Mexican style foods are always perfect to me for a “meatless Monday” meal or for anyone who eats little to no meat. I prefer recipes that feel like they never needed meat in the first place versus those that need a meat replacement. I definitely don’t miss it with this one! I noted that my…
Oven Roasted Meatballs
This is my favorite way to cook meatballs. I find it to be very simple and easy to do. This recipe has two options depending on which type of meatball you prefer. For denser and firmer meatballs, follow the regular recipe. If you prefer a more tender and soft meatball, add breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese….
Rustic Tomato Sauce
One of my favorite things to cook is a pasta with tomato sauce. I love how many ways there are to cook it. Different textures, different flavors, and easy to personalize to your own taste. I was going for a hearty sauce for this meal to pair with spaghetti and meatballs Using crushed tomato, a…
Fresh Tomato and Parsley Bruschetta
My husband brought home these beautiful, ripe tomatoes and I just could not wait to use them. Since we were having spaghetti and meatballs, I thought bruschetta would be fitting. I usually see bruschetta with basil but I decided to go with parsley tonight. It was a delicious change! I love how such a simple…
Okra and Tomatoes
Okra is a wonderful thing. I love it any way it comes. Breaded and fried, as a thickener in gumbo, or with tomatoes and garlic like this little Southern gem. It is a simple recipe that is often found with bacon but it is equally delicious without. Finding okra in the north in April is…
Southern Style Oven Fried Chicken
You can tell when my kids have been putting me through the wringer by the complexity of my meal plans it seems. So here’s another easy dish! I’ll let you guess what that means about their behavior lately. I love fried chicken but I don’t love deep frying because it’s messy and uses a lot…
Oven Roasted Potato Wedges
My favorite type of recipe: easy and customizable! This one definitely makes the cut being a low maintenance side. Potatoes can take any seasoning you choose. I went with a traditional and simple flavor this time, just garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika. I love paprika on potatoes! Salt is always “to taste” wince we…
Tomato Barley Soup
There is nothing like a hot bowl of soup on a chilly evening! Despite being springtime, it has been cold here so we had soup on the menu this week. Tomato soups in general are a family favorite. I added barley to this one for a little extra nutrition and to make it more hearty…
Creamy Italian Herb White Beans
This simple bean dish is packed with flavor! Despite the fact that it cooks for an hour or so, it is very quick to put together. I had some northern beans soaking overnight ready to go. If you forget to soak your beans, you can put them in a pot covered with water. Boil for…
Baked Spinach and Tomato Dip
Last night I really felt like some spinach dip with dinner. This dish happens to be vegan as we have been trying to reduce the meat, eggs, and dairy in our diets but you can easily use regular mayonnaise and add mozzerella and/or parmesan cheese if you wish! We have been serving more appetizers with…
Lavender, Lemon, and Sage 