Two favorite comfort foods – mac & cheese and chili – come together in my incredibly easy, 30-minute, nutritious one pot meal! Instead of white pasta and cheese being the base of this recipe, lean ground turkey, beans, tomato sauce, salsa, and veggies are the star, which makes this Chili Mac great for sneaking extra veggies and lean protein into your diet.
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This casserole is something that both adults and children will love! Cheese-filled tortellini and chicken are baked with spinach, marinara sauce, and a mixture of part-skim ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese. I also love making this dish for potluck dinners and casual gatherings with friends because it's a one-pan make-ahead meal = effortless entertaining.
I put this into the crockpot this morning, and I'm really looking forward to dinner tonight! I made this dish with skinless chicken breast, red skin potatoes (which are high in potassium), and broccoli (a great source of Vitamin C). My kitchen smells SO good. The best part about this recipe, besides being a balanced meal, is that it took only five minutes to prep, and the crockpot did the rest of the work while I got all of my errands done for the day.
Beef stew typically needs to cook "low and slow," simmering on the stovetop for hours to result in tender, flavorful meat. I've got a shortcut for you with this recipe! You can cut down your cooking time significantly by using a tender cut of meat, such as beef round steak or sirloin, instead of pre-packaged stew meat, to achieve that same melt-in-your-mouth beef stew in about an hour. Quick beef stew IS possible!
Corned Beef and Cabbage is a favorite of mine and it’s a tradition on St. Patrick's Day! Here's a simple CrockPot recipe for this holiday meal.
You can have this easy and healthy Skillet Chicken and Veggies on your plate in under 30 minutes! I made a very simple BBQ sauce with tomato sauce, soy sauce, and a few other ingredients you likely have on hand in your fridge and pantry. The star ingredient that gives the dish its smokiness is liquid smoke, but if you don't have that, you could substitute it with some chipotle powder or smoked paprika. Serve it straight up for a low-carb meal, or over rice.
Chili is the answer to so many questions: Planning a game-day bash? Cooking an informal dinner for a large group? Need an easy one-pot weeknight meal?
There are tons of chili variations, but my favorite is a classic chili with meat and beans in a spicy tomato sauce. This one is my go-to chili recipe, made with lean ground turkey (or ground beef), kidney beans, pinto beans, tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, jalapeno, and the perfect blend of spices. I love serving chili buffet-style. Set out some bowls with shredded cheddar cheese, low fat sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, sliced olives, chopped green onions, and corn tortillas, and everyone can load up their chili with their favorite toppings. For most of us, vacation is over (sad face) and we have to get ourselves back into the routine of regular weeknight cooking. To ease the transition back to work/school, my first recipe of 2016 is a really simple, one-pot dinner that you can prepare in just 15 minutes.
This casserole recipe, made with ground meat, beans, and a sweetened tomato sauce, is one that was given to me years ago from a friend, and I have continued to make it over and over, no matter what season it is. It is especially delicious in the cooler months, and I have included stovetop, oven, and crockpot directions to suit whichever cooking method you prefer.
Chicken breasts, potatoes, and fresh green beans - make your entire dinner right in the slow cooker!
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