Pasta with Vodka Cream Sauce

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Sweet Potato Burgers

Sweet Potato Burgers

New year's Resolution week

New Year’s Resolution Week

Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Pasta

Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Pasta

Homemade Fireball

Homemade Fireball

One Pot Tortellini and Sausage in Tomato Cream Sauce

One Pot Sausage and Tortellini in Tomato Cream Sauce

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Chicken Pot Pie Crumble

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Bacon and Avocado Grilled Cheese

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