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20+ Delicious Soup Recipes from Around the World

by Jennifer 4 Comments

Did you know corned beef and cabbage did not originate in Ireland? Mind blown! This Irish-inspired dish actually originated in New York City’s Irish community after being introduced to Jewish lunch carts that offered Irish-Americans a cheaper alternative to their traditional pork and potatoes back home. Here’s another fun fact: the earliest corn chowder recipe originated from Boston in 1884! If you haven’t guessed already, today we’re sharing some of the most delicious soup recipes from around the world. Check out the recipes below!

20+ Delicious Soup Recipes from Around the World

20+ Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Families

by Jennifer 3 Comments

If you have little ones in the house, then you know how difficult it can be to put together a meal they’ll eat. If you’re in my household, this means either finding some new way to present mac and cheese, chicken tenders, or pizza. You don’t have to put these three meals on repeat anymore, and you don’t have to spend a lot of time in the kitchen preparing dinner! Crockpot recipes are a lifesaver, and these easy slow cooker recipes are both kid-friendly AND easy to make!

Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Families

24+ Delicious Grilled Pizza Recipes

by Jennifer 6 Comments

Let’s get creative! Pizza doesn’t have to be the traditional round pie with toppings like cheese and pepperoni. Check out these delicious grilled pizza recipes that are sure to keep your summer nights filled with flavorful recipe options!

24+ Grilled Pizza Recipes

Keto Chicken Tostadas Recipe

by Jennifer 7 Comments

Are you on the Keto kick? This easy Keto Chicken Tostadas Recipe will soon become a go-to favorite meal for you and your family! In just 30 minutes or less, you can make this easy dinner recipe. Print or pin the recipe below for safekeeping!

Keto Chicken Tostadas Recipe

Stuffed Garlic Bread Lasagna Recipe

by Jennifer 9 Comments

We combined lasagna’s favorite sidekick, garlic bread, into one meal! Genius, right? You’ll fall in love with this stuffed garlic bread lasagna recipe. And the best part is – it’s super easy! Read on for details and print the recipe below.

Stuffed Garlic Bread Lasagna Recipe

One Pot Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

by Jennifer 10 Comments

When you think of comfort food – what comes to mind? Slow simmered chili is one of my husband’s favorite meals. It’s a classic favorite, that’s easy to whip up and can make your whole house smell delicious! Here’s our one pot ground turkey chili recipe made with BUSH’S® Chili Beans. It’s so hearty and tasty – the entire family will want second helpings!

This post is sponsored by Savings.com.

One Pot Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

10 Minute Meal – Tostada Black Beans Recipe

by Jennifer 7 Comments

There is not enough time in the day – am I right parents? If you’re looking for a hearty meal to make at home, but have limited time, this 10-minute dish will do the trick! It’s great for lunch or dinner and is something the whole family will enjoy. Using BUSH’S® Savory Beans and diced chicken, this delicious tostada black beans recipe goes from stove to table in just 10 minutes!

This post was sponsored by BUSH’S® Savory Beans as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Tostada Black Beans Recipe

13+ Easy Casserole Recipes

by Jennifer 11 Comments

Nothing says homemade like a casserole…am I right?! Whether you’re looking for casserole dishes to make for the family or a special occasion, we have you covered with this list of easy casserole recipes. Find both vegetarian and meat-filled casserole options below!

13+ Easy Casserole Recipes

Grilled Sweet Corn Recipe

by Jennifer 22 Comments

It’s grilling season! Spring and summer are the perfect time to get outdoors and fire up the grill. One of our favorite things to eat is sweet corn by Fresh From Florida. Not only is it delicious, but it’s fat and cholesterol free making it a great alternative to other side dishes. Over the weekend we made this grilled sweet corn recipe that takes just 10 minutes to make! Check out the recipe below.

This post was sponsored by Fresh From Florida as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central, however, all opinions expressed are my own.

Grilled Sweet Corn Recipe

Shipt Grocery Delivery @ Target + Spaghetti Squash with Cheese Stuffed Meatballs Recipe

by Jennifer 110 Comments

You guys – I have something really exciting to share! You can now order groceries from Target and have them delivered in as quickly as one hour after ordering. Yesss – it’s true! Shipt grocery delivery handles all of your needs – everything from fresh foods and household essentials to frozen foods too. You simply shop through the mobile or desktop app and your items can arrive at your convenience.

I used the grocery delivery service the other day and I am sold! Hear more about my experience, plus this amazing spaghetti squash meatballs recipe I was able to put together with the time I saved by not shopping in store.

Thank you to shipt.com for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.

Shipt Grocery Delivery Service

Teriyaki Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe

by Jennifer 9 Comments

Craving Asian cuisine? Try this simple Teriyaki Vegetable Stir Fry recipe for dinner tonight! It’s a great vegetarian dish the whole family will love. You can easily add a protein like chicken or beef to the dish as well. We’ve included video of the Teriyaki Veggies recipe in the making, plus a printable option to add to your recipe collection. Enjoy!

Teriyaki Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe

15+ Cheesy Quick and Easy Side Dishes

by Jennifer 32 Comments

Cheddar, Brie, Colby, Mozzarella, Swiss, Blue Cheese….yes, we’re talking about cheesy goodness today! If you’re a cheese lover, you’re in luck. Today’s post is all about the different flavors of cheese and how you can incorporate them into your side dishes. Whether you’re looking for a new recipe to impress guests with, or a new side dish staple for your weekly meal planning, we have you covered. Check out these 15 cheesy quick and easy side dishes!

What’s your favorite type of cheese? Find everything from creamy cheddar cheese in casseroles to blue cheese vegetable dishes below.

Quick and Easy Side Dishes:

BBQ Asian Ribs Recipe with a Char-Broil TRU-Infrared Gas Grill

by Jennifer 22 Comments

When I first became a home owner, my dad flew out from Washington to visit and told me that I was missing a key ingredient; a grill. We took a trip to Lowe’s and picked out a Char-Broil TRU-Infrared Stainless 2-Burner Gas Grill. Twelve years later it has served our house extremely well, and through my experiences I’ve become a grill master. We have cooked everything from amberjack to filet mignon. Now that grilling season is about to heat up, I want to make sure you’re prepared too! We recently upgraded to a Char-Broil Commercial Series TRU-Infrared 4-Burner Gas Grill, and I am loving it! Read on for a tasty BBQ Asian ribs recipe.

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Char-Broil; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Seafood Pasta: Tomato & Garlic Shrimp Gnocchi

by Jennifer 10 Comments

Today’s recipe will have you craving seafood! Shrimp is rich in protein, and low in calories too. It also has an impressive assortment of nutrients. Why not whip up this seafood pasta dish for dinner tonight?

Read on to grab the Seafood Pasta dish below!

Easy Skillet Chicken Recipe

by Jennifer 17 Comments

Chicken is one of our favorite proteins to eat. It’s also one of the healthiest! If you’re in the mood for skillet chicken, and looking for an easy dinner recipe – this is it! Read on to grab the delicious recipe below.

Skillet Chicken

Shredded Chicken Nachos Recipe

by Jennifer 26 Comments

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CampbellSavings #CollectiveBias

Parents – there’s just 1 month left of summer! Can you believe it? Time always flies when you’re having fun I guess. As you’re packing away those swimsuits, and heading to the stores for back to school shopping, don’t forget to stock up on meal favorites for the family. If you’re looking for new tasty dishes to serve your family this upcoming school year, check out this amazingly good Shredded Chicken Nachos recipe below! It’s my husband’s personal favorite.

You can’t go wrong with this crock-pot shredded chicken dish and a bowl of Campbell’s Chicken Noodle Soup – full of mouthwatering flavors. Now onto that recipe!

Shredded Chicken Nachos

Easy Pad Thai Recipe

by Jennifer 12 Comments

Craving something with an Asian flare? I often make teriyaki chicken or sweet and sour chicken for dinner. Sometimes you just need to switch things up though, which is why I chose to make this Pad Thai recipe – and now I’m sharing it with all of you. It’s really simple to make and something I’m sure the whole family will enjoy.

Pad Thai

White Queso Spicy Chicken Tacos

by Jennifer 7 Comments

Want to spice up dinner tonight? This white queso spicy chicken tacos recipe will do the trick! It’s a quick and easy dinner solution for busy nights, or even a fun entree to serve guests over a holiday weekend. Alright so let’s dig in! Read on to grab this recipe now.

White Queso Spicy Tacos

7 Delicious Summer BBQ Recipes

by Jennifer 13 Comments

Summer is on its way, which means it’s time to fire up the grill and make some yummy food! I just love the warmer seasons, don’t you? If you’re in the mood for some great new recipes to try, check out this list of Delicious Summer BBQ Recipes!

BBQ Recipes

Quick Dinner Ideas with Tyson® Meal Kits

Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all mine.

Tired of the same old dinner recipes? Tyson® Meal Kits are making dinner time fun and easy for the whole family. If you find yourself short on time for making a meal, like I often do, try one of these quick dinner ideas!

Tyson® Meal Kits come in a variety of flavorful options including:

• Creamy Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo
• 3 Cheese Chicken Carbonara
• Beef & Cheddar Melt
• Beef Marinara Penne

The meal kits include everything you need to make a quick dinner in one single package. Easy peasy! [Read more…]

Tomato and Bacon Couscous Salad with Better Bakery

by Jennifer 11 Comments

This blog post was sponsored by Better Bakery but the opinions are all my own.

Do you all love couscous? Traditional in North Africa, couscous is coarsely ground pasta made from semolina. It actually doesn’t have much flavor, but if you add some yummy extras, like tomatoes and bacon it will elevate the dish to another level. The whole wheat version, which I used in the recipe below packs 5-6 grams of fiber per serving too! So….let’s get onto that recipe!

Tomato and Bacon Couscous Salad

Easy Corn Casserole Recipe with My New Viking Casserole Pan

by Jennifer 12 Comments

Today’s recipe post is sponsored by Viking.

A few years ago my husband and I were vacationing in Vegas, while there we had the opportunity to dine at Piero’s Italian Restaurant. The restaurant has seen the likes of celebrities from Michael Jordan to Justin Timberlake, and offers a 5 star dining experience. Our meal was perfection to say the least, including an unforgettable creamed corn recipe that Piero’s is known for.

During Thanksgiving at my dad’s this year, my step-moms corn casserole brought me right back to that moment at Piero’s. It was that good! When she shared how simple it was to make, I just had to recreate it for all of you. Viking sent me this beautiful stainless steel casserole pan and I couldn’t pass up making the corn casserole in this stunning pan!

Save Time During the Holidays with Michael Angelo’s Meals

by Jennifer 4 Comments

This is a partnered post with Michael Angelo’s. All opinions are my own.

The holidays are approaching with those elaborate family meals, which I personally can not wait for. But leading up to the big day, we tend to look for easy meal solutions to tide us over. A really great option that can save anyone time and energy in the kitchen is Michael Angelo’s frozen meals. Doesn’t it look delicious?

Victoria Authentic Italian Pasta Sauce + Giveaway

by Jennifer 146 Comments

A big thanks to today’s sponsor Victoria Fine Foods. All opinions are my own.

Italian cuisine is a family staple in our home. Growing up, my mom made homemade pasta sauce – enough to freeze for additional recipes. My brother and I loved whenever it was pasta night – we knew it was going to be a good meal. Every Christmas holiday consists of an authentic Italian meal, like lasagna or baked ziti too. Giving us even more to be merrier about!

Although my mom did not pass along her homemade recipe to me, I’ve found an authentic alternative that tastes just as delicious! Victoria Fine Foods began in 1929 in Brooklyn, NY by an Italian family that immigrated to the U.S. When I learned the history of the company founders, I couldn’t help but wonder if they ever met any of my Sicilian relatives that grew up there.

For over 85 years, Victoria’s philosophy remains the same: ingredients come first. That’s why they are the only major brand to put their ingredients on the front of the label. Made of all natural ingredients, like 100% Italian tomatoes, 100% imported olive oil, and handpicked herbs, Victoria pasta sauce is as authentic as it comes. You’ll never find preservatives, tomato paste, water or sugar in their pasta sauces. They’re also gluten-free and non-GMO verified. [Read more…]

Simple Dinner Ideas for Busy Nights

by Jennifer 17 Comments

Feel like barbecue for dinner, but don’t have the time to make it? Busy weekday schedules can make it difficult to pull off a delicious meal for the family….until now!

Between afterschool clubs, soccer practice and games, and other family errands, our work week is always busy. That’s why I’m continually looking for simple dinner ideas.

Turning to flavorful Birds Eye® and Farm Rich® products help me be stress-free in the kitchen! Preparing a meal is a breeze with Farm Rich® Smokehouse meats that are high in protein and smoked for hours. Walmart has a variety of Farm Rich® Smokehouse products in flavors like Pulled Beef Brisket, Dry Rubbed Smoked Chicken, Pulled Pork BBQ and more! [Read more…]

Manwich Monday Messy-Licious Sloppy Joes Recipe

by Jennifer 8 Comments

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Manwich. All opinions are 100% mine.

Growing up in the 80’s there was rarely a week where I did not have sloppy joes from the school cafeteria or at home. Sloppy Joes is definitely a favorite meal of mine.

Whenever I think of sloppy joes I think of the cafeteria lady in Billy Madison, and yes I like mine extra sloppy. 🙂

Now that I am a dad of two adorable boys I definitely have them eating Hunt’s Manwich. In fact we have started a little tradition here at the Hay House, and that is Manwich Monday. You’ve probably heard of Taco Tuesday, but let me tell you after a full day at the office, I tend to drag when I get home, and this meal is so quick and easy to make that Manwich Monday is becoming the norm. [Read more…]

Simple Ways to Balance Your Plate

by Jennifer 9 Comments

I am a member of the Balance Your Plate team and helping spread the word about CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN® oven-ready pizzas. As a team member, I receive product and incentives in exchange for participating in brand-related activities.

Did you know? Most Americans only meet the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for proper nutrition roughly 7 days out of the year. Yes, only 7 days out of 365! How is that possible? Top reasons for slacking on healthy meals include expenses, time-consuming, and just plain complicated.

California Pizza Kitchen is part of an initiative to make a difference. They want to help families eat better by uncomplicating things. Read on to see how they’re helping you Balance Your Plate.

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