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Salsa Chicken Nachos

March 13, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Crock Pot Salsa Chicken Nachos

Salsa chicken nachos. Perhaps the easiest meal there is. And it’s fun food; even better! Just toss 5 ingredients into the Crock Pot and turn it on. (And if you have no beans, or forget them like I did, then you just toss 4 ingredients into the pot!) I made this a few weeks ago… 

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Wheat-Free Salmon Patties

February 25, 2014 By Beth Cranford 5 Comments

Wheat Free Salmon Patties

   Wheat-free salmon patties, sweet potatoes baked in the crock pot, and broccoli with a touch of cheese. Now that’s a healthy meal that is simple to make and delicious! Sign me up! I’m implementing a new strategy in my house. I’ve realized that I’m more in the cooking frame of mind toward the beginning… 

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Spanish Chicken with Rice

February 24, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Spanish Chicken & Rice; Delicious and easy to make. Great week-night dinner.

Chicken? Again? Yes. Chicken again. But trust me, this chicken dish is different. It’s a mix of flavors you probably don’t get on a regular basis. Give it a try, I think you’ll like it. My family loves it, even my sort- of picky daughter. If you’re making the whole meal (the rice and the… 

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Fish with Mango Salsa and Couscous

February 15, 2014 By Beth Cranford 2 Comments

Fish with Mango Salsa

Today I’m sharing the only fish recipe that I like. I’m working on finding more  though. I know fish is good for me–if I buy the right kind, which is another conversation for another time. Here’s how I get a little bit more fish into my diet. The mango salsa is delicious and this meal… 

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Home-Main, Main Dishes, Whole-Meal Directions

Italian Grilled Chicken, Grilled Veggies, Rice

February 15, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Italian Grilled Chicken with Grilled Veggies & rice-super easy

We love this in the summer. It’s delicious, light, and easy to make. I used to make kabobs using this  recipe but I soon figured out I don’t have time for that! So, it all went into a large skillet and we called it good. And it was good! The rice here looks like white… 

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Grilled Chicken Tenders, Pasta- Veggie Marinara

February 15, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Grilled Chicken Tenders w/ Pasta Marinara

I know I say this a lot but here is another very simple meal that comes out looking and tasting like something you ordered at a fine restaurant. If the timing seems awkward the first time you make it, don’t give up. You just have to get the water heating before you start anything else… 

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Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice

February 15, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Another super simple yet flavorful and healthy meal. That’s what happens when you cook with fresh, simple ingredients. Just good, clean food! A few bonus tips: You can add other veggies, like mushroom, or green pepper, just remember to add them to your shopping list Try sprinkling some sliced almonds, cashews or peanuts on top,… 

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Chicken Lo-Main & Egg Rolls

February 15, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Chicken Lo Mein with Egg Rolls

This is an easy, and satisfying meal. If you’re in the mood for Chinese take-out, give this a try! Here’s the step-by-step in pictures:    Chicken Lo-Main & Egg Rolls   Print   Marinated chicken with vegetables and lo-main noodles. Served with egg rolls. Ingredients For the Lo-Main 1 lb boneless chicken, cut into strips… 

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Chef’s Salad, Garlic Bread

February 15, 2014 By Beth Cranford Leave a Comment

Chef's Salad

I love serving this meal in the summer. It’s super easy, very quick, and good for you! If it’s too hot to turn the oven on just skip the bread, still a yummy dinner.   Print   A very easy a light summer meal. Ingredients For the Chef Salad Romaine lettuce Baby spinach Shredded carrots… 

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BBQ Burgers & Beans

January 31, 2014 By Beth Cranford 2 Comments

BBQ Burgers & Beans

Friday night is Fun Food Night at our house. No casseroles, very few vegetables, and no sitting at the table! This is one of our favorites. I usually make homemade hamburger buns (recipe coming soon eventually).  I didn’t start the dough in time the day I took this pic, so I had to get Joe… 

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Filed Under: Blog, Home-Main, Main Dishes, Whole-Meal Directions

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