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Cajun Fried Rice
This is a meal that came together so beautifully one weekday, using leftover cooked rice. My husband, knowing me and my reluctance to follow a recipe, turned to me while he was eating it and said, “Did you write down how you made this?” No. The answer was no. But I got up right then…
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7 Real Ways to Save on Groceries (That Don’t Feel Miserable)
Grocery prices are upsetting right now. Every time I check out, I half expect the cashier to hand me a medal for bravery. Over the years, though, I’ve picked up a few habits that help me feed my family well without blowing the budget or crying in the parking lot. None of it’s fancy, but…
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Nutritious One-Pot Canned Chicken Soup
Let’s all be open-minded about canned chicken for a moment.This might be the easiest soup you’ll ever make. I throw together some version of it almost every week for lunch because it’s quick, cozy, and surprisingly nutritious. No need to drain the cans, seriously, just dump everything straight into your pot. You probably won’t even…
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Cucumber-Tomato Salad
This is just about the most simple salad I can think of, and barely needs a recipe. Summer is the optimal time to make it, when tomatoes are at their peak ripeness and cucumbers are extra- crunchy. It’s an easy side for pretty much any occasion and it never disappoints. If you add fresh mozzarella…
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Easy Summer Breakfast Ideas
Summer mornings should feel slow and sweet, not rushed and stressful. Whether you are wrangling kids, getting ready for work, or enjoying a more relaxed schedule, having a few go-to breakfasts that are simple and nourishing can make a big difference. Here are seven of our favorite summer breakfast ideas. Each one is easy to…
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How to Make an Easy Mexican Street Corn Salad
This salad is delicious and unexpected. If you added grilled chicken or shrimp, it would be a complete meal. Here’s the recipe: Ingredients Instructions Heat up a cast iron skillet and place the corn into it, no oil needed. While the corn is roasted (watch it and stir often), chop up your other ingredients. It…
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Rice Pilaf
Is this an authentic Middle Eastern pilaf recipe? Absolutely not. Is it delicious? Of course. I created this when we were trying to “clean” up our home cooking and the rice pilaf from the store (the one in the bag) was no longer cutting it. Funny, not only does this taste better and have better…
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Free April Dinner Plan
Here it is, friends! The seventh straight month that I’ve done the meal planning so you don’t have to. I did a more seafood this month, keeping in mind that some of you might be observing Lent.
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Transform Leftover Oatmeal into Tasty Muffins
Do you lovingly make your kids a beautiful pot of homemade stovetop oatmeal? Do they sometimes spurn your efforts, leaving said pot of oatmeal nearly full? If so, this kinda-recipe is for you! Ingredients Instructions Make oatmeal for someone you love. Make way too much. Set aside one cup of the cooked, leftover oatmeal. When…
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Cheddar Drop Biscuits
This recipe could not be an easier path to fresh bread for dinner. Drop biscuits are less picky than rolled biscuits and the addition of cheddar cheese makes these feel extra special. If you have leftovers, they make excellent breakfast sandwiches the next day. Ingredients Instructions Pre-heat oven to 425. Mix all the ingredients together…
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